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As global markets navigate the complexities of tariff uncertainties and shifting economic indicators, investors are keenly observing how these factors influence major indices and sectors. With U.S. stocks experiencing slight declines amid trade tensions and mixed economic data, dividend stocks continue to attract attention for their potential to provide steady income streams in uncertain times. In this environment, a good dividend stock often combines a history of reliable payouts with a strong financial foundation that can weather market volatility.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO) | 5.83% | ★★★★★★ |
| Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 7.54% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.88% | ★★★★★★ |
| Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371) | 4.33% | ★★★★★★ |
| Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.55% | ★★★★★★ |
| CAC Holdings (TSE:4725) | 4.12% | ★★★★★★ |
| China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 3.90% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.20% | ★★★★★★ |
| DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483) | 3.84% | ★★★★★★ |
| Archer-Daniels-Midland (NYSE:ADM) | 4.46% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1966 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.
Colruyt Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Colruyt Group N.V. operates in retail, wholesale, food service, and other activities across Belgium, France, and internationally with a market cap of €4.51 billion.
Operations: Colruyt Group N.V. generates revenue through its operations in retail, wholesale, and food service sectors across Belgium, France, and international markets.
Dividend Yield: 3.7%
Colruyt Group's dividend yield of 3.74% is below the top 25% of Belgian dividend payers. Despite a payout ratio indicating dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows, the company's dividend history has been unreliable and volatile over the past decade. Recent results show a decline in net income to €193.9 million for H1 2024 from €897 million the previous year, affecting profit margins which fell to 3.3%.
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Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Colruyt Group stock in this dividend report.
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Our valuation report here indicates Colruyt Group may be undervalued.
Wendel
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Wendel is a private equity firm that focuses on equity financing in middle markets and later stages through leveraged buy-outs, transactions, and acquisitions, with a market cap of €4.09 billion.
Operations: Wendel's revenue segments include Bureau Veritas with €5.99 billion, Stahl at €935.20 million, CPI contributing €136 million, and ACAMS providing €93.60 million.