Univest (UVSP) Could Be a Great Choice

Univest (UVSP), a Northeast-based finance company, is highlighted as an attractive dividend play for income investors. The company offers a 2.24% dividend yield with a 5.7% year-over-year increase in annualized dividends. With a low 27% payout ratio and solid earnings growth projected at 17.25% for 2026, UVSP carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating, making it a compelling investment opportunity despite the typical challenges dividend stocks face during rising interest rate periods.