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3 Dividend Stocks Offering Yields Up To 5.3%

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As global markets respond to the recent U.S. election results and a Federal Reserve rate cut, investors are eyeing potential growth opportunities amid expectations of looser regulations and lower corporate taxes. With major indices like the S&P 500 reaching record highs, dividend stocks offering yields up to 5.3% present an attractive option for those seeking income in a dynamic market environment.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)4.51%★★★★★★
Globeride (TSE:7990)4.17%★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)6.69%★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)4.44%★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)3.83%★★★★★★
James Latham (AIM:LTHM)6.13%★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)4.39%★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)5.49%★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)3.84%★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)4.90%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1955 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

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

China Unicom (Hong Kong) (SEHK:762)

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

Overview: China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited is an investment holding company offering telecommunications and related value-added services in the People’s Republic of China, with a market cap of HK$198.58 billion.

Operations: China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited generates revenue primarily from its Wireless Communications Services segment, which amounts to CN¥381.03 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.4%

China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited reported a revenue increase to CNY 290.12 billion for the nine months ending September 2024, with net income rising to CNY 19.03 billion. The company announced an interim dividend of RMB 0.2481 per share for the first half of 2024, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders despite executive changes and ongoing disciplinary reviews within its leadership team.

SEHK:762 Dividend History as at Nov 2024
SEHK:762 Dividend History as at Nov 2024

Kpp Group Holdings (TSE:9274)

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

Overview: Kpp Group Holdings Co., Ltd. is a paper-trading company involved in the buying, selling, importing, and exporting of various paper-related products and materials, with a market cap of ¥45.67 billion.

Operations: Kpp Group Holdings Co., Ltd. generates revenue from several segments, including ¥53.90 billion from Asia Pacific, ¥305.58 billion from Northeast Asia, and ¥287.49 billion from Europe/Americas, along with a smaller contribution of ¥1.96 billion from Real Estate Rental activities.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Kpp Group Holdings recently completed a share buyback, acquiring 798,000 shares for ¥538.48 million, which may support future dividend stability. The upcoming earnings release on November 14, 2024, could provide further insights into its financial health and potential for sustained dividends. While the buyback indicates a focus on shareholder value, investors should assess how these actions align with Kpp's overall dividend strategy and financial performance before making any investment decisions.

TSE:9274 Dividend History as at Nov 2024
TSE:9274 Dividend History as at Nov 2024

Taiwan Navigation (TWSE:2617)

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

Overview: Taiwan Navigation Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, offers shipping services in Taiwan and has a market capitalization of NT$13.42 billion.

Operations: Taiwan Navigation Co., Ltd.'s revenue from its Cargo Transportation and Shipping Agency segment amounts to NT$4.18 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

Taiwan Navigation's upcoming Q3 2024 earnings release on November 12 may offer insights into its dividend sustainability. The board meeting scheduled for the same day will review the financial statements, potentially impacting future dividend decisions. While recent events highlight a focus on financial evaluation, investors should consider how Taiwan Navigation's operational performance and strategic decisions align with their dividend expectations, especially given the importance of consistent cash flow in supporting dividends.

TWSE:2617 Dividend History as at Nov 2024
TWSE:2617 Dividend History as at Nov 2024

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