In the wake of recent global market developments, U.S. stocks have rallied to record highs, fueled by optimism around potential growth and tax reforms following a significant political shift. As investors navigate this evolving landscape with an eye on economic policies and interest rate changes, dividend stocks offer a compelling option for those seeking stable income streams amidst market volatility. A good dividend stock is typically characterized by consistent payouts and robust financial health, making it an attractive choice in times of economic uncertainty.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.51% | ★★★★★★ |
| Globeride (TSE:7990) | 4.18% | ★★★★★★ |
| Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 6.69% | ★★★★★★ |
| Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI) | 4.44% | ★★★★★★ |
| E J Holdings (TSE:2153) | 3.83% | ★★★★★★ |
| James Latham (AIM:LTHM) | 6.13% | ★★★★★★ |
| Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 4.39% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.49% | ★★★★★★ |
| DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483) | 3.84% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.91% | ★★★★★★ |
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Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.
Mersen (ENXTPA:MRN)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Mersen S.A. is a company that manufactures and sells electrical power products and advanced materials across various regions including France, North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific, with a market cap of approximately €499.37 million.
Operations: Mersen S.A.'s revenue is derived from two main segments: Electrical Power, which generates €545.50 million, and Advanced Materials, contributing €681.70 million.
Dividend Yield: 5.9%
Mersen offers a high dividend yield of 5.91%, placing it in the top 25% of French dividend payers. However, its dividends have been unreliable and volatile over the past decade, with coverage issues due to insufficient free cash flows despite a low payout ratio of 39.5%. While earnings have grown modestly by 0.1% and are forecasted for further growth, investors should be cautious about sustainability given these factors.
- Navigate through the intricacies of Mersen with our comprehensive dividend report here.
- In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Mersen is trading behind its estimated value.
Oversea-Chinese Banking (SGX:O39)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, along with its subsidiaries, provides financial services across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Greater China, the rest of the Asia Pacific region and internationally; it has a market cap of SGD73.96 billion.
Operations: Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited generates its revenue from various financial services across multiple regions, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Greater China, and the broader Asia Pacific area.
Dividend Yield: 5.4%
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation's dividend yield of 5.35% is below the top quartile in Singapore, and while its payout ratio of 51.4% suggests dividends are currently covered by earnings, past volatility raises concerns about reliability. Recent earnings show growth with net income rising to S$1.97 billion for Q3 2024 from S$1.81 billion a year ago, indicating potential stability improvements. Strategic expansions into property investments and partnerships may support future dividend sustainability.
- Click here to discover the nuances of Oversea-Chinese Banking with our detailed analytical dividend report.
- According our valuation report, there's an indication that Oversea-Chinese Banking's share price might be on the expensive side.
Roland (TSE:7944)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Roland Corporation develops, manufactures, and sells electronic musical instruments, equipment, and software both in Japan and internationally with a market cap of ¥107.97 billion.
Operations: Roland Corporation's revenue primarily comes from its electronic musical instruments segment, which generated ¥100.65 billion.
Dividend Yield: 4.4%
Roland Corporation's dividend yield of 4.35% ranks in the top 25% of Japanese market payers, yet its dividends have been volatile over the past decade. The payout ratio of 70.1% indicates dividends are covered by earnings, though recent guidance revisions highlight challenges with lower-than-expected demand impacting profits. While trading below fair value estimates, Roland's strategic cost management and new product launches aim to stabilize earnings and support future dividend reliability amidst market adjustments.
- Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Roland stock in this dividend report.
- Our valuation report unveils the possibility Roland's shares may be trading at a discount.
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About TSE:7944
Roland
Engages in the development, manufacture, and sale of electronic musical instruments, equipment, and software in Japan and internationally.
Flawless balance sheet established dividend payer.
