Qingdao Citymedia Co And 2 Other Reliable Dividend Stocks For Your Portfolio

As global markets navigate through uncertainties like tariff tensions and mixed economic signals, investors are increasingly seeking stability in their portfolios. Dividend stocks, known for providing regular income and potential for capital appreciation, can be a reliable choice amid such volatile conditions.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.88%	★★★★★★
Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878)	4.01%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.98%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.38%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.12%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.04%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.31%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.82%	★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)	6.51%	★★★★★★
Archer-Daniels-Midland (NYSE:ADM)	4.46%	★★★★★☆

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Qingdao Citymedia Co (SHSE:600229)

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

Overview: Qingdao Citymedia Co., Ltd. operates in China, focusing on the publication and distribution of books, periodicals, journals, and electronic audio-visual publications, with a market cap of approximately CN¥4.82 billion.

Operations: Qingdao Citymedia Co., Ltd.'s revenue primarily stems from its activities in publishing and distributing books, periodicals, journals, and electronic audio-visual materials within China.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Qingdao Citymedia Co.'s dividend yield is in the top 25% of CN market payers, with a payout ratio of 62.6% and cash payout ratio of 56.4%, indicating dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows. However, its dividend track record is less stable, with payments being volatile over its nine-year history. Although trading slightly below fair value, large one-off items affect financial results, impacting overall earnings quality and reliability for long-term investors.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Qingdao Citymedia Co's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Qingdao Citymedia Co's share price might be too pessimistic.

Bros Eastern.Ltd (SHSE:601339)

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

Overview: Bros Eastern., Ltd is involved in the research, development, production, and sales of top-dyed mélange yarn and color-spun yarn with a market cap of CN¥7.94 billion.

Operations: Bros Eastern., Ltd generates its revenue primarily from the yarn segment, which accounts for CN¥7.44 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

Bros Eastern Ltd.'s dividend yield is among the top 25% in the CN market, yet its high payout ratio of 121% indicates dividends are not well covered by earnings, though cash flows cover them with a lower cash payout ratio of 30.7%. Despite a decade of growth, dividends have been volatile and unreliable. The company trades at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio compared to the market but faces challenges with declining profit margins and large one-off items affecting financial results.

• Take a closer look at Bros Eastern.Ltd's potential here in our dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Bros Eastern.Ltd's shares may be trading at a discount.

Topre (TSE:5975)

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

Overview: Topre Corporation manufactures and sells components and products for automobiles, temperature-controlled logistics, air conditioning systems, and electronic equipment across Japan, the United States, China, Mexico, Thailand, Indonesia, and India with a market cap of ¥94.98 billion.

Operations: Topre Corporation's revenue is primarily derived from its Press-Related Product Business, generating ¥299.27 billion, and its Thermostat Related Segment, contributing ¥53.85 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Topre Corporation's dividend has increased recently, with a full-year expectation of ¥35.00 per share compared to ¥30.00 last year, yet its historical dividend reliability is questionable due to volatility. The payout ratio of 52.8% suggests dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows, supported by a low cash payout ratio of 21.7%. Despite trading below estimated fair value and forecasted earnings growth, profit margins have declined from the previous year, impacting overall financial stability for dividend investors.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Topre with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Our valuation report here indicates Topre may be undervalued.

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