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As the Canadian economy shows signs of slowing and the Bank of Canada continues its rate-cutting cycle, investors are closely watching how these changes impact financial markets. In this environment, dividend stocks yielding over 3% on the TSX can offer a compelling opportunity for income-focused investors seeking stability amidst market fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Canada

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Leon's Furniture

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Leon's Furniture Limited, with a market cap of CA$1.84 billion, operates as a retailer of home furnishings, mattresses, appliances, and electronics across Canada through its subsidiaries.

Operations: Leon's Furniture Limited generates revenue of CA$2.53 billion from the sale of home furnishings, mattresses, appliances, and electronics in Canada.

Dividend Yield: 3%

Leon's Furniture offers a mixed dividend profile. Despite a recent increase to C$0.20 per share, its dividend yield of 3% is below the top Canadian payers. The payout ratio is sustainable at 32.3%, supported by earnings and cash flows, but the dividend history has been volatile with past drops over 20%. Recent earnings show modest growth, yet the stock trades significantly below estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside despite its removal from the S&P Global BMI Index in September 2024.

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• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Leon's Furniture's shares may be trading at a discount.

Russel Metals

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Russel Metals Inc. is a metal distribution and processing company operating in Canada and the United States, with a market cap of CA$2.23 billion.

Operations: Russel Metals Inc.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Metals Service Centers at CA$2.84 billion, followed by Energy Field Stores at CA$984 million and Steel Distributors at CA$413.80 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.3%

Russel Metals offers a stable dividend profile, with consistent growth over the past decade. Its 4.3% yield is below top Canadian payers but remains reliable, supported by sustainable payout ratios of 47.2% from earnings and 39.5% from cash flows. The stock trades at a significant discount to estimated fair value and has initiated a share buyback program to repurchase up to 9.91% of its shares, indicating confidence in its financial position despite recent debt redemption activities.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Russel Metals' performance by reading our dividend report here.

• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Russel Metals' share price might be too pessimistic.

Sun Life Financial

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Sun Life Financial Inc. is a financial services company offering savings, retirement, and pension products globally, with a market cap of approximately CA$44.75 billion.

Operations: Sun Life Financial Inc. generates revenue through its key segments: Asia (CA$4.20 billion), Canada (CA$17.81 billion), Asset Management (CA$6.39 billion), Corporate (CA$420 million), and the United States (U.S.) (CA$13.72 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4.2%

Sun Life Financial maintains a stable dividend profile, with consistent growth over the past decade. The current yield of 4.18% is lower than top Canadian payers but remains reliable, supported by sustainable payout ratios of 59% from earnings and 48.5% from cash flows. Recent third-quarter earnings showed significant improvement, with net income rising to C$1.37 billion from C$890 million year-over-year, reinforcing its financial strength amidst ongoing leadership transitions and strategic buybacks.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Sun Life Financial with our comprehensive dividend report here.

• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Sun Life Financial is trading beyond its estimated value.

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

Companies discussed in this article include TSX:LNF TSX:RUS and TSX:SLF.

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