As the Australian market continues to show a degree of independence from Wall Street, with sectors like real estate leading and healthcare lagging, investors are keenly observing how local economic dynamics influence stock performance. In this environment, dividend stocks offering attractive yields can provide a stable income stream and potential buffer against market volatility, making them an appealing option for those seeking reliable returns amidst fluctuating conditions.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Australia
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Sugar Terminals (NSX:SUG) | 7.92% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Steadfast Group (ASX:SDF) | 3.20% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Smartgroup (ASX:SIQ) | 6.06% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Ricegrowers (ASX:SGLLV) | 4.31% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| New Hope (ASX:NHC) | 9.45% | ★★★★★☆ |
| MFF Capital Investments (ASX:MFF) | 3.80% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Lindsay Australia (ASX:LAU) | 5.80% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Kina Securities (ASX:KSL) | 7.47% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Fiducian Group (ASX:FID) | 4.05% | ★★★★★☆ |
| EQT Holdings (ASX:EQT) | 4.27% | ★★★★★☆ |
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Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.
Kina Securities (ASX:KSL)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Kina Securities Limited operates in Papua New Guinea, offering commercial banking, financial services, fund administration, investment management, and share brokerage with a market cap of A$368.22 million.
Operations: Kina Securities Limited generates its revenue primarily through its Banking & Finance segment, which contributes PGK 441.25 million, and Wealth Management services, which add PGK 50.19 million.
Dividend Yield: 7.5%
Kina Securities offers a compelling dividend yield of 7.47%, placing it in the top 25% of Australian dividend payers. Despite a volatile dividend history, its current payout ratio of 69.9% suggests dividends are covered by earnings and expected to remain so in three years at 63.9%. However, a high level of bad loans (7.7%) may pose risks to financial stability. Recent board changes could influence future strategic direction and governance practices.
- Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Kina Securities.
- According our valuation report, there's an indication that Kina Securities' share price might be on the cheaper side.
Smartgroup (ASX:SIQ)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Smartgroup Corporation Ltd, with a market cap of A$1.08 billion, provides employee management services in Australia.
Operations: Smartgroup Corporation Ltd generates revenue from Vehicle Services (A$23.95 million) and Outsourced Administration (A$296.66 million) in Australia.
Dividend Yield: 6.1%
Smartgroup's dividend yield of 6.06% ranks in the top 25% of Australian dividend payers, supported by a payout ratio of 64.5%, indicating coverage by earnings. However, its dividend history is unstable with past volatility exceeding 20%. Recent financial results show improved net income at A$38.08 million for H1 2025, up from A$34.26 million a year prior, supporting a fully franked interim dividend of A$0.195 per share payable on September 23, 2025.
- Get an in-depth perspective on Smartgroup's performance by reading our dividend report here.
- The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Smartgroup's current price could be quite moderate.
Treasury Wine Estates (ASX:TWE)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Treasury Wine Estates Limited is a wine company operating in Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally with a market cap of A$6.18 billion.
Operations: Treasury Wine Estates Limited generates revenue through its segments: Penfolds (A$1.10 billion), Treasury Americas (A$1.19 billion), and Treasury Premium Brands (A$697.50 million).
Dividend Yield: 5.2%
Treasury Wine Estates' dividend yield of 5.24% falls short of the top tier in Australia, with a payout ratio of 74.3%, indicating coverage by earnings. However, its dividend history has been unreliable over the past decade due to volatility. Recent financials show significant growth, with net income rising to A$436.9 million for FY2025 from A$98.9 million a year ago, supporting a cash dividend increase to A$0.20 per share payable on October 2, 2025. Additionally, TWE announced a share buyback program worth up to A$200 million for capital management purposes.
- Dive into the specifics of Treasury Wine Estates here with our thorough dividend report.
- Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Treasury Wine Estates is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.
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