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As global markets navigate a landscape marked by rising inflation and near-record highs in major U.S. stock indexes, investors are increasingly seeking stability through dividend stocks. In this environment, companies that consistently offer reliable dividends can provide a steady income stream, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance growth with income potential.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858) | 3.93% | ★★★★★★ |
| Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (SEHK:3618) | 8.37% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.84% | ★★★★★★ |
| Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878) | 4.01% | ★★★★★★ |
| Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095) | 3.91% | ★★★★★★ |
| Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.55% | ★★★★★★ |
| GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.40% | ★★★★★★ |
| China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 4.07% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.20% | ★★★★★★ |
| Archer-Daniels-Midland (NYSE:ADM) | 4.44% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1985 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Jerónimo Martins SGPS
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Jerónimo Martins SGPS operates in the food distribution and specialized retail sectors across Portugal, Poland, and Colombia, with a market cap of €12.53 billion.
Operations: Jerónimo Martins SGPS generates revenue primarily from its retail operations in Poland (€23.15 billion) and Colombia (€2.81 billion).
Dividend Yield: 3.3%
Jerónimo Martins SGPS offers dividend payments covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 64.5% and cash flows at 87.6%, suggesting sustainability despite an unstable track record over the past decade. Although dividends have grown, they remain volatile, with a yield of 3.28%, lower than top-tier Portuguese payers at 6.39%. The stock trades significantly below its estimated fair value, indicating potential for capital appreciation alongside dividend income.
Yagami
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Yagami Inc. is a specialized trading company focused on the educational market in Japan with a market cap of ¥15.87 billion.
Operations: Yagami Inc.'s revenue segments include Educational Materials at ¥3.45 billion, School Supplies at ¥2.78 billion, and Technology Solutions at ¥1.92 billion.
Dividend Yield: 5.4%
Yagami's dividend yield of 5.42% ranks in the top 25% of Japanese payers but isn't well covered by earnings, with a high payout ratio of 97.6%. However, a cash payout ratio of 66.2% suggests coverage by cash flows. Over the past decade, dividends have been stable and growing without volatility. Trading at over half its estimated fair value may offer potential for capital gains, though sustainability concerns persist due to earnings coverage issues.