Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In December 2024

As global markets navigate a mix of rising stock indices and declining consumer confidence, investors are closely monitoring economic signals that could impact their portfolios. With major U.S. indexes experiencing moderate gains despite fluctuating consumer sentiment, dividend stocks present an appealing option for those seeking stability and income in uncertain times. A good dividend stock often combines consistent payouts with solid financial health, offering potential resilience amid varying market conditions.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.02%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.31%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.61%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.42%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.38%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.83%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	3.68%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	3.82%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	6.08%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.82%	★★★★★★

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We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Carpenter Tan Holdings (SEHK:837)

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

Overview: Carpenter Tan Holdings Limited is an investment holding company that designs, manufactures, and distributes wooden handicrafts and accessories under the Carpenter Tan brand, with a market cap of HK$1.46 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segment includes the manufacture and sales of wooden handicrafts and accessories, totaling CN¥506 million.

Dividend Yield: 6.3%

Carpenter Tan Holdings offers a mixed dividend profile. Its Price-To-Earnings ratio of 7.8x suggests it may be undervalued compared to the Hong Kong market average of 10x. Despite a robust earnings growth of 20.6% over the past year and dividends being covered by earnings (49.4% payout ratio), its dividend yield at 6.34% is below top-tier payers in Hong Kong, and historical payments have been volatile, though covered by cash flows (89.5%).

• Get an in-depth perspective on Carpenter Tan Holdings' performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Carpenter Tan Holdings implies its share price may be too high.

Beijing Sifang AutomationLtd (SHSE:601126)

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

Overview: Beijing Sifang Automation Co., Ltd provides power transmission, transformation protection, automation systems, and related services both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥14.22 billion.

Operations: Beijing Sifang Automation Co., Ltd generates revenue through its offerings in power transmission, transformation protection, automation systems, power generation, enterprise power solutions, and power distribution and consumption systems across domestic and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Beijing Sifang Automation shows a solid dividend profile with a 70% payout ratio, indicating dividends are covered by earnings. Its cash payout ratio of 39.6% further supports sustainability. The dividend yield of 3.52% is competitive in the Chinese market, yet historical payments have been volatile over the past decade despite growth in earnings and dividends. Recent financials reveal increased sales and net income, suggesting potential for continued dividend support amidst analyst optimism on stock value growth.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Beijing Sifang AutomationLtd's dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Beijing Sifang AutomationLtd is trading behind its estimated value.

SuzukiLtd (TSE:6785)

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

Overview: Suzuki Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells connectors for car electronics parts in Japan, with a market cap of ¥26.01 billion.

Operations: Suzuki Co., Ltd. generates revenue from several segments, including Parts at ¥20.67 billion, Mechanical Equipment at ¥6.39 billion, Mold at ¥2.72 billion, and Rent at ¥352.09 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

Suzuki Ltd. offers a compelling dividend profile with a low payout ratio of 26.4%, ensuring dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, supported by a cash payout ratio of 40.2%. The company pays a high dividend yield of 4.41%, ranking in the top quartile in Japan, and has consistently increased dividends over the past decade without volatility. Recent ex-dividend date news confirms ongoing commitment to shareholder returns with a ¥40 payment scheduled for December 2024.

• Click here to discover the nuances of SuzukiLtd with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our SuzukiLtd valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Summing It All Up

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