As global markets navigate the challenges posed by rising U.S. Treasury yields and tepid economic growth, investors are increasingly looking for stability and income in their portfolios. Dividend stocks, such as Aker Solutions and others, can offer a reliable income stream and potential resilience against market volatility, making them an attractive option in today's uncertain economic landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks

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Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

Aker Solutions

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

Overview: Aker Solutions ASA offers solutions, products, systems, and services to the oil and gas industry across various countries including Norway, the United States, Brazil, and others, with a market cap of NOK22.01 billion.

Operations: Aker Solutions ASA's revenue is primarily derived from its Life Cycle segment, which generated NOK12.77 billion, and its Renewables and Field Development segment, contributing NOK29.77 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.3%

Aker Solutions' dividend payments are covered by earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 65.6% and a cash payout ratio of 36%. However, the dividends have been unstable over the past decade. Recently profitable, AKSO announced an extraordinary NOK 10 billion dividend pending approval in November 2024. Despite its low yield compared to top-tier Norwegian payers, this special dividend highlights potential for periodic shareholder returns amidst ongoing operational contracts like the Troll A project with Equinor.

• Take a closer look at Aker Solutions' potential here in our dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates Aker Solutions may be overvalued.

DeHua TB New Decoration MaterialLtd

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

Overview: DeHua TB New Decoration Material Co., Ltd specializes in the production and sale of environmentally friendly furniture panels both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥10.28 billion.

Operations: DeHua TB New Decoration Material Co., Ltd generates its revenue primarily through the production and sale of eco-friendly furniture panels.

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

DeHua TB New Decoration Material Ltd. trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, yet its dividend payments are not well-covered by earnings due to a high payout ratio of 93.3%. Although the cash payout ratio is sustainable at 39.3%, dividends have been volatile over the past decade despite recent growth in earnings and revenue. The company's dividend yield of 4.49% ranks in the top quarter among Chinese payers, but reliability remains an issue.

• Click here to discover the nuances of DeHua TB New Decoration MaterialLtd with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report DeHua TB New Decoration MaterialLtd implies its share price may be lower than expected.

Vector

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

Overview: Vector Inc. operates in public relations, advertising, press release and video distribution, direct marketing, media, investment, and human resources across Japan, China, and internationally with a market cap of ¥45.08 billion.

Operations: Vector Inc.'s revenue segments include public relations and advertising at ¥24.50 billion, press release distribution at ¥4.75 billion, video release distribution at ¥3.20 billion, direct marketing at ¥12.10 billion, media at ¥8.55 billion, investment activities generating ¥2.90 billion, and human resources contributing ¥1.65 billion in revenue.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Vector Inc. offers a mixed picture for dividend investors. While trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value and maintaining sustainable payout ratios with earnings (28.1%) and cash flows (37.6%), its dividends have been volatile over the past decade. Recent policy changes increased the dividend forecast to JPY 32 per share, up from JPY 31, highlighting a focus on enhancing shareholder returns despite lowered earnings guidance for fiscal year-end February 2025.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Vector's dividend report.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Vector's share price might be too pessimistic.

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Companies discussed in this article include OB:AKSO SZSE:002043 and TSE:6058.

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