The report noted that among utilities, DPL shares displayed both attractive valuation metrics and strong profitability metrics.

FORBES: DPL Added as Top 10 Utility Dividend Stock With 4.38% Yield

Below is a long-term dividend history chart for DPL, which Dividend Channel stressed as being of key importance.

FORBES: DPL Added as Top 10 Utility Dividend Stock With 4.38% Yield

They include Alliant, Allegheny, Energy East, Empire District, OGE Energy, Pepco, DPL, Great Plains, Westar and Pinnacle West.

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The report also cited the strong quarterly dividend history at DPL Inc.

FORBES: DPL Added as Top 10 Utility Dividend Stock With 4.38% Yield