As the U.S. stock market navigates a period of volatility, with the S&P 500 falling for three consecutive days amid economic uncertainties and anticipation of a critical jobs report, investors are increasingly seeking stability through dividend stocks. In such an environment, dividend-paying stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potentially mitigate some of the risks associated with market fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Artesian Resources

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

Overview: Artesian Resources Corporation, with a market cap of $369.78 million, provides water, wastewater, and other services through its subsidiaries in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.

Operations: Artesian Resources Corporation generates $96.36 million from its regulated utility segment and $6.97 million from other non-utility services.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Artesian Resources recently reported Q2 2024 earnings with revenue of US$27.42 million and net income of US$5.33 million, reflecting growth from the previous year. The company declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.2955 per share, annualized to US$1.182 per share, though its 3.23% yield is below top-tier dividend payers in the U.S market and not well-covered by free cash flows despite stable payouts over the past decade and a reasonable payout ratio (65.2%).

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• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Artesian Resources' shares may be trading at a premium.

Carter's

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

Overview: Carter's, Inc., with a market cap of $2.42 billion, designs, sources, and markets branded childrenswear under various brands such as Carter's, OshKosh, Skip Hop, and others in the United States and internationally.

Operations: Carter's, Inc. generates revenue through three primary segments: U.S. Retail ($1.45 billion), International ($418.19 million), and U.S. Wholesale ($1 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Carter’s declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.80 per share, payable on September 13, 2024. Despite a history of volatile dividends, the current payout is well-covered by earnings (47.7%) and cash flows (32.7%). Recent Q2 earnings showed net income growth to US$27.64 million from US$23.87 million last year, although revenue declined to US$564.43 million from US$600.2 million, reflecting potential challenges ahead for sustaining dividend growth amidst fluctuating financial performance and ongoing share buybacks totaling $80.82 million since early 2022.

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• Our expertly prepared valuation report Carter's implies its share price may be too high.

Coca-Cola FEMSA. de

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

Overview: Coca-Cola FEMSA, S.A.B. de C.V., a franchise bottler with a market cap of $18.28 billion, produces, markets, sells, and distributes Coca-Cola trademark beverages across Mexico and several countries in Central and South America.

Operations: Coca-Cola FEMSA's revenue from non-alcoholic beverages amounts to MX$260.13 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Coca-Cola FEMSA reported strong Q2 2024 earnings with net income rising to MXN 5.61 billion from MXN 4.93 billion a year ago, and sales increasing to MXN 69.46 billion from MXN 61.28 billion. The company declared a cash dividend of US$0.75 per share on July 15, 2024, supported by a solid payout ratio (60%) and stable free cash flow coverage (58.9%). Dividends have been reliable and growing over the past decade, though the yield is modest compared to top-tier US dividend payers.

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• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Coca-Cola FEMSA. de is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

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Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:ARTN.A NYSE:CRI and NYSE:KOF.

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