InnovestX Securities (InnovestX or INVX) disclosed that its research division has selected eight outstanding dividend stocks, which are set to reach the ex-dividend (XD) date during April–May 2026. The analyst viewed the dividend stock strategy as a compelling option amid ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East, which continues to pressure investment markets.
InnovestX emphasized that during periods of market volatility, dividend stocks can serve as a safe-haven asset, providing consistent passive income and offering attractive long-term returns.
A review of the past 10 years shows that the high-dividend stock index (SETHD) delivered a total return (stock price plus dividends) that outperformed the SET Index 70% of the time, averaging a 2.6% annual return, compared to a -0.2% annual return for the SET. The average dividend yield was 5.1%, higher than the SET’s 3%, reflecting that dividend stocks not only reduce risk but also generate positive long-term returns.
The selection criteria for InnovestX’s standout dividend stocks, or “hidden gems”, employ five main factors: 1) strong business fundamentals with consistent profit growth, 2) dividend yields above 5%, 3) lower volatility than the market, 4) being part of the high-liquidity SET100 group, and 5) having an ESG score of A – AAA.
The eight recommended dividend stocks set to go XD during April–May are:
- KTB: Pay THB 2.24 per share, 6.4% Dividend Yield, XD on April 10, 2026
- KTC: Pay THB 1.77 per share, 5.9% Dividend Yield, XD on April 10, 2026
- KBANK: Pay THB 12 per share, 6.3% Dividend Yield, XD on April 21, 2026
- KKP: Pay THB 4.20 per share, 5.4% Dividend Yield, XD on April 29, 2026
- TISCO: Pay THB 5.75 per share, 5.0% Dividend Yield, XD on April 29, 2026
- BAM: Pay THB 0.50 per share, 7.0% Dividend Yield, XD on May 5, 2026
- AP: Pay THB 0.52 per share, 6.2% Dividend Yield, XD on May 6, 2026
- TLI: Pay THB 0.60 per share, 5.6% Dividend Yield, XD on May 7, 2026
InnovestX believed that these dividend stocks have strong fundamentals, limited risks, and appealing returns, making them suitable for investors seeking diversification and steady income amid market volatility.
