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In the midst of a turbulent week for global markets, with major indices like the Nasdaq Composite and S&P MidCap 400 reaching record highs before retreating, investors are navigating a landscape marked by cautious earnings reports and mixed economic signals. Amidst this backdrop, dividend stocks offering yields between 3% and 6.9% present an attractive opportunity for those seeking stable income streams in uncertain times. A good dividend stock typically combines a reliable payout history with strong fundamentals, making it a compelling choice when market volatility is high.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 5.29% | ★★★★★★ |
| Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI) | 4.96% | ★★★★★★ |
| Innotech (TSE:9880) | 4.82% | ★★★★★★ |
| Business Brain Showa-Ota (TSE:9658) | 4.18% | ★★★★★★ |
| Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 5.10% | ★★★★★★ |
| Kwong Lung Enterprise (TPEX:8916) | 6.36% | ★★★★★★ |
| James Latham (AIM:LTHM) | 5.94% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.94% | ★★★★★★ |
| GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.63% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 5.00% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 2022 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.
PTT Exploration and Production
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited, along with its subsidiaries, is involved in the exploration and production of petroleum both in Thailand and internationally, with a market cap of THB520.07 billion.
Operations: PTT Exploration and Production's revenue primarily comes from its operations in Southeast Asia - Thailand ($5.45 billion), other Southeast Asian regions ($2.25 billion), the Middle East ($1.12 billion), Africa ($353 million), and other exploration and production activities ($61 million).
Dividend Yield: 7.0%
PTT Exploration and Production's dividend payments are well-covered by both earnings (payout ratio of 53.9%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio of 39.8%), suggesting sustainability despite a volatile history over the past decade. Its dividend yield is among the top in Thailand, though past payments have been unreliable. Recent earnings show stable performance with net income at US$511.58 million for Q3 2024, but executive changes could impact future financial strategies.
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Dive into the specifics of PTT Exploration and Production here with our thorough dividend report.
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Our valuation report here indicates PTT Exploration and Production may be overvalued.
Yunnan Aluminium
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Yunnan Aluminium Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells aluminum in China with a market cap of CN¥52.64 billion.