3 Leading Dividend Stocks Yielding Over 3%

The United States market has shown positive momentum, climbing 1.1% in the last week and an impressive 27% over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 17% annually. In this thriving environment, selecting dividend stocks yielding over 3% can be a strategic choice for investors seeking steady income alongside potential capital appreciation.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Let’s explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

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

Overview: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. offers cloud-based human capital management solutions globally and has a market capitalization of approximately $83.40 billion.

Operations: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. generates revenue primarily through its Employer Services segment, which accounts for $14.60 billion, and its Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Services segment, contributing $7.01 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Automatic Data Processing offers a stable dividend profile with consistent growth over the past decade, supported by solid earnings and cash flow coverage. The recent quarterly dividend of US$1.70 per share aligns with its history of reliability, though its 3.26% yield is below top-tier payers in the U.S. market. Recent earnings showed strong performance with net income rising to US$1.36 billion, reinforcing the sustainability of its dividends amidst strategic expansions like AI integration in HR solutions.

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

Overview: Apogee Enterprises, Inc. provides architectural products and services for building enclosures, as well as glass and acrylic products for preservation and enhanced viewing, with a market cap of $747.18 million.

Operations: Apogee Enterprises, Inc.’s revenue segments include Architectural Glass at $283.66 million, Architectural Metals at $504.03 million, Performance Surfaces at $197.97 million, and Architectural Services at $439.23 million.

Dividend Yield: 3%

Apogee Enterprises maintains a stable dividend profile with a recent quarterly cash dividend of US$0.27 per share, supported by reliable payments over the past decade and low payout ratios—24.1% cash and 41.3% earnings—ensuring coverage by free cash flow and profits. Although trading below estimated fair value, its 3.01% yield is modest compared to top-tier U.S. payers, but consistent growth in dividends reflects financial discipline despite lower profit margins this year at 3.9%.

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

Overview: Preferred Bank offers a range of banking products and services to small and mid-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, real estate developers, professionals, and high net worth individuals, with a market cap of approximately $1.08 billion.

Operations: Preferred Bank generates revenue primarily from its Commercial Bank segment, totaling $283.40 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Preferred Bank offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.51%, supported by a low payout ratio of 28.3%, ensuring coverage by earnings despite a high bad loans ratio of 2.8%. Dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, although recent significant insider selling may raise concerns. The bank’s Q1 2026 earnings showed growth in net interest income and net income, with ongoing share buybacks enhancing shareholder value amid trading at good relative value compared to peers.

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