Over the last 7 days, the United States market has risen 1.8%, contributing to a 9.5% increase over the past year, with earnings forecasted to grow by 14% annually. In this context of steady growth, selecting dividend stocks that offer reliable income and potential for capital appreciation can be a strategic approach to enhancing your investment portfolio.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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

Provident Financial Holdings

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

Overview: Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. is the holding company for Provident Savings Bank, F.S.B., with a market cap of $100.43 million.

Operations: Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. generates revenue through its primary operations as a holding company for Provident Savings Bank, F.S.B.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Provident Financial Holdings offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.66%, though it is lower than the top 25% of US dividend payers. The company's dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 14.3%. Recent earnings showed an increase in net interest income and net income compared to last year, with the board affirming a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share payable in June 2025.

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• Our expertly prepared valuation report Provident Financial Holdings implies its share price may be too high.

Alexander & Baldwin

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

Overview: Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (NYSE: ALEX) is a real estate investment trust that focuses exclusively on Hawai’i commercial real estate, primarily owning grocery-anchored neighborhood shopping centers, with a market cap of approximately $1.25 billion.

Operations: Alexander & Baldwin's revenue segments include $199.54 million from Commercial Real Estate and $29.66 million from Land Operations.

Dividend Yield: 5.2%

Alexander & Baldwin's dividend yield of 5.19% ranks in the top 25% of US dividend payers, though its payments have been volatile over the past decade. The dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 67% and 60.6%, respectively. Despite a high debt level, recent earnings show slight growth in net income to US$21.43 million for Q1 2025, with an affirmed quarterly dividend of $0.225 per share payable in July 2025.

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• Our valuation report here indicates Alexander & Baldwin may be undervalued.

Cullen/Frost Bankers

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

Overview: Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. is the bank holding company for Frost Bank, offering commercial and consumer banking services in Texas with a market cap of approximately $7.49 billion.

Operations: Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. generates revenue through its commercial and consumer banking services in Texas.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Cullen/Frost Bankers offers a stable dividend history with recent growth, as evidenced by a 5.3% increase to $1.00 per common share for Q2 2025. The payout ratio remains sustainable at 42.1%, ensuring dividends are well covered by earnings, which grew to US$150.92 million in Q1 2025 from US$135.69 million the previous year. Although its dividend yield of 3.16% is below top-tier levels, it reflects consistent and reliable payments over the past decade.

• Take a closer look at Cullen/Frost Bankers' potential here in our dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Cullen/Frost Bankers' shares may be trading at a premium.

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