Even after the S&P 500 index's 17% drop to start this year, its dividend yield remains largely uninspiring at about 1.5%. Yet, with so many stocks off their highs, now could be an excellent time to search out some potential bargains. After all, the stock market is a market of stocks, which means there are plenty of options for investors to make their investments work harder for them.
Let’s take a look at two solid options with dividend yields currently around 3%: healthcare giant Merck (NYSE: MRK) and engine maker Cummins (NYSE: CMI) .
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