Top 3 Dividend Stocks To Enhance Your Portfolio

As global markets navigate a mixed start to the year with U.S. stocks closing out a strong performance in 2024 and economic indicators showing varied signals, investors are increasingly looking for stability amid uncertainty. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential for growth, making them an attractive option for enhancing portfolios.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.58%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.10%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.61%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.41%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.39%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.89%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.89%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	3.84%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	6.07%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	5.06%	★★★★★★

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Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

LX Hausys (KOSE:A108670)

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

Overview: LX Hausys, Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells building materials both in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩310.38 billion.

Operations: LX Hausys generates revenue from its Building Materials segment, amounting to ₩2.56 trillion, and its Automotive Materials / Industrial Films segment, contributing ₩1.01 trillion.

Dividend Yield: 5.3%

LX Hausys offers a dividend yield in the top 25% of the KR market, supported by sustainable payout ratios from both earnings (33.3%) and cash flows (36.8%). However, its dividend history is marked by volatility and a lack of growth over nine years. The stock trades at 58.5% below its estimated fair value, indicating potential for capital appreciation despite an unstable dividend track record. Earnings have recently turned positive, with further growth forecasted.

• Dive into the specifics of LX Hausys here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report LX Hausys implies its share price may be lower than expected.

Kasikornbank (SET:KBANK)

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

Overview: Kasikornbank Public Company Limited, along with its subsidiaries, offers commercial banking products and services both in Thailand and internationally, with a market capitalization of THB374.35 billion.

Operations: Kasikornbank generates revenue primarily from its Retail Business (THB69.98 billion), Corporate Business (THB87.72 billion), Muang Thai Group Holding Business (THB13.42 billion), and Treasury and Capital Markets Business and World Business Group (THB32.99 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4.7%

Kasikornbank's dividend yield of 4.75% is lower than the top 25% in Thailand but remains supported by a low payout ratio of 37.4%, suggesting sustainability despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade. The bank's earnings grew significantly by 34% last year, and dividends are expected to be well covered in three years at a 40.2% payout ratio. However, its high level of bad loans (3.8%) warrants caution for investors seeking stability.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Kasikornbank with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• The analysis detailed in our Kasikornbank valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Mitani (TSE:8066)

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

Overview: Mitani Corporation operates in the information system, construction, and energy sectors both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥171.59 billion.

Operations: Mitani Corporation's revenue is primarily derived from its Corporate Supply Related Business, which generated ¥234.23 billion, followed by the Lifestyle/Local Service Related Business at ¥147.62 billion, and the Information System Related Business contributing ¥30.64 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Mitani's dividend yield of 3.36% is below the top 25% in Japan, though supported by a low payout ratio of 28.4%, indicating sustainability despite past volatility and unreliability in dividends over ten years. Recent earnings growth of 20.2% enhances coverage, while a share buyback program worth ¥1.73 billion completed recently aims to boost shareholder value, reflecting a commitment to capital policy improvements amidst fluctuating dividend stability.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Mitani.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Mitani shares in the market.

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