In this article, we will take a look at the 10 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy According to D. E. Shaw.
D. E. Shaw was founded by David E. Shaw in 1988. It was one of the first firms to build its investment approach around complex trading algorithms. As the business grew, it expanded beyond quantitative strategies and moved into human-led investing, private markets, and long-term investments.
Shaw stepped away from the firm’s day-to-day management in the early 2000s. Since then, an executive committee has been responsible for overseeing the company.
Bloomberg reported on June 3 that D.E. Shaw & Co. is lengthening the time investors will need to fully exit two of its largest hedge funds. The decision follows a broader industry trend, with firms such as Millennium Management and Citadel also taking steps to keep client capital invested for longer periods. The firm is also closing Valence and Multi-Asset Fund, two smaller multistrategy hedge funds that manage less than $10 billion in outside capital. A person familiar with the matter said D.E. Shaw is launching a new fund that will accept direct investments only from employees. The fund is being introduced as a benefit aimed at attracting and retaining talent.
D.E. Shaw currently uses fund-level liquidity limits. That means there is a cap on the total amount investors can withdraw from a fund during a set period. The firm told clients the changes are part of a wider shift across the hedge fund industry toward tighter liquidity terms that help protect portfolios and funds.
In its Q1 2026 13F filing, D. E. Shaw & Co. reported a portfolio worth $166.3 billion. That marked a decline of about 8.8% from the previous quarter. During the quarter, the firm adjusted a number of its large technology and broad-market holdings. Even with those changes, its portfolio remained heavily concentrated in AI-related semiconductor and technology companies.
Given this, we will take a look at some of the best dividend stocks according to D. E. Shaw.
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Our Methodology
For this list, we scanned D E Shaw’s portfolio as of Q1 2026 as of Q1 2026 and identified prominent companies that offer dividends to shareholders. From there, we picked companies that have recently reported noteworthy developments likely to impact investor sentiment. These companies are also popular among elite funds and analysts.
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10. Bath & Body Works, Inc. (NYSE:BBWI)
D E Shaw’s Stake Value: $177,450,751
On June 1, Goldman Sachs lowered its price recommendation on Bath & Body Works, Inc. (NYSE:BBWI) to $23 from $26. It reiterated a Neutral rating on the stock. In a research note, the analyst said body care sales declined in the mid-teens range, largely due to assortment and space limitations tied to collaborations, along with a reduction in underperforming Everyday Luxuries products. Management noted that the category remains healthy and expects innovation, changes in marketing strategy, and stronger core offerings to help drive a return to growth by 2027.
On May 28, Telsey Advisory analyst Dana Telsey reduced the firm’s price goal on Bath & Body Works to $22 from $25 and maintained a Market Perform rating. The analyst told investors that the firm was encouraged by improved operating expense deleverage and stronger sales trends. Telsey lowered its target to reflect ongoing macroeconomic concerns and the possibility of inflationary pressures.
Bath & Body Works, Inc. (NYSE:BBWI) is a global omnichannel retailer specializing in personal care and home fragrance products. The company offers a wide range of body and home fragrances, including 3-wick candles, home fragrance diffusers, fine fragrance mists, liquid hand soaps, body lotions, and body creams.
9. Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:DVN)
D E Shaw’s Stake Value: $192,954,405
On June 8, JPMorgan reinstated coverage of Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:DVN) with an Overweight rating. It also set a $62 price target on the stock after a period of restriction. The firm believes the stock’s current trading levels present an attractive entry point for investors. In a research note, the analyst said Devon offers a “compelling absolute and relative valuation proposition.” The firm also sees opportunities to capture additional synergies and believes a portfolio high-grading process could help unlock further value.
On June 1, Truist raised the firm’s price goal on Devon Energy to $66 from $63. It maintained a Buy rating on the shares. Analyst Gabe Daoud pointed to a Reuters report indicating that Devon had received an $8 billion offer for its Marcellus asset. Daoud added that expectations for a divestiture had increased following the merger’s completion, citing a strong ABS market and generally supportive conditions for asset sales. The analyst noted that investors had anticipated a transaction could materialize relatively quickly after the merger closed.
Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:DVN) is a US-based oil and gas producer with a diversified multi-basin portfolio, led by its acreage position in the Delaware Basin. The company focuses on the exploration, development, and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids (NGLs).
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