As the U.S. stock market navigates a period of volatility, driven by looming tariffs and economic uncertainty, investors are seeking stability in dividend stocks that can offer consistent income. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks with strong fundamentals and reliable payout histories can be a prudent strategy for those looking to mitigate risk while maintaining potential returns.
Let’s review some notable picks from our screened stocks.
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Overview: Farmers National Banc Corp., with a market cap of $488.61 million, operates as a bank holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Canfield, offering services in banking, trust, retirement consulting, insurance, and financial management.
Operations: Farmers National Banc Corp.’s revenue segments include $115.06 million from its Bank Segment and $12.74 million from its Trust Segment, which encompasses retirement consulting services.
Dividend Yield: 5.2%
Farmers National Banc offers a stable dividend yield of 5.21%, ranking in the top 25% of U.S. dividend payers, with a payout ratio of 55.2% that is forecast to decrease to 44.2% in three years, indicating sustainability. Recent executive changes include Timothy F. Shaffer’s retirement and the appointment of new leadership as part of succession planning, while dividends remain affirmed at $0.17 per share for March 2025, reflecting commitment to shareholder returns despite slight declines in annual earnings and net income.
NasdaqCM:FMNB Dividend History as at Apr 2025
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Overview: Evans Bancorp, Inc. is a financial holding company for Evans Bank, N.A., with a market cap of approximately $212.67 million.
Operations: Evans Bancorp, Inc. generates revenue primarily through its banking activities, amounting to $67.69 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.4%
Evans Bancorp declared a $0.66 dividend per share, payable on April 10, 2025. Despite a decrease in net income from $24.52 million to $11.95 million for the full year ending December 31, 2024, its dividend remains covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 61%. The company offers a stable yield of 3.39%, though below the top U.S. dividend payers’ average of 4.69%. Dividends have been reliable and growing over the past decade.
NYSEAM:EVBN Dividend History as at Apr 2025
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Terreno Realty Corporation acquires, owns, and operates industrial real estate in six major coastal U.S. markets with a market cap of approximately $6.26 billion.
Operations: Terreno Realty Corporation generates revenue primarily through investing in real estate, amounting to $382.62 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
Terreno Realty’s dividend has been reliable and growing over the past decade, with a current yield of 3.1%, which is lower than the top U.S. dividend payers. The payout ratio stands at 75.5%, indicating dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows, though not excessively so. Recent earnings growth of 21.9% supports this stability, despite insider selling activity. The company recently completed significant leasing agreements in Florida and California, enhancing its industrial property portfolio with LEED-certified developments valued at US$39.9 million and US$41.3 million respectively.
NYSE:TRNO Dividend History as at Apr 2025
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