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In the aftermath of a decisive U.S. election, Canadian markets have experienced a notable post-election rally, with the TSX reaching record highs this year. As investors navigate these evolving market dynamics, dividend stocks present an attractive option for those looking to enhance their portfolios by focusing on companies with strong fundamentals and consistent payout histories.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Canada
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP) | 7.22% | ★★★★★★ |
Acadian Timber (TSX:ADN) | 6.44% | ★★★★★★ |
Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) | 5.00% | ★★★★★☆ |
Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) | 4.50% | ★★★★★☆ |
Enghouse Systems (TSX:ENGH) | 3.36% | ★★★★★☆ |
Firm Capital Mortgage Investment (TSX:FC) | 8.80% | ★★★★★☆ |
Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund (TSX:BPF.UN) | 7.79% | ★★★★★☆ |
Russel Metals (TSX:RUS) | 3.85% | ★★★★★☆ |
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) | 3.29% | ★★★★★☆ |
Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) | 3.98% | ★★★★★☆ |
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National Bank of Canada
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: National Bank of Canada offers financial services to individuals, businesses, institutional clients, and governments both domestically and internationally, with a market cap of CA$45.21 billion.
Operations: National Bank of Canada's revenue segments include Wealth Management (CA$2.70 billion), Personal and Commercial (CA$4.41 billion), Financial Markets (Excluding USSF&I) (CA$2.96 billion), and U.S. Specialty Finance and International (USSF&I) (CA$1.21 billion).
Dividend Yield: 3.3%
National Bank of Canada offers a reliable dividend with a stable history over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 41%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings. Despite trading at 41.3% below its estimated fair value, its dividend yield of 3.32% is lower than the top Canadian payers. Recent activities include completing a €750 million fixed-income offering and maintaining consistent earnings growth, which enhances its dividend sustainability outlook.
Power Corporation of Canada
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Power Corporation of Canada is an international management and holding company providing financial services across North America, Europe, and Asia, with a market cap of CA$30.01 billion.