As the U.S. stock market hovers near record highs with major indexes experiencing two straight weeks of gains, investors are closely watching Federal Reserve actions and retail earnings for further direction. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a stable income stream and potential for long-term growth, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance their portfolios amidst fluctuating interest rate expectations.
Name
Dividend Yield
Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (PEBO)
5.61%
★★★★★☆
Huntington Bancshares (HBAN)
3.74%
★★★★★☆
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)
6.26%
★★★★★★
Ennis (EBF)
5.54%
★★★★★★
Dillard’s (DDS)
5.04%
★★★★★★
DHT Holdings (DHT)
8.48%
★★★★★☆
Columbia Banking System (COLB)
5.62%
★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (CZNC)
5.86%
★★★★★☆
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior S. A (BLX)
Let’s dive into some prime choices out of the screener.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: The Hershey Company, along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells confectionery products and pantry items both in the United States and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $36.08 billion.
Operations: Hershey’s revenue is primarily derived from its North America Confectionery segment at $9.22 billion, followed by North America Salty Snacks at $1.16 billion, and International operations contributing $914.07 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
Hershey maintains a stable dividend history, with recent affirmations of quarterly dividends on its common and Class B stocks. Despite facing challenges such as lowered earnings guidance due to tariff expenses, the company continues to cover its dividends through earnings and cash flows, maintaining payout ratios around 72%. While not among the highest yielders in the market, Hershey’s consistent dividend growth over the past decade offers reliability for income-focused investors.
HSY Dividend History as at Aug 2025
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Noah Holdings Limited operates as a wealth and asset management service provider, focusing on investment and asset allocation services for high net worth individuals and corporate entities in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $776.74 million.
Operations: Noah Holdings Limited generates revenue primarily through its Wealth Management Business, which accounts for CN¥1.77 billion, and its Asset Management Business, contributing CN¥765.38 million.
Dividend Yield: 4.9%
Noah Holdings has a dividend yield in the top 25% of US payers and trades below its estimated fair value, offering potential appeal. However, its dividends have been volatile with only two years of payments, and recent decreases highlight this instability. Despite reasonable earnings coverage (59% payout ratio) and cash flow support (89.3%), the dividend’s sustainability remains uncertain. A special dividend was announced recently for US$0.5791 per share payable on August 1, 2025.
NOAH Dividend History as at Aug 2025
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is a diversified financial services company operating in the United States with a market cap of approximately $75.32 billion.
Operations: PNC Financial Services Group generates revenue through its Asset Management Group ($1.69 billion), Corporate & Institutional Banking ($10.24 billion), and Retail Banking including Residential Mortgage ($13.84 billion) segments.
Dividend Yield: 3.6%
PNC Financial Services Group offers a reliable dividend, recently increased by 6% to US$1.70 per share, supported by a low payout ratio of 43.7%, indicating sustainability. Earnings have grown significantly, with net income reaching US$3.11 billion for the first half of 2025. Despite trading below estimated fair value and being added to key indices, its dividend yield of 3.56% is lower than top-tier payers in the US market. Recent strategic moves include a partnership with Coinbase to enhance digital asset solutions for clients.
PNC Dividend History as at Aug 2025
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Companies discussed in this article include HSYNOAH and PNC.
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