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As global markets navigate a turbulent September 2024, with the ECB cutting rates and U.S. stocks rebounding from recent declines, investors are keenly observing economic indicators and central bank policies. Amidst this backdrop, dividend stocks offer a reliable income stream and potential for steady returns. In such volatile times, a good dividend stock is characterized by consistent payouts, strong financial health, and resilience to market fluctuations.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO) | 6.92% | ★★★★★★ |
| Ping An Bank (SZSE:000001) | 7.26% | ★★★★★★ |
| China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 4.31% | ★★★★★★ |
| Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858) | 4.23% | ★★★★★★ |
| Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 4.94% | ★★★★★★ |
| HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741) | 4.70% | ★★★★★★ |
| CAC Holdings (TSE:4725) | 4.51% | ★★★★★★ |
| James Latham (AIM:LTHM) | 5.73% | ★★★★★★ |
| GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.42% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.86% | ★★★★★★ |
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Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.
MFE-Mediaforeurope
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: MFE-Mediaforeurope N.V. operates in the television industry in Italy and Spain, with a market cap of €2.11 billion.
Operations: MFE-Mediaforeurope N.V. generates revenue through its television operations in Italy and Spain.
Dividend Yield: 5.5%
MFE-Mediaforeurope's dividend payments have been volatile over the past 9 years, though they are covered by earnings (66.9% payout ratio) and cash flows (39.5% cash payout ratio). Trading at good value compared to peers, MFEB's recent half-year earnings showed sales of €1.48 billion and net income of €104.7 million, reflecting growth from the previous year. However, shareholders experienced dilution in the past year and share price volatility remains high.
Security Bank
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Security Bank Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, offers a range of banking and financial products and services to wholesale and retail clients in the Philippines, with a market cap of ₱63.37 billion.
Operations: Security Bank Corporation's revenue segments include Retail Banking at ₱1.97 billion, Business Banking at ₱1.05 billion, and Wholesale Banking at ₱8.10 billion, while Financial Markets recorded a loss of ₱2.36 billion.