Top UK Dividend Stocks Including Hollywood Bowl Group
The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices experiencing declines due to weaker-than-expected trade data from China, highlighting concerns about global economic recovery. In such uncertain times, dividend stocks can offer stability and potential income for investors seeking reliable returns amidst market fluctuations.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United Kingdom
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Telecom Plus (LSE:TEP) | 5.52% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Pollen Street Group (LSE:POLN) | 6.72% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Multitude (LSE:0R4W) | 9.26% | ★★★★★☆ |
| MONY Group (LSE:MONY) | 6.20% | ★★★★★★ |
| James Halstead (AIM:JHD) | 6.63% | ★★★★★☆ |
| IG Group Holdings (LSE:IGG) | 3.51% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Dunelm Group (LSE:DNLM) | 8.06% | ★★★★★☆ |
| BTG Consulting (AIM:BTG) | 4.26% | ★★★★★☆ |
| 4imprint Group (LSE:FOUR) | 3.87% | ★★★★★☆ |
| 3i Group (LSE:III) | 3.03% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 48 stocks from our Top UK Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Hollywood Bowl Group (LSE:BOWL)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Hollywood Bowl Group plc operates ten-pin bowling and mini-golf centers in the United Kingdom and Canada, with a market cap of £459 million.
Operations: Hollywood Bowl Group plc generates revenue of £262.95 million from its recreational activities segment.
Dividend Yield: 4.8%
Hollywood Bowl Group's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, yet they show growth. The dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 68.7% and 45.2%, respectively. Despite a lower yield than top UK payers, the company trades below fair value, offering potential upside. Recent share buybacks and an interim dividend increase highlight shareholder returns focus amidst stable earnings performance in H1 2026 with sales of £141.54 million.
- Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Hollywood Bowl Group.
- Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Hollywood Bowl Group's share price might be too pessimistic.
3i Group (LSE:III)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: 3i Group plc is a private equity firm focusing on mature companies, growth capital, middle markets, infrastructure, and management leveraged buyouts and buy-ins, with a market cap of £27.94 billion.
Operations: 3i Group's revenue is primarily derived from its Private Equity segment at £5.31 billion, followed by Infrastructure at £193 million and Scandlines at £55 million.
Dividend Yield: 3%
3i Group's dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 15.7%, ensuring coverage by earnings and cash flows despite a higher cash payout ratio of 84.9%. While its yield of 3.03% is below top UK payers, it trades at a significant discount to estimated fair value. Recent activities include a £344 million share buyback and an approved final dividend increase, reflecting commitment to shareholder returns amidst consistent earnings growth.
- Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in 3i Group's dividend report.
- The valuation report we've compiled suggests that 3i Group's current price could be quite moderate.
Rathbones Group (LSE:RAT)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Rathbones Group Plc, with a market cap of £1.72 billion, offers wealth management, asset management, and related services in the United Kingdom and Channel Islands.
Operations: Rathbones Group Plc generates its revenue through two main segments: Wealth Management, contributing £875.50 million, and Asset Management, adding £86.20 million.
Dividend Yield: 5.9%
Rathbones Group's dividend yield of 5.85% ranks in the UK's top quartile, but its payments have been volatile over the past decade and are not well covered by free cash flows. Despite recent earnings growth, the payout ratio is high at 86.4%. The company trades below its estimated fair value but has faced challenges with large one-off items affecting results. Recent board appointments aim to strengthen governance amidst ongoing strategic adjustments impacting profitability.
- Navigate through the intricacies of Rathbones Group with our comprehensive dividend report here.
- The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Rathbones Group's current price could be inflated.
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