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3 Top Dividend Stocks On SIX Swiss Exchange Yielding Up To 5.6%

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The Swiss market recently experienced a downturn, with the SMI index slipping due to concerns over geopolitical tensions and weak euro area economic data. Amidst this cautious environment, dividend stocks on the SIX Swiss Exchange offer a potential source of steady income, appealing to investors seeking stability and yield in uncertain times.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Switzerland

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)5.21%★★★★★★
Vaudoise Assurances Holding (SWX:VAHN)4.71%★★★★★★
St. Galler Kantonalbank (SWX:SGKN)4.59%★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)4.92%★★★★★★
EFG International (SWX:EFGN)4.74%★★★★★☆
TX Group (SWX:TXGN)4.48%★★★★★☆
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)5.05%★★★★★☆
Luzerner Kantonalbank (SWX:LUKN)3.97%★★★★★☆
Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank (SWX:BLKB)4.73%★★★★★☆
DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH)3.44%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 26 stocks from our Top SIX Swiss Exchange Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

CPH Group (SWX:CPHN)

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

Overview: CPH Group AG operates in the manufacture and sale of chemicals and packaging films across Switzerland, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and internationally with a market cap of CHF426.86 million.

Operations: CPH Group AG generates its revenue through three main segments: Chemistry (CHF128.62 million), Packaging (CHF219.70 million), and Spun-off divisions (Paper) (CHF245.37 million).

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

CPH Group's dividend yield of 5.62% ranks in the top 25% of Swiss dividend payers, yet its high payout ratio of 249.1% indicates dividends aren't well covered by earnings, though cash flow coverage is better at 47%. Recent financials show a net loss and declining profit margins, raising concerns about sustainability despite past increases in dividend payments. The company's dividends have been volatile over the last decade, reflecting potential unreliability for income-focused investors.

SWX:CPHN Dividend History as at Oct 2024

DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH)

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

Overview: DKSH Holding AG offers market expansion services across Thailand, Greater China, Malaysia, Singapore, the rest of the Asia Pacific, and internationally with a market cap of CHF4.25 billion.

Operations: DKSH Holding AG generates revenue from its segments as follows: Healthcare CHF5.55 billion, Consumer Goods CHF3.43 billion, Performance Materials CHF1.38 billion, and Technology CHF526.50 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

DKSH Holding offers a stable and growing dividend, with payments reliably increasing over the past decade. The company's dividends are well covered by earnings (payout ratio: 77%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 45.8%). Trading below its estimated fair value, DKSH's current yield of 3.44% is below the top tier in Switzerland but remains attractive for consistent income. Recent financials show improved net income at CHF 111.2 million despite slightly lower sales figures compared to last year.

SWX:DKSH Dividend History as at Oct 2024

EFG International (SWX:EFGN)

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

Overview: EFG International AG, along with its subsidiaries, offers private banking, wealth management, and asset management services and has a market capitalization of CHF3.51 billion.

Operations: EFG International's revenue segments include the Americas (CHF128.80 million), Asia Pacific (CHF176.70 million), United Kingdom (CHF193.30 million), Switzerland & Italy (CHF449.70 million), Global Markets & Treasury (CHF55.30 million), Investment and Wealth Solutions (CHF122.90 million), and Continental Europe & Middle East (CHF257.30 million).

Dividend Yield: 4.7%

EFG International's dividend yield of 4.74% ranks in the top quartile in Switzerland, though its dividend history is unstable with past volatility. Despite this, dividends are well covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 55.2%, and future coverage is projected to remain sustainable. Recent earnings growth supports the company's financial health, reporting CHF 162.8 million net income for H1 2024, while trading below estimated fair value enhances its investment appeal despite high bad loans at 2.4%.

SWX:EFGN Dividend History as at Oct 2024

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