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Reviewed by Sasha Jovanovic
Investing in dividend stocks is often pursued for the potential of steady income. However, the reliability of these dividends is crucial; a company that has previously cut its dividends, such as OKE Precision Cutting Tools, might indicate underlying financial instability. Such fluctuations can significantly impact the attractiveness of a stock as a long-term investment option.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444) | 3.74% | ★★★★★★ |
Ping An Bank (SZSE:000001) | 6.97% | ★★★★★★ |
Business Brain Showa-Ota (TSE:9658) | 3.56% | ★★★★★★ |
Globeride (TSE:7990) | 3.78% | ★★★★★★ |
HITO-Communications HoldingsInc (TSE:4433) | 3.38% | ★★★★★★ |
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671) | 6.61% | ★★★★★★ |
Kwong Lung Enterprise (TPEX:8916) | 5.79% | ★★★★★★ |
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.05% | ★★★★★★ |
DoshishaLtd (TSE:7483) | 3.47% | ★★★★★★ |
Innotech (TSE:9880) | 3.93% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1965 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Here's a peek at one of the choices from the screener and one that may be safer to dodge.
Top Pick
Provident Financial Services (NYSE:PFS)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Provident Financial Services, Inc., serving as the bank holding company for Provident Bank, offers a range of banking products and services to individuals, families, and businesses in the United States, with a market capitalization of approximately $1.09 billion.
Operations: The company generates its revenue primarily from traditional banking and other financial services, totaling approximately $441.20 million.
Dividend Yield: 6.6%
Provident Financial Services offers a compelling dividend yield of 6.6%, well above the US market average, supported by a stable payout ratio of 60%. Over the past decade, its dividends have shown consistent growth with minimal volatility, underscoring reliability in payouts. Recent corporate actions include a $40.78 million Shelf Registration and significant board changes post-merger, enhancing governance structures. However, recent earnings have dipped, with net interest income and net income declining from the previous year's figures.
- Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Provident Financial Services.
- Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Provident Financial Services' share price might be too pessimistic.
One To Reconsider
OKE Precision Cutting Tools (SHSE:688308)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★☆☆☆☆
Overview: OKE Precision Cutting Tools Co., Ltd. specializes in the research, development, production, and sale of cemented carbide and CNC cutting tool products, with a market capitalization of approximately CN¥2.95 billion.
Operations: The company generates CN¥1.01 billion from its metal processors and fabrication segment.
Dividend Yield: 1.9%
OKE Precision Cutting Tools has demonstrated unstable dividend payments with a significant drop in the past, making it a less reliable choice for dividend-seeking investors. Despite having a low payout ratio of 40.6%, its dividends are not well-supported by free cash flows, and the recent exclusion from the S&P Global BMI Index may concern potential investors. Additionally, its profit margins have decreased from last year, further signaling potential risks in sustaining dividends.
Summing It All Up
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About SHSE:688308
OKE Precision Cutting Tools
Engages in the research, development, production, and sale of cemented carbide and CNC cutting tool products.