Three Compelling Dividend Stocks To Consider

As global markets navigate a landscape of fluctuating interest rates and geopolitical uncertainties, investors are seeking stability amid volatility. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a compelling opportunity for those looking to balance income with potential growth, as they often provide regular payouts that can help cushion against market swings.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.06%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.90%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.25%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.58%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.01%	★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)	3.41%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.46%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.94%	★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)	6.52%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.46%	★★★★★★

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MFE-Mediaforeurope (BIT:MFEB)

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

Overview: MFE-Mediaforeurope N.V. operates in the television industry in Italy and Spain, with a market cap of €2.02 billion.

Operations: MFE-Mediaforeurope N.V. generates revenue through its television operations in both Italy and Spain.

Dividend Yield: 5.8%

MFE-Mediaforeurope offers a compelling dividend yield of 5.84%, ranking in the top 25% among Italian dividend payers. The company's dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 61.8% and 41.9%, respectively, despite a historically unstable track record over the past decade. Recent earnings growth supports sustainability, with sales reaching €2 billion for the first nine months of 2024 and net income rising to €96.2 million from €71 million year-over-year.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of MFE-Mediaforeurope.
• The analysis detailed in our MFE-Mediaforeurope valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Aisin (TSE:7259)

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

Overview: Aisin Corporation manufactures and sells automotive parts, as well as energy and lifestyle-related products, with a market cap of ¥1.34 trillion.

Operations: Aisin Corporation's revenue segments are comprised of ¥3.09 trillion from Japan, ¥1.06 trillion from North America, ¥590.47 million from China, ¥514.99 million from ASEAN India, and ¥310.67 million from Europe.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Aisin's dividend payments are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 72.3% and 56.8%, respectively, though the dividend history has shown volatility over the past decade. Despite this instability, dividends have grown in the last ten years. The recent completion of a significant share buyback program worth ¥83.91 billion could enhance shareholder value but doesn't directly impact dividend stability or yield competitiveness in Japan's market.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Aisin's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our valuation report here indicates Aisin may be overvalued.

Brenntag (XTRA:BNR)

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

Overview: Brenntag SE is a global distributor of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients, operating across Germany, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and the Asia Pacific with a market cap of approximately €8.78 billion.

Operations: Brenntag SE's revenue segments include Brenntag Essentials in Latin America (€665.50 million), North America (€4.28 billion), Asia Pacific (€745.20 million), and Europe, Middle East & Africa (€3.35 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Brenntag's dividend payments are well-supported by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 56.1% and 45.1%, respectively, ensuring sustainability. The company has maintained stable dividends over the past decade, though its yield of 3.46% is below the top tier in Germany. Despite recent declines in net income, Brenntag's strategic expansion in APAC through partnerships like Aquaporin could bolster future growth prospects without compromising dividend reliability.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Brenntag with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Brenntag implies its share price may be lower than expected.

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