3 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy Now, 10/18/2025, According to Analysts

Leveraging TipRanks' Best Dividend Stocks Screener, we have identified three stocks with Strong Buy ratings from analysts. Further, they boast an Outperform Smart Score (i.e. 8, 9, or 10) on TipRanks. The Smart Score evaluates eight factors to gauge a stock's potential to outperform the broader market. Additionally, these stocks have a dividend yield of over 6%. Here are this week's stocks: Energy Transfer (ET) – This midstream energy company operates pipelines and related infrastructure for natural gas, crude oil, and refined products across the U.S. The stock carries a dividend yield of 7.72% and a Smart Score of Eight. Interestingly, all 10 Wall Street analysts covering ET stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 39.21%. ET stock is down 11.4% so far this year. Viper Energy (VNOM) – Viper Energy is an oil and gas company that owns and manages mineral and royalty interests, mainly in the Permian Basin. The stock carries a dividend yield of 6.52% and a Smart Score of Eight. In the last three months, all 14 Wall Street analysts covering VNOM stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 40.94%. VNOM stock has declined 22.7% year-to-date. Amcor (AMCR) – Amcor is a global maker of packaging for food, drinks, and healthcare products. The stock carries a dividend yield of 6.27% and a Smart Score of Nine. Interestingly, seven out of the 10 Wall Street analysts covering AMCR stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 22.45%. AMCR stock is down 9.65% so far this year. What Is TipRanks' Smart Dividend Newsletter? TipRanks Smart Dividends Newsletter delivers a weekly high-quality dividend stock recommendation, backed by detailed analysis and up-to-date market insights. A well-chosen dividend stock can enhance your income investment portfolio and potentially yield long-term returns. For a complete list of dividend stocks and their payout dates, check out the TipRanks Dividend Calendar. Use TipRanks' Dividend Calculator to maximize your dividend income Use our Dividend Calculator to maximize your dividend income