February 2025's Top Dividend Stocks To Consider

As global markets navigate a turbulent landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and consumer spending concerns, investors are increasingly looking to dividend stocks as a potential source of stability and income. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks with strong fundamentals and resilient cash flows can be particularly appealing, offering a measure of predictability amid economic uncertainties.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (SEHK:3618)	8.73%	★★★★★★
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	5.92%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	4.00%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.05%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.79%	★★★★★★
Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878)	4.04%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.93%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.41%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.23%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.88%	★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 2009 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

Cuckoo Holdings (KOSE:A192400)

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

Overview: Cuckoo Holdings Co., Ltd. and its subsidiaries manufacture and sell electric heaters and daily necessities in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of approximately ₩679.06 billion.

Operations: Cuckoo Holdings Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its Electric Heating Appliances segment, which amounts to approximately ₩810.25 million.

Dividend Yield: 5%

Cuckoo Holdings offers an appealing profile for dividend investors with a 5.03% yield, placing it in the top 25% of KR market payers. The company's dividends are well-supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 27% and 50.2%, respectively. Although dividends have been stable and growing over six years, their relatively short history may warrant caution. A low P/E ratio of 5.4x suggests potential undervaluation compared to the KR market average of 12.4x.

• Take a closer look at Cuckoo Holdings' potential here in our dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Cuckoo Holdings is trading beyond its estimated value.

Japan Property Management CenterLtd (TSE:3276)

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

Overview: Japan Property Management Center Co., Ltd. operates in the real estate sector, focusing on property management services, with a market cap of ¥19.79 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Property Management Business and its Ancillary Businesses, amounting to ¥58.99 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.1%

Japan Property Management Center Ltd. presents a mixed outlook for dividend investors. Despite offering a 5.14% yield, placing it in the top 25% of JP market payers, its dividend history is marked by volatility over the past decade. However, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios at 53.3% and 37.8%, respectively. Recent share buybacks totaling ¥1 billion aim to enhance shareholder returns and improve capital efficiency, potentially benefiting future dividend stability.

• Dive into the specifics of Japan Property Management CenterLtd here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates Japan Property Management CenterLtd may be undervalued.

Taiwan Shin Kong Security (TWSE:9925)

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

Overview: Taiwan Shin Kong Security Co., Ltd. offers security services both in Taiwan and internationally, with a market cap of NT$15.85 billion.

Operations: Taiwan Shin Kong Security Co., Ltd.'s revenue is derived from its Cash Delivery Business (NT$1.18 billion), Electronic Service Business (NT$3.16 billion), and Long-Term Residence Business (NT$1.66 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Taiwan Shin Kong Security offers a 4.85% dividend yield, ranking it among the top 25% of payers in the Taiwan market. Despite stable and growing dividends over the past decade, concerns arise as its cash payout ratio of 131.9% indicates dividends are not covered by free cash flows, though earnings coverage is adequate at an 86.4% payout ratio. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 17.8x suggests favorable valuation compared to the broader market's 21.9x.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Taiwan Shin Kong Security with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Taiwan Shin Kong Security's shares may be trading at a premium.

Turning Ideas Into Actions

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

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