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As the FTSE 100 shows signs of extending its gains amidst a looming Bank of England policy decision, investors are closely monitoring the dynamic landscape of London's financial markets. In this context, understanding the characteristics that define leading dividend stocks becomes crucial, particularly as market conditions evolve and central bank policies potentially impact investor strategies.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United Kingdom
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Record (LSE:REC) | 8.12% | ★★★★★★ |
| Impax Asset Management Group (AIM:IPX) | 6.97% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Keller Group (LSE:KLR) | 3.55% | ★★★★★☆ |
| DCC (LSE:DCC) | 3.48% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Plus500 (LSE:PLUS) | 5.89% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Big Yellow Group (LSE:BYG) | 3.89% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Rio Tinto Group (LSE:RIO) | 6.33% | ★★★★★☆ |
| NWF Group (AIM:NWF) | 4.25% | ★★★★★☆ |
| James Latham (AIM:LTHM) | 3.01% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Hargreaves Services (AIM:HSP) | 6.72% | ★★★★★☆ |
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City of London Investment Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: City of London Investment Group PLC, a publicly owned investment manager, operates with a market capitalization of approximately £181.38 million.
Operations: City of London Investment Group PLC generates its revenue primarily from asset management, contributing approximately $73.72 million.
Dividend Yield: 8.6%
City of London Investment Group offers a high dividend yield at 8.64%, placing it in the top 25% of UK dividend payers. However, its dividends have shown volatility and unreliability over the past decade, with significant annual drops exceeding 20%. Currently trading at 21.3% below estimated fair value, CLIG appears financially attractive relative to its peers. Yet, challenges remain as both earnings and cash flows do not adequately cover the high payout ratio of 112.5%, signaling potential sustainability issues despite recent earnings growth projections of 17.4% per year.
Games Workshop Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Games Workshop Group PLC operates globally, specializing in the design, manufacture, distribution, and sale of miniature figures and games, with a market capitalization of approximately £3.39 billion.
Operations: Games Workshop Group PLC generates revenue primarily through its core business of £468.70 million and licensing activities totaling £23.20 million.