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Oversea-Chinese Banking And 2 Other Top Dividend Stocks On SGX

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As the Singapore market navigates a landscape of global economic uncertainties and fluctuating indices, investors are increasingly turning their attention to dividend stocks for stability and income generation. In this environment, understanding what makes a good dividend stock—such as consistent payouts and strong financial health—becomes crucial, with Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) standing out alongside two other top performers on the SGX.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Singapore

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
BRC Asia (SGX:BEC)6.84%★★★★★☆
Bumitama Agri (SGX:P8Z)6.17%★★★★★☆
Singapore Airlines (SGX:C6L)7.43%★★★★★☆
YHI International (SGX:BPF)6.36%★★★★★☆
Singapore Exchange (SGX:S68)3.17%★★★★★☆
QAF (SGX:Q01)5.99%★★★★★☆
Genting Singapore (SGX:G13)4.79%★★★★☆☆
Oversea-Chinese Banking (SGX:O39)5.79%★★★★☆☆
United Overseas Bank (SGX:U11)5.47%★★★★☆☆
Delfi (SGX:P34)6.54%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 17 stocks from our Top SGX Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.

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, and internationally with a market cap of SGD68.34 billion.

Operations: Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited's revenue is primarily derived from its Global Wholesale Banking segment at SGD5.23 billion, followed closely by the Global Consumer/Private Banking segment at SGD5.19 billion, with additional contributions from the Insurance segment amounting to SGD1.27 billion and Global Markets at SGD512 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.8%

Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation's (OCBC) dividend payments are currently covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 52.8%, suggesting sustainability, though its track record over the past decade has been volatile. Recent financial results show net income growth to S$3.93 billion for H1 2024, indicating potential stability in earnings that can support dividends. However, OCBC's dividend yield of 5.79% is slightly below the top quartile in Singapore, and its dividend history remains inconsistent.

SGX:O39 Dividend History as at Oct 2024

QAF (SGX:Q01)

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

Overview: QAF Limited is an investment holding company involved in the manufacture and distribution of bread, bakery, and confectionery products across Singapore, Australia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and internationally with a market cap of SGD480.35 million.

Operations: QAF Limited generates revenue primarily from its Bakery segment, amounting to SGD460.50 million, and its Distribution & Warehousing segment, contributing SGD164.22 million.

Dividend Yield: 6%

QAF Limited's dividend yield of 5.99% places it in the top quartile among Singaporean dividend payers, although its historical reliability is questionable due to a lack of growth over the past decade. The company's dividends are currently covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios around 82%. Recent financial performance shows significant improvement, with net income rising to S$12.48 million for H1 2024, supporting its interim dividend payment of S$0.01 per share in September.

SGX:Q01 Dividend History as at Oct 2024

Singapore Exchange (SGX:S68)

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

Overview: Singapore Exchange Limited operates an integrated securities and derivatives exchange, related clearing houses, and an electricity market in Singapore, with a market cap of SGD12.15 billion.

Operations: Singapore Exchange Limited generates revenue from various segments, including Equities - Cash at SGD334.94 million, Platform and Others at SGD240.20 million, Equities - Derivatives at SGD334.05 million, and Fixed Income, Currencies and Commodities at SGD322.50 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Singapore Exchange offers a stable dividend profile, supported by a sustainable payout ratio of 61.7% and consistent cash flow coverage at 69.9%. Despite its dividend yield of 3.17% being below the top quartile in Singapore, it remains reliable with steady growth over the past decade. Recent financial results show revenue at S$1.23 billion and net income at S$597.91 million for FY2024, reinforcing its capacity to maintain dividends amidst executive changes like appointing Daniel Koh as CFO from December 2024.

SGX:S68 Dividend History as at Oct 2024

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