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American Focus > Blog > Economy > Why U.S. Bancorp (USB) is a Core Holding for Investors Seeking Safe Dividend Stocks
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Why U.S. Bancorp (USB) is a Core Holding for Investors Seeking Safe Dividend Stocks

Last updated: July 30, 2025 9:20 pm
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U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB) has been recognized as one of the 10 Best and Safe Dividend Stocks to Buy Now. As a leading financial services provider, U.S. Bancorp offers a wide range of solutions in consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, payment processing, and corporate finance. The bank serves individuals, businesses, and institutions nationwide, providing basic bank accounts and advanced financial tools like treasury management for large corporations.

In the second quarter of 2025, U.S. Bancorp reported revenue of $7 billion, a 2% increase from the same period last year. The net income for the quarter was $1.815 billion, marking a 13.2% growth compared to the previous year. Diluted earnings per share also rose to $1.11 from $0.97 in the second quarter of 2024. The company achieved a return on tangible common equity of 18.0%, a return on average assets of 1.08%, and maintained an efficiency ratio of 59.2%.

On July 1, U.S. Bancorp announced its intention to raise its quarterly dividend by 4%, bringing it from $0.50 to $0.52 per share. This decision follows the company’s successful performance in the Federal Reserve’s stress test. Additionally, the company plans to proceed with share repurchases as part of its $5 billion buyback program.

Currently, U.S. Bancorp offers a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share with a dividend yield of 4.32% as of July 27. The company has a track record of raising its payouts for 14 consecutive years.

While U.S. Bancorp presents itself as a solid investment opportunity, there are also promising AI stocks with greater upside potential and lower downside risk. For investors interested in undervalued AI stocks that could benefit from current economic trends, consider exploring our free report on the best short-term AI stock.

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In conclusion, U.S. Bancorp continues to demonstrate strong financial performance and commitment to providing value to its shareholders. As investors navigate the market landscape, it is essential to consider a diversified portfolio that includes both stable dividend stocks like U.S. Bancorp and growth opportunities in emerging sectors.

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