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As the UK market grapples with the impact of weak trade data from China, evidenced by recent declines in the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices, investors are increasingly seeking stability and income through dividend stocks. In such uncertain times, a strong dividend yield can provide a reliable income stream, making dividend-paying stocks an attractive consideration for those looking to navigate current market volatility.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United Kingdom
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| WPP (LSE:WPP) | 7.41% | ★★★★★★ |
| Man Group (LSE:EMG) | 8.41% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Treatt (LSE:TET) | 3.92% | ★★★★★☆ |
| 4imprint Group (LSE:FOUR) | 5.86% | ★★★★★☆ |
| DCC (LSE:DCC) | 4.19% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Big Yellow Group (LSE:BYG) | 5.06% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Grafton Group (LSE:GFTU) | 4.35% | ★★★★★☆ |
| OSB Group (LSE:OSB) | 8.28% | ★★★★★☆ |
| NWF Group (AIM:NWF) | 4.75% | ★★★★★☆ |
| James Latham (AIM:LTHM) | 7.82% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 65 stocks from our Top UK Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Alumasc Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: The Alumasc Group plc, with a market cap of £118.14 million, manufactures and sells building products, systems, and solutions across the United Kingdom and various international markets including Europe, North America, the Middle East, and the Far East.
Operations: Alumasc Group's revenue is primarily derived from its Water Management segment (£55.87 million), Building Envelope segment (£39.16 million), and Housebuilding Products segment (£15.24 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.3%
Alumasc Group, while trading below its estimated fair value, presents a mixed picture for dividend investors. Recent earnings growth and a low payout ratio suggest dividends are well covered by both earnings and cash flows. However, the company's dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade. The recent £3 million investment in expanding manufacturing capabilities may support future growth, but its current 3.29% yield remains below top-tier UK dividend payers.
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Click here to discover the nuances of Alumasc Group with our detailed analytical dividend report.
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Our valuation report unveils the possibility Alumasc Group's shares may be trading at a discount.
Mears Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Mears Group plc, with a market cap of £339.73 million, provides outsourced services to both public and private sectors in the United Kingdom through its subsidiaries.
Operations: Mears Group plc's revenue is derived from providing a range of outsourced services to public and private sector clients in the UK.