3 Dividend Stocks To Consider Yielding Up To 6.4%

In a volatile week for global markets, major U.S. stock indices reached record highs amid a rally in growth stocks, while geopolitical tensions and economic data releases captured investor attention. With the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting and interest rate decisions looming large, investors are increasingly considering dividend stocks as a potential source of stable income amidst market fluctuations. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks with strong fundamentals and consistent payout histories can be an effective strategy to navigate uncertain times while potentially benefiting from steady returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.99%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.61%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.75%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.43%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	4.00%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.44%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	3.86%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.61%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.46%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	5.31%	★★★★★★

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Saudi Telecom (SASE:7010)

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

Overview: Saudi Telecom Company, along with its subsidiaries, offers telecommunications, information, media, and digital payment services both in Saudi Arabia and internationally, with a market cap of SAR203.96 billion.

Operations: Saudi Telecom Company's revenue segments include SAR49.43 billion from Saudi Telecom Company, SAR15.03 billion from Saudi Telecom Channels Company, SAR11.20 billion from Arabian Internet and Communications Services Company (Solutions), SAR4.33 billion from Kuwait Telecommunications Company (Stc Kuwait), SAR1.92 billion from STC Bahrain BSC (C) (Stc Bahrain), and additional contributions from other subsidiaries such as STC Bank, Public Telecommunications Company (Specialized), Advanced Technology and Cybersecurity Company (Sirar), and Gulf Digital Media Model Company LTD (Intigral).

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Saudi Telecom's dividend payments have been reliable and stable over the past decade, with a payout ratio of 60%, indicating sustainability. The cash payout ratio of 58.4% suggests dividends are well-covered by cash flows. Although its dividend yield of 3.91% is below the top tier in the Saudi market, it remains attractive for consistent payouts. Recent earnings showed slight declines in net income but continued revenue growth, supporting ongoing dividend reliability.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Saudi Telecom with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Saudi Telecom is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Liechtensteinische Landesbank (SWX:LLBN)

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

Overview: Liechtensteinische Landesbank Aktiengesellschaft offers banking products and services in Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, and internationally with a market cap of CHF2.14 billion.

Operations: Liechtensteinische Landesbank generates revenue through its Retail & Corporate Banking segment with CHF313.30 million and International Wealth Management segment with CHF241.83 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Liechtensteinische Landesbank's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, with an unstable track record. However, its dividends are well covered by earnings, maintaining a low payout ratio of 49.7%, which is forecasted to remain stable in three years. Despite earnings growth of 11.3% annually over five years and trading at 29.7% below fair value, its dividend yield of 3.85% lags behind top Swiss market payers. Recent CHF 200 million fixed-income offering may impact financial flexibility.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Liechtensteinische Landesbank stock in this dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our Liechtensteinische Landesbank valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

ITmedia (TSE:2148)

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

Overview: ITmedia Inc. develops and operates internet-only media platforms providing information on various topics in Japan, with a market cap of ¥30.15 billion.

Operations: ITmedia Inc.'s revenue is derived from its B to B Media Business, which generates ¥6.58 billion, and its B to C Media Business, contributing ¥1.43 billion.

Dividend Yield: 6.4%

ITmedia's dividend yield of 6.43% ranks in the top 25% of Japanese market payers, with stable and growing dividends over the past decade. However, its high payout ratios—136.8% from earnings and 133.3% from cash flows—indicate unsustainable dividend coverage, raising concerns about future payments despite trading at a discount to fair value. Earnings are projected to grow by 10.61% annually, but current dividends aren't supported by earnings or free cash flow stability.

• Get an in-depth perspective on ITmedia's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility ITmedia's shares may be trading at a premium.

Summing It All Up

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