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Top 3 KRX Dividend Stocks For June 2024

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The South Korean market has shown resilience with a steady 5.7% increase over the past year, despite recent stagnation in the last week. In light of expected earnings growth of 29% per annum in the coming years, dividend stocks remain an attractive option for those looking to potentially benefit from solid yields in a growing market environment.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In South Korea

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Kia (KOSE:A000270)4.28%★★★★★★
NH Investment & Securities (KOSE:A005940)6.39%★★★★★☆
Shinhan Financial Group (KOSE:A055550)4.41%★★★★★☆
Industrial Bank of Korea (KOSE:A024110)7.18%★★★★★☆
KT (KOSE:A030200)5.38%★★★★★☆
LOTTE Fine Chemical (KOSE:A004000)4.55%★★★★★☆
KB Financial Group (KOSE:A105560)3.88%★★★★★☆
Kyung Nong (KOSE:A002100)4.85%★★★★★☆
Korea Cast Iron Pipe Ind (KOSE:A000970)5.91%★★★★☆☆
Hansae Yes24 Holdings (KOSE:A016450)5.34%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 68 stocks from our Top KRX Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of from the screener.

Koryo Credit Information (KOSDAQ:A049720)

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

Overview: Koryo Credit Information Co., Ltd. operates in debt collection, credit investigation, and civil complaint agency services both domestically and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately ₩151.51 billion.

Operations: Koryo Credit Information Co., Ltd. generates its revenue primarily from debt collection, credit investigation, and civil complaint agency services across both domestic and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Koryo Credit Information has demonstrated a growing commitment to dividends, with increments over the past three years, despite its short dividend history. With a current yield of 3.67%, it stands above the market average of 3.55%. The sustainability of these payments is supported by a modest payout ratio of 46.8% and an even lower cash payout ratio at 26.1%, indicating strong coverage by both earnings and cash flows. However, the company's relatively recent initiation into dividend distribution suggests potential volatility in its future dividend stability.

KOSDAQ:A049720 Dividend History as at Jun 2024
KOSDAQ:A049720 Dividend History as at Jun 2024

Youngone (KOSE:A111770)

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

Overview: Youngone Corporation specializes in manufacturing and selling clothing, shoes, and outdoor supplies globally, with a market capitalization of approximately ₩1.51 trillion.

Operations: Youngone Corporation generates its revenue primarily from the global sales of clothing, footwear, and outdoor equipment.

Dividend Yield: 3.8%

Youngone Corporation, with a dividend yield of 3.76%, ranks in the top 25% of dividend payers in the South Korean market. The company's dividends are well-supported by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 12.2% and 14.2% respectively, indicating robust coverage. Despite this strong financial backing, Youngone has a relatively short dividend history of only five years and an unstable track record, which may raise concerns about the sustainability of future dividends. Additionally, on June 10, 2024, Youngone announced a share repurchase program to buy back up to ₩50 billion worth of shares to enhance shareholder value.

KOSE:A111770 Dividend History as at Jun 2024
KOSE:A111770 Dividend History as at Jun 2024

Cuckoo Holdings (KOSE:A192400)

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

Overview: Cuckoo Holdings Co., Ltd. operates in the manufacture and sale of electric heaters and daily necessities, serving both domestic and international markets, with a market capitalization of approximately ₩675.95 billion.

Operations: Cuckoo Holdings Co., Ltd. generates its revenue primarily from the production and sales of electric heaters and daily necessities across global markets.

Dividend Yield: 5%

Cuckoo Holdings, trading at 75.3% below its estimated fair value, offers a dividend yield of 5.02%, placing it in the top 25% of Korean dividend payers. The dividends, supported by a payout ratio of 28% and a cash payout ratio of 40.5%, show strong coverage by both earnings and cash flows. However, the company's dividend track record is relatively short and unstable, having initiated payments only five years ago with inconsistent growth patterns since then.

KOSE:A192400 Dividend History as at Jun 2024
KOSE:A192400 Dividend History as at Jun 2024

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