Weekly dividend stock

Screening Filters

1. Dividend Yield (TTM) ≥ 3%:

   • Purpose: To identify stocks that provide a relatively high dividend yield.
   • Rationale: Since the user is looking for "dividend stocks," this filter ensures that only stocks with a minimum dividend yield of 3% (on a trailing twelve-month basis) are included. A higher dividend yield indicates that the stock is likely to provide consistent income to investors.

2. Weekly Price Change Percentage ≥ 1%:

   • Purpose: To focus on stocks that have shown positive price momentum over the past week.
   • Rationale: While dividends are the primary focus, this filter ensures that the selected stocks are also experiencing some level of short-term price appreciation, which could indicate positive sentiment or stability in the stock.

3. Sector: Utilities and Consumer Non-Cyclicals:

   • Purpose: To narrow the search to sectors that are traditionally known for stable and reliable dividend payments.
   • Rationale: Utilities and Consumer Non-Cyclicals are defensive sectors that tend to perform well in various market conditions and are known for their consistent dividend payouts. This aligns with the user's interest in dividend stocks.

4. Price-to-Earnings Ratio (TTM) ≤ 20:

   • Purpose: To filter for stocks that are reasonably valued based on their earnings.
   • Rationale: A lower P/E ratio suggests that the stock is not overly expensive relative to its earnings, which is important for dividend investors who often prioritize value and stability over speculative growth.

Why Results Match:

• The filters collectively ensure that the stocks identified are dividend-paying, stable, and reasonably valued, which aligns with the user's interest in "weekly dividend stocks."
• While dividends are typically paid quarterly or annually (not weekly), the combination of high dividend yield, positive weekly price momentum, and focus on defensive sectors ensures that the results are likely to include stocks that provide consistent income and exhibit stability in the short term.