3 Dividend Stocks To Consider With Up To 5.8% Yield

As global markets grapple with geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, investors are increasingly seeking stability through dividend stocks. In such a volatile environment, companies that offer reliable dividend yields can provide a measure of income security and potential for steady returns, making them an attractive consideration for those looking to navigate the current market challenges.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	5.87%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.91%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.61%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.03%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.24%	★★★★★★
Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878)	4.06%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.92%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.37%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.48%	★★★★★★
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483)	3.90%	★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 2010 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

VSTECS Holdings (SEHK:856)

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

Overview: VSTECS Holdings Limited is an investment holding company that develops IT product channels and offers technical solution integration services across North Asia and South East Asia, with a market cap of approximately HK$11.89 billion.

Operations: VSTECS Holdings Limited generates its revenue from three main segments: Cloud Computing (HK$3.44 billion), Enterprise Systems (HK$44.82 billion), and Consumer Electronics (HK$31.69 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

VSTECS Holdings' dividend yield of 3.47% is below the top quartile in Hong Kong, and its dividend history has been unreliable with volatility over the past decade. Despite this, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flow, with payout ratios at 41.1% and 48.9%, respectively. Recent board changes include appointing Mr. Yu Dingheng as an independent non-executive director, potentially bringing new strategic insights given his extensive experience in asset management and capital markets.

• Get an in-depth perspective on VSTECS Holdings' performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that VSTECS Holdings is priced higher than what may be justified by its financials.

Sing Investments & Finance (SGX:S35)

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

Overview: Sing Investments & Finance Limited, with a market cap of SGD264.81 million, offers financing services to both individuals and corporations in Singapore.

Operations: Sing Investments & Finance Limited's revenue primarily comes from its Financing Business and Related Nominee Services, amounting to SGD71.82 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.9%

Sing Investments & Finance's dividend yield of 5.86% ranks in the top 25% of Singaporean payers, though its dividends have been volatile and not well-covered by free cash flow. Despite a low payout ratio of 42.3%, indicating coverage by earnings, the lack of free cash flow raises sustainability concerns. Recent earnings growth is notable, with net income increasing to S$36.34 million for 2024 from S$33.21 million in 2023, suggesting potential for future stability if managed effectively.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Sing Investments & Finance stock in this dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates Sing Investments & Finance may be undervalued.

Radiant Opto-Electronics (TWSE:6176)

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

Overview: Radiant Opto-Electronics Corporation manufactures and sells backlight modules and light guide plates for LCD panels across Asia, Europe, and the United States with a market cap of NT$89.98 billion.

Operations: Radiant Opto-Electronics Corporation's revenue segments include NT$27.42 billion from the Taiwan region and NT$36.25 billion from the Mainland district.

Dividend Yield: 5.1%

Radiant Opto-Electronics offers a dividend yield of 5.05%, placing it in the top 25% of Taiwanese payers, yet its dividends have been volatile and not well-covered by free cash flow, with a high cash payout ratio of 91%. The payout ratio stands at 79.6%, indicating earnings coverage, but sustainability concerns persist due to forecasted earnings decline. Recent executive retirements may impact strategic direction, potentially affecting future dividend stability.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Radiant Opto-Electronics' dividend report.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Radiant Opto-Electronics' share price might be on the expensive side.

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