3 Top Dividend Stocks Offering Up To 7.9% Yield

In a week marked by mixed performances in global markets, major U.S. stock indexes like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reached record highs, driven largely by growth stocks, while value-oriented sectors such as energy and utilities lagged behind. Amidst this backdrop of economic data releases and geopolitical developments, investors continue to seek stable income sources, making dividend stocks an attractive option for those looking to balance growth with reliable returns. A good dividend stock typically offers consistent payouts and potential for capital appreciation, which can be particularly appealing during periods of market volatility or uncertainty.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.98%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.61%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.08%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.48%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.09%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.32%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.61%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.46%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.81%	★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)	4.17%	★★★★★☆

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

Piscines Desjoyaux (ENXTPA:ALPDX)

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

Overview: Piscines Desjoyaux SA designs, manufactures, and markets swimming pools and related products both in France and internationally, with a market cap of €113.53 million.

Operations: Piscines Desjoyaux SA generates revenue through the design, manufacture, and sale of swimming pools and related products in both domestic and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 7.9%

Piscines Desjoyaux offers a high and reliable dividend yield of 7.91%, placing it in the top 25% of French market dividend payers. The company's dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 72.5%, indicating coverage by earnings. However, there is insufficient data to assess if dividends are covered by cash flows. Currently, the stock trades at 15.2% below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation.

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Hisense Visual Technology (SHSE:600060)

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

Overview: Hisense Visual Technology Co., Ltd. is involved in the research, development, production, and sales of display chips and products both in China and internationally, with a market cap of approximately CN¥26.53 billion.

Operations: Hisense Visual Technology Co., Ltd.'s revenue primarily comes from its multimedia segment, which generated approximately CN¥55.04 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Hisense Visual Technology's dividend yield ranks in the top 25% of China's market, with a payout ratio of 58.7%, indicating dividends are covered by earnings. Cash flow coverage is solid at a 40.1% cash payout ratio. Despite growth in dividend payments over the past decade, they have been volatile and unreliable at times. The stock trades below its estimated fair value, suggesting potential undervaluation amidst recent strategic expansions like its alliance with EPACK Durable Limited in India.

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• Our valuation report here indicates Hisense Visual Technology may be undervalued.

KSB SE KGaA (XTRA:KSB)

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

Overview: KSB SE & Co. KGaA, along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and supplies pumps, valves, and related services globally, with a market cap of approximately €1.13 billion.

Operations: KSB SE & Co. KGaA generates its revenue from three main segments: Pumps (€1.52 billion), Fittings (€370.94 million), and KSB Supremeserv (€978.20 million).

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

KSB SE KGaA's dividend yield is modest, trailing the top 25% of German dividend payers. The payout ratios, both earnings (29.9%) and cash flow (24.2%), suggest dividends are well covered, indicating sustainability despite a volatile payment history over the past decade. Trading at 76% below its estimated fair value, it might be undervalued relative to peers and industry benchmarks. Recent presentations highlight ongoing engagement with investors and stakeholders in Germany.

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• According our valuation report, there's an indication that KSB SE KGaA's share price might be on the cheaper side.

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