3 Best Dividend Stocks, According to Analysts, 6/2/2025

Dividend-paying stocks are a great way to generate passive income and can be considered a safe bet in the current uncertain market situation. Furthermore, these stocks have the potential to generate notable capital gains. To assess these returns, investors can use TipRanks’ Dividend Calculator, which helps estimate future income based on investment size.

Leveraging the TipRanks’ Best Dividend Stocks Screener, we have identified three stocks with Strong Buy ratings from analysts. Further, they boast an Outperform Smart Score (i.e. 8, 9, or 10) on TipRanks. The Smart Score evaluates eight factors to gauge a stock’s potential to outperform the broader market. Additionally, these stocks have a dividend yield of over 5%.

Here are this week’s stocks:

Fidus Investment (FDUS) – Fidus Investment is a business development company that provides customized debt and equity financing solutions to lower middle-market U.S. companies. The stock carries a dividend yield of 8.39% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” Interestingly, three out of the four Wall Street analysts covering FDUS stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 3.7%. FDUS stock is up 2.72% in one year.

Sunoco (SUN) – Sunoco is an American energy company that specializes in fuel distribution and energy infrastructure, operating across over 40 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The stock has a dividend yield of 6.51% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” Interestingly, six out of the eight Wall Street analysts covering SUN stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 19.97%. SUN stock is up 6% in one year.

Brookfield Infrastructure (BIP) – ​ This is a global infrastructure company that owns and operates long-life assets in the utilities, transport, midstream, and data sectors. The stock carries a dividend yield of 5.1% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” Interestingly, seven out of the eight Wall Street analysts covering BIP stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 27.24%. BIP stock is up 13.7% over the past year.

What Is Tipranks’ Smart Dividend Newsletter?

TipRanks Smart Dividends Newsletter delivers a weekly high-quality dividend stock recommendation, backed by detailed analysis and up-to-date market insights. A well-chosen dividend stock can enhance your income investment portfolio and potentially yield long-term returns.

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