Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In November 2024

As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and economic fluctuations, U.S. indexes are approaching record highs, buoyed by broad-based gains and positive labor market data. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a measure of stability and income potential; their consistent payouts may provide some reassurance amid ongoing uncertainties.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.78%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.47%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.20%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.61%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.58%	★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)	4.30%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.41%	★★★★★★
James Latham (AIM:LTHM)	6.06%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.30%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	4.88%	★★★★★★

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

KEPCO Plant Service & EngineeringLtd (KOSE:A051600)

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

Overview: KEPCO Plant Service & Engineering Co., Ltd. operates in the maintenance and engineering services sector, with a market cap of ₩2.09 trillion.

Operations: KEPCO Plant Service & Engineering Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its core activities in maintenance and engineering services.

Dividend Yield: 4.7%

KEPCO Plant Service & Engineering Ltd. offers a dividend yield of 4.66%, ranking in the top 25% of KR market payers, with dividends covered by earnings (53% payout ratio) and cash flows (35.1% cash payout ratio). Despite recent earnings growth of 24.2%, its dividend history is volatile over five years, impacting reliability perceptions. The stock trades at a favorable P/E ratio of 11.4x compared to the industry average, suggesting good relative value despite an unstable dividend track record.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of KEPCO Plant Service & EngineeringLtd.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that KEPCO Plant Service & EngineeringLtd is trading behind its estimated value.

Shinhan Financial Group (KOSE:A055550)

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

Overview: Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd. offers a range of financial products and services both in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩28.04 trillion.

Operations: Shinhan Financial Group Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its banking segment with ₩9.17 trillion, followed by the credit card segment at ₩2.13 trillion and securities at ₩830.17 billion, while facing negative contributions from credit and insurance segments.

Dividend Yield: 3.8%

Shinhan Financial Group's dividend yield of 3.77% is below the top 25% in the KR market, but dividends are well covered by earnings with a low payout ratio of 24.7%. Despite past volatility and an unstable dividend track record, dividends have increased over the last decade. The stock trades at a significant discount to estimated fair value, potentially offering upside if analyst predictions hold true. Recent share buybacks aim to enhance shareholder value.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Shinhan Financial Group's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Shinhan Financial Group's current price could be quite moderate.

Security Bank (PSE:SECB)

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

Overview: Security Bank Corporation, with a market cap of ₱63.67 billion, offers a range of banking and financial products and services to wholesale and retail clients in the Philippines through its subsidiaries.

Operations: Security Bank Corporation's revenue segments include Retail Banking at ₱2.86 billion, Business Banking at ₱1.56 billion, and Wholesale Banking at ₱7.61 billion, with Financial Markets contributing negatively by -₱0.53 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Security Bank's dividend yield of 3.55% is lower than the top 25% in the PH market, yet dividends are well covered with a low payout ratio of 22.6%. Despite a volatile and unreliable dividend history, payments have increased over the past decade. The stock trades at a discount to its estimated fair value, suggesting potential relative value. Recent earnings reports show growth in net income and interest income, supporting future dividend coverage.

• Dive into the specifics of Security Bank here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Security Bank's shares may be trading at a discount.

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