Global Dividend Stocks Spotlight: 3 Top Picks

In a week marked by volatility, global markets showed resilience with U.S. stocks rebounding despite concerns over credit market risks and regional banking health, while dovish signals from the Federal Reserve suggested potential monetary easing. As investors navigate these uncertain waters, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking to balance growth with consistent returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks Globally

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	5.27%	★★★★★★
Torigoe (TSE:2009)	4.01%	★★★★★★
Scandinavian Tobacco Group (CPSE:STG)	9.78%	★★★★★★
NCD (TSE:4783)	4.28%	★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)	4.07%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.47%	★★★★★★
Daicel (TSE:4202)	4.30%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.48%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.61%	★★★★★★
Binggrae (KOSE:A005180)	4.60%	★★★★★★

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Time Publishing and Media (SHSE:600551)

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

Overview: Time Publishing and Media Co., Ltd. operates as a publisher of books and periodicals in China, with a market cap of CN¥6.03 billion.

Operations: Time Publishing and Media Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from publishing books and periodicals in China.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Time Publishing and Media's dividend yield of 4.09% ranks in the top 25% of CN market payers, with dividends covered by earnings (77.6% payout ratio) and cash flows (84.2% cash payout ratio). Despite a decade-long increase in payments, dividends have been volatile, with significant annual drops over 20%. Recent earnings showed improved net income at CNY 208.83 million for H1 2025 despite declining sales and revenue compared to the previous year.

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• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential overvaluation of Time Publishing and Media shares in the market.

Koike Sanso KogyoLtd (TSE:6137)

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

Overview: Koike Sanso Kogyo Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, and sells gases, welding and cutting machines and systems for industries processing steel plates, aluminum, and stainless steel both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥30.50 billion.

Operations: Koike Sanso Kogyo Co., Ltd. generates revenue from three main segments: High-Pressure Gas at ¥20.40 billion, Welding Equipment at ¥8.09 billion, and Machinery and Equipment at ¥25.76 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Koike Sanso Kogyo Ltd. trades at a 19.1% discount to its estimated fair value, presenting potential value for investors. Although dividends have increased over the past decade, they remain unreliable and volatile with significant annual drops exceeding 20%. Despite this instability, dividends are well covered by earnings (33.2% payout ratio) and cash flows (44.4% cash payout ratio). However, its dividend yield of 3.11% is below Japan's top quartile of payers at 3.64%.

• Take a closer look at Koike Sanso KogyoLtd's potential here in our dividend report.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Koike Sanso KogyoLtd's current price could be quite moderate.

SAN Holdings (TSE:9628)

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

Overview: SAN Holdings, Inc. operates in Japan providing funeral services and has a market capitalization of ¥30.55 billion.

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Dividend Yield: 3.6%

SAN Holdings offers a stable dividend history with reliable payments over the past decade. The company recently affirmed its dividend guidance, expecting JPY 28.50 per share for both the third quarter and fiscal year end of August 2026. Despite trading at a significant discount to fair value, SAN's dividends are well covered by earnings (15.9% payout ratio) and cash flows (38.3% cash payout ratio). However, its yield of 3.58% is slightly below Japan's top quartile payers at 3.64%.

• Dive into the specifics of SAN Holdings here with our thorough dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our SAN Holdings valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

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