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3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Offering Up To 8.3%

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In the wake of significant political shifts and economic policy changes, global markets have seen a rally, with major U.S. indices reaching record highs amid expectations of growth-friendly measures. As investors navigate these dynamic conditions, high-yield dividend stocks can offer attractive income opportunities by providing consistent returns even in fluctuating markets.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)4.18%★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)3.25%★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)6.69%★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)4.54%★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)4.40%★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)4.45%★★★★★★
Business Brain Showa-Ota (TSE:9658)3.89%★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)4.53%★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)3.86%★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)3.86%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1951 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

Essex Bio-Technology (SEHK:1061)

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

Overview: Essex Bio-Technology Limited is an investment holding company that develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells bio-pharmaceutical products in the People's Republic of China, Hong Kong, and internationally with a market cap of approximately HK$1.49 billion.

Operations: Essex Bio-Technology's revenue is primarily generated from its surgical segment, which accounts for HK$871.44 million, and its ophthalmology segment, contributing HK$747.39 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.6%

Essex Bio-Technology's dividend payments have been inconsistent over the past decade, with volatility and a low yield of 4.56% compared to top Hong Kong payers. However, dividends are well-covered by earnings (22.7% payout ratio) and cash flow (32.3% cash payout ratio). Recent share buybacks may enhance earnings per share, potentially benefiting future dividend stability. Despite recent dividend increases, investors should consider the company's unstable track record when evaluating its long-term dividend potential.

SEHK:1061 Dividend History as at Nov 2024
SEHK:1061 Dividend History as at Nov 2024

LH Shopping Centers Leasehold Real Estate Investment Trust (SET:LHSC)

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

Overview: LH Shopping Centers Leasehold Real Estate Investment Trust, managed by Land and Houses Fund Management Company Limited, focuses on investing in shopping centers with a market cap of THB5.42 billion.

Operations: The primary revenue segment for LH Shopping Centers Leasehold Real Estate Investment Trust is the rental of immovable properties, generating approximately THB1.36 billion.

Dividend Yield: 8.3%

LH Shopping Centers Leasehold Real Estate Investment Trust offers a high dividend yield of 8.35%, ranking in the top 25% of Thailand's market. Dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 79.5% and 76.1%, respectively, indicating sustainability despite an unstable nine-year track record marked by volatility. Trading at a good value relative to peers, recent dividend increases highlight potential growth, though past payment inconsistency remains a concern for long-term reliability.

SET:LHSC Dividend History as at Nov 2024
SET:LHSC Dividend History as at Nov 2024

Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing (TSE:7952)

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

Overview: Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing Co., Ltd. operates in the production and sale of musical instruments, with a market cap of ¥24.24 billion.

Operations: Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its Musical Instrument Education segment, which accounts for ¥63.66 billion, and Materials Processing, contributing ¥9.50 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing's dividends have grown and remained stable over the past decade, indicating reliability. However, the current yield of 3.33% is below Japan's top dividend payers' average. Despite a low payout ratio of 47.4%, suggesting coverage by earnings, high cash payout ratios (716.6%) indicate dividends aren't well supported by free cash flows, raising sustainability concerns despite consistent past payments. Recent profit margin declines further highlight potential challenges in maintaining dividend levels.

TSE:7952 Dividend History as at Nov 2024
TSE:7952 Dividend History as at Nov 2024

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