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3 Dividend Stocks Defying the Market Downturn Amid the Iran ConflictAuthor: Nathan Reiff. First Published: 4/3/2026. 
Key Points
- While the S&P has dropped modestly since the start of the Iran war, some individual standouts have risen over the last month or so.
- Crescent Energy and Viper Energy are two lesser-known stocks in the energy sector with potential to stand out thanks to their domestic operations.
- Unum Group is unrelated to the conflict as a disability and life insurer, but it still draws interest for its dividend strength and growth potential.
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The S&P 500 has fallen by nearly 5% over the past month — roughly the time since the start of the U.S.-Iran conflict — yet some stocks have moved higher during that span. Certain industries — airlines, for example — have been hit particularly hard amid fears of service disruptions and rising energy costs. Still, a number of companies, including some that pay dividends, may have room to run despite the challenging market backdrop. Investors seeking momentum plays that also provide passive income might consider names such as Crescent Energy Co. (NYSE: CRGY), Viper Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ: VNOM), and Unum Group (NYSE: UNM). Crescent Energy's Domestic Position Wins Analyst Support
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Higher oil prices can help some energy companies — the benchmark Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA: XLE), which tracks a wide swath of the sector, is up more than 3% in the past month — but higher crude prices don't guarantee success for every energy firm. Crescent Energy, a Permian Basin-focused exploration company, has emerged as a recent favorite among Wall Street analysts. Since the start of the conflict in Iran, the company has received a ratings upgrade from JPMorgan Chase, boosted price targets from Wells Fargo and Piper Sandler, and additional reiterated Buy or equivalent ratings from other firms. The renewed interest likely reflects Crescent's strong domestic shale footprint, which could be strategically important if Middle East oil shipments decline. The company's fiscal position and favorable geopolitical exposure may help it stand out during a turbulent period. Any gains from higher oil prices would add to Crescent's recent operational progress — in the latest quarter, production rose to 268,000 BOE/d and the company generated about $239 million in levered free cash flow. With annual cash flow from its new royalties operation expected to be at least $160 million, Crescent sits at a potential inflection point to grow its domestic presence. Its dividend yield of about 2.5% is an added benefit that should be easier to sustain as cash flow expands. Viper's Royalty Focus Sets it Apart in the Energy SectorViper Energy Partners is a royalties company — it does not operate producing assets but holds royalty and mineral interests, primarily in the Permian Basin. That focus gives it exposure to domestic production without the same operational footprint as producers. Like Crescent, Viper has seen several positive analyst moves in recent weeks, including higher price targets. That activity has lifted the company's consensus price target to $52.60, roughly 15% above current trading levels. Because Viper's royalty model is not tied to direct operations, it can limit upside compared with operators but also helps shield the company from operational risk — a potentially attractive feature when production costs and commodity prices are volatile. Viper's activity over the past year has positioned it for 2026: in 2025, the company acquired roughly $8 billion in mineral interests while also strengthening its balance sheet. The result is a dividend yield that has risen to 3.3%, alongside a major new share repurchase program. Big Growth Possible for an Insurer Separate From the Iran WarStanding out as the only non-energy company on this list is Unum Group, a life and disability insurer. Unum has drawn attention amid a sell-off in financial stocks following the Iran conflict because its business is largely disconnected from the geopolitical events driving energy markets. Management expects that earnings per share (EPS) will grow 8%–12% and that core operations will expand 4%–7% year-over-year in 2026. Coupled with steady profitability and shareholder returns — including a dividend yield of 2.49% and nearly two decades of consistent dividend increases — this helps explain why analysts favor the stock. Analysts also see upside potential near 30%, making Unum attractive for investors seeking growth that isn't directly tied to the current geopolitical developments. |
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