Global Dividend Stocks: 3 Top Picks To Enhance Your Portfolio

As global markets navigate a landscape dominated by new U.S. tariffs and mixed economic signals, investors are seeking stability amid uncertainty. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential for growth, making them an attractive option for enhancing your portfolio.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks Globally

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	4.41%	★★★★★★
Nissan Chemical (TSE:4021)	3.94%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.38%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	5.25%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	4.07%	★★★★★★
Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878)	4.40%	★★★★★★
Daicel (TSE:4202)	4.76%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.99%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	4.69%	★★★★★★
Allianz (XTRA:ALV)	4.44%	★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1512 stocks from our Top Global Dividend Stocks screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

Ace Bed (KOSDAQ:A003800)

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

Overview: Ace Bed Company Limited manufactures and sells beds and furniture products in Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩330.96 billion.

Operations: Ace Bed Company Limited's revenue is primarily derived from the sale of beds, accounting for ₩296.19 billion, and furniture products contributing ₩27.57 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

Ace Bed's dividend payments are well-supported by both earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 24.9% and a cash payout ratio of 37.3%. The company offers an attractive dividend yield of 4.38%, ranking in the top quarter among Korean market peers. Despite only five years of dividend history, payments have been stable and growing. Recent earnings showed increased sales but lower net income, indicating potential volatility in future payouts.

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• Our expertly prepared valuation report Ace Bed implies its share price may be too high.

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company (TSE:4182)

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

Overview: Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. operates in Japan, focusing on the production and sale of basic and fine chemicals as well as functional materials, with a market cap of ¥472.07 billion.

Operations: Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. generates revenue primarily from its Functional Chemicals segment, which accounts for ¥444.18 billion, and its Green Energy & Chemicals segment, contributing ¥323.20 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company offers a dividend yield of 3.88%, slightly below the top quartile in Japan, with dividends growing steadily over the past decade. Despite this growth, dividends are not covered by free cash flows, raising sustainability concerns. The payout ratio is reasonable at 41.5%, indicating coverage by earnings but not cash flow. Recent strategic alliances and steady earnings growth suggest potential for future improvements in financial stability and dividend reliability.

• Take a closer look at Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company's potential here in our dividend report.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

SBI Holdings (TSE:8473)

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

Overview: SBI Holdings, Inc. operates in the online securities and investment sectors in Japan and Saudi Arabia, with a market cap of approximately ¥1.64 trillion.

Operations: SBI Holdings, Inc. generates its revenue primarily from online securities and investment operations in Japan and Saudi Arabia.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

SBI Holdings' dividend yield of 3.06% is below Japan's top quartile, and while dividends have increased recently, they remain volatile over the past decade. The payout ratio of 34.6% suggests coverage by earnings, and a low cash payout ratio of 3.5% indicates strong cash flow support. Recent strategic moves include a significant private placement to Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation and plans to transfer shares in SBI Sumishin Net Bank to NTT Docomo, potentially impacting future financial stability.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of SBI Holdings stock in this dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our SBI Holdings valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Key Takeaways

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