Top Three Dividend Stocks To Consider For Your Portfolio

In the wake of recent global market shifts, where U.S. stocks have rallied to record highs amid expectations of growth-friendly policies following a Republican "red sweep," investors are increasingly focusing on strategies that can offer stability and income in uncertain times. Dividend stocks, known for their potential to provide consistent income streams and cushion against volatility, are gaining attention as a prudent choice for those looking to navigate the evolving economic landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.63%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.19%	★★★★★★
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.90%	★★★★★★
Globeride (TSE:7990)	4.05%	★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)	3.19%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.49%	★★★★★★
Business Brain Showa-Ota (TSE:9658)	4.06%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	3.81%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.47%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.43%	★★★★★★

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Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

China Electronics Huada Technology (SEHK:85)

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

Overview: China Electronics Huada Technology Company Limited is an investment holding company involved in the design, development, and sale of integrated circuit chips in the People’s Republic of China, with a market cap of HK$2.86 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily stems from its integrated circuit chips segment, generating HK$2.57 billion.

Dividend Yield: 7.1%

China Electronics Huada Technology's dividend payments have been volatile and unreliable over the past decade, despite being well covered by earnings (48.1% payout ratio) and cash flows (37.6% cash payout ratio). The dividend yield of 7.14% is below the top tier in Hong Kong, though dividends have increased over ten years. Recent leadership changes include Mr. Sun Jie as Chairman, potentially influencing future strategic directions amid declining profit margins and sales performance.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in China Electronics Huada Technology's dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates China Electronics Huada Technology may be overvalued.

37 Interactive Entertainment Network Technology Group (SZSE:002555)

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

Overview: 37 Interactive Entertainment Network Technology Group Co., Ltd. is a company engaged in the development and operation of online games, with a market cap of CN¥36.43 billion.

Operations: The revenue segments for 37 Interactive Entertainment Network Technology Group Co., Ltd. are not provided in the given text.

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

37 Interactive Entertainment Network Technology Group offers a dividend yield of 4.5%, placing it in the top 25% of CN market payers, though payments have been volatile and unreliable over the past decade. The payout ratio is reasonable at 73.8%, but dividends are not well covered by cash flows, with a high cash payout ratio of 143.7%. Recent earnings show decreased net income despite increased sales, impacting dividend sustainability.

• Navigate through the intricacies of 37 Interactive Entertainment Network Technology Group with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Our valuation report here indicates 37 Interactive Entertainment Network Technology Group may be undervalued.

Startia HoldingsInc (TSE:3393)

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

Overview: Startia Holdings, Inc. operates in the IT sector both within Japan and internationally, with a market capitalization of ¥18.89 billion.

Operations: Startia Holdings, Inc. generates revenue through its IT business operations in Japan and abroad.

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

Startia Holdings' dividend yield of 4.35% ranks in the top 25% of JP market payers, supported by a low payout ratio of 20.4%, ensuring dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows. However, its dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade despite recent increases. The company has announced a share buyback program to enhance shareholder value, reflecting strong capital management amid growing earnings and revenue projections for fiscal year ending March 2025.

• Dive into the specifics of Startia HoldingsInc here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Startia HoldingsInc's shares may be trading at a discount.

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