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3 Reliable Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 4.8%

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The market has stayed flat over the past week but is up 13% over the past year, with earnings forecast to grow by 15% annually. In this environment, selecting reliable dividend stocks can provide a steady income stream and potential for growth, making them an attractive option for investors seeking stability and returns.

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Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Valley National Bancorp (VLY)4.59%★★★★★☆
Universal (UVV)5.61%★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (SBSI)4.63%★★★★★☆
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)5.99%★★★★★★
Ennis (EBF)5.33%★★★★★★
Dillard's (DDS)5.95%★★★★★★
CompX International (CIX)4.65%★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (COLB)5.72%★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (CZNC)5.54%★★★★★☆
Carter's (CRI)9.66%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 135 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Chevron (CVX)

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

Overview: Chevron Corporation operates through its subsidiaries in integrated energy and chemicals sectors both in the United States and internationally, with a market cap of $267.23 billion.

Operations: Chevron's revenue segments include $45.00 billion from Upstream - International, $44.96 billion from Upstream - United States, $76.69 billion from Downstream - International, and $79.20 billion from Downstream - United States.

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

Chevron has maintained stable and reliable dividend payments over the past decade, with a current yield of 4.44%. The dividends are covered by earnings, with a payout ratio of 75.3%, and cash flows, at an 88% cash payout ratio. Despite trading significantly below estimated fair value, Chevron's dividend yield is slightly lower than the top quartile in the U.S. market. Recent restructuring efforts include potential asset sales in Asia to streamline operations and reduce costs.

CVX Dividend History as at Jul 2025
CVX Dividend History as at Jul 2025

Halliburton (HAL)

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

Overview: Halliburton Company offers products and services to the global energy industry, with a market cap of approximately $18.95 billion.

Operations: Halliburton's revenue is primarily generated from its Drilling and Evaluation segment, which accounts for $9.56 billion, and its Completion and Production segment, contributing $12.99 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Halliburton's dividend yield of 3.07% is below the top quartile in the U.S. market, and its dividend history has been volatile over the past decade. However, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 28.4% and 25%, respectively, suggesting sustainability despite a high debt level. The company trades at a significant discount to estimated fair value and recently announced strategic collaborations aimed at technological advancements in subsurface modeling and reservoir management.

HAL Dividend History as at Jul 2025
HAL Dividend History as at Jul 2025

Noah Holdings (NOAH)

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

Overview: Noah Holdings Limited is a wealth and asset management service provider focusing on investment and asset allocation for high net worth individuals and corporate entities in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $776.74 million.

Operations: Noah Holdings Limited generates revenue primarily through its Wealth Management Business, which accounts for CN¥1.77 billion, and its Asset Management Business, contributing CN¥765.38 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Noah Holdings offers a dividend yield of 4.8%, placing it in the top 25% of U.S. dividend payers, yet its track record is unstable with only two years of payments and recent volatility. The company announced a final and special dividend totaling US$76.6 million, covered by earnings (59% payout ratio) but strained by cash flows (89.5% cash payout ratio). Trading below estimated fair value, Noah presents a mixed picture for dividend sustainability amidst declining profit margins and insider selling activities.

NOAH Dividend History as at Jul 2025
NOAH Dividend History as at Jul 2025

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About NYSE:NOAH

Noah Holdings

Operates as a wealth and asset management service provider with the focus on investment and asset allocation services for high net worth individuals and corporate entities in Mainland of China, Hong Kong, and internationally.

Flawless balance sheet, good value and pays a dividend.

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