As global markets navigate a mixed economic landscape marked by fluctuating consumer confidence and shifting indices, investors are increasingly seeking stability in their portfolios. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable source of income, providing potential resilience against market volatility.
Let’s take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Mitsui Mining & Smelting Co., Ltd. is involved in the manufacture and sale of nonferrous metal products both in Japan and internationally, with a market capitalization of ¥266.93 billion.
Operations: Mitsui Mining & Smelting Co., Ltd.’s revenue is primarily derived from its Metals segment at ¥272.77 billion, followed by Mobility at ¥207.19 billion and Functional materials at ¥142.40 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.2%
Mitsui Mining & Smelting offers a low dividend yield of 3.21%, below the top tier in Japan, but its dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 15.1% and 20.2%, respectively. Despite an unstable dividend history, recent increases suggest potential growth. The company trades at a good value relative to peers but carries high debt levels. A recent ¥10 billion fixed-income offering could impact financial flexibility and future dividends.
TSE:5706 Dividend History as at Dec 2024
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Hokkan Holdings Limited operates in Taiwan through its subsidiaries, focusing on container, filling, and machinery production businesses, with a market capitalization of ¥20.45 billion.
Operations: Hokkan Holdings Limited generates revenue primarily from its Soft Drink Filling segment at ¥39.28 billion, followed by the Container Business at ¥33.66 billion, and the Overseas Segment contributing ¥17.67 billion.
Dividend Yield: 4.7%
Hokkan Holdings’ dividend yield of 4.69% ranks in the top 25% of Japanese dividend payers. The dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 35.9% and 14.5%, respectively, indicating sustainability despite a volatile track record over the past decade. While the company has become profitable this year, large one-off items have impacted financial results. Trading significantly below estimated fair value suggests potential investment appeal but high debt levels warrant caution.
TSE:5902 Dividend History as at Dec 2024
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, offers banking, leasing, securities, consumer finance, and other services across Japan and various international regions including the Americas and Europe; it has a market cap of ¥14.70 trillion.
Operations: Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group’s revenue is primarily derived from its Global Business Unit at ¥1.35 billion, Retail Business Unit at ¥1.34 billion, Wholesale Business Sector at ¥879.50 million, and Market Business Unit at ¥602.20 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.2%
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group recently announced a share repurchase program to enhance shareholder returns, reflecting a commitment to capital efficiency. The company reported strong earnings growth with net income rising to ¥725.17 billion for the half-year ended September 30, 2024. Its dividend per share increased from ¥135.00 to ¥180.00 year-over-year, indicating growing and stable dividends over the past decade. With a payout ratio of 38.7%, dividends are well-covered by earnings despite being below Japan’s top-tier yields.
TSE:8316 Dividend History as at Dec 2024
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Companies discussed in this article include TSE:5706 TSE:5902 and TSE:8316.
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