Three Top Dividend Stocks To Consider

As global markets navigate mixed signals, with U.S. indices closing a strong year despite recent slumps and European inflationary pressures prompting cautious monetary policies, investors are increasingly focused on strategies that offer stability and income potential. In this context, dividend stocks emerge as appealing options due to their ability to provide regular income streams while potentially benefiting from capital appreciation in fluctuating market conditions.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.10%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.09%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.84%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.68%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	4.04%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.45%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.38%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.83%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	6.07%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.89%	★★★★★★

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Jinneng Holding Shanxi Coal Industryltd (SHSE:601001)

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

Overview: Jinneng Holding Shanxi Coal Industry Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, is involved in the production and sale of coal and related chemical products in China, with a market capitalization of CN¥22.43 billion.

Operations: Jinneng Holding Shanxi Coal Industry Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily through the production and sale of coal and related chemical products in China.

Dividend Yield: 5.9%

Jinneng Holding Shanxi Coal Industry Ltd. offers a compelling dividend profile with dividends well-covered by earnings (payout ratio: 40.1%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 30.4%). Although dividends have been stable, they have only been issued for two years, limiting historical reliability. The stock trades at 66.4% below its estimated fair value and offers a competitive dividend yield of 5.9%, placing it in the top quartile of CN market payers despite recent flat earnings performance.

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• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Jinneng Holding Shanxi Coal Industryltd is trading behind its estimated value.

Nicca ChemicalLtd (TSE:4463)

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

Overview: Nicca Chemical Co., Ltd. is a company that produces and distributes surfactants for various industries including textiles, metals, pulp and paper, paints, dyes, synthetic resins, and cleaning agents both in Japan and globally, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥17.97 billion.

Operations: Nicca Chemical Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its Chemicals segment at ¥38.33 billion and its Cosmetics segment at ¥13.44 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

Nicca Chemical Ltd. offers a competitive dividend yield of 4.41%, ranking in the top 25% of JP market payers, with dividends well-covered by earnings and cash flows, evidenced by low payout ratios (25.7% and 23.8%). However, its dividend history is marked by volatility over the past decade despite recent increases in payments. The stock trades significantly below its estimated fair value, but investors should be cautious due to its unstable dividend track record.

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• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Nicca ChemicalLtd is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Rich Honour International Designs (TWSE:6754)

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

Overview: Rich Honour International Designs Co., Ltd. operates in the design industry and has a market capitalization of NT$4.30 billion.

Operations: Rich Honour International Designs Co., Ltd. generates its revenue primarily from its Decoration Engineering Business, amounting to NT$5.44 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.4%

Rich Honour International Designs Co., Ltd. maintains a strong position among dividend payers in Taiwan, with a yield of 5.37% and payments well-supported by earnings (56% payout ratio) and cash flow (33.1% cash payout ratio). Despite only five years of dividend history, payments have been stable and growing, reflecting solid earnings growth of 23.5%. The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, enhancing its appeal for income-focused investors.

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• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Rich Honour International Designs shares in the market.

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