Top 3 Dividend Stocks To Consider For Your Portfolio

As global markets experience a positive shift, with cooling inflation and strong bank earnings propelling U.S. stocks higher, investors are increasingly looking to dividend stocks as a stable source of income amidst fluctuating economic conditions. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks that offer consistent payouts and potential for growth can be an effective strategy to enhance portfolio resilience and capitalize on market opportunities.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.11%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.33%	★★★★★★
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.38%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.69%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.49%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.46%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	4.02%	★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)	6.68%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.93%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.89%	★★★★★★

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KCE Electronics (SET:KCE)

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

Overview: KCE Electronics Public Company Limited, along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and distributes electric printed circuit boards (PCBs) globally under the KCE trademark, with a market cap of THB26.01 billion.

Operations: KCE Electronics generates revenue primarily from its Printed Circuit Board Business (THB17.38 billion), followed by the Prepreg and Laminate Business (THB3.16 billion), and the Chemical Business (THB925.40 million).

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

KCE Electronics' dividend payments, while covered by earnings (83.1% payout ratio) and cash flows (43% cash payout ratio), have been volatile over the past decade with inconsistent growth. Despite a dividend yield of 5.6%, it falls short compared to top-tier payers in Thailand. Recent earnings showed a decline in quarterly revenue and net income, though year-to-date figures indicate some improvement in net income, reflecting potential challenges for consistent dividend reliability moving forward.

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• Our expertly prepared valuation report KCE Electronics implies its share price may be lower than expected.

Mizrahi Tefahot Bank (TASE:MZTF)

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

Overview: Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, offers a variety of international, commercial, domestic, and personal banking services to individuals and businesses in Israel, Switzerland, and globally, with a market cap of ₪44.35 billion.

Operations: Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd. generates revenue through its diverse range of banking services provided to individual and corporate clients across Israel, Switzerland, and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 4.2%

Mizrahi Tefahot Bank's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, with a low yield of 4.22% compared to top dividend payers in Israel. Despite this, dividends are currently well covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 35.9%, and future coverage is projected at 46.3%. Recent earnings growth of 5% and improved net income suggest potential for sustainable dividends, though historical instability remains a concern for reliability-focused investors.

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• The analysis detailed in our Mizrahi Tefahot Bank valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Mitsubishi Steel Mfg (TSE:5632)

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

Overview: Mitsubishi Steel Mfg. Co., Ltd. is involved in the manufacturing and sale of steel products, construction machinery parts, automotive parts, and machinery and equipment, with a market cap of ¥23.81 billion.

Operations: Mitsubishi Steel Mfg. Co., Ltd.'s revenue segments include Spring at ¥69.17 billion, Materials at ¥19.57 billion, and Special Steel at ¥82.67 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Mitsubishi Steel Mfg's dividend yield of 4.08% ranks in the top 25% among Japanese dividend payers, yet its dividends have been volatile and not consistently covered by earnings. The company is unprofitable with a high level of debt, raising concerns about sustainability. However, the low cash payout ratio of 13.2% indicates that dividends are well covered by cash flows, providing some reassurance despite past volatility and financial challenges.

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• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Mitsubishi Steel Mfg shares in the market.

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