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Exploring SGX Dividend Stocks With DBS Group Holdings And Two Others

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As global markets navigate through technological advancements and heightened cybersecurity measures, the Singapore Exchange (SGX) remains a focal point for investors looking for stability and potential growth. Amidst these evolving dynamics, dividend stocks like DBS Group Holdings offer a particular appeal due to their potential for regular income and relative resilience in fluctuating markets.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Singapore

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Civmec (SGX:P9D)6.22%★★★★★★
Singapore Exchange (SGX:S68)3.60%★★★★★☆
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) (SGX:BS6)3.67%★★★★★☆
BRC Asia (SGX:BEC)7.58%★★★★★☆
UOB-Kay Hian Holdings (SGX:U10)6.92%★★★★★☆
UOL Group (SGX:U14)3.58%★★★★★☆
Bumitama Agri (SGX:P8Z)6.82%★★★★★☆
Singapore Airlines (SGX:C6L)7.10%★★★★★☆
YHI International (SGX:BPF)6.63%★★★★★☆
Sing Investments & Finance (SGX:S35)6.09%★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 21 stocks from our Top SGX Dividend Stocks screener.

We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.

DBS Group Holdings (SGX:D05)

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

Overview: DBS Group Holdings Ltd operates as a commercial bank offering financial services across Singapore, Hong Kong, Greater China, South and Southeast Asia, and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately SGD 101.48 billion.

Operations: DBS Group Holdings Ltd generates its revenue through commercial banking and financial services across various regions including Singapore, Hong Kong, Greater China, South and Southeast Asia, and other international markets.

Dividend Yield: 5.5%

DBS Group Holdings has shown a mixed performance in dividend reliability, with a history of volatility over the past decade. Despite this, recent dividends have been covered by earnings with a current payout ratio of 50.8% and forecasted coverage at 66.8% in three years. The firm recently increased its dividend to SGD 0.54 per share for Q1 2024 and reported a significant rise in net income to SGD 2.96 billion for the same period, up from SGD 2.57 billion year-over-year, indicating potential stability ahead despite historical inconsistencies and recent executive changes aimed at addressing technology issues within the bank.

SGX:D05 Dividend History as at May 2024
SGX:D05 Dividend History as at May 2024

Bumitama Agri (SGX:P8Z)

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

Overview: Bumitama Agri Ltd. is an investment holding company that produces and trades crude palm oil, palm kernel, and related products in Indonesia, with a market capitalization of approximately SGD 1.21 billion.

Operations: Bumitama Agri Ltd. generates IDR 15.44 billion from its plantations and palm oil mills segment.

Dividend Yield: 6.8%

Bumitama Agri Ltd. offers a high dividend yield of 6.82%, ranking in the top 25% of Singaporean dividend payers. However, its dividends have shown inconsistency over the past decade with notable fluctuations exceeding 20% annually, raising concerns about reliability. Despite this, both earnings and cash flows provide adequate coverage for current dividends, with payout ratios at 40.4% and cash payout ratios at 60.8%, respectively. The company's stock is trading at a significant discount—56.8% below estimated fair value—suggesting potential undervaluation relative to peers and industry standards.

SGX:P8Z Dividend History as at May 2024
SGX:P8Z Dividend History as at May 2024

China Sunsine Chemical Holdings (SGX:QES)

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

Overview: China Sunsine Chemical Holdings Ltd. is an investment holding company that produces and markets specialty chemicals across China, other parts of Asia, the United States, and Europe, with a market capitalization of SGD 382.79 million.

Operations: China Sunsine Chemical Holdings Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its Rubber Chemicals segment, which contributed CN¥4.38 billion, along with additional revenues from Heating Power and Waste Treatment segments totaling CN¥221.29 million and CN¥29.76 million respectively.

Dividend Yield: 6.2%

China Sunsine Chemical Holdings has a history of unstable and unreliable dividend payments over the past decade, with fluctuations that include an annual drop of over 20%. Despite this volatility, the dividends are well supported financially, showing a low payout ratio of 20.8% and a cash payout ratio of 30.2%, indicating they are well covered by both earnings and cash flows. Recent activities include share repurchases initiated on May 13, 2024, underlining potential confidence in the company's valuation. The stock is trading at a significant discount—74.7% below its estimated fair value—suggesting it may be undervalued compared to its industry peers.

SGX:QES Dividend History as at May 2024
SGX:QES Dividend History as at May 2024

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