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3 Canadian Dividend Stocks On The TSX With Up To 4.5% Yield

TSX:SES
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The Canadian market has experienced significant volatility recently, with stocks managing to stage an impressive recovery after a 5% pullback in early August. Supported by positive earnings growth and a still-expanding economy, the focus is now shifting toward growth as inflation heads closer to target. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and income, making them attractive options for investors seeking reliable returns amid market fluctuations. Here are three Canadian dividend stocks on the TSX that currently yield up to 4.5%.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Canada

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP)7.11%★★★★★★
Secure Energy Services (TSX:SES)3.22%★★★★★☆
Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW)5.44%★★★★★☆
Enghouse Systems (TSX:ENGH)3.54%★★★★★☆
Russel Metals (TSX:RUS)4.46%★★★★★☆
Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF)4.41%★★★★★☆
iA Financial (TSX:IAG)3.17%★★★★★☆
Firm Capital Mortgage Investment (TSX:FC)8.75%★★★★★☆
Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ)4.30%★★★★★☆
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)3.49%★★★★★☆

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Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

Aecon Group (TSX:ARE)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Aecon Group Inc., with a market cap of CA$1.16 billion, provides construction and infrastructure development services to private and public sector clients in Canada, the United States, and internationally.

Operations: Aecon Group Inc. generates revenue primarily from its Construction segment (CA$4.04 billion) and Concessions segment (CA$34.47 million).

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Aecon Group Inc. recently secured significant contracts, including a $928 million Surrey Langley SkyTrain project and a $700 million Bruce Power steam generator replacement, bolstering its construction backlog. Despite these wins, Aecon reported a substantial net loss of C$123.89 million for Q2 2024 due to large one-off charges. The board approved a quarterly dividend of C$0.19 per share, though the payout is not well covered by earnings but supported by cash flows and has been stable over the past decade.

TSX:ARE Dividend History as at Sep 2024
TSX:ARE Dividend History as at Sep 2024

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, a diversified financial institution with a market cap of CA$74.39 billion, offers a range of financial products and services to personal, business, public sector, and institutional clients in Canada, the United States, and internationally.

Operations: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce generates revenue from Canadian Personal and Business Banking (CA$8.80 billion), Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services (CA$5.61 billion), U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management (CA$2.02 billion), and Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management (CA$5.46 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4.6%

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce reported strong earnings growth for Q3 2024, with net income rising to C$1.79 billion from C$1.42 billion a year ago. The bank declared a quarterly dividend of C$0.90 per share, supported by its earnings and maintaining a stable payout ratio around 51%. Additionally, the board is considering a share repurchase program for up to 20 million shares, indicating confidence in its financial stability and commitment to returning value to shareholders.

TSX:CM Dividend History as at Sep 2024
TSX:CM Dividend History as at Sep 2024

Secure Energy Services (TSX:SES)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Secure Energy Services Inc. operates in the waste management and energy infrastructure sectors across Canada and the United States, with a market cap of CA$2.96 billion.

Operations: Secure Energy Services Inc. generates revenue primarily from its Energy Infrastructure segment (CA$8.61 billion) and Environmental Waste Management (EWM) segment (CA$1.13 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Secure Energy Services reported robust revenue growth for Q2 2024, with sales reaching C$2.55 billion, up from C$1.78 billion a year ago. Despite stable net income of C$32 million, the company continues to pay a reliable quarterly dividend of C$0.10 per share, supported by strong earnings and cash flows (payout ratios: 20.1% and 38.4%, respectively). Recent share buybacks and an extended credit facility underscore financial stability and commitment to shareholder returns.

TSX:SES Dividend History as at Sep 2024
TSX:SES Dividend History as at Sep 2024

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