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Top UK Dividend Stocks To Consider In November 2024

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As the UK market grapples with global economic uncertainties, particularly influenced by China's sluggish trade data, investors are keenly observing the performance of indices like the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250. In such a climate, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those looking to navigate these challenging times.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United Kingdom

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
James Latham (AIM:LTHM)5.83%★★★★★★
Impax Asset Management Group (AIM:IPX)7.93%★★★★★☆
4imprint Group (LSE:FOUR)3.19%★★★★★☆
OSB Group (LSE:OSB)9.25%★★★★★☆
Plus500 (LSE:PLUS)6.39%★★★★★☆
Man Group (LSE:EMG)6.34%★★★★★☆
DCC (LSE:DCC)4.00%★★★★★☆
Big Yellow Group (LSE:BYG)3.76%★★★★★☆
Dunelm Group (LSE:DNLM)6.89%★★★★★☆
Grafton Group (LSE:GFTU)3.62%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 58 stocks from our Top UK Dividend Stocks screener.

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

Drax Group (LSE:DRX)

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

Overview: Drax Group plc, with a market cap of £2.36 billion, operates in the renewable power generation sector in the United Kingdom through its subsidiaries.

Operations: Drax Group's revenue is primarily derived from three segments: Customers (£4.38 billion), Generation (£5.99 billion), and Pellet Production (£878.40 million).

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Drax Group's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, despite recent increases. Its low payout ratio of 14.4% suggests dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with a cash payout ratio of 22.9%. However, Drax faces challenges with high debt levels and expected earnings decline by an average of 27.5% annually over the next three years. Recent collaborations in carbon offsetting may bolster its sustainability efforts but don't directly impact dividend stability or yield competitiveness at 3.89%.

LSE:DRX Dividend History as at Nov 2024
LSE:DRX Dividend History as at Nov 2024

ME Group International (LSE:MEGP)

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

Overview: ME Group International plc operates, sells, and services a range of instant-service equipment in the United Kingdom with a market cap of £840.18 million.

Operations: ME Group International plc generates revenue primarily from its Personal Services segment, amounting to £304.20 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

ME Group International's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, though they have increased overall. Despite a reasonable payout ratio of 56.1%, indicating dividends are covered by earnings, and a cash payout ratio of 87.4%, the yield remains low at 3.53% compared to top UK dividend payers. Trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value and with strong recent earnings growth of 23.8%, MEGP presents both opportunities and risks for dividend investors in the UK market.

LSE:MEGP Dividend History as at Nov 2024
LSE:MEGP Dividend History as at Nov 2024

Record (LSE:REC)

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

Overview: Record plc offers currency and derivative management services across the United Kingdom, North America, Continental Europe, Australia, and other international markets with a market cap of £123.49 million.

Operations: Record plc's revenue is derived from £45.38 million in currency and derivatives management services.

Dividend Yield: 8.1%

Record's dividend yield of 8.1% ranks in the top 25% of UK dividend payers, with stable growth over the past decade. However, its high payout ratio of 95% raises concerns about sustainability as dividends are not well covered by earnings. The cash payout ratio stands at 81.7%, indicating coverage by cash flows but not earnings. Recent significant insider selling and trading at a substantial discount to fair value present potential risks for investors seeking reliable dividends.

LSE:REC Dividend History as at Nov 2024
LSE:REC Dividend History as at Nov 2024

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