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As the U.S. stock market experiences mixed movements amid anticipation of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and ongoing trade discussions, investors are keenly observing how these factors might impact economic growth and corporate profits. In such a climate, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking consistent returns amidst market fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

Community Trust Bancorp

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

Overview: Community Trust Bancorp, Inc. is a bank holding company for Community Trust Bank, Inc., with a market cap of $905.81 million.

Operations: Community Trust Bancorp, Inc. generates revenue primarily from its Community Banking Services segment, which accounts for $249.27 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Community Trust Bancorp offers a stable dividend yield of 3.74%, supported by a low payout ratio of 39%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings. The company has consistently increased its dividend over the past decade and recently affirmed a quarterly cash dividend of $0.47 per share, payable July 1, 2025. Despite recent net charge-offs, earnings grew substantially with net interest income rising to US$51.27 million from US$43.59 million year-over-year, showcasing strong financial performance.

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Ennis

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

Overview: Ennis, Inc. manufactures and sells business forms and other business products in the United States with a market cap of approximately $468.49 million.

Operations: Ennis, Inc. generates revenue primarily from its print segment, which accounted for $394.62 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.4%

Ennis, Inc. maintains a robust dividend yield of 5.44%, ranking in the top 25% among US dividend payers, with dividends well covered by earnings and cash flows at payout ratios of 62.9% and 39.5%, respectively. The company has consistently increased its dividends over the past decade, demonstrating reliability and stability despite recent declines in sales and net income for Q4 FY2025. Recent board changes could impact future governance dynamics but not immediate dividend policies.