Dividend Contenders List: Top 15

10. Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA)

Dividend Yield as of March 12: 3.75%

Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) is a Pennsylvania-based telecommunications company that offers a wide range of mobile phone and cable TV services. The company has strengthened its position as a leading provider of connectivity services, delivering broadband and wireless solutions while maintaining a strong foothold in the media industry through NBC, Telemundo, and the Peacock streaming platform. By enhancing its network infrastructure and expanding its content offerings, it aims to stay competitive in the fast-changing media landscape.

In the fourth quarter of 2024, Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) reported nearly $32 billion in revenue, reflecting a 2.1% increase from the previous year. This growth was supported by solid performance across its six key business segments. Despite a highly competitive environment, connectivity revenue grew by 5%, while mobile services expanded with 1.2 million new lines added. Moreover, Business Services saw a 5% rise in revenue.

Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) is one of the best dividend contenders on our list as the company has been growing its payouts for 17 consecutive years. The company’s solid cash position has allowed it to maintain consistent dividend growth. In the latest quarter, operating cash flow exceeded $8 billion, up from $6 billion in the same period a year earlier. Free cash flow also experienced substantial growth, rising to $3.26 billion from $1.7 billion the previous year. Additionally, the company returned $1.2 billion to shareholders through dividend payments. Currently, it offers a quarterly dividend of $0.33 per share and has a dividend yield of 3.75%, as of March 12.