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3 US Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 4.9%

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As the U.S. stock market experiences a rebound with major indices such as the Dow Jones and Nasdaq showing early gains, investors are closely watching sectors like technology for potential opportunities. In this fluctuating environment, dividend stocks can offer a stable income stream, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance growth with regular returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
WesBanco (NasdaqGS:WSBC)4.62%★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (NasdaqGS:COLB)5.31%★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)5.10%★★★★★★
Polaris (NYSE:PII)4.56%★★★★★★
Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE:IPG)4.69%★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)4.61%★★★★★★
Dillard's (NYSE:DDS)5.69%★★★★★★
First Interstate BancSystem (NasdaqGS:FIBK)5.83%★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)4.89%★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)6.07%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 155 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.

Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.

CompX International (NYSEAM:CIX)

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

Overview: CompX International Inc. manufactures and sells security products and recreational marine components primarily in North America, with a market cap of $322.13 million.

Operations: CompX International Inc. generates its revenue from two main segments: Security Products, contributing $121.46 million, and Marine Components, accounting for $29.23 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.6%

CompX International offers a high and reliable dividend yield of 4.59%, placing it in the top 25% of US dividend payers. Its dividends are well-covered by both earnings (payout ratio: 75.4%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 53%). Despite recent volatility in share price, the company has consistently grown its dividends over the past decade. However, recent financial results show declining sales and net income compared to last year, which may impact future performance.

NYSEAM:CIX Dividend History as at Jan 2025

Boise Cascade (NYSE:BCC)

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

Overview: Boise Cascade Company manufactures wood products and distributes building materials in the United States and Canada, with a market cap of $4.56 billion.

Operations: Boise Cascade Company generates revenue from two primary segments: Wood Products, contributing $1.86 billion, and Building Materials Distribution, accounting for $6.22 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

Boise Cascade's dividend yield of 4.92% ranks in the top 25% of US payers, with dividends covered by earnings (payout ratio: 7.9%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 86.9%). Despite a history of volatility and only seven years of payouts, the company maintains a low price-to-earnings ratio of 11.3x, suggesting good value relative to peers. Recent acquisitions and share buybacks could influence future financial stability and dividend reliability.

NYSE:BCC Dividend History as at Jan 2025

Robert Half (NYSE:RHI)

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

Overview: Robert Half Inc. offers talent solutions and business consulting services across multiple continents, with a market cap of approximately $7.10 billion.

Operations: Robert Half Inc.'s revenue segments include $1.93 billion from Protiviti, $3.90 billion from Contract Talent Solutions, and $500.67 million from Permanent Placement Talent Solutions.

Dividend Yield: 3%

Robert Half offers a dividend yield of 3.03%, which is lower than the top 25% of US dividend payers, but it has a stable and reliable history over the past decade. The company's dividends are well-covered by earnings (payout ratio: 75.2%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 68%). Despite recent declines in net income, with Q3 results showing $65.45 million compared to $95.55 million last year, Robert Half remains committed to shareholder returns through ongoing share buybacks totaling $1.54 billion since 2018.

NYSE:RHI Dividend History as at Jan 2025

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