Will dividend yield stocks make your rich?

[Sukumar]

A typical market reaction in times of a downturn is this: investors
start scouting for safer investment avenues. And it�s no different
this time, round. Investors are shifting focus to high dividend yield
shares.

Dividend yield stocks, explained

These stocks offer a high dividend payout in comparison to their share
price. In the Indian market, one can find such stocks usually amongst
Public Sector Units.

In other words, the dividend yield is the latest dividend declared per
share/ current market price.

Dividend yield stocks, explained.

These stocks offer a high dividend payout in comparison to their share
price. In the Indian market, one can find such stocks usually amongst
Public Sector Units.

In other words, the dividend yield is the latest dividend declared per
share/ current market price.

Companies that issue dividend yield stocks

1. They are usually stable and have a history of consistent
profitability, and a dividend payment track record.

2. In case of a market crash, the share price of these companies is
likely to fall less in comparison to the so-called growth stocks, thus
making them comparatively low-risk defensive stocks.

3. If inflation is controlled, we may see interest rates moving
downwards, over the next six to 12 months. Thus the dividend yield may
even work out more than bank interest rates.

4. These companies have the potential for capital appreciation (medium
to long term) once the markets recover. So, you can expect to earn a
decent recurring income and capital gains over time.

The big question: does the dividend yield theory work?

Maybe. Or maybe not! You don't necessarily have to buy stocks of a
company that has a high dividend yield. But you need to know if the
company can continue its dividend paying track record.

To understand this check the following:

1. Does the company�s business earn stable income and profits? Will it
continue to do so in the future, too?

2. Make sure past dividends have come out of business profits and not
some extraordinary items.

3. Does the company have a policy to consistently pay out high
dividends?

N.Sukumar
Research Analyst
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