September 2024's Top US Dividend Stocks
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As of late September 2024, the U.S. stock market has seen a mix of highs and lows, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average retreating from recent record levels amid investor caution ahead of key economic data releases. Despite these fluctuations, dividend stocks remain a reliable option for investors seeking steady income in uncertain times. In this article, we will explore three top U.S. dividend stocks for September 2024 that offer attractive yields and stability in the current market environment.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| WesBanco (NasdaqGS:WSBC) | 4.92% | ★★★★★★ |
| Columbia Banking System (NasdaqGS:COLB) | 5.62% | ★★★★★★ |
| Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE:IPG) | 4.30% | ★★★★★★ |
| Dillard's (NYSE:DDS) | 5.59% | ★★★★★★ |
| Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 5.38% | ★★★★★★ |
| OceanFirst Financial (NasdaqGS:OCFC) | 4.45% | ★★★★★★ |
| Chevron (NYSE:CVX) | 4.53% | ★★★★★★ |
| Regions Financial (NYSE:RF) | 4.44% | ★★★★★★ |
| CVB Financial (NasdaqGS:CVBF) | 4.56% | ★★★★★★ |
| Virtus Investment Partners (NYSE:VRTS) | 4.41% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 176 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
First National
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: First National Corporation, with a market cap of $112.54 million, operates as the bank holding company for First Bank, offering commercial banking services to small and medium-sized businesses, individuals, estates, local governmental entities, and non-profit organizations in Virginia.
Operations: First National Corporation generates $49.19 million from its banking segment, providing services to a diverse clientele in Virginia.
Dividend Yield: 3.2%
First National Corporation's dividend has been reliable and stable over the past 10 years, with a current yield of 3.22%. Although trading at 55.2% below its estimated fair value, its payout ratio is reasonably low at 47.5%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings. Recent financials show decreased net income year-over-year, but net interest income increased slightly. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.15 per share payable on September 13, 2024.
Star Bulk Carriers
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Star Bulk Carriers Corp. is a shipping company that engages in the ocean transportation of dry bulk cargoes worldwide, with a market cap of $2.70 billion.