As the ASX200 reached a new all-time intra-day high of 9,054 points, the Australian market has been buoyed by strong performances in the Materials and Energy sectors, while Financials lagged behind. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks with yields of at least 3% can offer investors a steady income stream and potential stability amidst fluctuating sector performances.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Australia

Name Dividend Yield Dividend Rating Sugar Terminals (NSX:SUG) 8.08% ★★★★★☆ Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) 3.23% ★★★★☆☆ New Hope (ASX:NHC) 9.28% ★★★★★☆ MFF Capital Investments (ASX:MFF) 3.82% ★★★★★☆ Lindsay Australia (ASX:LAU) 7.73% ★★★★★☆ Kina Securities (ASX:KSL) 7.21% ★★★★★☆ IVE Group (ASX:IGL) 5.86% ★★★★☆☆ GWA Group (ASX:GWA) 6.30% ★★★★☆☆ Fiducian Group (ASX:FID) 3.80% ★★★★★☆ EQT Holdings (ASX:EQT) 3.35% ★★★★★☆

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Carlton Investments

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Carlton Investments Limited is a publicly owned asset management holding company with a market cap of approximately A$990.27 million.

Operations: Carlton Investments Limited generates revenue primarily through the acquisition and long-term holding of shares and units, amounting to A$41.60 million.

Dividend Yield: 3%

Carlton Investments recently declared fully franked dividends of A$0.68 per ordinary share, payable on September 17, 2025. The company's dividend payments are covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 77% and 75.7%, respectively. However, its dividend yield of 3.01% is low compared to top-tier Australian payers, and past volatility raises concerns about reliability despite consistent increases over the last decade. Earnings have shown modest growth recently, supporting current payouts.

Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Carlton Investments. Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Carlton Investments is priced higher than what may be justified by its financials.ASX:CIN Dividend History as at Aug 2025

EQT Holdings

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: EQT Holdings Limited, with a market cap of A$893.38 million, operates in Australia offering philanthropic, trustee, and investment services through its subsidiaries.

Operations: EQT Holdings Limited generates revenue from its Corporate & Superannuation Trustee Services segment, which accounts for A$79.99 million, and its Trustee & Wealth Services (excluding Superannuation Trustee Services) segment, contributing A$102.18 million.

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Dividend Yield: 3.4%

EQT Holdings declared a total dividend of A$1.11 per share for the year, with a recent payout of A$0.56 per security. The dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, despite a high payout ratio of 86.7%. While the yield is lower than top-tier Australian dividend stocks at 3.35%, EQT's dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by strong earnings growth of 19.7% last year to A$33.22 million net income.

Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in EQT Holdings' dividend report. Our valuation report here indicates EQT Holdings may be overvalued.ASX:EQT Dividend History as at Aug 2025

Northern Star Resources

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Northern Star Resources Limited is involved in the exploration, development, mining, and processing of gold deposits with a market cap of A$26.53 billion.

Operations: Northern Star Resources Limited generates revenue from several segments, including KCGM (A$1.65 billion), Pogo (A$1.12 billion), Jundee (A$1.12 billion), Kalgoorlie (A$679.30 million), Carosue Dam (A$934.70 million), and Thunderbox & Bronzewing (A$909.80 million).

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Northern Star Resources announced an ordinary dividend of A$0.30 per share for the six-month period ending June 30, 2025. Despite a low yield of 3.23% compared to top-tier Australian dividend stocks, dividends have been stable over the past decade. Earnings cover dividends with a payout ratio of 48.8%, yet high cash payout ratios indicate coverage issues by free cash flow. Recent earnings growth and increased sales to A$6.41 billion enhance potential for future dividends despite shareholder dilution concerns last year.

Navigate through the intricacies of Northern Star Resources with our comprehensive dividend report here. In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Northern Star Resources is trading beyond its estimated value.ASX:NST Dividend History as at Aug 2025

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Companies discussed in this article include ASX:CIN ASX:EQT and ASX:NST.

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