3 Top Dividend Stocks Offering Yields Up To 4.4%

In the wake of recent global market movements, U.S. stocks have surged to new heights following a "red sweep" in the elections, with investors optimistic about potential economic growth and regulatory changes. Amidst these developments, dividend stocks become an attractive option for those seeking steady income streams; they offer potential stability and yield benefits even as markets react to political and economic shifts.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.51%	★★★★★★
Globeride (TSE:7990)	4.18%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	6.69%	★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)	4.44%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	3.83%	★★★★★★
James Latham (AIM:LTHM)	6.13%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.39%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.49%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.84%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	4.90%	★★★★★★

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TangShan Port GroupLtd (SHSE:601000)

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

Overview: TangShan Port Group Co., Ltd operates in the transportation and warehousing services sector in China with a market cap of CN¥26.79 billion.

Operations: TangShan Port Group Co., Ltd's revenue segments include transportation and warehousing services in China.

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

TangShan Port Group Ltd offers a mixed dividend profile. While its 4.42% yield ranks in the top 25% of Chinese dividend payers, the company's dividends have been volatile over the past decade. Despite this instability, dividends are well-covered by earnings (62.6%) and cash flows (60%). Recent financials show slight declines in revenue and net income for nine months ending September 2024, highlighting potential challenges amidst its attractive valuation with a P/E ratio of 14.2x below market average.

• Click here to discover the nuances of TangShan Port GroupLtd with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility TangShan Port GroupLtd's shares may be trading at a discount.

GREE (TSE:3632)

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

Overview: GREE, Inc. engages in Internet entertainment, investment, and incubation activities both in Japan and globally, with a market cap of ¥71.34 billion.

Operations: GREE, Inc.'s revenue segments include the Game and Anime Business at ¥42.19 billion, the Metaverse Business at ¥7.24 billion, the DX Business at ¥5.82 billion, and the Investment Business at ¥2.32 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4%

GREE Holdings, Inc. presents a complex dividend outlook. Despite being in the top 25% of Japanese dividend payers with a yield of 3.96%, its dividends have been volatile and are not well-covered by earnings, given a high payout ratio of 156.4%. However, cash flows do cover dividends with an 83.9% cash payout ratio. Recent restructuring into a holding company may impact future stability as profit margins have decreased to 3.1%.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of GREE stock in this dividend report.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that GREE's current price could be quite moderate.

Rix (TSE:7525)

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

Overview: Rix Corporation manufactures and sells machinery equipment and industrial materials in Japan with a market cap of ¥22.35 billion.

Operations: Rix Corporation's revenue segments include machinery equipment and industrial materials in Japan.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Rix Corporation offers a compelling dividend profile with its 4.09% yield ranking in the top 25% of Japanese payers and a low payout ratio of 22.3%, ensuring earnings cover dividends well. Cash flows also support payouts, reflected by a cash payout ratio of 48.7%. However, the dividend track record shows volatility over the past decade, indicating potential instability despite being undervalued at 87.5% below estimated fair value.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Rix.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Rix is trading behind its estimated value.

Summing It All Up

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