Highlighting January 2025's Leading Dividend Stocks

As global markets experience a boost from cooling inflation and strong bank earnings, major U.S. stock indexes have rebounded, with value stocks outperforming growth shares amid rising oil prices and profit-taking in large-cap technology stocks. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks stand out as attractive options for investors seeking steady income streams; their appeal is further enhanced by the current economic backdrop of easing inflationary pressures and robust corporate earnings.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371)	4.31%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.58%	★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)	4.67%	★★★★★★
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)	4.07%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.44%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	4.16%	★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)	3.52%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.62%	★★★★★★
Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095)	4.01%	★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)	4.05%	★★★★★★

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We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Sinopower Semiconductor (TPEX:6435)

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

Overview: Sinopower Semiconductor, Inc. is involved in the research, design, manufacture, and sale of power semiconductor components and related modules both in Taiwan and internationally, with a market cap of NT$3.43 billion.

Operations: Sinopower Semiconductor, Inc. generates revenue primarily from its Semiconductors segment, which accounts for NT$2.72 billion.

Dividend Yield: 2.9%

Sinopower Semiconductor's dividend payments have grown over the past decade but remain volatile, with annual drops exceeding 20%. The dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 52.3% and 32%, respectively. Despite trading significantly below its estimated fair value, its dividend yield of 2.89% is lower than Taiwan's top-tier payers. Recent earnings show growth in net income for the first nine months of 2024, potentially supporting future dividends.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Sinopower Semiconductor.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Sinopower Semiconductor shares in the market.

Yamaichi ElectronicsLtd (TSE:6941)

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

Overview: Yamaichi Electronics Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells test, connector, and optical-related products both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥48.50 billion.

Operations: Yamaichi Electronics Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its Test Solutions Business, which accounts for ¥25.02 billion, the Connector Solutions Business contributing ¥19.18 billion, and the Optical Related Business adding ¥1.20 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Yamaichi Electronics Ltd.'s dividend payments, while having increased over the past decade, are volatile with annual declines exceeding 20%. Despite this instability, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 19.8% and 39.9%, respectively. The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value but offers a lower dividend yield of 3.54% compared to Japan's top-tier payers. Recent share buybacks may enhance shareholder value further.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Yamaichi ElectronicsLtd's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Yamaichi ElectronicsLtd is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Global Brands Manufacture (TWSE:6191)

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

Overview: Global Brands Manufacture Ltd. operates in Taiwan, focusing on the production of printed circuit boards and electronic manufacturing services, with a market capitalization of NT$29.88 billion.

Operations: Global Brands Manufacture Ltd.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Printed Circuit Board (PCB) segment, which generated NT$14.10 billion, and its Electronic Manufacturing Service (EMS) segment, contributing NT$7.68 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5%

Global Brands Manufacture's dividend yield is among the top 25% in its market, supported by earnings and cash flow coverage with payout ratios of 51% and 71.5%, respectively. However, dividends have been inconsistent over the past eight years. The stock trades below estimated fair value, presenting a potential opportunity despite recent earnings declines. A share repurchase program worth TWD 163.27 million may positively impact shareholder value amid a volatile share price environment.

• Dive into the specifics of Global Brands Manufacture here with our thorough dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Global Brands Manufacture is trading behind its estimated value.

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