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The UK market is currently grappling with global economic pressures, as evidenced by the FTSE 100's recent downturn following weak trade data from China. In such uncertain times, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income, making them an attractive option for investors seeking consistent returns amidst fluctuating market conditions.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United Kingdom
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| WPP (LSE:WPP) | 7.09% | ★★★★★★ |
| Man Group (LSE:EMG) | 7.85% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Treatt (LSE:TET) | 3.39% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Keller Group (LSE:KLR) | 3.63% | ★★★★★☆ |
| 4imprint Group (LSE:FOUR) | 5.52% | ★★★★★☆ |
| DCC (LSE:DCC) | 4.17% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Big Yellow Group (LSE:BYG) | 4.67% | ★★★★★☆ |
| OSB Group (LSE:OSB) | 7.27% | ★★★★★☆ |
| NWF Group (AIM:NWF) | 4.64% | ★★★★★☆ |
| James Latham (AIM:LTHM) | 7.45% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 61 stocks from our Top UK Dividend Stocks screener.
Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.
Vertu Motors
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Vertu Motors plc is an automotive retailer operating in the United Kingdom with a market cap of £196.56 million.
Operations: Vertu Motors plc generates its revenue primarily from its operations as a retailer in the gasoline and auto dealership sector, amounting to £4.79 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.9%
Vertu Motors offers a mixed dividend profile. Its dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 41.8% and 17.2%, respectively. However, the dividend history has been volatile over the past decade despite recent growth in payments. The company has initiated a share buyback program worth £12 million to reduce share capital, which may impact future dividends positively by lowering outstanding shares but doesn't address the historical volatility concern directly.
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Take a closer look at Vertu Motors' potential here in our dividend report.
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Our valuation report unveils the possibility Vertu Motors' shares may be trading at a premium.
Clarkson
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Clarkson PLC offers integrated shipping services across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and globally with a market cap of £1.02 billion.
Operations: Clarkson PLC's revenue is primarily derived from its Broking segment at £529.30 million, followed by Support at £65 million, Financial at £42.60 million, and Research at £24.50 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.3%
Clarkson PLC's dividend payments are well-supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 39.4% and 31.2%, respectively. Although dividends have increased over the past decade, their history is marked by volatility, including annual declines exceeding 20%. The recent recommendation for a final dividend increase to £0.77 per share underscores the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders despite its lower yield compared to top UK dividend payers.