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As global markets grapple with geopolitical tensions and concerns over consumer spending, investors are increasingly seeking stability in dividend stocks. In this environment, a good dividend stock is characterized by its ability to offer reliable income through consistent payouts, making it an attractive option for those looking to navigate market volatility while benefiting from yields ranging between 4% and 6.1%.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

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Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

Sparebanken Møre

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

Overview: Sparebanken Møre, along with its subsidiaries, offers banking services to retail and corporate clients in Norway and has a market cap of NOK5.03 billion.

Operations: Sparebanken Møre generates revenue through its segments, with NOK1.08 billion from Retail, NOK867 million from Corporate, and NOK48 million from Real Estate Brokerage.

Dividend Yield: 6.2%

Sparebanken Møre's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, with a current payout ratio of 62.8%, indicating coverage by earnings. While its dividend yield of 6.16% is below the top quartile in Norway, dividends are projected to remain covered with a forecasted payout ratio of 76.2% in three years. Recent financial activities include NOK 1.05 billion and NOK 300 million fixed-income offerings, reflecting strategic capital management amidst fluctuating earnings results.

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Aeolus Tyre

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

Overview: Aeolus Tyre Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells tires for trucks, buses, and construction machinery vehicles both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥4.31 billion.

Operations: Aeolus Tyre Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its Rubber and Plastic Products segment, totaling CN¥6.37 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Aeolus Tyre's dividend yield of 4.06% places it among the top 25% of dividend payers in China, but its sustainability is questionable due to a lack of free cash flows and volatile payments over the past decade. Despite a reasonable payout ratio of 61.7%, dividends are not covered by cash flows, although earnings have grown by 13.3% recently. The price-to-earnings ratio is favorable at 12.6x compared to the market average of 38.1x, suggesting potential value for investors seeking income growth opportunities amidst volatility concerns.