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As global markets navigate a landscape marked by rising U.S. inflation and record-high stock indexes, investors are increasingly seeking stable income sources amid economic uncertainties. In this context, dividend stocks stand out as a reliable option for generating steady returns, offering the potential for both income and growth in an evolving market environment.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (SEHK:3618) | 8.24% | ★★★★★★ |
| Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 7.54% | ★★★★★★ |
| Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371) | 4.33% | ★★★★★★ |
| Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878) | 4.05% | ★★★★★★ |
| CAC Holdings (TSE:4725) | 3.95% | ★★★★★★ |
| Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095) | 3.88% | ★★★★★★ |
| GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.40% | ★★★★★★ |
| China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 4.04% | ★★★★★★ |
| HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741) | 4.36% | ★★★★★★ |
| DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483) | 3.88% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1983 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.
Société BIC
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Société BIC SA is a global manufacturer and seller of stationery, lighters, shavers, and other products with a market cap of €2.67 billion.
Operations: Société BIC generates revenue from three main segments: Lighters (€811.20 million), Shavers (€542.60 million), and Stationery (€823.20 million).
Dividend Yield: 4.3%
Société BIC's dividend payments are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 51.7% and a cash payout ratio of 40.9%. However, the dividends have been volatile over the past decade, experiencing drops over 20% annually at times. Despite this instability, dividends have increased over ten years. The stock trades at good value relative to peers and is priced significantly below its estimated fair value. Earnings grew by €12 million last year.
NH Investment & Securities
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: NH Investment & Securities Co., Ltd. operates in wealth management, investment banking, trading, and equity sales both in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩5.17 trillion.
Operations: NH Investment & Securities Co., Ltd. generates revenue from various segments including Sales (₩2.84 billion), Trading (₩1.83 billion), and Investment Banking (IB) (₩1.00 billion).
Dividend Yield: 5.3%
NH Investment & Securities offers a dividend yield of 5.31%, ranking in the top 25% in the KR market. Despite a low payout ratio of 42%, dividends are not covered by free cash flows and have been unreliable over the past decade, with volatility exceeding 20%. The stock trades at good value, priced 38.8% below its estimated fair value, yet high non-cash earnings raise concerns about quality. Recent conferences highlight ongoing investor engagement efforts across Asia.