Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In February 2025

As global markets navigate the complexities of tariff uncertainties and mixed economic signals, investors are closely monitoring indices that have shown resilience amidst fluctuating conditions. With U.S. job growth falling short of estimates and manufacturing showing signs of recovery, dividend stocks continue to attract attention for their potential to provide steady income streams in uncertain times. In such an environment, a good dividend stock is often characterized by its ability to maintain consistent payouts and demonstrate financial stability despite broader market volatility.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	4.08%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.55%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.79%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	3.99%	★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)	3.39%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.11%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.25%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.87%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	3.85%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.45%	★★★★★☆

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Bolsa Mexicana de Valores. de (BMV:BOLSA A)

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

Overview: Bolsa Mexicana de Valores, S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV:BOLSA A) operates as the primary stock exchange in Mexico, with a market cap of MX$18.14 billion.

Operations: Bolsa Mexicana de Valores, S.A.B. de C.V. generates revenue through various segments including trading services, listing fees, and market data sales in millions of MX$.

Dividend Yield: 6.3%

Bolsa Mexicana de Valores offers a compelling dividend profile with a 6.31% yield, placing it in the top quartile of MX market payers. Its dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by an 80.4% payout ratio from earnings and a 66.3% cash payout ratio, indicating coverage by both earnings and cash flows. Recent earnings growth of 6.7% further supports its dividend sustainability and attractiveness for income-focused investors.

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• The analysis detailed in our Bolsa Mexicana de Valores. de valuation report hints at an inflated share price compared to its estimated value.

St. Galler Kantonalbank (SWX:SGKN)

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

Overview: St. Galler Kantonalbank AG is a cantonal bank offering banking products and services to local residents and small to medium-sized enterprises in the Cantons of St. Gallen, with a market cap of CHF2.77 billion.

Operations: St. Galler Kantonalbank AG generates its revenue primarily through providing banking products and services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses in the Cantons of St. Gallen.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

St. Galler Kantonalbank's dividend is appealing with a 4.1% yield, ranking it in the top 25% of Swiss market payers. The dividend has been stable and growing over the past decade, backed by a sustainable payout ratio of 57.1%, forecasted to remain covered at 52.1% in three years. Despite trading at a discount to its estimated fair value, SGKN maintains low bad loan allowances, underscoring its financial prudence and reliability for dividend investors.

• Dive into the specifics of St. Galler Kantonalbank here with our thorough dividend report.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, St. Galler Kantonalbank's share price might be too pessimistic.

Wawel (WSE:WWL)

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

Overview: Wawel S.A. is a company that produces and sells cocoa, chocolate, and confectionery products in Poland with a market cap of PLN813.86 million.

Operations: Wawel S.A.'s revenue from the production and sale of confectionery products amounts to PLN672.94 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

Wawel's dividend yield of 5.56% is lower than the top 25% in the Polish market. Despite a reasonable payout ratio of 63.9%, dividends have been unreliable and volatile over the past decade, with significant fluctuations exceeding 20%. Earnings have grown modestly by 4% annually over five years, supporting dividend coverage alongside a cash payout ratio of 58.4%. The stock trades at a substantial discount to its estimated fair value, presenting potential value for investors.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Wawel.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Wawel implies its share price may be lower than expected.

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