Focus Technology Leads Our 3 Must-Know Dividend Stocks

In a week marked by economic uncertainty and fluctuating indices, global markets have shown mixed results, with technology stocks facing pressure amid cautious earnings reports. As investors navigate these turbulent waters, dividend stocks remain an attractive option due to their potential for steady income and resilience during volatile market conditions. Understanding what makes a strong dividend stock—such as consistent earnings growth and robust cash flow—can be crucial in these times.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Mitsubishi Shokuhin (TSE:7451)	3.86%	★★★★★★
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.69%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.19%	★★★★★★
Globeride (TSE:7990)	4.12%	★★★★★★
Financial Institutions (NasdaqGS:FISI)	5.03%	★★★★★★
Innotech (TSE:9880)	4.86%	★★★★★★
Business Brain Showa-Ota (TSE:9658)	4.22%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	5.00%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.97%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	5.01%	★★★★★★

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Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Focus Technology (SZSE:002315)

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

Overview: Focus Technology Co., Ltd. operates e-commerce platforms both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥10.08 billion.

Operations: Focus Technology Co., Ltd.'s revenue is primarily derived from its e-commerce platforms operating within China and internationally.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Focus Technology's dividend payments are covered by earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 72% and a cash payout ratio of 51.5%. The company offers a competitive dividend yield, ranking in the top 25% of CN market payers. Despite this, its dividend history is unstable and volatile over the past decade. Recent earnings growth supports dividend sustainability, with net income reaching CNY 357.71 million for the nine months ended September 2024.

• Take a closer look at Focus Technology's potential here in our dividend report.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Focus Technology is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Tong Yang Industry (TWSE:1319)

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

Overview: Tong Yang Industry Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells automotive and motorcycle parts, components, and models in Taiwan, China, the United States, and internationally with a market cap of NT$64.47 billion.

Operations: Tong Yang Industry Co., Ltd.'s revenue segments include the manufacture and sale of automotive and motorcycle parts, components, and models in Taiwan, China, the United States, and other international markets.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Tong Yang Industry's dividends are supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 59.4% and 56.1%, respectively. Despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade, recent earnings growth of TWD 1.04 billion for Q2 2024 suggests improved sustainability. However, its dividend yield of 3.67% is below the top quartile in Taiwan's market, highlighting potential limitations for income-focused investors seeking high yields from stable payers.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Tong Yang Industry.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Tong Yang Industry is trading behind its estimated value.

Fulgent Sun International (Holding) (TWSE:9802)

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

Overview: Fulgent Sun International (Holding) Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the production and sale of sports and leisure outdoor footwear in Taiwan, with a market cap of NT$21.51 billion.

Operations: Fulgent Sun International (Holding) Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its production and sales of sports and leisure outdoor footwear, amounting to NT$13.90 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

Fulgent Sun International's dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 66.8% and 39.8%, respectively, despite a volatile history over the past decade. The dividend yield of 4.42% ranks in Taiwan's top quartile, though recent earnings declines—net income dropped to TWD 102.29 million for Q3 2024 from TWD 338.47 million a year ago—may impact future payouts amid ongoing equity offerings and private placements totaling over TWD 1 billion.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Fulgent Sun International (Holding) with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Fulgent Sun International (Holding) is priced higher than what may be justified by its financials.

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