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3 Dividend Stocks In US Yielding Up To 5.1%

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As the U.S. stock market experiences fluctuations ahead of a pivotal presidential election and an anticipated Federal Reserve rate decision, investors are navigating a landscape marked by uncertainty. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking reliable returns amidst market volatility.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
WesBanco (NasdaqGS:WSBC)4.65%★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)5.29%★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (NasdaqGS:COLB)5.19%★★★★★★
Isabella Bank (OTCPK:ISBA)5.11%★★★★★★
Dillard's (NYSE:DDS)5.51%★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)4.96%★★★★★★
Farmers National Banc (NasdaqCM:FMNB)4.93%★★★★★★
First Interstate BancSystem (NasdaqGS:FIBK)6.30%★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)5.10%★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)5.94%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 173 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

Devon Energy (NYSE:DVN)

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

Overview: Devon Energy Corporation is an independent energy company focused on the exploration, development, and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in the United States with a market cap of approximately $25.22 billion.

Operations: Devon Energy Corporation generates revenue of approximately $14.75 billion from its oil and gas exploration and production activities in the United States.

Dividend Yield: 5.2%

Devon Energy's dividend yield is in the top 25% of US dividend payers, supported by a low payout ratio of 36.9%, indicating coverage by earnings and cash flows. However, its dividend history has been volatile over the past decade. Recent financial activities include a $1.51 billion shelf registration filing and fixed-income offerings totaling over $2 billion, which may impact future dividends or stock performance due to potential shareholder dilution concerns.

NYSE:DVN Dividend History as at Nov 2024
NYSE:DVN Dividend History as at Nov 2024

EOG Resources (NYSE:EOG)

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

Overview: EOG Resources, Inc. is engaged in the exploration, development, production, and marketing of crude oil, natural gas liquids, and natural gas primarily in the United States and Trinidad and Tobago with a market cap of approximately $68.71 billion.

Operations: EOG Resources generates revenue of $24.11 billion from its crude oil and natural gas exploration and production activities.

Dividend Yield: 4.2%

EOG Resources' dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, with a current yield of 4.18%, below the top 25% of US payers. Despite this, dividends are well covered by earnings (payout ratio: 27.3%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 57.8%). The stock trades at a discount to its estimated fair value and peers, though insider selling has been significant recently. Recent activities include closing several shelf registrations totaling $85.83 million for ESOP-related offerings.

NYSE:EOG Dividend History as at Nov 2024
NYSE:EOG Dividend History as at Nov 2024

Kennametal (NYSE:KMT)

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

Overview: Kennametal Inc. develops and applies tungsten carbides, ceramics, and super-hard materials for metal cutting and extreme wear applications to help customers combat corrosion and high temperatures globally, with a market cap of approximately $1.99 billion.

Operations: Kennametal Inc.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Metal Cutting segment, which accounts for $1.28 billion, and its Infrastructure segment, contributing $766.12 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Kennametal's dividend payments have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by a payout ratio of 58.1% and a cash payout ratio of 36.8%, indicating strong coverage by earnings and cash flows. The current yield is 3.09%, which is lower than the top quartile in the US market. Recent developments include expanding its product portfolio with advanced machining tools, potentially enhancing future revenue streams without impacting its dividend reliability.

NYSE:KMT Dividend History as at Nov 2024
NYSE:KMT Dividend History as at Nov 2024

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About NYSE:KMT

Kennametal

Engages in development and application of tungsten carbides, ceramics, and super-hard materials and solutions for use in metal cutting and extreme wear applications to enable customers work against corrosion and high temperatures conditions worldwide.

Excellent balance sheet established dividend payer.