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3 Canadian Dividend Stocks On TSX Yielding Up To 6.2%

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Over the last 7 days, the Canadian market has risen by 1.0%, contributing to a remarkable 22% increase over the past year, with earnings forecasted to grow by 15% annually. In this thriving environment, dividend stocks offering attractive yields can be appealing for investors seeking both income and potential growth.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Canada

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP)6.64%★★★★★★
Labrador Iron Ore Royalty (TSX:LIF)7.86%★★★★★☆
Olympia Financial Group (TSX:OLY)7.17%★★★★★☆
Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW)5.14%★★★★★☆
Enghouse Systems (TSX:ENGH)3.35%★★★★★☆
Russel Metals (TSX:RUS)4.13%★★★★★☆
Firm Capital Mortgage Investment (TSX:FC)8.62%★★★★★☆
Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF)4.12%★★★★★☆
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)3.40%★★★★★☆
Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ)4.08%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 30 stocks from our Top TSX Dividend Stocks screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ)

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

Overview: Canadian Natural Resources Limited engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, production, marketing, and sale of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids (NGLs), with a market cap of approximately CA$105.91 billion.

Operations: Canadian Natural Resources Limited's revenue segments include Oil Sands Mining and Upgrading at CA$16.47 billion, Exploration and Production - North America at CA$18.15 billion, Midstream and Refining at CA$983 million, Exploration and Production - North Sea at CA$522 million, and Exploration and Production - Offshore Africa at CA$492 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Canadian Natural Resources offers a dividend yield of 4.08%, which is lower than the top 25% of Canadian dividend payers, but it maintains strong coverage with a payout ratio of 56.1% and cash payout ratio of 42.5%. The company has consistently increased dividends over the past decade, recently announcing a 7% increase to $0.5625 per share payable in January 2025. Earnings have shown modest growth, supporting stable and reliable dividend payments.

TSX:CNQ Dividend History as at Oct 2024

North West (TSX:NWC)

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

Overview: The North West Company Inc. operates retail stores offering food and everyday products in rural and urban communities across northern Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific, and the Caribbean, with a market cap of CA$2.53 billion.

Operations: The North West Company Inc.'s revenue is primarily derived from its operations as a retailer of food and everyday products and services, generating CA$2.52 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

North West Company has a stable dividend history, with payments growing steadily over the past decade. Recent earnings showed modest growth, supporting its dividend sustainability with a payout ratio of 56.2% and cash payout ratio of 72.9%. Despite trading below estimated fair value, North West's dividend yield of 3.07% is lower than top-tier Canadian payers. A recent increase to CAD 0.40 per share reflects ongoing commitment to shareholders, though insider selling raises cautionary flags.

TSX:NWC Dividend History as at Oct 2024

Rogers Sugar (TSX:RSI)

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

Overview: Rogers Sugar Inc. is involved in the refining, packaging, marketing, and distribution of sugar and maple products across Canada, the United States, Europe, and internationally with a market cap of CA$729.13 million.

Operations: Rogers Sugar Inc.'s revenue is comprised of CA$981.45 million from sugar and CA$225.32 million from maple products.

Dividend Yield: 6.2%

Rogers Sugar offers a high dividend yield at 6.25%, placing it among the top Canadian payers. However, its dividends are not covered by free cash flow, raising sustainability concerns despite a payout ratio of 86%. The company's earnings have declined recently, with net income falling to C$7.38 million in Q3 2024 from C$14.18 million the previous year. Additionally, shareholder dilution and volatile dividend history further complicate its appeal as a reliable dividend stock.

TSX:RSI Dividend History as at Oct 2024

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