Discover 3 Prominent Dividend Stocks For Your Portfolio

As global markets experience a surge driven by easing U.S. inflation and robust bank earnings, investors are witnessing value stocks outshine growth shares, particularly in the energy sector. With major indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average posting significant gains, this environment presents a compelling backdrop for dividend stocks that offer stability and potential income amidst market fluctuations. In such conditions, selecting dividend stocks with strong fundamentals can provide consistent returns while capitalizing on current economic trends.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.11%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.32%	★★★★★★
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.38%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.68%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.49%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	4.03%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.47%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.45%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	4.02%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.97%	★★★★★★

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361 Degrees International (SEHK:1361)

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

Overview: 361 Degrees International Limited is an investment holding company that manufactures and trades sporting goods in the People’s Republic of China, with a market cap of HK$8.31 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Kids at CN¥2.18 billion and Adults at CN¥7.13 billion.

Dividend Yield: 8.1%

361 Degrees International has shown strong retail sales growth in Q4 2024, with its e-commerce segment growing by 30%-35%. Despite this positive sales momentum, the company's dividend payments are not well covered by cash flows and have been volatile over the past decade. While trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value and offering an attractive dividend yield within the Hong Kong market, its dividends remain unreliable due to coverage issues.

• Dive into the specifics of 361 Degrees International here with our thorough dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our 361 Degrees International valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

EEKA Fashion Holdings (SEHK:3709)

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

Overview: EEKA Fashion Holdings Limited is an investment holding company involved in the design, promotion, marketing, retail, and wholesale of self-owned branded ladies’ wear products in China with a market cap of HK$5.84 billion.

Operations: EEKA Fashion Holdings Limited generates revenue primarily from the retailing and wholesaling of ladies' wear, amounting to CN¥6.88 billion.

Dividend Yield: 8%

EEKA Fashion Holdings offers a high dividend yield within the Hong Kong market, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 64.7% and cash flow coverage of 45.8%. However, its dividends have been volatile over the past decade. Recent guidance indicates a potential revenue decline of up to 5% and net profit drop of up to 45% for 2024 due to increased investment in brand assets and marketing expenses, which may impact future dividend stability.

• Navigate through the intricacies of EEKA Fashion Holdings with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that EEKA Fashion Holdings' share price might be on the cheaper side.

Anpec Electronics (TPEX:6138)

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

Overview: Anpec Electronics Corporation specializes in designing, testing, producing, and marketing mixed-signal power chips and sensors both in Taiwan and internationally, with a market cap of NT$12.29 billion.

Operations: Anpec Electronics Corporation generates its revenue primarily from the semiconductors segment, amounting to NT$6.09 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Anpec Electronics' dividend payments are covered by both earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 62% and a cash payout ratio of 47.9%. However, its dividends have been volatile over the past decade. The dividend yield is lower than top-tier Taiwanese stocks at 3.57%. Recent earnings show growth, with Q3 net income rising to TWD 196.42 million from TWD 160.64 million year-on-year, indicating potential for future financial stability despite past volatility in dividends.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Anpec Electronics' dividend report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Anpec Electronics implies its share price may be lower than expected.

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