3 Reliable Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 4.5%

As global markets show resilience with U.S. indexes approaching record highs and broad-based gains, investors are navigating a landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and economic shifts. Amidst this backdrop, dividend stocks offering reliable yields up to 4.5% can be an attractive option for those seeking steady income streams, especially when broader market volatility persists.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.47%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.96%	★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)	3.28%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	6.72%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.50%	★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)	4.30%	★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)	6.80%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.41%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.30%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.79%	★★★★★★

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Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Saint-Care Holding (TSE:2374)

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

Overview: Saint-Care Holding Corporation offers healthcare services in Japan and has a market cap of ¥18.10 billion.

Operations: Saint-Care Holding Corporation generates revenue through its healthcare services in Japan.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Saint-Care Holding offers a stable and reliable dividend, supported by a low payout ratio of 35.5% and a cash payout ratio of 22.4%, indicating strong earnings and cash flow coverage. Despite its dividend yield of 3.67% being slightly below the top quartile in the JP market, dividends have grown consistently over the past decade with minimal volatility. Additionally, the stock is trading at good value relative to peers and significantly below its estimated fair value.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Saint-Care Holding's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our valuation report here indicates Saint-Care Holding may be undervalued.

NTN (TSE:6472)

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

Overview: NTN Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells bearings, drive shafts, precision equipment, and other products both in Japan and globally, with a market cap of ¥130.66 billion.

Operations: NTN Corporation generates revenue from its primary segments, which include the manufacture and sale of bearings, drive shafts, and precision equipment across domestic and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

NTN Corporation's dividend yield of 4.46% is among the top 25% in Japan, yet its high payout ratio of 190.5% suggests dividends are not well covered by earnings, though cash flows provide better coverage with a cash payout ratio of 38.1%. The company's dividend history over the past decade has been volatile and unreliable, with significant annual drops exceeding 20%. Despite trading significantly below estimated fair value, debt coverage remains a concern.

• Navigate through the intricacies of NTN with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, NTN's share price might be too pessimistic.

Ampoc Far-East (TWSE:2493)

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

Overview: Ampoc Far-East Co., Ltd. is a company that researches, manufactures, and supplies equipment and materials for the electronic industry in Taiwan, with a market cap of NT$12.47 billion.

Operations: Ampoc Far-East Co., Ltd. generates revenue by providing specialized equipment and materials to Taiwan's electronic sector.

Dividend Yield: 4.6%

Ampoc Far-East's dividend yield of 4.59% ranks in the top 25% of Taiwan's market, with dividends covered by earnings and cash flows at payout ratios of 85% and 82.9%, respectively. Despite recent sales growth, net income has declined slightly year-over-year, impacting earnings per share. The company's dividend history shows volatility with annual drops over 20%, raising concerns about sustainability despite trading below its estimated fair value by 26.1%.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Ampoc Far-East's dividend report.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Ampoc Far-East's current price could be quite moderate.

Summing It All Up

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