Three Top Dividend Stocks For Reliable Income

Amidst escalating Middle East tensions and unexpected job gains in the U.S., global markets have experienced a mix of volatility and resilience, with large-cap stocks managing to secure weekly gains despite geopolitical uncertainties. As investors navigate these turbulent times, dividend stocks stand out as a potential source of reliable income, offering stability through regular payouts even when market conditions are unpredictable.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	7.84%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.41%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	5.43%	★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)	4.87%	★★★★★★
CVB Financial (NasdaqGS:CVBF)	4.48%	★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)	6.12%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.49%	★★★★★★
James Latham (AIM:LTHM)	5.71%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.51%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	4.87%	★★★★★★

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

Bank of Africa - Côte D'ivoire (BRVM:BOAC)

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

Overview: Bank of Africa - Côte D'Ivoire offers a range of banking and financial services to individuals and businesses in Ivory Coast, with a market capitalization of F CFA203.90 billion.

Operations: Bank of Africa - Côte D'Ivoire generates revenue primarily from its banking services, amounting to F CFA57.11 billion.

Dividend Yield: 7.5%

Bank of Africa - Côte D'ivoire offers a stable and reliable dividend yield of 7.45%, though it falls short compared to the top CI market payers. The company's payout ratio of 58.3% suggests dividends are covered by earnings, supported by a recent net income report of XOF 4.82 billion for the half year ending June 2024. With a price-to-earnings ratio at 7.2x, below the market average, its valuation appears reasonable for dividend investors seeking stability and growth potential in payouts over the past decade.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Bank of Africa - Côte D'ivoire.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Bank of Africa - Côte D'ivoire implies its share price may be too high.

RCL Foods (JSE:RCL)

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

Overview: RCL Foods Limited is a South African food manufacturer with a market capitalization of ZAR8.77 billion.

Operations: RCL Foods Limited generates revenue from its key segments, including Sugar (ZAR11.81 billion), Baking (ZAR9.14 billion), and Groceries (ZAR5.31 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

RCL Foods' dividend payments have been volatile and unreliable over the past decade, though recent earnings growth of ZAR 1.62 billion indicates potential stability. With a payout ratio of 26.3% and cash payout ratio of 19.1%, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows. Trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value, RCL's dividend yield remains modest at 3.55%, below top-tier ZA market payers despite resumed payments post-Rainbow unbundling.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in RCL Foods' dividend report.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of RCL Foods shares in the market.

Pakistan National Shipping (KASE:PNSC)

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

Overview: Pakistan National Shipping Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, operates in the global shipping industry and has a market capitalization of PKR56.64 billion.

Operations: Pakistan National Shipping Corporation generates revenue of PKR41.90 billion from its segments, which include the transportation of dry cargo, liquid cargo, and rental income.

Dividend Yield: 5.8%

Pakistan National Shipping's dividend payments have been volatile and unreliable over the past decade, despite recent increases. The payout ratio of 15.9% and cash payout ratio of 23.8% indicate dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, suggesting sustainability. However, with a dividend yield of 5.83%, it remains below top-tier PK market payers. Trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value, recent board changes may influence future stability and performance.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Pakistan National Shipping with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Pakistan National Shipping's current price could be quite moderate.

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