Top Dividend Stocks Including Samsung Life Insurance

In a week marked by geopolitical tensions and fluctuating corporate earnings, global markets experienced mixed outcomes, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average seeing modest gains while technology stocks faced pressure from emerging AI competition. Amid these market dynamics, dividend stocks remain an attractive option for investors seeking stability and income in uncertain times.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Totech (TSE:9960)	3.80%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.31%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	4.12%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.54%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.49%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.41%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.12%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.56%	★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)	6.68%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	3.93%	★★★★★★

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Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.

Samsung Life Insurance (KOSE:A032830)

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

Overview: Samsung Life Insurance Co., Ltd. operates in the life insurance sector both in Korea and internationally, with a market capitalization of ₩17.06 trillion.

Operations: Samsung Life Insurance Co., Ltd. generates its revenue from three main segments: Domestic - Insurance with ₩26.51 trillion, Domestic - Card and Installment Lease with ₩4.02 trillion, and Overseas operations contributing ₩145.04 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Samsung Life Insurance recently declared an annual cash dividend of W4,500 per share, totaling W808 billion. The company has consistently increased its dividend payments over the past decade with minimal volatility. Its dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, boasting a payout ratio of 26.7% and a cash payout ratio of 9.5%. Despite trading below fair value estimates, its current yield is slightly lower than the top quartile in the KR market.

• Dive into the specifics of Samsung Life Insurance here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Samsung Life Insurance is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Dimerco Data System (TPEX:5403)

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

Overview: Dimerco Data System Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, focuses on designing, developing, and selling software products in Taiwan and has a market capitalization of approximately NT$9.95 billion.

Operations: Dimerco Data System Corporation generates revenue primarily from its Software Sector, contributing NT$809.87 million, and its Hardware Department, which accounts for NT$2.07 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.6%

Dimerco Data System's dividend yield of 4.6% ranks in the top 25% of Taiwan's market, but its sustainability is questionable due to a high cash payout ratio of 137.1%. Although dividends have grown over the past decade, they have been volatile and not consistently reliable. The company's earnings cover its current payout ratio of 81.5%, yet recent declines in net income suggest potential challenges in maintaining dividend stability without improved cash flow coverage.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Dimerco Data System with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Our valuation report here indicates Dimerco Data System may be overvalued.

Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)

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

Overview: Yamato Kogyo Co., Ltd. operates through its subsidiaries to manufacture and sell steel products both in Japan and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥485.74 billion.

Operations: Yamato Kogyo Co., Ltd. generates its revenue primarily through the manufacturing and sale of steel products across domestic and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

Yamato Kogyo offers a dividend yield of 3.93%, placing it among the top 25% in Japan's market. The dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 25.4% and covered by cash flows at 33.1%. Despite recent declines in profit margins from last year, the company's share buyback program indicates confidence in its financial health, having repurchased shares worth ¥4.49 billion recently.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Yamato Kogyo's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Yamato Kogyo implies its share price may be too high.

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