As the U.S. stock market experiences a surge led by the tech sector amidst anticipation of presidential election results, investors are keenly observing how these developments might influence their portfolios. In such a dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance growth with consistent returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Citizens Financial Services

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

Overview: Citizens Financial Services, Inc. is a bank holding company that offers a range of banking products and services to individual, business, governmental, and institutional customers, with a market cap of $281.97 million.

Operations: Citizens Financial Services, Inc. generates its revenue primarily from its Community Banking segment, which accounts for $98.20 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Citizens Financial Services offers a reliable dividend, having consistently increased payments over the past decade with stability. Despite a relatively low yield of 3.14% compared to top US dividend payers, its payout ratio of 33.7% suggests dividends are well covered by earnings. Recent earnings show modest growth, though net interest income slightly declined in the latest quarter. Notably, recent charge-offs have risen, but overall profitability has improved year-over-year.

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• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Citizens Financial Services' current price could be quite moderate.

Artesian Resources

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

Overview: Artesian Resources Corporation, with a market cap of $344.15 million, operates through its subsidiaries to provide water, wastewater, and other services in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.

Operations: Artesian Resources Corporation generates revenue through its subsidiaries by offering water, wastewater, and additional services across Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Artesian Resources recently increased its quarterly dividend by 2%, with an annualized rate of $1.2056 per share, reflecting a 4% yearly growth. Despite a lower dividend yield of 3.28% compared to top US payers, the company has maintained stable and reliable dividends over the past decade. Earnings have grown significantly, yet dividends are not well covered by free cash flows due to high debt levels and lack of free cash flow coverage, though they remain covered by earnings with a low payout ratio of 14.9%.

• Dive into the specifics of Artesian Resources here with our thorough dividend report.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Artesian Resources' share price might be too optimistic.

Helmerich & Payne

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

Overview: Helmerich & Payne, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, offers drilling services and solutions for exploration and production companies, with a market cap of approximately $3.33 billion.

Operations: Helmerich & Payne, Inc.'s revenue segments consist of $2.40 billion from North America Solutions, $201.70 million from International Solutions, and $107.54 million from Offshore Gulf of Mexico operations.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Helmerich & Payne's dividend yield of 4.84% ranks in the top 25% of US dividend payers, yet its payments have been volatile over the past decade. Despite a low payout ratio of 29%, indicating coverage by earnings, and a cash payout ratio of 72.8%, dividends remain unstable due to inconsistent payment history. Recent fixed-income offerings totaling $1.25 billion aim to finance acquisitions, potentially impacting future cash flow and dividend sustainability.

• Take a closer look at Helmerich & Payne's potential here in our dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Helmerich & Payne is trading behind its estimated value.

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