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As global markets navigate a landscape marked by rising inflation and near-record highs in U.S. stock indexes, investors are increasingly seeking stability amidst economic uncertainty. With growth stocks outperforming value shares and interest rates expected to remain elevated, dividend stocks offer an appealing option for those looking to enhance their portfolios with consistent income streams.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 7.49% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.90% | ★★★★★★ |
| Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095) | 3.84% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.23% | ★★★★★★ |
| Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.60% | ★★★★★★ |
| GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.41% | ★★★★★★ |
| CAC Holdings (TSE:4725) | 4.12% | ★★★★★★ |
| DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483) | 3.84% | ★★★★★★ |
| Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368) | 3.35% | ★★★★★★ |
| HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741) | 4.28% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1976 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.
BPER Banca
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: BPER Banca SpA offers a range of banking products and services to individuals, businesses, and professionals both in Italy and internationally, with a market cap of €9.08 billion.
Operations: BPER Banca SpA generates revenue through its diverse range of banking products and services tailored for individuals, businesses, and professionals across Italy and international markets.
Dividend Yield: 9.4%
BPER Banca's dividend yield is among the top 25% in Italy, at 9.38%, but its track record shows volatility over nine years. Despite this, dividends are currently covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 60.5% and are forecast to remain sustainable at 71.9% in three years. The stock trades below estimated fair value, offering good relative value compared to peers, though earnings are expected to decline slightly over the next few years.
Samse
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Samse SA is a French company that distributes building materials and tools, with a market cap of €483.27 million.
Operations: Samse SA generates its revenue through two main segments: Trading, which accounts for €1.69 billion, and Do-It-Yourself, contributing €429.36 million.
Dividend Yield: 7.1%
SAMS offers a competitive dividend yield of 7.09%, placing it in the top 25% of French dividend stocks. The dividends are well-covered by both earnings (payout ratio: 79.7%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 28%). However, its profit margins have decreased from last year, and its dividend history has shown volatility over the past decade, raising concerns about sustainability despite recent growth in payments. The stock trades at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio compared to the French market.