3 Reliable Dividend Stocks Yielding At Least 4.3%

In recent weeks, global markets have been marked by volatility and uncertainty, with U.S. stocks experiencing fluctuations due to policy uncertainties from the incoming Trump administration and rising interest rates impacting investor sentiment. Amid these turbulent conditions, dividend stocks offering yields of at least 4.3% can provide a measure of stability and income for investors seeking reliable returns in a shifting economic landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.61%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.57%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.15%	★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)	3.23%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	6.76%	★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)	4.52%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.37%	★★★★★★
Petrol d.d (LJSE:PETG)	5.84%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.57%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.46%	★★★★★★

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Korea Ratings (KOSDAQ:A034950)

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

Overview: Korea Ratings Co., Ltd. operates in South Korea, offering credit rating and business valuation services, with a market cap of ₩391.66 billion.

Operations: Korea Ratings Co., Ltd.'s revenue segments include Incredible, generating ₩42.35 billion, and Korean Corporate Evaluation (Excl. KR Plus), contributing ₩55.34 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.8%

Korea Ratings' dividend is supported by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 76.7% and 76.3%, respectively, indicating sustainability. The dividend yield of 5.84% ranks in the top quartile of the KR market, suggesting strong income potential for investors. However, dividends have been volatile over its less than ten-year history, with payments being unreliable in recent years despite some growth. The stock trades slightly below its estimated fair value, offering potential value for investors seeking dividends.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Korea Ratings' dividend report.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Korea Ratings' share price might be too optimistic.

Kyoei Steel (TSE:5440)

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

Overview: Kyoei Steel Ltd. manufactures, processes, and sells billets and steel products in Japan, Vietnam, North America, and internationally with a market cap of ¥76.44 billion.

Operations: Kyoei Steel Ltd.'s revenue segments include ¥152.49 billion from the Domestic Steel Business, ¥162.63 billion from the Overseas Steel Business, and ¥7.04 billion from the Environmental Recycling Business.

Dividend Yield: 5.1%

Kyoei Steel's dividend is well-supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 29.5% and 21.4%, respectively, indicating sustainability. Despite a top-tier dividend yield of 5.12% in the JP market, dividends have been volatile over the past decade, lacking reliability despite some growth. The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, presenting potential value for investors focused on dividends but wary of its unstable track record.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Kyoei Steel.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Kyoei Steel is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Shibaura ElectronicsLtd (TSE:6957)

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

Overview: Shibaura Electronics Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells thermistor elements and related products in Japan, with a market cap of ¥51.81 billion.

Operations: Shibaura Electronics Co., Ltd. generates revenue by producing and distributing thermistor elements and products that incorporate these components in the Japanese market.

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

Shibaura Electronics offers a top-tier dividend yield of 4.36% in the JP market, supported by reasonable payout ratios—61.4% from earnings and 62.9% from cash flows—indicating coverage sustainability. Despite growth in dividends over the past decade, their volatility undermines reliability, reflecting an unstable track record. Trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value enhances its appeal for dividend investors who can tolerate potential fluctuations in payouts amidst anticipated earnings growth of 12.7%.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Shibaura ElectronicsLtd.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Shibaura ElectronicsLtd implies its share price may be lower than expected.

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