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3 Dividend Stock Choices Offering Yields Up To 4.8%

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As U.S. markets show signs of resilience with the S&P 500 on track to break a four-week losing streak, investors continue to navigate a landscape marked by economic uncertainty and fluctuating Treasury yields. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking reliable returns amidst market volatility.

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Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Douglas Dynamics (NYSE:PLOW)4.91%★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (NasdaqGS:COLB)5.85%★★★★★★
Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE:IPG)4.99%★★★★★★
Dillard's (NYSE:DDS)7.23%★★★★★★
Regions Financial (NYSE:RF)6.57%★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)5.37%★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)4.94%★★★★★★
First Interstate BancSystem (NasdaqGS:FIBK)6.57%★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)5.43%★★★★★★
Isabella Bank (OTCPK:ISBA)4.75%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 157 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Hanmi Financial (NasdaqGS:HAFC)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Hanmi Financial Corporation, with a market cap of $660.41 million, operates as the holding company for Hanmi Bank, offering business banking products and services in the United States.

Operations: Hanmi Financial Corporation generates revenue primarily through its financial services segment, which accounted for $229.94 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

Hanmi Financial's dividend yield is in the top 25% of US market payers, with recent increases including an 8% rise for Q1 2025. Despite a volatile dividend history, its payout ratio remains sustainable at 48.7%, projected to improve to 39.4%. The stock trades at a significant discount to fair value and has potential for price appreciation according to analysts. Recent leadership changes include Christine P. Ball joining the board, enhancing governance expertise.

NasdaqGS:HAFC Dividend History as at Mar 2025
NasdaqGS:HAFC Dividend History as at Mar 2025

F.N.B (NYSE:FNB)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: F.N.B. Corporation is a bank and financial holding company offering a variety of financial products and services to consumers, corporations, governments, and small- to medium-sized businesses in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $4.94 billion.

Operations: F.N.B. Corporation's revenue segments include Community Banking generating $1.45 billion, Wealth Management contributing $77 million, and Insurance bringing in $23 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

F.N.B. Corporation's dividend yield of 3.54% is stable but not top-tier among U.S. dividend payers, with no growth over the past decade. Despite this, dividends are reliably covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 37.8%, expected to improve to 30.1% in three years. Recent events include the opening of FNB Financial Center in Pittsburgh, enhancing operational capabilities and community presence, while analysts see potential for significant stock price appreciation due to undervaluation compared to peers.

NYSE:FNB Dividend History as at Mar 2025
NYSE:FNB Dividend History as at Mar 2025

M&T Bank (NYSE:MTB)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: M&T Bank Corporation, with a market cap of approximately $29.10 billion, operates as a bank holding company for Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company and Wilmington Trust, National Association, offering retail and commercial banking products and services in the United States.

Operations: M&T Bank Corporation generates revenue through three primary segments: Commercial Bank at $2.62 billion, Retail Bank at $4.81 billion, and Institutional Services and Wealth Management at $1.55 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

M&T Bank offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.05%, although it is lower than the top quartile of U.S. dividend payers. The bank's dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio currently at 36.4% and forecasted to decrease to 30.9% in three years, ensuring sustainability. Recent executive changes, including new leadership roles in risk management and regional operations, aim to strengthen its strategic positioning and community engagement in Northern Pennsylvania.

NYSE:MTB Dividend History as at Mar 2025
NYSE:MTB Dividend History as at Mar 2025

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About NYSE:MTB

M&T Bank

Operates as a bank holding company for Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company and Wilmington Trust, National Association that provides retail and commercial banking products and services in the United States.

Flawless balance sheet established dividend payer.

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