Three Prominent Dividend Stocks To Consider

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In a week marked by cautious Federal Reserve commentary and political uncertainties, global markets experienced notable declines, with U.S. stocks facing broad-based losses despite a late-week rally. As investors navigate these turbulent times, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an appealing option for those looking to balance risk amidst fluctuating market conditions.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name

Dividend Yield

Dividend Rating

Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)

4.98%

★★★★★★

Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)

4.56%

★★★★★★

Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)

7.56%

★★★★★★

China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)

3.76%

★★★★★★

FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)

6.62%

★★★★★★

HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)

4.26%

★★★★★★

E J Holdings (TSE:2153)

3.82%

★★★★★★

Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)

6.05%

★★★★★★

Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)

4.74%

★★★★★★

Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)

5.22%

★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1958 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Emperor Watch & Jewellery

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Emperor Watch & Jewellery Limited is an investment holding company involved in the sale of watches and jewelry products, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$1.11 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segment consists of HK$5.09 billion from the sale of watches and jewelry products.

Dividend Yield: 7.2%

Emperor Watch & Jewellery's dividend yield of 7.25% is below the top quartile in Hong Kong, but it maintains a sustainable payout with earnings and cash flow coverage at 27.5% and 32.2%, respectively. Despite past volatility, dividends have grown over the last decade. However, reliability remains an issue due to historical fluctuations exceeding 20%. Trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value suggests potential for capital appreciation alongside dividend income.

SEHK:887 Dividend History as at Dec 2024
SEHK:887 Dividend History as at Dec 2024

Wah Hong Industrial

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Wah Hong Industrial Corp. is involved in the development, production, and sale of composite materials and advanced plastic compounds both in Taiwan and internationally, with a market capitalization of NT$4.44 billion.

Operations: Wah Hong Industrial Corp.'s revenue segments are distributed as follows: Taiwan accounts for NT$3.78 billion, East China contributes NT$4.06 billion, and South China adds NT$1.40 billion.