Yahoo Finance Three Solid Dividend Stocks Offering Up To 4% Yield
As global markets navigate through a period of relative calm with anticipation for upcoming earnings reports and key economic updates, investors continue to seek reliable income streams amidst the shifting economic landscape. In this context, dividend stocks emerge as appealing options for those looking to balance yield and stability in their investment portfolios.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Allianz (XTRA:ALV) | 5.31% | ★★★★★★ |
Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444) | 3.68% | ★★★★★★ |
Business Brain Showa-Ota (TSE:9658) | 3.59% | ★★★★★★ |
Ping An Bank (SZSE:000001) | 7.01% | ★★★★★★ |
FALCO HOLDINGS (TSE:4671) | 6.52% | ★★★★★★ |
Kwong Lung Enterprise (TPEX:8916) | 5.62% | ★★★★★★ |
KurimotoLtd (TSE:5602) | 5.15% | ★★★★★★ |
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.49% | ★★★★★★ |
James Latham (AIM:LTHM) | 6.30% | ★★★★★★ |
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769) | 4.05% | ★★★★★★ |
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Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Combined Group Contracting Company - K.S.C. (Public)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Combined Group Contracting Company - K.S.C. (KWSE:CGC) is a Kuwait-based entity specializing in construction and contracting services, with a market capitalization of KWD 127.39 million.
Operations: The revenue segments for Combined Group Contracting Company - K.S.C. are not specified in the provided text.
Dividend Yield: 4%
Combined Group Contracting Company's dividend sustainability is supported by a payout ratio of 51.1% and a cash payout ratio of 55.8%, indicating dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows. However, the company's dividend track record shows volatility over the past decade, with significant annual fluctuations. Additionally, its current dividend yield of 4% is below the top quartile in its market, which averages 6.66%. Recent financial performance shows an increase in net income to KWD 3.22 million from KWD 2.3 million year-over-year for Q1 2024, suggesting some positive momentum in earnings despite a decline in sales from KWD 44.73 million to KWD 41.63 million.
Kunlun Energy
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Kunlun Energy Company Limited operates primarily in the exploration, development, production, and sale of crude oil and natural gas, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$76.02 billion.
Operations: Kunlun Energy Company Limited generates revenue through various segments including natural gas sales excluding LPG (CN¥142.89 billion), sales of LPG (CN¥26.90 billion), LNG processing and terminal operations (CN¥12.17 billion), and exploration and production activities (CN¥0.91 billion).
Dividend Yield: 3.4%
Kunlun Energy's dividend sustainability is moderately secure with a payout ratio of 43.2% and a cash payout ratio of 26.6%, indicating that dividends are well-supported by both earnings and cash flows. However, the company's dividend history has been inconsistent, with volatile payments over the past decade despite recent increases. The current yield of 3.47% is considerably lower than the top quartile of Hong Kong market dividend payers at 8.02%. Recent executive changes and auditor withdrawal may introduce uncertainties affecting future performance and governance stability.
Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Kunlun Energy stock in this dividend report.
Our valuation report here indicates Kunlun Energy may be undervalued.
Jiin Yeeh Ding Enterprises
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Jiin Yeeh Ding Enterprises Corp., based in Taiwan, operates in the recycling and refining of precious metals with a market capitalization of NT$6.81 billion.
Operations: Jiin Yeeh Ding Enterprises generates NT$3.71 billion in revenue from its waste management segment, focusing on the recycling and refining of precious metals.
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
Jiin Yeeh Ding Enterprises exhibits a mixed performance in its dividend metrics. While the company has shown a commitment to maintaining stable dividends over the past decade, its current yield of 3.1% trails behind the top quartile of Taiwanese market dividend payers. Notably, both earnings and cash flows do not adequately cover its high cash payout ratio of 367.7%, signaling potential sustainability issues despite a reasonable earnings payout ratio of 38%. Recent financial results indicate a slight decline in net income and earnings per share compared to the previous year, with sales showing modest growth from TWD 896.06 million to TWD 946.06 million as reported on May 15, 2024.
Take a closer look at Jiin Yeeh Ding Enterprises' potential here in our dividend report.
Our valuation report here indicates Jiin Yeeh Ding Enterprises may be overvalued.
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Companies discussed in this article include KWSE:CGC SEHK:135 and TPEX:8390.
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