Photo credit: finance.yahoo.com
In a landscape marked by economic volatility, investors are gravitating towards dividend stocks to secure steady income and mitigate risk. Recent economic indicators, like the decline in PMI figures, reflect uncertainty, yet U.S. stocks have closed out the year on a relatively strong note. This dichotomy prompts market participants to identify dividend options that provide both yield and stability, making dividend stocks a compelling choice during unpredictable times.
Name
Dividend Yield
Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)
6.49%
★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)
5.10%
★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)
4.09%
★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)
4.84%
★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)
4.61%
★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)
4.04%
★★★★★★
Gakkyusha Ltd (TSE:9769)
4.38%
★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)
3.89%
★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)
4.89%
★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)
5.06%
★★★★★★
Click here to see the full list of 1971 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
The following represents a selection of notable stocks from our screening results.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Bolsa Mexicana de Valores, S.A.B. de C.V. serves as Mexico’s primary stock exchange with a market capitalization of MX$18.56 billion.
Operations: The firm earns revenue through its operations as the leading stock exchange in Mexico.
Dividend Yield: 6.4%
Bolsa Mexicana de Valores has consistently recorded earnings growth, reporting a net income of MXN 1.17 billion for the first nine months of 2024. Its dividend yield stands at 6.4%, positioning it slightly below top competitors in Mexico but demonstrating reliability and stability over the previous decade. Both earnings (payout ratio: 80.4%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 66.3%) adequately support the dividends, which indicates a sustainable dividend policy.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Shang Properties, Inc. is involved in property investment and development primarily within the Philippines, boasting a market capitalization of approximately ₱18.95 billion.
Operations: Shang Properties generates revenue through its core activities in property management and development in the Philippines.
Dividend Yield: 7.3%
Shang Properties reported impressive earnings growth, reaching a net income of PHP 4.24 billion in the first nine months of 2024. Despite a substantial dividend yield of 7.28%, ranking in the top 25% in the country, the coverage of dividends by free cash flow is concerning, as indicated by an extraordinarily high cash payout ratio of 1990.2%. While earnings do cover dividends with a low payout ratio of 22.9%, the volatility in dividend payments over the past decade raises questions about their reliability.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Shinkong Insurance Co., Ltd. provides property insurance to individuals and businesses in Taiwan, with a market cap of NT$33.33 billion.
Operations: The company’s revenue is entirely derived from its property insurance segment, amounting to NT$20.59 billion.
Dividend Yield: 4.7%
Shinkong Insurance has a dividend yield of 4.73%, ranking it in the top 25% within Taiwan. Despite the relatively high yield, the historical dividends have shown a degree of volatility, which may concern investors. However, the recent payout ratios indicate a stable foundation, with a payout ratio of 48.5% and a cash payout ratio of 59.2%. Earnings reported mixed outcomes, with a decline in Q3 net income to TWD 814.76 million, while overall nine-month performance improved from TWD 2,166.71 million to TWD 2,502.25 million year-over-year.
Explore the full range of investment possibilities within our extensive Top Dividend Stocks collection.
Shareholders in these companies are encouraged to stay informed about market developments by adding their portfolio to Simply Wall St for real-time alerts on significant changes.
This article is intended purely for informational purposes. The analysis is based on historical data and analyst forecasts, employing an objective methodology. It is not formal financial advice, nor does it advocate for purchasing or selling any stocks. Investors should consider their individual objectives and financial situations. The analysis may not reflect recent developments or qualitative factors. Simply Wall St does not have positions in any of the mentioned companies.
Companies analyzed include BMV:BOLSA A, PSE:SHNG, and TWSE:2850.
If you have feedback or concerns regarding this article, feel free to reach out to us directly. Alternatively, you may send an email to editorial-team@simplywallst.com.
Source
finance.yahoo.com