Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In June 2025

Over the last 7 days, the United States market has risen by 1.2%, contributing to an impressive 11% increase over the past year, with earnings anticipated to grow by 14% annually in the coming years. In this context of robust market performance and optimistic growth projections, identifying strong dividend stocks can be a strategic way for investors to potentially benefit from both income and capital appreciation.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

Click here to see the full list of 147 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

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 $18.70 billion.

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

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Halliburton's dividend payments, with a payout ratio of 28.4%, are well covered by both earnings and cash flows, but the dividends have been volatile over the past decade. The current yield of 3.06% is below the top quartile of US dividend payers. Despite trading at a discount to estimated fair value and peers, Halliburton faces challenges with high debt levels. Recent contracts in the UK North Sea could bolster future financial stability and growth prospects.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Halliburton stock in this dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates Halliburton may be undervalued.

Macy's (M)

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

Overview: Macy's, Inc. is an omni-channel retail organization that operates stores, websites, and mobile applications in the United States with a market cap of approximately $3.36 billion.

Operations: Macy's, Inc. generates revenue primarily through its retail department stores, which contributed $22.80 billion.

Dividend Yield: 6%

Macy's dividend yield of 6% places it among the top 25% of US dividend payers, with dividends covered by earnings (35.1% payout ratio) and cash flows (77.7%). However, its dividend history is unstable and has decreased over the past decade. Recent financials show declining sales and net income, while a shelf registration filing indicates potential capital raising activities. Macy's strategic share buybacks may support shareholder value amidst these challenges.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Macy's dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Macy's is trading behind its estimated value.

Valero Energy (VLO)

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

Overview: Valero Energy Corporation is involved in the manufacturing, marketing, and selling of petroleum-based and low-carbon liquid transportation fuels and petrochemical products across various regions including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Latin America, Mexico, Peru, and internationally; it has a market cap of approximately $41.32 billion.

Operations: Valero Energy Corporation's revenue is primarily derived from its Refining segment, which accounts for $122.48 billion, followed by Ethanol at $4.61 billion and Renewable Diesel at $4.56 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Valero Energy's dividend of US$1.13 per share remains stable and reliable over the past decade, though its yield of 3.37% is lower compared to top-tier US dividend payers. Despite a high payout ratio of 149.2%, dividends are well covered by cash flows with a low cash payout ratio of 29.3%. Recent financials reveal a net loss and reduced profit margins, but strategic share buybacks could bolster shareholder value amidst these challenges.

• Take a closer look at Valero Energy's potential here in our dividend report.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential overvaluation of Valero Energy shares in the market.

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