Top dividend stocks show strong yields and growth potential despite a rough October for US equities.

A quantitative screen identified 25 high-quality dividend stocks with forward yields above 2% and expected returns of at least 12%. Comcast leads with a 5.68% yield, while Texas Instruments offers the highest expected return at 40%. Stocks like Zoetis, McCormick, and Comcast are considered undervalued based on free cash flow metrics. Despite a 0.91% decline in the S&P 500 ETF in October, dividend stocks performed better, maintaining investor interest in yield and growth opportunities.

Comcast leads dividend stocks with a 5.68% yield and trades at USD 23.82, up 2.52% as of Nov 03, 2026 08:11 WIB on Pluang. Texas Instruments, noted for the highest expected return, is priced at USD 304.05 with a 1.07% gain. Zoetis shows strong buying interest, up 4.52% at USD 83.32, reflecting active investor demand on Pluang.