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As global markets navigate mixed signals, with U.S. stocks ending the year on a high note despite some recent volatility and economic indicators like the Chicago PMI showing contraction, investors are seeking stability in their portfolios. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential for capital appreciation, making them attractive options for those looking to balance risk and reward amidst fluctuating market conditions.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 5.13% | ★★★★★★ |
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI) | 4.57% | ★★★★★★ |
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO) | 6.49% | ★★★★★★ |
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.68% | ★★★★★★ |
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 7.51% | ★★★★★★ |
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.39% | ★★★★★★ |
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 5.02% | ★★★★★★ |
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 6.01% | ★★★★★★ |
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483) | 3.79% | ★★★★★★ |
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 5.01% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 2019 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.
Xingfa Aluminium Holdings
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Xingfa Aluminium Holdings Limited is an investment holding company that manufactures and sells construction and industrial aluminium profiles in the People’s Republic of China, with a market cap of HK$2.94 billion.
Operations: Xingfa Aluminium Holdings Limited's revenue is primarily derived from its construction aluminium profiles segment, which generated CN¥14.42 billion, and its industrial aluminium profiles segment, contributing CN¥2.79 billion.
Dividend Yield: 8.8%
Xingfa Aluminium Holdings offers a compelling dividend yield of 8.77%, placing it among the top 25% in the Hong Kong market. Despite its attractive yield, the company's dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade, with significant annual drops. However, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 26.5% and 26.1%, respectively. The stock trades significantly below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation.
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Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Xingfa Aluminium Holdings' dividend report.
China CITIC Bank
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: China CITIC Bank Corporation Limited offers a range of banking products and services both within the People's Republic of China and internationally, with a market cap of HK$365.79 billion.