As global markets continue to navigate the evolving landscape shaped by recent political developments and economic indicators, U.S. stocks have been buoyed by optimism surrounding potential trade deals and AI-related investments, pushing major indices to record highs. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a reliable income stream and potential stability amidst market fluctuations, making them an attractive consideration for those looking to balance growth with consistent returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

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New Wave Group

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

Overview: New Wave Group AB (publ) is involved in designing, acquiring, and developing brands and products across the corporate, sports, gifts, and home furnishings sectors with operations in Sweden, the United States, Central Europe, Nordic countries, Southern Europe and internationally; it has a market cap of approximately SEK13.93 billion.

Operations: New Wave Group AB's revenue segments consist of Corporate at SEK4.64 billion, Sports & Leisure at SEK3.92 billion, and Gifts & Home Furnishings at SEK874.90 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

New Wave Group's dividend payments, covered by a 51.5% payout ratio and a 36.2% cash payout ratio, are financially sustainable despite an unstable track record over the past decade. Recent earnings reveal a decline in net income for Q3 2024 to SEK 204.2 million from SEK 270.9 million the previous year, impacting dividend reliability. Although trading below estimated fair value and offering good relative value compared to peers, its dividend yield of 3.3% remains below market top-tier levels in Sweden.

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• Our expertly prepared valuation report New Wave Group implies its share price may be lower than expected.

SSAB

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

Overview: SSAB AB (publ) is a company that produces and sells steel products across Sweden, Finland, the rest of Europe, the United States, and internationally, with a market cap of SEK50.26 billion.

Operations: SSAB AB's revenue is derived from its steel production and sales operations in Sweden, Finland, other European countries, the United States, and various international markets.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

SSAB's recent earnings report highlights a decline in net income, impacting dividend sustainability. The proposed 2024 dividend of SEK 2.60 per share marks a decrease from the previous year, reflecting volatility in its dividend history. Despite this, dividends remain covered by both earnings and cash flows with payout ratios at 39.8% and 70.4%, respectively. SSAB trades at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio compared to the Swedish market, offering relative value despite an unstable dividend track record.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in SSAB's dividend report.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that SSAB's current price could be quite moderate.

Oriental Consultants Holdings

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

Overview: Oriental Consultants Holdings Company Limited, with a market cap of ¥33.52 billion, operates through its subsidiaries to provide infrastructure management services both in Japan and internationally.

Operations: Oriental Consultants Holdings Company Limited generates revenue primarily from its Infrastructure Management Service segment, accounting for ¥70.48 billion, and Environment Management segment, contributing ¥14.08 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Oriental Consultants Holdings has maintained stable and reliable dividend payments over the past decade, with dividends well-covered by earnings (payout ratio: 40.9%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 68.4%). Although its dividend yield of 3.56% is slightly below the top tier in Japan, it remains attractive for consistent returns. The company recently completed a share buyback program worth ¥200.63 million, reflecting a commitment to shareholder returns and flexible capital management amidst changing business conditions.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Oriental Consultants Holdings' performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Oriental Consultants Holdings is priced higher than what may be justified by its financials.

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Companies discussed in this article include OM:NEWA B OM:SSAB A and TSE:2498.

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