Cullen/Frost Bankers (CFR) is a Top Dividend Stock Right Now: Should You Buy?

Cullen/Frost Bankers (CFR), a San Antonio-based financial holding company, is highlighted as a compelling dividend investment opportunity. The stock offers a 2.64% dividend yield, above its industry average of 1.56%, with an annualized dividend of $4.12 up 4.3% year-over-year. The company has increased dividends 5 times over the last 5 years with an average annual increase of 7.98%. With a conservative 39% payout ratio and expected earnings growth of 10.17% for 2026, CFR presents a strong dividend play, though it carries a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).