Dividend Capture Strategy: 5 High Yield Stocks to Buy in April

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5. The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE:BKE)

Ex-Dividend Date: April 15

Dividend Yield as of March 30: 2.83%

On March 16, UBS analyst Mauricio Serna trimmed his price recommendation on The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE:BKE) to $53 from $55. It reiterated a Neutral rating on the shares. In his view, the Q4 report could act as a mild positive, but it does not really change the bigger picture around the stock.

Earlier in March, the company shared its monthly update. Comparable store sales, for locations open at least a year, rose 8.0% for the four-week period ended February 28, 2026. Total net sales for the same period came in at $84.4 million, up 8.8% from $77.6 million a year ago. The growth was there, and it was fairly steady.

The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE:BKE) runs a chain of about 441 stores across 42 states. It focuses on casual apparel, footwear, and accessories. Its shelves are built around everyday wear. Denim sits at the center, supported by tops, outerwear, sportswear, and a mix of accessories and footwear.