Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In December 2024

As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by rate cuts from the ECB and SNB, alongside expectations for a Fed cut, investors are witnessing mixed performances across major indices. While the Nasdaq Composite reached new heights, other indexes faced declines amid evolving economic data and monetary policy shifts. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, providing an attractive option for those seeking to balance growth with consistent returns amidst market fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	7.05%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.70%	★★★★★★
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.27%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.22%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	4.05%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	3.93%	★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)	6.65%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	3.88%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.79%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.55%	★★★★★★

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Panora Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi (IBSE:PAGYO)

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

Overview: Panora Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi A.S. operates in the real estate investment sector, focusing on managing and developing properties, with a market capitalization of TRY6.16 billion.

Operations: Panora Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi A.S. generates revenue primarily from its commercial real estate investment trust (REIT) segment, amounting to TRY574.41 million.

Dividend Yield: 4%

Panora Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi has shown strong earnings growth, with a significant rise in net income for the third quarter of 2024 to TRY 154.8 million. Despite this growth, the company's dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade. However, dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows, with low payout ratios of 27% and 26.5%, respectively. The dividend yield stands at an attractive 4.04%, positioning it among the top payers in Turkey's market.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Panora Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi's dividend report.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Panora Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

SillaLtd (KOSE:A004970)

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

Overview: Silla Co., Ltd operates in the deep-sea fishery business in South Korea with a market cap of ₩157.38 billion.

Operations: Silla Co., Ltd's revenue is primarily derived from the Deep Sea Fishery Sector at ₩212.58 billion, followed by the Fishery Product Distribution Sector at ₩189.59 billion, Agricultural Products & Brokerage at ₩40.81 billion, and the Steel Business contributing ₩30.94 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5%

Silla Ltd.'s dividends are well-supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 48.5% and 11.2%, respectively. Despite being profitable this year, the company has only paid dividends for five years without any increase, reflecting an unreliable dividend history. Trading significantly below its estimated fair value, Silla offers a dividend yield of 5.02%, placing it in the top quarter among Korean market payers but lacks long-term stability.

• Click here to discover the nuances of SillaLtd with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that SillaLtd's share price might be on the cheaper side.

JNBY Design (SEHK:3306)

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

Overview: JNBY Design Limited operates in the design, marketing, retail, and sale of fashion apparel, accessory products, and household goods both in China and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$8.19 billion.

Operations: JNBY Design Limited's revenue is primarily derived from its Mature Brand segment at CN¥2.94 billion, followed by Younger Brands at CN¥2.18 billion, and Emerging Brands at CN¥109.84 million.

Dividend Yield: 8.1%

JNBY Design's dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 73.4% and 42.9%, respectively. Despite a top-tier dividend yield of 8.15% in Hong Kong, its seven-year history shows volatility and unreliability in payments. Recent approval for a final dividend of HK$0.86 per share highlights ongoing shareholder returns, though significant insider selling raises caution about future stability despite trading below estimated fair value.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of JNBY Design stock in this dividend report.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of JNBY Design shares in the market.

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