Dividend Stocks To Consider In January 2025

As global markets navigate the early days of the Trump administration, U.S. stocks are reaching record highs, fueled by optimism over potential trade deals and AI investments. Amid this backdrop of economic shifts and investor enthusiasm, dividend stocks present a compelling option for those seeking income stability in a fluctuating market environment.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	5.93%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.90%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.67%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.49%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	4.07%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.01%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.41%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	4.05%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.54%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.80%	★★★★★★

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Inner Mongolia ERDOS ResourcesLtd (SHSE:600295)

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

Overview: Inner Mongolia Erdos Resources Co., Ltd. operates in the garment, energy, chemical, and metallurgy sectors in China with a market cap of CN¥24.20 billion.

Operations: Inner Mongolia Erdos Resources Co., Ltd. generates revenue from its operations in the garment, energy, chemical, and metallurgy sectors in China.

Dividend Yield: 8.3%

Inner Mongolia ERDOS Resources Ltd. offers a high dividend yield of 8.3%, placing it in the top 25% of CN market dividend payers. However, its dividends have been historically volatile and not well-covered by earnings, with a payout ratio of 106.7%. Despite this, dividends are covered by cash flows due to a reasonable cash payout ratio of 60.9%. Recent financials show declining net income and revenue compared to the previous year.

• Take a closer look at Inner Mongolia ERDOS ResourcesLtd's potential here in our dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Inner Mongolia ERDOS ResourcesLtd is trading behind its estimated value.

KYB (TSE:7242)

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

Overview: KYB Corporation manufactures and sells automotive, hydraulic, and aircraft components globally with a market cap of ¥145.90 billion.

Operations: KYB Corporation generates revenue from its Automotive Components segment at ¥298.68 billion, Hydraulic Components (including System Products) at ¥125.55 billion, and Aviation Equipment Business at ¥3.41 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

KYB Corporation's dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 42.1% and 46.9%, respectively, despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade. The recent share buyback program aims to enhance shareholder returns, yet net profit margins have decreased from last year. While dividend payments have grown over ten years, the current yield of 3.43% is below top-tier JP market payers. Trading at a discount to estimated fair value may offer some investment appeal.

• Get an in-depth perspective on KYB's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that KYB is priced higher than what may be justified by its financials.

Konoike TransportLtd (TSE:9025)

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

Overview: Konoike Transport Co., Ltd. is a company that provides logistics services both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥160.01 billion.

Operations: Konoike Transport Co., Ltd.'s revenue is derived from three main segments: Domestic Logistics Business generating ¥56.58 billion, Integrated Solutions Business contributing ¥210.92 billion, and International Logistics Business accounting for ¥64.29 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Konoike Transport Ltd. trades at 50.5% below its estimated fair value, presenting a potential investment opportunity despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade. Dividend payments are covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 25.9% and 38.4%, respectively, though the current yield of 3.18% is lower than top-tier payers in Japan's market (3.8%). Recent announcements indicate an increase in dividends for fiscal year ending March 2025, suggesting improved shareholder returns.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Konoike TransportLtd.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Konoike TransportLtd shares in the market.

Key Takeaways

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