KISCO Holdings And 2 Other Dividend Stocks For Reliable Income

In the midst of a turbulent global market landscape, characterized by cautious Federal Reserve commentary and political uncertainties, investors are increasingly seeking stability through reliable income streams. Dividend stocks have emerged as a popular choice for those looking to navigate these volatile times, offering consistent returns that can provide a buffer against market fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.38%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	4.93%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.28%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.56%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.52%	★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)	4.36%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	3.76%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	6.02%	★★★★★★
Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC)	4.72%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	5.22%	★★★★★★

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

KISCO Holdings (KOSE:A001940)

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

Overview: KISCO Holdings Corp., with a market cap of ₩276.59 billion, operates through its subsidiaries to develop, produce, and sell steel products primarily in South Korea.

Operations: KISCO Holdings Corp.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Steel Manufacturing segment, which generated ₩1.16 trillion.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

KISCO Holdings reported a significant drop in net income for Q3 2024, with earnings per share decreasing from KRW 1,381 to KRW 561 year-over-year. Despite this, the company's dividend yield remains competitive in the Korean market at 4.06%. However, its dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past seven years. Positively, dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows with low payout ratios of 24.4% and 14%, respectively.

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

Solidwizard Technology (TPEX:8416)

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

Overview: Solidwizard Technology Co., Ltd. offers software, hardware, and consulting service solutions in Taiwan and China, with a market cap of NT$4.56 billion.

Operations: Solidwizard Technology Co., Ltd.'s revenue segments include NT$1.33 billion from Taiwan and NT$172.64 million from China.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Solidwizard Technology's recent earnings report shows stable financial performance, with net income rising to TWD 51 million in Q3 2024. The company's dividend yield of 4.8% ranks among the top 25% in Taiwan, supported by a payout ratio of 75.9%. Dividends have been reliably increasing over the past decade, and despite a higher cash payout ratio of 88.8%, they remain covered by cash flows. Additionally, its price-to-earnings ratio of 15.8x suggests good value compared to the market average.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Solidwizard Technology with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Solidwizard Technology's current price could be inflated.

Nippon Fine Chemical (TSE:4362)

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

Overview: Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. and its subsidiaries manufacture and sell fine chemical, cosmetic, and industrial chemical products both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥51.50 billion.

Operations: Nippon Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its fine chemical, cosmetic, and industrial chemical product segments.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Nippon Fine Chemical offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.16%, supported by a low payout ratio of 21.8%, ensuring dividends are well covered by earnings and cash flows, with a cash payout ratio of 49.2%. Over the past decade, dividends have been stable and growing, though the yield is lower than Japan's top dividend payers at 3.81%. The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, enhancing its appeal for value-conscious investors.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Nippon Fine Chemical stock in this dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our Nippon Fine Chemical valuation report hints at an inflated share price compared to its estimated value.

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