Dividends are important component of total return especially over the long-term. Even in years when price appreciation is average or low or even where there is a decline in stock prices, dividends can boost the overall returns. So investors must consider well-paying dividend stocks for a higher total return.

Five foreign stocks that have dividend yields of over 5% are listed below for further research:

1.Company: Total SA (TOT)
Current Dividend Yield: 5.28%
Sector:Oil
Country: France

2.Company: National Grid PLC (NGG)
Current Dividend Yield: 5.12%
Sector: Multi-Utilities
Country: UK

3.Company:Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CMWAY)
Current Dividend Yield: 5.22%
Sector: Banking
Country: Australia

4.Company: Vodafone Group PLC (VOD)
Current Dividend Yield: 5.92%
Sector: Telecom
Country: UK

5.Company: Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior SA (BLX)
Current Dividend Yield: 5.60%
Sector: Banking
Country: Panama

Note: Dividend yields noted above are as of Jan 23, 2017. Data is known to be accurate from sources used.Please use your own due diligence before making any investment decisions.

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