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Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating global markets, with U.S. stocks experiencing volatility due to AI competition fears and mixed earnings reports, investors are increasingly seeking stability through dividend stocks. In times like these, reliable dividend stocks can offer a measure of predictability and income, making them an attractive option for those looking to navigate uncertain economic landscapes.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Totech (TSE:9960) | 3.81% | ★★★★★★ |
| Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371) | 4.32% | ★★★★★★ |
| Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858) | 4.05% | ★★★★★★ |
| Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 7.47% | ★★★★★★ |
| Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878) | 3.96% | ★★★★★★ |
| China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 4.01% | ★★★★★★ |
| Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368) | 3.41% | ★★★★★★ |
| HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741) | 4.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671) | 6.68% | ★★★★★★ |
| Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444) | 3.96% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1984 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Bank Hapoalim B.M
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Bank Hapoalim B.M., with a market cap of ₪60.81 billion, offers a range of banking and financial products and services both in Israel and internationally through its subsidiaries.
Operations: Bank Hapoalim B.M.'s revenue segments include Israel - Households - Other at ₪6.48 billion, Overseas - Business Activity at ₪992 million, Israel - Institutional Entities at ₪375 million, Households - Housing Loans in Israel at ₪1.65 billion, and Israel - Households - Credit Cards at ₪338 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.7%
Bank Hapoalim B.M. offers a dividend yield of 3.69%, which is below the top tier in the IL market, but its dividends are well covered by earnings with a current payout ratio of 29.2%. Despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade, recent earnings growth and an increase in net income to ILS 1.91 billion for Q3 2024 suggest potential stability. The appointment of Noam Hanegbi as chair may influence future strategic directions impacting dividends.
Nihon Kagaku Sangyo
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Nihon Kagaku Sangyo Co., Ltd. is engaged in the production and sale of industrial chemicals and building materials both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥27.85 billion.
Operations: Nihon Kagaku Sangyo Co., Ltd.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Chemical Business, which generates ¥20.44 billion, and its Building Materials Business, contributing ¥3.71 billion.