10 Overlooked Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

4. Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE:ORI)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 34

Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE:ORI) is an American provider of property and title insurance, with a strong emphasis on serving businesses, government entities, and institutions. Most of its revenue is generated from insurance policies issued domestically, offering liability protection across sectors such as transportation, aviation, construction, healthcare, and energy. The company is also a major player in the title insurance space, helping to safeguard lenders and buyers in real estate transactions against potential claims or unpaid liens tied to the property. The stock has surged by over 24% in the past 12 months.

In the first quarter of 2025, Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE:ORI) reported revenue of $2.06 billion, which saw an 11.4% growth from the same period last year. The company’s net investment income of $170.7 million also showed a 4% increase on a YoY basis. Net operating income rose to $0.81 per diluted share, up 20.9% from $0.67 in the previous year. Consolidated net premiums and fees earned exceeded $1.8 billion, reflecting a 12.1% increase.

On February 28, Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE:ORI) declared a 9.4% increase in its quarterly dividend to $2.09 per share. This was the company’s 44th consecutive year of dividend growth, which makes it one of the best overlooked dividend stocks. In addition, it has been making regular payouts to shareholders for the past 84 years. The company also has a history of paying special dividends to shareholders. The stock supports a dividend yield of 3.11%, as of April 25.