Top Dividend Stocks to Grow Your Portfolio

After a strong start to the week in U.S. markets with major indexes up more than 1 percent, investors are eagerly awaiting corporate earnings and economic data that could influence the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions. In this environment of heightened market activity, dividend stocks remain an attractive option for those looking for steady income and potential growth, as they can offer stability amid broader market swings.

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Let’s examine some standouts from the selection results.

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Overview: Coca-Cola FEMSA, SAB de CV, is a franchise bottler that manufactures, markets, sells and distributes Coca-Cola branded beverages in several Latin American countries with a market cap of approximately $17.68 billion.

Operations: Coca-Cola FEMSA’s revenue from soft drinks is 288.81 billion. MX USD.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Coca-Cola FEMSA’s dividend payout has been reliable and stable over the past decade, growing consistently without volatility. Despite a strong cash payout ratio of 233.5%, dividends are covered by earnings with a reasonable payout ratio of 65.6%. However, they are not sufficiently covered by free cash flow, raising sustainability concerns. The company recently announced that in 2025 October 27 will increase its quarterly dividend to $0.9005 per share, underscoring its commitment to returning value to shareholders.

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Overview: Bank of NT Butterfield & Son Limited offers community, commercial and private banking services to individuals and small and medium-sized businesses with a market cap of £1.73 billion.

Operations: Bank of NT Butterfield & Son Limited derives most of its revenue from its banking segment, which accounted for 588.90 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Bank of NT Butterfield & Son’s dividend payout has been on the rise, most recently increasing to $0.50 per share, representing 14% growth. Despite only a nine-year dividend history, the payout ratio remains low at 34.6%, indicating strong earnings coverage and sustainability. Recent leadership changes aim to strengthen risk management and customer relationships, while strategic buybacks are driving shareholder value with stable financial performance and a competitive dividend yield in the US market.

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Overview: VICI Properties Inc. is an S&P 500 real estate investment trust with a market cap of $33.28 billion. USD, which owns a large portfolio of gaming, hospitality, wellness, entertainment and leisure destinations, including such iconic locations as Caesars Palace Las Vegas and the Venetian Resort Las Vegas.

Operations: VICI Properties Inc. derives most of its income from real estate and real estate lending activities, totaling $3.93 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.5%

VICI Properties recently announced a 4% dividend increase to $0.45 per share, underscoring its commitment to returning value to shareholders. The dividend payout is well supported by earnings and cash flow, with payout ratios of 65.4% and 75.1%, respectively. Although the company only has a seven-year dividend history, its payouts have been stable and are among the highest in the US, offering good relative value despite some concerns about debt coverage from operating cash flow.

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The companies discussed in this article are KOF NTB and VICI.

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