Tom Russo's top dividend stocks (August 2025) include Swiss Helvetia Fund Inc (SWZ), a closed-end investment fund focused on Swiss equities.

Tom Russo is the Managing Member of Gardner Russo & Quinn LLC, an investment advisory firm based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. His investment philosophy centers on long-term holdings in established global brands with durable competitive advantages, often referred to as ¡°capacity to suffer¡± companies. He aims to identify businesses that can reinvest their earnings effectively while maintaining strong market positions.

Swiss Helvetia Fund Inc (SWZ)

The Swiss Helvetia Fund is a closed-end investment company that primarily invests in Swiss equity securities. It provides a way for U.S. investors to gain exposure to the Swiss market, encompassing various industries. Tom Russo's current position in Swiss Helvetia Fund Inc is valued at $1.81 million. Investors can expect a significant dividend yield of 54.73%. The company's trailing twelve-month dividend rate stands at $3.42 per share, and based on discounted cash flow analysis, the intrinsic value is estimated at $0.33.

Here's an overview of Tom Russo's trades in Swiss Helvetia Fund Inc:

PT Hanjaya Mandala Sampoerna Tbk (PHJMF)

PT Hanjaya Mandala Sampoerna Tbk is a leading Indonesian tobacco company. It manufactures and distributes a wide range of cigarette products, including machine-made and hand-rolled kretek cigarettes, across Indonesia and select international markets. The current value of Tom Russo's holding in PT Hanjaya Mandala Sampoerna Tbk is $250,000. Shareholders of PHJMF currently receive a dividend yield of 9.45%, and the discounted cash flow value for PHJMF is calculated at $0.04.

Here's an overview of Tom Russo's trades in PT Hanjaya Mandala Sampoerna Tbk:

Altria Group Inc. (MO)

Altria Group Inc. is an American corporation primarily involved in the tobacco industry. Its extensive portfolio includes well-known cigarette brands, smokeless tobacco products, and wine, with a strong presence in the U.S. consumer market. Altria Group Inc. represents a substantial holding for Russo, with its current portfolio value at $15.28 million. The tobacco giant offers a robust dividend yield of 6.82%. Its trailing twelve-month dividend rate is $4.08 per share. Analysts have set a price target of $53.00 for the stock, while a discounted cash flow model suggests a value of $69.20.

Here's an overview of Tom Russo's trades in Altria Group Inc.:

BP plc - ADR (BP)

BP plc is a global energy company with operations spanning exploration, production, refining, and marketing of oil and gas. It is also expanding into renewable energy, offering fuel for transportation, energy for heat and light, and retail services worldwide. Tom Russo's stake in BP plc - ADR has a current value of $202,550. The energy major currently yields 6.14% in dividends. BP has paid a trailing twelve-month dividend rate of $1.90 per share. An analyst price target for BP is $29.00, and the discounted cash flow analysis indicates a value of $43.39.

Here's an overview of Tom Russo's trades in BP plc - ADR:

Lamar Advertising Co - Ordinary Shares - Class A (LAMR)

Lamar Advertising Co is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in North America. It owns and operates billboards, logo signs, and transit advertising displays, providing visibility for businesses across a broad geographical footprint. Lamar Advertising Co's position in Tom Russo's portfolio is currently valued at $730,320. The company delivers a dividend yield of 4.90%. Over the last twelve months, Lamar has distributed dividends totaling $6.15 per share, and its discounted cash flow value is assessed at $130.27.

Here's an overview of Tom Russo's trades in Lamar Advertising Co - Ordinary Shares - Class A: