High paying dividends

Screening Filters & Rationale

1. Market Cap ≥ $10 billion:

   • Purpose: Focus on large-cap companies with financial stability.
   • Rationale: Larger companies are more likely to sustain high dividend payouts over time.

2. Dividend Yield (TTM) ≥ 5%:

   • Purpose: Identify stocks with high dividend yields.
   • Rationale: Ensures the selection of investments that provide substantial income returns.

3. Weekly Average Turnover ≥ $1 million:

   • Purpose: Ensure sufficient liquidity for ease of trading.
   • Rationale: High turnover indicates active trading, reducing the risk of illiquidity.

4. Dividend Payout Ratio ≤ 80%:

   • Purpose: Avoid companies overextending earnings on dividends.
   • Rationale: A lower payout ratio suggests the company retains earnings for growth while maintaining sustainable dividends.

5. Index Component (S&P 500):

   • Purpose: Limit selection to well-established, reputable companies.
   • Rationale: S&P 500 components are typically industry leaders with proven track records.