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The Indian market has experienced a 4.9% decline over the past week, yet it has shown resilience with a remarkable 37% rise over the last year and an optimistic forecast of 18% annual earnings growth. In such fluctuating conditions, dividend stocks can offer investors a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking consistent returns amidst market volatility.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In India
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Castrol India (BSE:500870) | 3.91% | ★★★★★★ |
Balmer Lawrie Investments (BSE:532485) | 5.18% | ★★★★★★ |
Bhansali Engineering Polymers (BSE:500052) | 3.13% | ★★★★★★ |
D. B (NSEI:DBCORP) | 4.37% | ★★★★★☆ |
Redington (NSEI:REDINGTON) | 3.86% | ★★★★★☆ |
Balmer Lawrie (BSE:523319) | 3.86% | ★★★★★☆ |
Canara Bank (NSEI:CANBK) | 3.42% | ★★★★★☆ |
Indian Oil (NSEI:IOC) | 9.57% | ★★★★★☆ |
PTC India (NSEI:PTC) | 4.55% | ★★★★★☆ |
Bank of Baroda (NSEI:BANKBARODA) | 3.17% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 18 stocks from our Top Indian Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.
Bank of Baroda
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Bank of Baroda Limited offers a range of banking products and services to individuals, government departments, and corporate customers both in India and internationally, with a market cap of ?1.24 trillion.
Operations: Bank of Baroda Limited generates revenue through various banking products and services catering to individuals, government departments, and corporate clients across domestic and international markets.
Dividend Yield: 3.2%
Bank of Baroda's dividend yield is in the top 25% among Indian dividend payers, supported by a low payout ratio of 19.6%, ensuring dividends are well covered by earnings. Despite a history of volatile dividends over the past decade, recent earnings growth and trading below estimated fair value suggest potential for future stability. However, investors should note the high level of non-performing loans at 2.5%, which may impact financial health and dividend reliability.
Union Bank of India
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Union Bank of India offers a range of banking products and services, with a market cap of ?826.26 billion.
Operations: Union Bank of India's revenue is primarily derived from Corporate/Wholesale Banking at ?460.25 billion, Retail Banking Operations - Other Retail Banking Operations at ?407.01 billion, Treasury Operations at ?323.29 billion, and Other Banking Operations at ?31.94 billion, with additional contributions from Retail Banking Operations - Digital Banking Operations totaling ?9.92 billion.