Analysts say these ASX dividend shares are buys now

Here's why these dividend shares could be buys now…

| More on:
an older couple look happy as they sit at a laptop computer in their home.

Image source: Getty Images

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

Are you looking for dividends shares to buy? If you are, then take a look at the two listed below which are rated as buys.

Here's what you need to know about these growing dividend shares:

Dicker Data Ltd (ASX: DDR)

The first ASX dividend share that has been rated as a buy is leading technology hardware, software, and cloud distributor, Dicker Data.

It has been growing at a consistently solid rate for a decade and shows little sign of stopping any time soon. For example, during the first half of FY 2022, the company expects to report a 36% increase in revenue to $1,459 million and an 11% lift in operating profit before tax to a record of $51 million (excluding acquisition costs).

In response to this news, the team at Morgan Stanley retained their overweight rating with a trimmed price target of $14.00.

As for dividends, Morgan Stanley is forecasting fully franked dividends per share of 36.2 cents in FY 2022 and 42.2 cents in FY 2023. Based on the current Dicker Data share price of $11.68, this will mean yields of 3.1% and 3.6%, respectively.

Elders Ltd (ASX: ELD)

Another ASX dividend share that has been rated as a buy is Elders. It is a leading agribusiness company offering a range of services to rural and regional customers across the ANZ region.

After going through a very difficult period, the company has bounced back incredibly strongly in the last couple of years. This has seen the company report stellar earnings growth. This includes an 80% increase in first-half EBIT to $132.8 million last month.

The good news is that Goldman Sachs doesn't believe that Elders' growth is over and expects further growth in the near term. In addition, the broker likes the company due to its "strong track record; good industry structure; potential for positive earnings surprise; and an attractive valuation."

Goldman Sachs currently has a buy rating and $21.00 price target on its shares.

In addition, it is forecasting dividends per share of 50 cents in FY 2022 and 53 cents in FY 2023. Based on the current Elders share price of $11.54, this implies attractive yields of 4.3% and 4.6%, respectively.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Dicker Data Limited. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Dicker Data Limited. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Elders Limited. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

More on Dividend Investing

Man holding fifty Australian Dollar banknote in his hands, symbolising dividends, symbolising dividends.
Dividend Investing

Why a smaller dividend yield can lead to more passive income

A smaller dividend yield could be a better choice for the coming years.

Read more »

Person handing out $100 notes, symbolising ex-dividend date.
Dividend Investing

Get paid huge amounts of cash to own these ASX dividend stocks

These stocks have large payouts with potential for growth.

Read more »

Australian dollar notes in the pocket of a man's jeans, symbolising dividends.
Dividend Investing

I'd buy 5,883 shares of this ASX stock to aim for $1,000 of annual passive income

I’d pick this stock for its strong dividend record.

Read more »

A woman wearing yellow smiles and drinks coffee while on laptop.
Dividend Investing

Forget CBA and buy these ASX dividend shares

Let's see why analysts think these shares could be buys and better than Australia's largest bank.

Read more »

Man holding out Australian dollar notes, symbolising dividends.
Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend stocks for 5% to 8% dividend yields

Analysts think these stocks would be great picks for income investors.

Read more »

A man walks up three brick pillars to a dollar sign.
Dividend Investing

How to turn ASX dividends into long-term wealth

This simple strategy could be an easy way to build wealth in the share market.

Read more »

Woman using a pen on a digital stock market chart in an office.
Dividend Investing

Here's my top ASX dividend stock for 2026

With a growing dividend, resilient traffic trends, and inflation-linked revenue, this is my top ASX dividend stock for 2026.

Read more »

A businessman in a suit adds a coin to a pink piggy bank sitting on his desk next to a pile of coins and a clock, indicating the power of compound interest over time.
Dividend Investing

These ASX dividend stocks are built to keep paying and paying

Here are two of the ASX's best dividend payers...

Read more »