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As global markets navigate the impacts of recent political developments and economic shifts, U.S. stocks have been buoyed by optimism surrounding potential trade agreements and advancements in artificial intelligence, pushing major indices like the S&P 500 to new heights. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive consideration amid fluctuating market conditions.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI) | 4.44% | ★★★★★★ |
| Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371) | 4.22% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.84% | ★★★★★★ |
| Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858) | 3.67% | ★★★★★★ |
| GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.43% | ★★★★★★ |
| 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% | ★★★★★★ |
| Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 4.44% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1949 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.
Stolt-Nielsen
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Stolt-Nielsen Limited, along with its subsidiaries, offers global transportation, storage, and distribution services for bulk liquid chemicals and specialty liquids, with a market cap of NOK16.35 billion.
Operations: Stolt-Nielsen Limited generates revenue from its key segments, including $306.89 million from Terminals, $122.79 million from Stolt Sea Farm, and $640.04 million from Tank Containers.
Dividend Yield: 9.9%
Stolt-Nielsen's dividend yield is among the top 25% in Norway, currently at 9.95%, but its reliability has been inconsistent with volatility over the past decade. Despite a recent increase to $1.25 per share, dividends have not shown stable growth historically. The company's payout ratios are healthy, with earnings and cash flows covering dividends at 36.6% and 42%, respectively, though high debt levels may pose risks to sustainability.
TX Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: TX Group AG operates a network of platforms offering information, orientation, entertainment, and support services in Switzerland with a market cap of CHF1.92 billion.
Operations: TX Group AG's revenue is derived from several segments, including Tamedia (CHF427 million), Goldbach (CHF299.10 million), 20 Minutes (CHF115.60 million), TX Markets (CHF126.40 million), and Groups & Ventures (CHF159.40 million).