As the U.S. stock market experiences a mixed performance amid shifting post-election sentiments, investors are closely watching the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decisions. In this environment, dividend stocks offering attractive yields can provide a reliable income stream and potential stability for portfolios.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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

Fulton Financial

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

Overview: Fulton Financial Corporation is a financial holding company offering consumer and commercial banking products and services across Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia with a market cap of $3.81 billion.

Operations: Fulton Financial Corporation generates revenue through its banking segment, which accounts for $1.08 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Fulton Financial offers a stable and reliable dividend, with payments increasing over the past decade. Despite recent net income decline, its dividends remain well-covered by earnings, evidenced by a payout ratio of 42.4%. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share in October 2024. Although its yield of 3.25% is below top-tier US dividend payers, it trades at a significant discount to estimated fair value, suggesting potential investment appeal for income-focused investors.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Fulton Financial stock in this dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates Fulton Financial may be undervalued.

Credicorp

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

Overview: Credicorp Ltd. operates in financial, insurance, and health services primarily in Peru and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $15.06 billion.

Operations: Credicorp's revenue segments include financial services at PEN 14.56 billion, insurance services at PEN 3.78 billion, and health services at PEN 1.24 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

Credicorp's dividends have grown over the past decade, with a current payout ratio of 53.3% indicating coverage by earnings. Despite being in the top 25% for US dividend yield at 4.94%, its dividend payments have been volatile and unreliable historically. Credicorp trades below its estimated fair value, offering potential value to investors. Recent earnings show increased net income and interest income, reflecting steady financial performance despite high non-performing loans at 5.9%.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Credicorp's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Credicorp's share price might be on the cheaper side.

Copa Holdings

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

Overview: Copa Holdings, S.A. operates through its subsidiaries to offer airline passenger and cargo services, with a market cap of approximately $3.63 billion.

Operations: Copa Holdings generates revenue primarily from its air transportation segment, amounting to $3.48 billion.

Dividend Yield: 7.4%

Copa Holdings offers a high dividend yield of 7.36%, ranking in the top 25% of US dividend payers, but its dividends are not well covered by cash flows, with a cash payout ratio of 243.4%. Despite reasonable coverage by earnings and trading slightly below fair value, its dividends have been volatile and unreliable over the past decade. Recent operating results show increased capacity and passenger traffic, although revenue slightly declined to US$854.71 million in Q3 2024.

• Dive into the specifics of Copa Holdings here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Copa Holdings' shares may be trading at a discount.

Where To Now?

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:FULT NYSE:BAP and NYSE:CPA.

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