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3 Dividend Stocks Offering Yields Up To 5.5%

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In a week marked by mixed performances across major global indices, growth stocks have outpaced their value counterparts significantly, highlighting the ongoing divergence in market trends. With geopolitical factors and economic data releases creating a dynamic backdrop for investors, dividend stocks continue to offer an appealing avenue for those seeking steady income amid fluctuating markets. In such conditions, selecting high-yield dividend stocks can be a strategic choice for investors looking to balance potential market volatility with reliable returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)4.57%★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)4.26%★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)3.19%★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)4.70%★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)3.98%★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)3.21%★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)4.49%★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)4.04%★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)4.46%★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)5.45%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1944 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

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

Arnoldo Mondadori Editore (BIT:MN)

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

Overview: Arnoldo Mondadori Editore S.p.A., with a market cap of €561.99 million, operates in Europe through its subsidiaries, focusing on the publishing of books and magazines.

Operations: Arnoldo Mondadori Editore S.p.A.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Trade Books segment (€393.84 million), followed by Retail (€209.86 million), Educational Books (€240.71 million), Media (€145.86 million), and Corporate & Shared Services (€86.31 million).

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

Arnoldo Mondadori Editore's dividend yield is among the top 25% in Italy, with a payout ratio of 56.4%, indicating dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows. Despite its high debt level, the company trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value. Recent share buybacks may enhance shareholder value, though net income has slightly declined year-on-year. The company's dividends have been stable and growing over the past five years but lack a long-term track record.

BIT:MN Dividend History as at Dec 2024

Compagnie Générale des Établissements Michelin Société en commandite par actions (ENXTPA:ML)

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

Overview: Compagnie Générale des Établissements Michelin Société en commandite par actions manufactures and sells tires worldwide with a market cap of €22.61 billion.

Operations: Michelin's revenue segments consist of €14.16 billion from Automotive and Related Distribution, €6.84 billion from Road Transportation and Related Distribution, and €6.74 billion from Specialty Businesses and Related Distribution.

Dividend Yield: 4.2%

Michelin's dividend payments have grown over the past decade, but they have been volatile. The payout ratio of 50.2% suggests dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with a cash payout ratio of 32.5%. Currently trading below its estimated fair value, Michelin offers a dividend yield of 4.22%, lower than top-tier French companies. Recent plant closures in Cholet and Vannes may impact future operations but reflect strategic restructuring efforts amidst market challenges.

ENXTPA:ML Dividend History as at Dec 2024

Semba (TSE:6540)

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

Overview: Semba Corporation specializes in the planning, design, construction, and supervision of commercial spaces both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥15.16 billion.

Operations: Semba Corporation generates revenue through its activities in the planning, design, construction, and supervision of commercial spaces across Japan and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 4.2%

Semba's dividend payments have been unreliable over the past eight years, with volatility exceeding 20% annually. Despite this, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 37.1% and 65.2%, respectively. Earnings grew significantly by 86.4% last year, supporting dividend sustainability. Trading at a discount to its estimated fair value, Semba offers a competitive dividend yield of 4.21%, ranking in the top quartile among Japanese companies.

TSE:6540 Dividend History as at Dec 2024

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