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As global markets experience broad-based gains, with U.S. indexes nearing record highs and positive sentiment fueled by strong labor market reports, investors are increasingly seeking stability amid geopolitical uncertainties and fluctuating economic conditions. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance growth potential with steady returns.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO) | 6.78% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.47% | ★★★★★★ |
| Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371) | 4.20% | ★★★★★★ |
| CAC Holdings (TSE:4725) | 4.61% | ★★★★★★ |
| China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 4.58% | ★★★★★★ |
| Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI) | 4.30% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.41% | ★★★★★★ |
| James Latham (AIM:LTHM) | 6.06% | ★★★★★★ |
| Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 4.30% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.88% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1958 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.
China Resources Gas Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: China Resources Gas Group Limited is an investment holding company involved in the sale of natural and liquefied gas and the connection of gas pipelines, with a market cap of approximately HK$67.57 billion.
Operations: China Resources Gas Group Limited generates revenue from several segments, including HK$87.31 billion from the sale and distribution of gas fuel and related products (excluding gas stations), HK$9.65 billion from gas connection services, HK$4.34 billion from comprehensive services, HK$3.23 billion from gas stations, and HK$0.44 billion from design and construction services.
Dividend Yield: 4%
China Resources Gas Group's dividend yield of 3.96% is low compared to the top dividend payers in Hong Kong. Despite a reasonable payout ratio of 55.5% and cash payout ratio of 61.6%, dividends have been unstable over the past decade, with volatility noted in annual payments. However, recent announcements show an interim dividend increase to HK$0.25 per share for mid-2024, indicating potential growth in their dividend strategy amidst stable earnings coverage.
King Polytechnic Engineering
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: King Polytechnic Engineering Co., Ltd. is an integrated engineering and construction company operating in Taiwan and internationally, with a market cap of NT$3.89 billion.