3 Dividend Stocks Offering Yields Up To 6%

In a week marked by volatility, global markets have been influenced by fluctuating corporate earnings and emerging AI competition, with the Nasdaq Composite experiencing significant declines due to tech sell-offs. As central banks like the ECB cut rates while others hold steady, investors are navigating these shifts with an eye on dividend stocks that can offer stable returns amidst uncertainty. In this environment, dividend stocks can provide a reliable income stream and potential for capital appreciation, making them an attractive option for those seeking stability in their investment portfolios.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.26%	★★★★★★
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	5.78%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.74%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.55%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.48%	★★★★★★
Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878)	4.03%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	5.13%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	3.94%	★★★★★★
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671)	6.69%	★★★★★★
Archer-Daniels-Midland (NYSE:ADM)	4.48%	★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1944 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

Universal Robina (PSE:URC)

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

Overview: Universal Robina Corporation is a branded food product company with operations in the Philippines and internationally, and it has a market cap of ₱134.23 billion.

Operations: Universal Robina Corporation generates revenue primarily from its Branded Consumer Food segment at ₱62.97 billion and its Agro-Industrial and Commodity Food segment at ₱133.22 billion.

Dividend Yield: 6.1%

Universal Robina Corporation (URC) offers a reliable dividend history with stable growth over the past decade. Its current payout ratio of 75.8% and cash payout ratio of 66.7% indicate dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, although the yield of 6.07% is below top-tier levels in the Philippine market. Recent executive changes, including a new CFO and a president for its branded consumer foods segment, may influence future strategic directions but have not impacted its dividend stability thus far.

• Dive into the specifics of Universal Robina here with our thorough dividend report.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Universal Robina's share price might be on the cheaper side.

Value Valves (TPEX:4580)

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

Overview: Value Valves Co., Ltd. is a Taiwanese company involved in the research, development, design, manufacture, inspection, and marketing of valves, with a market capitalization of NT$4.11 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include NT$810.71 million from the Value Division in China and NT$1.85 billion from the Value Division in Taiwan.

Dividend Yield: 5%

Value Valves' dividend prospects are mixed due to an unstable track record, with payments being volatile over its six-year history. Despite this, dividends are covered by earnings (payout ratio: 62.6%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 54%). The company trades slightly below its estimated fair value. Recent earnings show a decline in quarterly sales to NT$587.75 million and net income to NT$55.46 million, which may impact future dividend stability.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Value Valves.
• Our valuation report here indicates Value Valves may be undervalued.

Bunka Shutter (TSE:5930)

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

Overview: Bunka Shutter Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells various shutters and construction materials in Japan, with a market cap of ¥137.26 billion.

Operations: Bunka Shutter Co., Ltd. generates revenue from several segments, including the Shutter Business at ¥98.54 billion, Construction-Related Materials Business at ¥88.31 billion, Service Business at ¥30.87 billion, and Refurbishment Business at ¥5.69 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Bunka Shutter's dividends are supported by a low payout ratio of 48.3% and cash flow coverage at 31.8%, indicating sustainability despite past volatility. The dividend has increased over the last decade, although it remains below top-tier yields in Japan at 3.32%. Trading significantly below its estimated fair value suggests potential for capital appreciation, but the historical instability of payments may concern some investors seeking consistent returns.

• Take a closer look at Bunka Shutter's potential here in our dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates Bunka Shutter may be overvalued.

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