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As global markets continue to react to the latest policy shifts and economic indicators, U.S. stocks are reaching new heights fueled by optimism around trade policies and advancements in artificial intelligence. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer a compelling blend of income and potential growth, providing investors with a measure of stability amid market fluctuations.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Guaranty Trust Holding (NGSE:GTCO) | 6.06% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.91% | ★★★★★★ |
| Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858) | 4.05% | ★★★★★★ |
| Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.58% | ★★★★★★ |
| Padma Oil (DSE:PADMAOIL) | 7.45% | ★★★★★★ |
| China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098) | 4.01% | ★★★★★★ |
| Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368) | 3.41% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.23% | ★★★★★★ |
| HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741) | 4.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| Nihon Parkerizing (TSE:4095) | 3.94% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 1938 stocks from our Top Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Infotel
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Infotel SA is a global company that designs, develops, markets, and maintains software solutions focused on security, performance, and management with a market cap of €251.59 million.
Operations: Infotel SA generates revenue primarily from its Services segment, which accounts for €286.69 million, and its Software segment, contributing €11.53 million.
Dividend Yield: 5.3%
Infotel's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, with a payout ratio of 83.3% indicating coverage by earnings, while a cash payout ratio of 40.6% suggests strong cash flow support. Despite being below top-tier yields in France, its dividends have grown over ten years. Trading at good value compared to peers and analysts expect price appreciation. Recent share buyback authorization for up to 10% of shares may enhance shareholder value through improved liquidity and potential capital returns.
Mersen
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Mersen S.A. manufactures and sells electrical power products and advanced materials across various regions including France, North America, Europe, the Asia-Pacific, and internationally, with a market cap of €548.09 million.
Operations: Mersen S.A.'s revenue is derived from two main segments: Electrical Power, which contributes €545.50 million, and Advanced Materials, which accounts for €681.70 million.