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In the current global market landscape, investors are navigating a complex environment marked by cautious Federal Reserve commentary and looming political uncertainties, which have contributed to recent declines in major U.S. stock indices. Despite these challenges, economic data such as robust GDP growth and rising retail sales suggest underlying resilience in the economy. In this context, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential stability amidst market volatility. This article explores Bioteque and two other prominent dividend stocks that may appeal to investors seeking consistent returns in uncertain times.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO) | 6.38% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.93% | ★★★★★★ |
| Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858) | 3.28% | ★★★★★★ |
| Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 7.56% | ★★★★★★ |
| Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.52% | ★★★★★★ |
| GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.36% | ★★★★★★ |
| China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 3.76% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 6.02% | ★★★★★★ |
| Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 4.72% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 5.22% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1937 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.
Bioteque
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Bioteque Corporation manufactures and sells medical devices across Asia, South America, North America, and internationally with a market cap of NT$8.45 billion.
Operations: Bioteque Corporation's revenue is primarily derived from its Third Division (NT$1.02 billion), First Business Unit (NT$654.58 million), and Second Business Unit (NT$409.94 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.6%
Bioteque offers a reliable dividend, growing steadily over the past decade with stable payouts, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 62.5% and cash payout ratio of 50.4%. Its dividend yield is modest at 3.63%, below the top tier in Taiwan's market but backed by solid earnings growth of 8.3% last year. Recent earnings showed increased sales to TWD 1.57 billion for nine months, supporting its sustainable dividend strategy amidst expansion plans costing TWD 180 million.
Kawada Technologies
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Kawada Technologies, Inc. operates in the steel, civil engineering, architecture, and IT service sectors in Japan with a market cap of ¥46.37 billion.