High Dividend Yield: 10 Stocks to Watch (July 19, 2026)
This week’s high dividend yield screener identifies large-cap stocks offering attractive income potential through substantial dividend payments. Our screening criteria filtered for companies with market capitalizations exceeding $1 billion and dividend yields above 3%, capturing established businesses that prioritize shareholder income distribution.
Weekly High Dividend Yield Stock Results
The following table presents ten qualifying stocks that met our dividend yield and market cap thresholds as of July 19, 2026:
| Ticker | Company Name | Price | Market Cap | Dividend Yield | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFE | Pfizer Inc. | $25.05 | $142.8B | 6.87% | Healthcare |
| VZ | Verizon Communications Inc. | $43.59 | $182.0B | 6.41% | Communication Services |
| T | AT&T Inc. | $21.80 | $151.4B | 5.09% | Communication Services |
| PEP | PepsiCo, Inc. | $137.12 | $187.3B | 4.19% | Consumer Defensive |
| BMY | Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | $60.74 | $124.0B | 4.13% | Healthcare |
| CVX | Chevron Corporation | $187.36 | $373.1B | 3.73% | Energy |
| NKE | NIKE, Inc. | $43.76 | $64.8B | 3.72% | Consumer Cyclical |
| MDT | Medtronic plc | $83.20 | $106.5B | 3.43% | Healthcare |
| USB | U.S. Bancorp | $63.14 | $98.4B | 3.29% | Financial Services |
| TGT | Target Corporation | $139.62 | $63.4B | 3.27% | Consumer Defensive |
Healthcare Sector Dividend Leaders
Pfizer Inc. (PFE) tops the list with a 6.87% dividend yield at $25.05 per share, representing a $142.8 billion market capitalization. The pharmaceutical giant’s substantial yield reflects its commitment to returning cash to shareholders through consistent dividend payments.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) offers a 4.13% yield with shares trading at $60.74 and a market cap of $124.0 billion. This biopharmaceutical company maintains its position among dividend-paying healthcare stocks with steady income distribution.
Medtronic plc (MDT) rounds out the healthcare representation at $83.20 per share, delivering a 3.43% yield with its $106.5 billion market capitalization. The medical technology company continues its dividend policy while operating in the global healthcare equipment space.
Communication Services and Consumer Stocks
Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) commands a 6.41% dividend yield at $43.59 per share, backed by a substantial $182.0 billion market cap. The telecommunications leader maintains its high-yield status through consistent dividend distributions to income-focused investors.
AT&T Inc. (T) delivers a 5.09% yield with shares priced at $21.80 and a market capitalization of $151.4 billion. Both communication services giants demonstrate their commitment to dividend payments despite industry capital requirements.
PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) trades at $137.12 with a 4.19% dividend yield, supported by its $187.3 billion market cap in the consumer defensive sector. The beverage and snack company’s dividend history spans decades of consistent payments to shareholders.
Target Corporation (TGT) offers a 3.27% yield at $139.62 per share with a $63.4 billion market capitalization. The retailer maintains its dividend program while navigating the competitive consumer defensive landscape.
Energy, Financial, and Athletic Apparel Representation
Chevron Corporation (CVX) provides a 3.73% dividend yield at $187.36 per share, representing the largest market cap on the list at $373.1 billion. The energy sector representative continues its dividend tradition despite commodity price volatility affecting the broader energy industry.
U.S. Bancorp (USB) trades at $63.14 with a 3.29% yield and $98.4 billion market cap, representing the financial services sector. Regional banks like USB often attract dividend-focused investors seeking steady income from established financial institutions.
NIKE, Inc. (NKE) stands out in the consumer cyclical sector with a 3.72% yield at $43.76 per share and $64.8 billion market cap. The athletic apparel giant’s inclusion demonstrates how even growth-oriented companies can maintain meaningful dividend yields.
This analysis presents factual market data for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Dividend yields can fluctuate based on stock price movements and dividend policy changes. Past dividend payments do not guarantee future distributions. Investors should conduct their own research and consider their financial objectives before making investment decisions.