High Dividend Yield: 13 Stocks to Watch This Week
This week’s high dividend yield screener identifies 13 stocks meeting specific income-focused criteria. The screening methodology filters for companies with market capitalizations exceeding $1 billion and dividend yields above 3%, targeting established corporations that return significant cash to shareholders through regular dividend payments.
The current market environment continues to present opportunities for income-seeking investors, with yields ranging from just above 3% to over 6% among qualifying stocks. These companies span multiple sectors, from traditional dividend stalwarts in telecommunications and healthcare to consumer goods and financial services providers.
| Ticker | Company | Price | Market Cap | Dividend Yield | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFE | Pfizer Inc. | $28.33 | $161.1B | 6.07% | Healthcare |
| VZ | Verizon Communications Inc. | $49.40 | $208.4B | 5.54% | Communication Services |
| BMY | Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | $59.60 | $121.4B | 5.23% | Healthcare |
| T | AT&T Inc. | $28.32 | $198.2B | 3.92% | Communication Services |
| USB | U.S. Bancorp | $52.95 | $82.3B | 3.89% | Financial Services |
| TGT | Target Corporation | $120.49 | $54.6B | 3.77% | Consumer Defensive |
| NKE | NIKE, Inc. | $44.19 | $65.3B | 3.67% | Consumer Cyclical |
| PEP | PepsiCo, Inc. | $157.01 | $214.6B | 3.62% | Consumer Defensive |
| CVX | Chevron Corporation | $198.90 | $397.7B | 3.47% | Energy |
| MDT | Medtronic plc | $86.63 | $111.2B | 3.28% | Healthcare |
| UNH | UnitedHealth Group Incorporated | $277.26 | $251.7B | 3.19% | Healthcare |
| ABBV | AbbVie Inc. | $208.80 | $369.2B | 3.18% | Healthcare |
| PNC | The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. | $211.70 | $85.4B | 3.16% | Financial Services |
Pfizer (PFE) leads the screener with a 6.07% dividend yield at $28.33 per share. The pharmaceutical giant maintains its position as the highest-yielding stock in this week’s selection with a $161.1 billion market capitalization.
Verizon (VZ) offers a 5.54% yield, trading at $49.40 with a substantial $208.4 billion market cap. The telecommunications provider continues to attract income-focused investors seeking stable dividend payments.
Among healthcare names, Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) presents a 5.23% yield at $59.60 per share. The company’s $121.4 billion valuation reflects its established position in the pharmaceutical sector.
AT&T (T) rounds out the communication services representation with a 3.92% dividend yield. Trading at $28.32, the telecom giant maintains a $198.2 billion market capitalization despite ongoing industry challenges.
Financial services sector representation includes U.S. Bancorp (USB) at $52.95, yielding 3.89% with an $82.3 billion market cap. The regional banking leader continues its long history of consistent dividend payments.
Target (TGT) stands out in consumer defensive with a 3.77% yield at $120.49 per share. The retailer’s $54.6 billion market cap reflects its resilient business model and commitment to shareholder returns.
Consumer cyclical exposure comes through Nike (NKE), yielding 3.67% at $44.19. The athletic apparel giant’s $65.3 billion valuation demonstrates its global brand strength despite cyclical headwinds.
PepsiCo (PEP) delivers a 3.62% yield at $157.01, backed by a robust $214.6 billion market capitalization. The beverage and snack food conglomerate maintains its reputation as a dividend aristocrat.
Energy sector representation comes from Chevron (CVX), offering 3.47% at $198.90 per share. The oil major’s $397.7 billion market cap makes it the largest company by valuation in this week’s screener.
Medtronic (MDT) provides medical device exposure with a 3.28% yield at $86.63. The healthcare technology company’s $111.2 billion market cap reflects its diversified medical equipment portfolio.
Healthcare insurance leader UnitedHealth (UNH) yields 3.19% at $277.26 per share. The managed care giant’s $251.7 billion valuation underscores its dominant market position.
AbbVie (ABBV) completes the healthcare representation with a 3.18% yield at $208.80. The biopharmaceutical company’s $369.2 billion market cap reflects its strong drug portfolio and pipeline.
PNC Financial (PNC) closes the screener with a 3.16% dividend yield at $211.70 per share. The regional bank’s $85.4 billion market cap positions it among the larger financial institutions in the sector.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Dividend payments are not guaranteed and may be reduced or eliminated at any time. Investors should conduct their own research and consider their financial situation before making investment decisions.