3 Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In Your Portfolio

In recent weeks, global markets have experienced volatility, driven by cautious commentary from the Federal Reserve and political uncertainties such as looming government shutdowns. Despite these challenges, dividend stocks remain an attractive option for investors seeking steady income streams and potential resilience in turbulent times.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.38%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.93%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.56%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.52%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.89%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.24%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	3.83%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	6.02%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.72%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	5.22%	★★★★★★

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Khonburi Sugar (SET:KBS)

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

Overview: Khonburi Sugar Public Company Limited manufactures and distributes sugar in Thailand, Asia, Europe, and internationally with a market cap of THB3.42 billion.

Operations: Khonburi Sugar Public Company Limited generates revenue primarily from its sugar cane segment (THB11.50 billion), followed by sugar and molasses trading (THB1.86 billion), and utilities (THB1.87 billion).

Dividend Yield: 9.6%

Khonburi Sugar's dividend payments are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 27.2% and 28.7%, respectively, despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade. The company offers a high dividend yield of 9.65%, placing it in the top quarter of Thai market payers, though its financial position is burdened by significant debt levels. Recent earnings showed mixed results with increased nine-month net income but a third-quarter net loss.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Khonburi Sugar's dividend report.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Khonburi Sugar is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Pro-Ship (TSE:3763)

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

Overview: Pro-Ship Incorporated develops, sells, consults, and customizes solution packages for asset and sales management in Japan with a market cap of ¥19.95 billion.

Operations: Pro-Ship Incorporated generates revenue through its development, sales, consulting, and customization services for solution packages focused on asset and sales management in Japan.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Pro-Ship's dividend payments are well-supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 41.8% and 39.5%, respectively, reflecting stability over the past decade. Although its 3.23% yield is below Japan's top quartile, recent adoption of a progressive dividend policy signals commitment to increasing dividends. The company trades at a significant discount to estimated fair value and has shown strong earnings growth of 40% this year, enhancing its attractiveness for dividend investors.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Pro-Ship stock in this dividend report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Pro-Ship implies its share price may be lower than expected.

Nippon Air conditioning Services (TSE:4658)

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

Overview: Nippon Air Conditioning Services Co., Ltd. operates in the air conditioning services industry and has a market cap of ¥35.61 billion.

Operations: Nippon Air Conditioning Services Co., Ltd. generates its revenue from various segments within the air conditioning services industry, with specific amounts not provided in the text.

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Nippon Air Conditioning Services offers a compelling dividend profile with a 3.88% yield, placing it in Japan's top quartile. Despite stable and growing dividends over the past decade, the lack of free cash flow coverage raises sustainability concerns. The company trades at an attractive price-to-earnings ratio of 11.4x compared to the market average of 13.4x, though high non-cash earnings warrant caution regarding dividend reliability despite strong recent earnings growth of 38.7%.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Nippon Air conditioning Services' performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Nippon Air conditioning Services' shares may be trading at a discount.

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