Why I would want these high yield dividend shares in my portfolio

The Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) dividend is one of three I would want in my portfolio…

| More on:
a woman

You’re reading a free article with opinions that may differ from The Motley Fool’s Premium Investing Services. Become a Motley Fool member today to get instant access to our top analyst recommendations, in-depth research, investing resources, and more. Learn More

Earlier this week the Reserve Bank of Australia kept rates on hold for yet another month.

Unfortunately for savers this is expected to be the case for many more months, meaning we will be living in this low interest environment for some time to come.

Because of this, I think savers ought to look to the share market instead of earning paltry interest from savings accounts.

Three high yield dividend shares I would want in my portfolio are listed below:

Dicker Data Ltd (ASX: DDR)

Arguably my favourite dividend share on the Australian share market is this computer software and hardware wholesale distributor. I've been very impressed with the way the company has performed over the last few years and believe there could be more of the same in FY 2019. Especially after the company's most recent update revealed that its sales growth year-to-date was outperforming its guidance. And with an insider recently picking up a considerable number of shares on-market, I feel this is a sign that trading has remained strong since the last update. Management intends to pay an 18 cents per share fully franked dividend in quarterly instalments this year, which equates to a 6.3% yield based on its last close price.

National Storage REIT (ASX: NSR)

This storage giant's shares may have recently climbed to a multi-year high, but I don't think it is too late for investors to buy shares with a long-term view. Especially given the positive outlook the company has over the medium term thanks to its growing network of storage facilities, strong market position, and rising demand. I feel this puts National Storage in a good position to grow its earnings and distribution at a steady rate over the coming years. In FY 2018 the company paid an annual distribution of 9.6 cents per share, which equates to a yield of 5.6%.

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC)

Westpac and the rest of the banks have been major drags on the market over the last 12 months due to the bank tax levy and the Royal Commission. And while they have recovered slightly in recent weeks, they still trade at very attractive prices in my opinion. Conditions in the banking sector are likely to remain tough for some time, but I think potential out of cycle rate rises could allow Westpac to continue growing its earnings and at least maintain its dividend over the coming years. As such, I feel it could be a good option for income investors with no exposure to the banking sector. Its shares provide a trailing fully franked 6.4% dividend currently.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro owns shares of Westpac Banking. The Motley Fool Australia owns shares of and has recommended Dicker Data Limited. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended National Storage REIT. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

More on ⏸️ Dividend Shares

falling healthcare asx share price Mesoblast capital raising
⏸️ Dividend Shares

Sonic Healthcare (ASX:SHL) dividend rises 7%, share price falls after FY21 results

Triple digit profit growth and a solid dividend was not enough to impress investors on Monday.

Read more »

A smiling woman with a handful of $100 notes, indicating strong dividend payments
⏸️ Dividend Shares

The Adairs (ASX:ADH) dividend more than doubled in FY21

A record financial result will see a generous dividend paid out to Adairs shareholders.

Read more »

A businessman on a road raises his arms as dollar notes rain down on him.
⏸️ Dividend Shares

The Newcrest (ASX:NCM) dividend boosted 129%

Newcrest marks its sixth successive year of increasing dividend payments to shareholders

Read more »

Happy couple laughing while shopping in supermarket
52-Week Highs

August has been a great month so far for the Woolworths (ASX:WOW) share price

We take a look at how shares in the supermarket giant have been performing ahead of the company's full-year results

Read more »

wine glass full of coins
⏸️ Dividend Shares

The Treasury Wines (ASX:TWE) dividend bumped up by 60%

Here's how Treasury Wines dividends for FY21 have stacked up.

Read more »

Young boy cries and covers eyes with torn money on table
⏸️ Dividend Shares

The Origin (ASX:ORG) dividend has dropped 20%

What's happened to Origin's dividends?

Read more »

two people hold a sheet above their head while making a bed in a room featuring homewares.
Retail Shares

How did the Adairs (ASX:ADH) share price respond last earnings season?

The homewares retailer will be looking for another year like last year when it releases its FY21 earnings tomorrow.

Read more »

Two men excited to win online bet
Share Market News

Why the Tabcorp (ASX:TAH) dividend was boosted by 32%

The strong performance of Tabcorp's business will see a combined FY21 dividend of 14.5 cents.

Read more »