November turned out to be quite a roller coaster. With high valuations in the artificial intelligence sector and hopes for an interest rate cut in December, investor sentiment has been affected significantly. For those seeking more stable income during these unpredictable times, it might be worth considering high-dividend stocks to bolster their portfolios.
However, navigating the extensive dividend stock market can be a challenge. That’s where the insights from top analysts on Wall Street come into play. Their recommendations, grounded in extensive research, can guide your investment choices.
Here are three high-dividend stocks that have garnered attention from leading Wall Street analysts, as noted by TipRanks, a platform tracking analyst performance.
MPLX
MPLX, a master limited partnership involved in midstream energy infrastructure, has just announced a third-quarter distribution of $1.0765 per common unit—marking a notable 12.5% year-over-year growth. Currently, it offers an 8.03% yield, translating to an annualized distribution of $4.31 per unit.
RBC Capital’s analyst Elvira Scott has reaffirmed her buy rating for MPLX, adjusting the target price from $58 to $60. Interestingly, TipRanks’ AI analysts also rate MPLX as “outperform,” with a slightly lower target of $59.
Scott describes MPLX as a top choice for income strategies among large-cap MLPs, citing its compelling yield and growth potential. She predicts robust EBITDA growth from 2025 to 2026, thanks to major projects like the Secretariat processing plant and the BANGL pipeline system.
Even though Scott adjusted her EBITDA forecasts downward post-third quarter, she still anticipates solid annual growth. Importantly, she expects dividends to rise by 12.5% in both 2026 and 2027, aligning with the company’s growth goals.
Ranked #333 among over 10,100 analysts by TipRanks, Scott has a success rate of 64% with an average return of 11.4%.
ConocoPhillips
Next up is ConocoPhillips, another energy stock highlighted for its attractive dividends. The company recently announced an 8% hike in its fourth-quarter dividend, bringing it to $0.84 per share, due on December 1st. The current yield stands at 3.65%.
Following a meeting with CEO Ryan Lance, Piper Sandler analyst Ryan Todd reiterated his buy rating for ConocoPhillips, setting a target price of $115. TipRanks’ AI analysts are looking favorably at this stock too, rating it “outperform” with a price target of $96.
Todd believes ConocoPhillips is extremely well-positioned for growth, boasting a substantial drilling inventory and promising projects on the horizon. He points out that the market might still be undervaluing COP’s expansion potential beyond 2030.
Moreover, he noted cost-cutting successes that have reduced operating expenses significantly. This has led to strong free cash flow growth, which is forecasted to continue through 2030, although some risks remain regarding the timing of the Willow project’s contributions.
Todd holds a ranking of #716 among over 10,100 analysts on TipRanks, with an average return of 8.4% and a success rate of 58%.
IBM
Lastly, let’s touch on IBM. The tech giant has returned $1.6 billion to its shareholders via dividends in the third quarter, boasting a quarterly payout of $1.68 per share and an annual yield of 2.22%.
After discussions with management, Evercore analyst Amit Daryanani maintains a buy rating for IBM, with a target price of $315. AI analysts on TipRanks have given the company an “outperform” rating with an even higher target of $349.
Daryanani has pointed out that despite various uncertainties—ranging from tariffs to inflation—management holds a positive outlook on tech spending, expecting it to outstrip GDP growth in the coming years. IBM aims for steady mid-single-digit growth bolstered by its software business and other key sectors.
Furthermore, he highlighted significant transformations within IBM over the past five years, positioning the company for sustainable growth and solid free cash flow.
Ranked #187 among over 10,100 analysts on TipRanks, Daryanani has been profitable 61% of the time, with an average return of 16.5%.
