3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy in Today’s Market, According to Analysts, 4/1/2026

Geopolitical tensions and recent swings in oil prices have kept markets volatile, though sentiment has started to improve amid hopes of a resolution of the U.S.-Iran war. In this environment, dividend-paying stocks are drawing attention for their steady income and potential upside, offering a more stable option for investors navigating uncertainty.

Leveraging TipRanks’ Best Dividend Stocks Screener, we identified three stocks that offer dividend yields above 8%. Each stock also carries a Strong Buy rating from analysts and an Outperform Smart Score (8, 9, or 10) on TipRanks. The Smart Score reviews eight factors to measure a stock’s potential to beat the broader market.

Here are this week’s stocks:

Ares Capital (ARCC) – This is a U.S.-based business development company that provides capital and financing to middle-market companies. The stock carries a dividend yield of 10.82% and a Smart Score of Nine. Interestingly, five out of the six Wall Street analysts covering ARCC stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 16%.

Upbound Group (UPBD) – Upbound Group is a rent-to-own and consumer finance company offering flexible payment solutions for household goods. The stock carries a dividend yield of 8.88% and a Smart Score of Nine. In the last three months, all four Wall Street analysts covering UPBD stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 27%. 

JBS (JBS) – JBS is a global meat producer supplying beef, pork, and chicken to retailers and restaurants worldwide. The stock carries a dividend yield of 8.15% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” In the last three months, all six Wall Street analysts covering JBS stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 15.09%.