Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In January 2025

As global markets experience mixed signals with moderate gains in major U.S. indices and fluctuating consumer confidence, investors are increasingly turning their attention to dividend stocks for potential stability and income. In light of these market dynamics, selecting dividend stocks that demonstrate strong fundamentals and a consistent payout history can be a strategic approach to navigating the current economic landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO)	6.49%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO)	5.12%	★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)	3.45%	★★★★★★
Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI)	4.71%	★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)	3.48%	★★★★★★
Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL)	7.45%	★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)	3.89%	★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)	4.43%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC)	6.13%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	5.15%	★★★★★★

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We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

HANYANG ENGLtd (KOSDAQ:A045100)

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

Overview: Hanyang ENG Co., Ltd specializes in constructing semiconductor facilities both in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩277.34 billion.

Operations: Hanyang ENG Co., Ltd generates revenue from its System Division, amounting to ₩162.82 million, and its Engineering Business Department, which contributes ₩1.04 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

HANYANG ENG Ltd. demonstrates a stable and growing dividend profile, with payments increasing over the past decade and showing little volatility. Its dividends are well-covered by earnings, given its low payout ratio of 11.6%, and supported by cash flows with a cash payout ratio of 26.1%. Despite trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value, its dividend yield of 3.54% is below the top quartile in the Korean market but remains reliable for investors seeking steady income.

• Get an in-depth perspective on HANYANG ENGLtd's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, HANYANG ENGLtd's share price might be too pessimistic.

Shaanxi Coal Industry (SHSE:601225)

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

Overview: Shaanxi Coal Industry Company Limited, with a market cap of CN¥224.15 billion, engages in the mining, production, washing, processing, and sale of coal both in China and internationally.

Operations: Shaanxi Coal Industry Company Limited generates revenue primarily from its coal mining, production, washing, processing, and sales activities within China and on an international scale.

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

Shaanxi Coal Industry's dividend yield of 5.59% ranks in the top 25% of CN market payers, supported by a payout ratio of 65.9% and a cash payout ratio of 41.3%. Despite an unstable and volatile dividend history, recent earnings show coverage is sustainable. The company trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, though recent earnings slightly decreased with sales at CNY 125.43 billion and net income at CNY 15.94 billion for nine months ending September 2024.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Shaanxi Coal Industry stock in this dividend report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Shaanxi Coal Industry implies its share price may be lower than expected.

SINBON Electronics (TWSE:3023)

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

Overview: SINBON Electronics Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells computer peripherals, connectors, wires, and other parts across Mainland China, Hong Kong, the United States, Taiwan, and internationally with a market cap of NT$61.58 billion.

Operations: SINBON Electronics Co., Ltd.'s revenue is primarily derived from Industrial Applications (NT$10.25 billion), Green Energy (NT$9.99 billion), Communication (NT$7.57 billion), Automotive and Aerospace (NT$5.21 billion), and Healthcare (NT$2.92 billion) segments.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

SINBON Electronics offers a stable dividend history with consistent growth over the past decade, though its current yield of 3.56% falls short of Taiwan's top dividend payers. The payout ratio of 67.8% suggests dividends are covered by earnings, yet the high cash payout ratio indicates potential vulnerability in coverage by free cash flow. Recent financials show modest sales growth to TWD 8.43 billion for Q3 2024, with net income rising slightly to TWD 949.09 million year-over-year.

• Take a closer look at SINBON Electronics' potential here in our dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that SINBON Electronics is trading beyond its estimated value.

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