Over the last 7 days, the United States market has experienced a 2.7% decline, yet it remains up by 19% over the past year with earnings projected to grow by 18% annually in the coming years. In such dynamic conditions, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for investors seeking to balance growth with reliable returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (PEBO)	4.44%	★★★★★☆
OTC Markets Group (OTCM)	5.78%	★★★★★★
Korn Ferry (KFY)	3.12%	★★★★★☆
Huntington Bancshares (HBAN)	3.46%	★★★★★☆
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)	4.89%	★★★★★★
Ennis (EBF)	4.72%	★★★★★★
Donegal Group (DGIC.A)	4.27%	★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (COLB)	4.61%	★★★★★★
Bladex (BLX)	4.44%	★★★★★☆
Accenture (ACN)	5.18%	★★★★★★

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First Merchants (FRME)

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

Overview: First Merchants Corporation, with a market cap of $2.68 billion, operates as the financial holding company for First Merchants Bank, offering commercial and consumer banking services.

Operations: First Merchants Corporation generates its revenue primarily from its Community Banking segment, which accounts for $637.81 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

First Merchants recently announced a quarterly dividend of US$0.37 per share, reflecting stable and reliable payments over the past decade. Despite a current yield of 3.32%, which is below the top quartile in the US market, its dividends are considered well-covered by earnings due to a low payout ratio of 42.5%. The company also initiated a share repurchase program worth US$100 million, potentially enhancing shareholder value alongside dividend payouts.

Bank OZK (OZK)

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

Overview: Bank OZK is a full-service Arkansas state-chartered bank offering retail and commercial banking services with a market cap of $5.56 billion.

Operations: Bank OZK generates its revenue primarily through its Community Banking segment, which accounted for $1.56 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Bank OZK's dividend payments have grown steadily over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 28.8%, ensuring sustainability and reliability. The recent increase to US$0.47 per share reflects its commitment to rewarding shareholders, although its current yield of 3.55% remains below the top quartile in the US market. Trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value, Bank OZK presents an attractive opportunity for dividend-focused investors seeking stability and growth potential.

Atlantic Union Bankshares (AUB)

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

Overview: Atlantic Union Bankshares Corporation, with a market cap of approximately $5.84 billion, operates as the bank holding company for Atlantic Union Bank, offering a range of banking and financial services to consumers and businesses in the United States.

Operations: Atlantic Union Bankshares Corporation generates revenue through its Consumer Banking segment, which contributes $494.52 million, and its Wholesale Banking segment, which adds $666.57 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Atlantic Union Bankshares offers a stable dividend yield of 3.55%, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 60.3%. Its dividends have been reliable and growing over the past decade. The company is trading at approximately 30.5% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential for capital appreciation. Recent initiatives include a US$250 million share repurchase program and amendments to corporate bylaws, reflecting proactive shareholder engagement and strategic financial management.

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