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Top Dividend Stocks Featuring Industrial and Commercial Bank of China

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As global markets continue to navigate a complex landscape of geopolitical tensions and economic policy shifts, major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 have reached record highs, demonstrating resilience amid uncertainty. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a blend of potential income and stability; among these, the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China stands out as a noteworthy option for those seeking to balance growth with consistent returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)7.05%★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)4.56%★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)4.16%★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)4.58%★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)3.88%★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)6.64%★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)4.43%★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)3.88%★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)4.48%★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)4.93%★★★★★★

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (SEHK:1398)

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

Overview: Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited, along with its subsidiaries, offers a range of banking products and services both in the People's Republic of China and internationally, with a market cap of HK$2.17 trillion.

Operations: Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited generates revenue through various segments including corporate banking, personal banking, treasury operations, and others.

Dividend Yield: 6.5%

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China offers a stable dividend, supported by a low payout ratio of 45.9%, ensuring sustainability. The bank's dividends have been reliable over the past decade, with consistent growth and stability. Recently, the bank approved an interim cash dividend, maintaining its commitment to shareholder returns. Despite trading below fair value estimates, its dividend yield is lower than top-tier payers in Hong Kong but remains attractive due to earnings coverage and consistent payouts.

SEHK:1398 Dividend History as at Dec 2024

China Construction Bank (SEHK:939)

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

Overview: China Construction Bank Corporation provides a range of banking and financial services to individual and corporate clients in China and internationally, with a market cap of HK$1.50 trillion.

Operations: China Construction Bank Corporation generates its revenue from various banking and financial services offered to both individual and corporate clients within China and internationally.

Dividend Yield: 7.0%

China Construction Bank's dividend is considered reliable, having shown stability and growth over the past decade. Despite a yield of 6.98%, which is lower than Hong Kong's top-tier payers, the bank maintains a low payout ratio of 30.8%, ensuring dividends are well covered by earnings. Recent board changes and an upcoming shareholders' meeting to approve an interim dividend reflect ongoing corporate governance efforts, while trading significantly below fair value suggests potential investment appeal.

SEHK:939 Dividend History as at Dec 2024

Yahagi ConstructionLtd (TSE:1870)

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

Overview: Yahagi Construction Co., Ltd. is involved in the construction of buildings in Japan and has a market cap of ¥63.55 billion.

Operations: Yahagi Construction Co., Ltd.'s revenue is primarily derived from its building construction activities in Japan.

Dividend Yield: 4%

Yahagi Construction Ltd. offers a stable and attractive dividend yield of 3.95%, ranking in the top 25% among Japanese dividend payers. The company's dividends are well-covered by earnings, with a payout ratio of 40.3%, and cash flows, maintaining reliability over the past decade with consistent growth. Recent events include an increased quarterly dividend from ¥30 to ¥40 per share and its addition to the S&P Global BMI Index, enhancing its investment profile.

TSE:1870 Dividend History as at Dec 2024

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