5 Best Safe Dividend Stocks for 2026

In this article, we will take a look at the 5 Best Safe Dividend Stocks for 2026. For deeper discussion and analysis, read 15 Best Safe Dividend Stocks for 2026. 

5. H2O America (NASDAQ:HTO)

Dividend Yield as of March 16: 3.01%

On March 13, Baird initiated coverage of H2O America (NASDAQ:HTO) with an Outperform rating. The firm set a $67 price target on the stock. In a research note, the analyst described H2O as a regulated water and wastewater utility operating across four U.S. states. The firm views the company as a leading national provider in the sector, with geographic diversification continuing to improve. Baird expects growth in the company’s rate base and believes the shares are trading at an attractive discount compared with H2O’s historical valuation multiples.

Earlier, on February 26, the company announced the appointment of Nick O. Rowe to the H2O America board of directors. The appointment became effective on March 1. Rowe has spent 39 years in the drinking water industry. Before retiring in 2022, he served as senior vice president at American Water Works Company and as president of its subsidiary, Kentucky American Water Company.

During his time at American Water, he held several executive leadership roles focused on operations and long-term value creation. He also gained extensive experience in water utility operations, including customer service, regulatory compliance, and relationships with local stakeholders.

H2O America (NASDAQ:HTO), formerly known as SJW Group, operates as a national investor-owned network of local water and wastewater utilities. The company focuses on delivering clean, high-quality water to the communities it serves.