Over the last 7 days, the United States market has remained flat, yet it has experienced a significant rise of 28% over the past year with earnings forecasted to grow by 16% annually. In this context, dividend stocks yielding at least 3% can offer investors a blend of income and potential growth, making them an attractive option for those seeking stability and returns in an evolving market landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Provident Financial Services (PFS)	4.28%	★★★★★★
OTC Markets Group (OTCM)	5.46%	★★★★★★
Host Hotels & Resorts (HST)	4.51%	★★★★★☆
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)	5.46%	★★★★★★
Ennis (EBF)	4.85%	★★★★★★
Donegal Group (DGIC.A)	4.37%	★★★★★★
Dillard's (DDS)	5.55%	★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (COLB)	5.08%	★★★★★★
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior S. A (BLX)	5.13%	★★★★★☆
Accenture (ACN)	3.62%	★★★★★☆

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Hancock Whitney (HWC)

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

Overview: Hancock Whitney Corporation is a financial holding company for Hancock Whitney Bank, offering traditional and online banking services to commercial, small business, and retail customers in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $5.47 billion.

Operations: Hancock Whitney Corporation generates revenue of approximately $1.39 billion from its banking operations, serving commercial, small business, and retail clients in the United States.

Dividend Yield: 3%

Hancock Whitney's dividend is well-covered by earnings, with a current payout ratio of 37.6% and forecasted to decrease to 28.9% in three years, indicating sustainability. The company has consistently paid and increased dividends over the past decade, although its yield of 3% is below the top tier in the US market. Recent earnings showed a decline in net income to US$47.42 million for Q1 2026, but share buybacks totaling US$94.57 million were completed successfully.

CompX International (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 $285.89 million.

Operations: CompX International Inc.'s revenue is derived from two main segments: Security Products, contributing $120.70 million, and Marine Components, accounting for $37.58 million.

Dividend Yield: 9.5%

CompX International offers a high dividend yield of 9.48%, placing it in the top 25% of US dividend payers, but its sustainability is questionable due to a cash payout ratio of 141.8%. Despite this, dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade. Recent earnings showed an increase in net income to US$19.48 million for 2025, with quarterly dividends maintained at $0.30 per share, reflecting consistency in shareholder returns despite coverage concerns.

Watsco (WSO)

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

Overview: Watsco, Inc. operates as a distributor of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment and related parts across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean with a market cap of approximately $16.70 billion.

Operations: Watsco, Inc.'s revenue primarily stems from distributing HVAC and refrigeration equipment, along with related parts and supplies, across various regions including the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Watsco's dividend payments are robust, with a recent 10% increase to an annual rate of $13.20 per share, reflecting consistent growth over the past decade. The payout is well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with ratios of 73.6% and 72.1%, respectively. Despite a lower yield of 3.08% compared to top US dividend payers, Watsco maintains stability in its dividends and trades below estimated fair value, offering potential for value investors.

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