Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) has been named the “Top Dividend Stock of the Dow” according to Dividend Channel’s recent report. As of the latest data, VZ shares are priced at $40.89, boasting an annual dividend yield of 6.8%, significantly higher than the Dow’s average of 2.0%. The report highlights Verizon’s strong valuation metrics, including a price-to-book ratio of 1.6, compared to the average Dow stock at 11.8.
Verizon’s current annualized dividend is $2.76 per share, distributed quarterly, with the next ex-dividend date scheduled for January 12, 2026. The company’s robust dividend history and favorable growth rates in key financial indicators underpin its ranking as a top choice for dividend investors.
