As the Australian market winds down for the holiday season, it is experiencing a slight dip, possibly due to profit-taking ahead of the break, while major indices like those on Wall Street approach record highs. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a stable income stream and potential resilience against market fluctuations; here we explore three ASX-listed companies yielding up to 6.2%.
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Treasury Wine Estates (ASX:TWE) | 7.42% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Super Retail Group (ASX:SUL) | 6.02% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Sugar Terminals (NSX:SUG) | 7.94% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Steadfast Group (ASX:SDF) | 3.72% | ★★★★★☆ |
| New Hope (ASX:NHC) | 8.42% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| MFF Capital Investments (ASX:MFF) | 3.59% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Kina Securities (ASX:KSL) | 7.46% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Fiducian Group (ASX:FID) | 4.29% | ★★★★★☆ |
| EQT Holdings (ASX:EQT) | 4.73% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Accent Group (ASX:AX1) | 7.33% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 29 stocks from our Top ASX Dividend Stocks screener.
Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Cash Converters International Limited operates in the unsecured lending and second-hand retail sectors across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and other international markets, with a market capitalization of A$224.88 million.
Operations: Cash Converters International Limited generates revenue through various segments, including A$22.19 million from New Zealand operations, A$12.02 million from Vehicle Finance, A$78.53 million from Personal Finance, A$157.12 million from Store Operations, and A$83.49 million from its United Kingdom activities.
Dividend Yield: 6.2%
Cash Converters International offers a dividend yield of 6.25%, placing it among the top 25% of Australian dividend payers. The company's dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 51% and 18.5%, respectively, suggesting sustainability despite a history of volatility over the past decade. Recent follow-on equity offerings totaling A$50 million may impact future payouts, but current valuations appear favorable with a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.2x against the market's 21.7x.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: GWA Group Limited researches, designs, manufactures, imports, and markets building fixtures and fittings for residential and commercial premises in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and internationally with a market cap of A$655.69 million.
Operations: GWA Group Limited generates its revenue primarily from the Water Solutions segment, which accounts for A$418.48 million.
Dividend Yield: 6.2%
GWA Group's dividend yield of 6.2% ranks it in the top 25% among Australian dividend payers, yet its high payout ratio of 94.8% indicates dividends are not well covered by earnings. Although cash flows cover the dividends with a cash payout ratio of 61.3%, historical volatility raises concerns about reliability. Recent board changes, including Nicola Page's appointment as an Independent non-Executive Director, may influence strategic direction and governance in future periods.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Joyce Corporation Ltd (ASX:JYC) is an Australian company that specializes in retailing kitchen and wardrobe products, with a market capitalization of A$156.72 million.
Operations: Joyce Corporation Ltd generates revenue from its Retail Bedding - Franchise Operations (A$6.10 million), Retail Bedding Stores - Company-owned (A$21.11 million), and Retail Kitchen and Wardrobe Showrooms (A$120.39 million) in Australia.
Dividend Yield: 5.2%
Joyce Corporation's dividend yield of 5.19% falls short of the top quartile in Australia, and its payout ratio of 88.5% suggests dividends are covered by earnings but may be pressured. Cash flow coverage is robust with a low cash payout ratio of 33.4%. However, an unstable dividend history raises concerns about reliability despite recent increases over a decade. The stock trades significantly below estimated fair value, potentially offering value to investors seeking capital appreciation alongside dividends.
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