First National And 2 Other US Dividend Stocks To Boost Your Portfolio

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As U.S. markets navigate through economic data surprises, including unexpected inflation and jobless claims figures, investors are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve's interest rate strategies. Amidst this backdrop of market fluctuations, dividend stocks offer a potential avenue for stability and income, making them an attractive option for those looking to bolster their portfolios in uncertain times.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

Name

Dividend Yield

Dividend Rating

WesBanco (NasdaqGS:WSBC)

4.91%

★★★★★★

Columbia Banking System (NasdaqGS:COLB)

5.55%

★★★★★★

Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)

5.43%

★★★★★★

Hope Bancorp (NasdaqGS:HOPE)

4.55%

★★★★★★

Dillard's (NYSE:DDS)

5.83%

★★★★★★

Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)

5.39%

★★★★★★

Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)

4.88%

★★★★★★

OTC Markets Group (OTCPK:OTCM)

4.58%

★★★★★★

CVB Financial (NasdaqGS:CVBF)

4.45%

★★★★★★

Virtus Investment Partners (NYSE:VRTS)

4.39%

★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 178 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 $118.89 million, operates as the bank holding company for First Bank, offering a range of 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 its revenue primarily from its banking segment, amounting to $49.19 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

First National Corporation offers a stable dividend, having consistently increased payments over the past decade with minimal volatility. Despite a current yield of 3.19%, which is lower than the top quartile of U.S. dividend payers, its dividends are well-covered by earnings due to a low payout ratio of 47.5%. Recent financial performance shows reduced net income and profit margins compared to last year, though net interest income has grown modestly.

NasdaqCM:FXNC Dividend History as at Oct 2024
NasdaqCM:FXNC Dividend History as at Oct 2024

National Bankshares

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

Overview: National Bankshares, Inc., with a market cap of $184.02 million, operates as the bank holding company for the National Bank of Blacksburg, offering retail and commercial banking products and services to individuals, businesses, non-profits, and local governments.

Operations: National Bankshares, Inc. generates its revenue primarily through retail and commercial banking services provided to a diverse clientele, including individuals, businesses, non-profits, and local governments.