{"id":2855,"date":"2025-10-14T22:00:52","date_gmt":"2025-10-14T22:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/igorsplayground.com\/appcheckr\/top-20-highest-yielding-dividend-kings-now\/"},"modified":"2025-10-14T22:00:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T22:00:52","slug":"top-20-highest-yielding-dividend-kings-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/igorsplayground.com\/appcheckr\/top-20-highest-yielding-dividend-kings-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 20 Highest Yielding Dividend Kings Now"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Updated on October 14th, 2025 by Bob Ciura<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The Dividend Kings represent the <strong>best-of-the-best<\/strong> in terms of dividend longevity, showcasing companies that have consistently increased their dividends for an impressive duration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is a Dividend King?<\/strong> A Dividend King is a stock that has achieved <strong>50 or more consecutive years<\/strong> of dividend increases. This remarkable achievement highlights the financial stability and commitment to returning value to shareholders.<\/p>\n<p>Below is a downloadable Dividend Kings Spreadsheet List that includes essential investing metrics for each stock in the index:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Payout ratio<\/li>\n<li>Dividend yield<\/li>\n<li>Price-to-earnings ratio<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To access the complete downloadable spreadsheet of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/dividend-kings\/\">all 56 Dividend Kings<\/a>, along with important financial metrics such as dividend yields, payout ratios, and price-to-earnings ratios, click the link below:<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\" style=\"border-color:#e5e477;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFE91;border-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<div class=\"su-row\">\n<div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-5\">\n<div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.suredividend.com\/dividend-kings\" data-formkit-toggle=\"433a6e8905\"><br \/>\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"90\" src=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Dividend-Kings-e1667523911500.png\"\/><br \/>\n                    <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>We typically rank stocks based on their five-year expected annual returns, as detailed in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/sure-analysis-subscribe\/\">Sure Analysis Research Database<\/a>. However, for income-focused investors, ranking Dividend Kings by their dividend yields is equally beneficial.<\/p>\n<p>This article will highlight the 20 highest-yielding Dividend Kings currently available.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #20: Coca-Cola Co. (KO)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Coca-Cola is the world\u2019s largest beverage company, owning or licensing over 500 unique non-alcoholic brands. Founded in 1886, it has expanded to more than 200 countries globally.<\/p>\n<p>The company boasts 30 billion-dollar brands, each generating at least $1 billion in annual sales.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-72464\" alt=\"\" width=\"710\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/KO-Brands-e1740507502701.png\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/d1io3yog0oux5.cloudfront.net\/_c3413a8efeaa59ec51edd5176731ee08\/cocacolacompany\/db\/701\/8178\/presentation\/The+Coca-Cola+Company+CAGNY+2025+Presentation_static.pdf\">Investor Presentation<\/a><\/p>\n<p>In its second quarter earnings report on July 22nd, 2025, Coca-Cola&#8217;s adjusted earnings-per-share reached 87 cents, exceeding estimates by three cents. Revenue increased by 0.8% year-over-year to $12.5 billion, though it fell short of estimates by $80 million.<\/p>\n<p>Organic revenue grew by 5%, with a 6% increase in pricing and mix, partially offset by a 1% decline in volumes. The company anticipates 5% to 6% growth in organic revenue for the year, unchanged from previous forecasts.<\/p>\n<p>For more detailed insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/KO-2025-07-24.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on KO<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #19: Genuine Parts Co. (GPC)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Founded in 1928, Genuine Parts Company has evolved into a vast conglomerate selling automotive and industrial parts, electrical materials, and general business products across more than 3,000 locations worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>With approximately 63,000 employees and a market capitalization of $18.4 billion, Genuine Parts generated about $24 billion in annual revenue. It has proudly raised its dividend for 69 consecutive years.<\/p>\n<p>In its second quarter earnings report on July 22nd, 2025, Genuine Parts reported adjusted earnings-per-share of $2.10, surpassing estimates by four cents. Revenue reached $6.2 billion, up 3.3% year-over-year, exceeding estimates by $90 million.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/GPC-2025-08-01.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on GPC<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #18: Stepan Co. (SCL)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Stepan specializes in manufacturing basic and intermediate chemicals, including surfactants and specialty products for various markets. The company operates in three distinct business lines: surfactants, polymers, and specialty products.<\/p>\n<p>In its second quarter earnings report on July 30th, 2025, Stepan&#8217;s adjusted earnings-per-share fell short of expectations at 52 cents, compared to estimates of 90 cents. Revenue increased by 7% year-over-year to $595 million, but still missed estimates by $3.6 million.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SCL-2025-08-01.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on SCL<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #17: Archer Daniels Midland (ADM)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>As the largest publicly traded farmland product company in the U.S., Archer-Daniels-Midland processes cereal grains and oilseeds while managing agricultural storage and transportation.<\/p>\n<p>In its second-quarter earnings report, ADM&#8217;s revenue declined 4.9% year-over-year to $21.17 billion, missing consensus estimates, while net earnings dropped 55% to $219 million.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ADM-2025-09-02.pdf\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on ADM<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #16: Consolidated Edison (ED)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Consolidated Edison is a major utility company generating approximately $15 billion in annual revenue, serving over 3 million electric and 1 million gas customers in New York.<\/p>\n<p>In its first-quarter results for the period ending March 31st, 2025, Consolidated Edison reported a revenue increase of 12.1% to $4.8 billion, surpassing estimates by $346 million.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ED-2025-08-15.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on ED<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #15: Fortis (FTS)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Fortis is Canada\u2019s largest investor-owned utility, operating in Canada, the U.S., and the Caribbean. The company reported net earnings of CAD$384 million in Q2 2025, up 16% year-over-year.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/FTS-2025-08-19.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on FTS<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #14: H2O America (HTO)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>H2O America, formerly SJW Group, is a water utility company serving various regions in the U.S. The company reported a revenue increase of 12.5% to $198.3 million in Q2 2025.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/HTO-2025-07-31.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on HTO<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #13: PepsiCo Inc. (PEP)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>PepsiCo is a global leader in food and beverages, with products ranging from Pepsi to Tropicana. The company reported a revenue increase of 1.0% to $22.7 billion in Q2 2025.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PEP-2025-07-18.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on PEP<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #12: United Bankshares (UBSI)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>United Bankshares has expanded significantly since its formation in 1982, now boasting about $30 billion in total assets. The company reported a revenue increase of nearly 20% year-on-year to $306 million in Q2 2025.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/UBSI-2025-07-28.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on UBSI<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #11: Kimberly-Clark (KMB)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Kimberly-Clark operates in 175 countries, selling disposable consumer goods. The company reported adjusted earnings-per-share of $1.63 in Q2 2025, slightly below expectations.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/KMB-2025-08-03.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on Kimberly-Clark<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #10: Northwest Natural Holding Co. (NWN)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Founded in 1859, NW Natural serves over 760,000 customers in the Pacific Northwest. The company reported a net income of $7.4 million in Q2 2025.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/NWN-2025-08-18-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on NWN<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #9: Black Hills Corporation (BKH)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Black Hills Corporation provides electricity and natural gas across multiple states. The company reported revenues of $439 million in Q2 2025, up 9% year-over-year.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BKH-2025-08-14.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on BKH<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #8: Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Founded in 1962, Federal Realty focuses on owning and renting out real estate properties. The company reported net income of $88.7 million in Q2 2025.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/FRT-2025-08-18.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on Federal Realty<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #7: Canadian Utilities (CDUAF)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Canadian Utilities is a diversified global energy infrastructure corporation. The company reported adjusted earnings of $88.3 million in Q2 2025.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/CDUAF-2025-08-02.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on CDUAF<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #6: Hormel Foods (HRL)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Founded in 1891, Hormel Foods has become a leader in the food products industry. The company reported adjusted earnings-per-share of 35 cents in Q3 2025, slightly below estimates.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/HRL-2025-09-15.pdf\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on HRL<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #5: Kenvue Inc. (KVUE)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Kenvue, spun off from Johnson &#038; Johnson in 2023, operates in three segments: Self Care, Skin Health and Beauty, and Essential Health. The company reported revenue of $3.84 billion in Q2 2025.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/KVUE-2025-08-17.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on KVUE<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #4: Stanley Black &#038; Decker (SWK)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Stanley Black &#038; Decker is a leader in power tools and related items. The company reported revenue of $3.95 billion in Q2 2025.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SWK-2025-07-31.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on SWK<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #3: Target Corporation (TGT)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Target operates approximately 1,850 stores and reported adjusted earnings-per-share of $2.05 in Q2 2025, slightly above estimates.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/TGT-2025-09-07.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on TGT<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #2: Universal Corporation (UVV)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Universal Corporation is the largest leaf tobacco exporter and importer. The company reported revenues of $594 million in Q1 2025, lower than previous periods.<\/p>\n<p>For more insights, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/UVV-2025-08-28.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on UVV<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High Yield Dividend King #1: Altria Group (MO)<br \/><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Altria is a prominent tobacco company that has invested heavily in new products to adapt to changing consumer preferences. The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.44 in Q2 2025, exceeding analyst estimates.<\/p>\n<p>For further details, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suredividend.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/MO-2025-07-31.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>click here to download our most recent Sure Analysis report on Altria<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>High-yield dividend stocks are particularly appealing to income investors, especially when compared to the S&#038;P 500 Index, which currently yields around 1.2% on average. The 20 stocks listed here offer yields at least double that average, making them attractive options for those seeking reliable income.<\/p>\n<p>As always, investors should conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in exploring high-quality dividend growth stocks or other high-yield securities, the following Sure Dividend resources will be beneficial:<\/p>\n<p><strong>High-Yield Individual Security Research<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Other Sure Dividend Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Thanks for reading this article. 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