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Investment AB Öresund And 2 Other Prominent Dividend Stocks

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As global markets navigate a landscape marked by fluctuating corporate earnings and geopolitical tensions, investors are keenly observing central bank policies and economic indicators for guidance. Amidst this backdrop of volatility, dividend stocks have garnered attention for their potential to provide steady income streams, particularly in times of uncertainty. A good dividend stock often combines a reliable payout history with strong financial health, making it an attractive option for those seeking stability in today's dynamic market environment.

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Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Investment AB Öresund (OM:ORES)

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

Overview: Investment AB Öresund (OM:ORES) is a Swedish investment company involved in asset management, with a market cap of SEK5.29 billion.

Operations: Investment AB Öresund generates its revenue from unclassified services amounting to SEK442.10 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.9%

Investment AB Öresund's dividend yield of 5.88% ranks in the top 25% of Swedish dividend payers, but its sustainability is questionable due to a high cash payout ratio of 165.3%, indicating dividends are not well covered by cash flows. Despite a low price-to-earnings ratio of 12.5x compared to the market, dividends have been volatile and unreliable over the past decade. Recent earnings results showed a significant net loss, further impacting dividend reliability.

OM:ORES Dividend History as at Feb 2025

Sankyu (TSE:9065)

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

Overview: Sankyu Inc. offers logistics services both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥293.59 billion.

Operations: Sankyu Inc.'s revenue is derived from its logistics services provided both domestically and internationally.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Sankyu's dividend yield of 3.61% is slightly below the top 25% in Japan, with a low payout ratio of 17.5%, suggesting earnings comfortably cover dividends, though cash flow coverage is weak at a high cash payout ratio of 157.9%. Dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by recent earnings growth of 20.4%. The stock trades at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio of 10.6x compared to the market average, enhancing its value proposition for investors.

TSE:9065 Dividend History as at Feb 2025

YungShin Global Holding (TWSE:3705)

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

Overview: YungShin Global Holding Corporation, with a market cap of NT$14.04 billion, operates through its subsidiaries to invest in, manufacture, and sell medicines, animal drugs, agricultural chemicals, industrial medicines, and cosmetics across Taiwan, the United States, Mainland China, and Japan.

Operations: YungShin Global Holding Corporation generates revenue from several regions, including NT$6.13 billion in Taiwan, NT$869.63 million in Japan, NT$745.69 million in the United States, and NT$73.73 million in Mainland China.

Dividend Yield: 4.2%

YungShin Global Holding's dividend payments are covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 59.5% and 56.2%, respectively, indicating sustainability despite a volatile track record over the past decade. While dividends have grown, they remain unreliable due to past fluctuations exceeding 20%. The dividend yield is slightly below the top tier in Taiwan at 4.24%. Recent earnings growth of TWD 820 million for nine months supports potential stability in future payouts.

TWSE:3705 Dividend History as at Feb 2025

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