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Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In November 2024

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As global markets navigate through a period of broad-based gains and geopolitical uncertainties, U.S. indexes are approaching record highs, bolstered by strong labor market reports and stabilizing economic conditions. In this context, dividend stocks present an appealing option for investors seeking steady income amidst fluctuating market dynamics. A good dividend stock typically offers consistent payouts and potential for growth, making it a valuable consideration in today's investment landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)7.01%★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)4.47%★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)3.25%★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)4.57%★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)6.72%★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)4.51%★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)4.30%★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)4.37%★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)5.41%★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)4.30%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1947 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)

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

Overview: Saudi Awwal Bank, along with its subsidiaries, offers banking and financial services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a market cap of SAR67.09 billion.

Operations: Saudi Awwal Bank generates revenue from several segments, including Treasury (SAR1.91 billion), Capital Markets (SAR445.65 million), Wealth & Personal Banking (SAR3.70 billion), and Corporate and Institutional Banking (SAR7.02 billion).

Dividend Yield: 6.1%

Saudi Awwal Bank's dividend yield is among the top 25% in the Saudi Arabian market, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 53.7%, ensuring current and future coverage by earnings. However, its dividend history shows volatility with unreliable growth over the past decade. Despite this, recent earnings growth of 18.3% and a low price-to-earnings ratio of 8.9x compared to the market suggest potential value for investors seeking high-yield opportunities amidst fluctuating dividends.

SASE:1060 Dividend History as at Nov 2024
SASE:1060 Dividend History as at Nov 2024

Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group (TSE:7173)

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

Overview: Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group, Inc. offers financial services to small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan with a market cap of ¥130.15 billion.

Operations: Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group, Inc. generates revenue through its provision of financial services tailored to the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group offers a stable dividend profile with consistent payments over the past decade and a low payout ratio of 9.7%, indicating strong coverage by earnings. However, the dividend yield of 3.48% is below the top quartile in Japan, possibly limiting its appeal to yield-focused investors. Despite trading at 65.2% below estimated fair value, concerns about high bad loans (2.1%) may affect long-term sustainability and investor confidence in future dividends.

TSE:7173 Dividend History as at Nov 2024
TSE:7173 Dividend History as at Nov 2024

Kedge Construction (TWSE:2546)

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

Overview: Kedge Construction Co., Ltd. is involved in constructing, developing, leasing, and selling housing and building properties in Taiwan with a market cap of NT$9.48 billion.

Operations: Kedge Construction Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its construction segment, amounting to NT$13.98 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.1%

Kedge Construction's recent earnings report shows improved quarterly net income, but a decline over nine months, indicating potential volatility. Despite a dividend yield of 5.09%, placing it among the top 25% in Taiwan, its dividend history is unstable with past volatility and unreliable growth. The payout ratio of 60.6% suggests dividends are covered by earnings, though the high cash payout ratio of 88.5% raises sustainability concerns amidst fluctuating financial performance.

TWSE:2546 Dividend History as at Nov 2024
TWSE:2546 Dividend History as at Nov 2024

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