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In a week marked by volatility due to AI competition fears and mixed corporate earnings, global markets have shown varied performances across regions. With the Federal Reserve holding rates steady amidst persistent inflation concerns, investors are increasingly turning to dividend stocks for stability and income in uncertain times. A good dividend stock offers a reliable yield and resilience against market fluctuations, making them an attractive option for those looking to navigate the current economic landscape.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO) | 6.06% | ★★★★★★ |
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.91% | ★★★★★★ |
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858) | 4.05% | ★★★★★★ |
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.58% | ★★★★★★ |
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 7.45% | ★★★★★★ |
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 4.01% | ★★★★★★ |
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368) | 3.41% | ★★★★★★ |
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.23% | ★★★★★★ |
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741) | 4.46% | ★★★★★★ |
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095) | 3.94% | ★★★★★★ |
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A.P. Møller - Mærsk
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S, along with its subsidiaries, operates in the ocean transport and logistics sector both in Denmark and globally, with a market capitalization of DKK165.42 billion.
Operations: A.P. Møller - Mærsk's revenue is derived from its Ocean segment at $34.67 billion, Terminals at $4.29 billion, and Logistics & Services at $14.57 billion.
Dividend Yield: 4.8%
A.P. Møller - Mærsk's dividend is well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 33.9% and a cash payout ratio of 33.1%. Despite this, the dividend yield of 4.75% is lower than the top quartile in Denmark, and its track record shows volatility over the past decade. Recent earnings growth—sales at US$15.76 billion for Q3—suggests strong short-term financial health, but profit margins have decreased significantly from last year’s levels.
Yahagi ConstructionLtd
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Yahagi Construction Co., Ltd. is involved in the construction of buildings in Japan and has a market capitalization of ¥66.69 billion.
Operations: Yahagi Construction Co., Ltd. generates its revenue primarily through the construction of buildings in Japan.