As global markets exhibit signs of normalization, with central banks like the BoC initiating rate cuts amid stabilizing economic conditions, investors may find reassurance in the relative stability of dividend stocks. In the context of these evolving market dynamics, dividend stocks that maintain yields of at least 3.5% can be particularly appealing for those seeking steady income streams in a landscape marked by gradual economic recovery and easing inflation pressures.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Canada
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) | 6.65% | ★★★★★★ |
Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP) | 7.19% | ★★★★★★ |
Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund (TSX:BPF.UN) | 8.46% | ★★★★★☆ |
Secure Energy Services (TSX:SES) | 3.46% | ★★★★★☆ |
Enghouse Systems (TSX:ENGH) | 3.41% | ★★★★★☆ |
Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) | 5.62% | ★★★★★☆ |
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) | 3.92% | ★★★★★☆ |
Russel Metals (TSX:RUS) | 4.41% | ★★★★★☆ |
Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) | 4.29% | ★★★★★☆ |
Firm Capital Mortgage Investment (TSX:FC) | 9.15% | ★★★★★☆ |
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Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust (TSX:AD.UN)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust is a private equity firm that focuses on management buyouts, growth capital, and investments in lower to middle market companies, with a market capitalization of approximately CA$727.52 million.
Operations: Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust generates its revenue primarily from unclassified services, totaling CA$234.06 million.
Dividend Yield: 8.6%
Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust reported a significant increase in Q1 2024 net income to CAD 73.77 million from CAD 5.55 million year-over-year, with earnings per share also rising sharply. Despite robust recent earnings, the trust's dividend history has been unstable and unreliable, with dividends not consistently growing over the past decade. However, current dividends are well-supported by both earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 29.9% and a cash payout ratio of 77.8%.
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- In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Alaris Equity Partners Income Trust is trading behind its estimated value.
North West (TSX:NWC)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: The North West Company Inc. operates as a retailer offering food and everyday products and services to rural communities and urban neighborhoods in northern Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific, and the Caribbean, with a market cap of CA$2.07 billion.
Operations: The North West Company Inc. generates CA$2.50 billion in revenue from its retail operations, focusing on food and everyday items across diverse geographical regions including northern Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific, and the Caribbean.
Dividend Yield: 3.6%
North West Company has maintained a consistent dividend payout, with recent affirmations of a quarterly dividend of CAD 0.39. Despite its yield being lower than the top Canadian dividend payers, its dividends are sustainably covered by both earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 55.2% and a cash payout ratio of 60.5%. Furthermore, the company's financial performance is solid, showing an increase in net income to CAD 25.53 million from CAD 20.89 million year-over-year for Q1 2024 and annual sales rising to CAD 2.47 billion from CAD 2.35 billion previously.
- Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in North West's dividend report.
- Our valuation report unveils the possibility North West's shares may be trading at a discount.
Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Toronto-Dominion Bank, along with its subsidiaries, offers a range of financial products and services across Canada, the United States, and other international markets, boasting a market capitalization of approximately CA$133.64 billion.
Operations: Toronto-Dominion Bank generates revenue through several key segments: Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking (CAD P&C) at CA$17.39 billion, U.S. Retail at CA$12.81 billion, Wealth Management and Insurance at CA$11.81 billion, and Wholesale Banking at CA$6.63 billion.
Dividend Yield: 5.4%
Toronto-Dominion Bank has declared a quarterly dividend of C$1.02 per share, payable on July 31, 2024, to shareholders of record as of July 10, 2024. Despite a decline in net income for Q2 2024 to C$2.56 billion from C$3.31 billion year-over-year, the six-month performance shows improvement with net income rising to C$5.39 billion from C$4.89 billion previously. The bank's recent series of fixed-income offerings and its stable dividend payments over the past decade underscore its commitment to maintaining investor returns even amidst fluctuating earnings figures.
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- Our valuation report here indicates Toronto-Dominion Bank may be overvalued.
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About TSX:TD
Toronto-Dominion Bank
Provides various financial products and services in Canada, the United States, and internationally.
Flawless balance sheet average dividend payer.