Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In December 2024

As global markets continue to navigate a landscape marked by political shifts and mixed economic signals, major U.S. stock indexes have shown divergence, with growth stocks outperforming their value counterparts significantly. Amid these dynamics, dividend stocks remain an attractive option for investors seeking steady income streams, particularly in sectors that may be resilient to the fluctuations seen in energy and materials markets. A good dividend stock typically offers a combination of reliable yield and financial stability, making it a potential anchor for portfolios during times of market volatility.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.95%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.63%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.31%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.66%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	3.98%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.35%	★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)	4.50%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.54%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.44%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	4.85%	★★★★★★

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

Altri SGPS (ENXTLS:ALTR)

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

Overview: Altri SGPS is a company that produces and sells cellulosic fibers and energy both in Portugal and internationally, with a market cap of €1.06 billion.

Operations: Altri SGPS generates revenue primarily from the production and commercialization of cellulosic fibers, amounting to €841.88 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Altri SGPS has demonstrated strong earnings growth, with a recent net income surge to €27.6 million in Q3 2024 from €0.2 million the previous year, supporting its dividend sustainability. Despite a low cash payout ratio of 22.6%, indicating dividends are well-covered by cash flows, the dividend yield of 4.85% lags behind top-tier Portuguese payers. The company faces challenges with an unstable dividend history and high debt levels, impacting reliability perceptions among investors.

• Take a closer look at Altri SGPS' potential here in our dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Altri SGPS is trading behind its estimated value.

Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii (IBSE:AKSA)

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

Overview: Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii A.S. operates in the manufacturing and sale of textiles, chemicals, and other industrial products both in Turkey and internationally, with a market cap of TRY40.13 billion.

Operations: Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii A.S. generates its revenue primarily from the Fibres segment, which accounts for TRY18.91 billion, followed by Energy at TRY1.17 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4%

Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii's dividend yield of 4.03% ranks in the top 25% of Turkish payers but is not well-supported by free cash flows, raising sustainability concerns. Despite a reasonable payout ratio of 58.3%, earnings cover dividends, yet past payments have been volatile and unreliable over the decade. Recent earnings improved with TRY 1.1 billion net income for nine months ending September 2024, contrasting last year's loss, potentially stabilizing future payouts amidst declining sales figures.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii.
• Our valuation report here indicates Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii may be overvalued.

Totech (TSE:9960)

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

Overview: Totech Corporation operates in Japan, specializing in the sale of environment control equipment, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥106.10 billion.

Operations: Totech Corporation's revenue is primarily derived from its Merchandise Sales Business, which accounts for ¥86.50 billion, and its Construction Business, contributing ¥61.32 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Totech Corporation's dividend payments are well-supported by a low payout ratio of 22.3% and a cash payout ratio of 30%, indicating sustainability. Despite a recent stock split, the company's dividends remain stable, with reliable growth over the past decade. However, its current yield of 3.46% is below Japan's top tier payers. The recent follow-on equity offering may impact future payouts, but earnings guidance suggests continued profitability with JPY 9 billion expected for fiscal year-end March 2025.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Totech's dividend report.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Totech's share price might be too pessimistic.

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