3 Top Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 6.1%

The market has shown positive momentum recently, with a 2.9% increase over the last week and a 12% rise over the past year, while earnings are expected to grow by 14% annually. In this environment, identifying strong dividend stocks can be crucial as they offer potential income and stability amid market growth.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Fresh Del Monte Produce (NYSE:FDP)

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

Overview: Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., with a market cap of $1.60 billion, operates globally through its subsidiaries to produce, market, and distribute fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables across various regions including North America, Central America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and beyond.

Operations: Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Fresh and Value-Added Products segment, which accounts for $2.61 billion, followed by the Banana segment at $1.46 billion, and Other Products and Services contributing $197.20 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Fresh Del Monte Produce's dividend history shows volatility, with recent increases to US$0.30 per share, signaling growth despite past unreliability. The payout is sustainable with a low earnings and cash flow coverage ratio of 34.2% and 35.7%, respectively. However, its yield of 3.59% lags behind top-tier U.S. dividend stocks at 4.66%. Recent buybacks totaling US$7.61 million suggest confidence in value, with shares trading significantly below estimated fair value by over half (50%).

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Fresh Del Monte Produce.
• Our valuation report here indicates Fresh Del Monte Produce may be undervalued.

Sila Realty Trust (NYSE:SILA)

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

Overview: Sila Realty Trust, Inc., based in Tampa, Florida, is a net lease real estate investment trust specializing in the healthcare sector, with a market cap of approximately $1.44 billion.

Operations: Sila Realty Trust generates its revenue primarily from commercial real estate investments in the healthcare sector, amounting to $184.47 million.

Dividend Yield: 6.1%

Sila Realty Trust's dividend yield of 6.14% ranks in the top 25% of U.S. dividend payers, though payments have been volatile over its four-year history. The dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 75.9% and 73.3%, respectively, indicating sustainability despite recent declines in net income to US$7.1 million for Q1 2025 from US$14.98 million a year ago, amid a strategic acquisition worth US$35.12 million enhancing growth prospects.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Sila Realty Trust stock in this dividend report.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Sila Realty Trust's share price might be too optimistic.

VICI Properties (NYSE:VICI)

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

Overview: VICI Properties Inc. is an S&P 500 experiential real estate investment trust specializing in gaming, hospitality, and entertainment destinations, with a market cap of approximately $33.92 billion.

Operations: VICI Properties Inc. generates revenue primarily through its Real Property and Real Estate Lending Activities, totaling approximately $3.88 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.4%

VICI Properties offers a compelling dividend profile, with its yield in the top 25% of U.S. payers and dividends covered by earnings and cash flows at payout ratios of 67.5% and 75.2%, respectively. However, the company has only a seven-year history of dividend payments. Recent earnings showed slight revenue growth to US$984.2 million but a decline in net income to US$543.61 million for Q1 2025, reflecting financial challenges amidst strategic debt refinancing efforts totaling $1.3 billion.

• Get an in-depth perspective on VICI Properties' performance by reading our dividend report here.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that VICI Properties is trading behind its estimated value.

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