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Discover 3 Dividend Stocks Offering Up To 8.4% Yield

ADX:RAKCEC
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As global markets navigate a mixed economic landscape with fluctuating consumer confidence and varied regional performances, investors are keenly observing opportunities that offer stability and income potential. In this context, dividend stocks stand out as a compelling choice for those looking to balance risk and reward, providing consistent returns even amidst market volatility.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)6.49%★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)4.09%★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)3.33%★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)4.84%★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)3.36%★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)7.42%★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)3.83%★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)4.26%★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)6.38%★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)3.82%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1940 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

R.A.K. Ceramics P.J.S.C (ADX:RAKCEC)

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

Overview: R.A.K. Ceramics P.J.S.C. manufactures and sells a range of ceramic products across the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and internationally with a market cap of AED 2.47 billion.

Operations: R.A.K. Ceramics P.J.S.C.'s revenue is primarily derived from Ceramic Products at AED 3.21 billion, followed by Faucets contributing AED 520.47 million, and Other Industrial segments adding AED 183.75 million.

Dividend Yield: 8%

R.A.K. Ceramics P.J.S.C. offers a dividend yield of 8.03%, placing it in the top 25% of dividend payers in the AE market. However, its high payout ratio of 127.8% indicates dividends are not well covered by earnings, though they are supported by cash flows with a cash payout ratio of 65.7%. Despite past volatility and unreliability in payments, dividends have grown over the last decade, highlighting potential for cautious income-focused investors.

ADX:RAKCEC Dividend History as at Jan 2025
ADX:RAKCEC Dividend History as at Jan 2025

Sinotrans (SEHK:598)

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

Overview: Sinotrans Limited offers integrated logistics services mainly in the People’s Republic of China and has a market cap of HK$37.20 billion.

Operations: Sinotrans Limited generates revenue through its integrated logistics services primarily in the People’s Republic of China.

Dividend Yield: 8.4%

Sinotrans offers a dividend yield of 8.41%, ranking in the top 25% of Hong Kong market payers. Despite past volatility, dividends have grown over the last decade but remain unreliable due to a high cash payout ratio of 93.2%, indicating insufficient coverage by cash flows. The company trades at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio of 6.4x, below the market average, and has initiated a CNY 542 million share repurchase program to enhance shareholder value.

SEHK:598 Dividend History as at Jan 2025
SEHK:598 Dividend History as at Jan 2025

Lion Travel Service (TWSE:2731)

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

Overview: Lion Travel Service Co., Ltd. offers travel services both in Taiwan and internationally, with a market cap of NT$11.52 billion.

Operations: The Tour Department is the primary revenue segment for Lion Travel Service Co., Ltd., generating NT$28.15 billion.

Dividend Yield: 6.5%

Lion Travel Service's dividend yield of 6.48% ranks in the top 25% in Taiwan, supported by a low payout ratio of 49.3% and cash payout ratio of 32.3%, ensuring coverage by earnings and cash flows. However, dividends have been volatile over the past decade, with large one-off items affecting earnings reliability. Recent third-quarter results show increased sales but a decline in net income to TWD 83.39 million from TWD 263.72 million year-on-year, impacting dividend sustainability perceptions.

TWSE:2731 Dividend History as at Jan 2025
TWSE:2731 Dividend History as at Jan 2025

Summing It All Up

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