4 High Dividend Yields up to 20% but Wall Street Keeps Ignoring Them

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses four high dividend yield stocks, ranging from 7.9% to 20.6%, that are currently being overlooked by Wall Street analysts despite their potential for income generation [1][2]. Group 1: National Storage Affiliates Trust (NSA) - NSA is a self-storage REIT with a yield of 7.9%, operating 1,069 properties across 37 states and Puerto Rico, and is considered recession-resistant [3][4]. - The stock has experienced a 20% decline in 2025, attributed to lower earnings and occupancy rates, although similar trends are seen in competitors, indicating broader industry challenges [4][5]. - NSA's payout coverage is tightening, with expected earnings of $2.20 per share against a dividend payout of $2.28, leading to concerns about sustainability [5]. Group 2: Alexanders (ALX) - ALX, yielding 8.5%, is a concentrated landlord with significant reliance on a single tenant, Bloomberg, which accounts for 60% of its revenue [6][7]. - The company is facing financial difficulties, including a loan restructuring discussion after failing to repay a $300 million loan [7]. - Despite these issues, ALX has delivered double-digit total returns in 2025, outperforming the broader real estate sector [8]. Group 3: Robert Half (RHI) - RHI has a yield of 9.0% and operates in talent solutions and consulting, but its stock has plummeted 80% since its peak in 2022, leading to more Sell and Hold ratings than Buys [10][11]. - The company is facing challenges from AI's impact on job placements, although its CEO argues that the effects are overstated for experienced roles [14][15]. - RHI's dividend payout is projected to exceed earnings significantly, with expected profits dropping by 45% this year [15]. Group 4: Cricut (CRCT) - Cricut boasts a high yield of 20.6% and operates as a creativity platform, but its profitability is declining despite recent dividend commitments [17][18]. - The company has seen a significant drop in stock price, leading to a yield increase, yet analysts are pessimistic about its future growth prospects [19][20]. - Revenue projections indicate potential stagnation or decline, particularly if economic conditions affect holiday sales, which are crucial for the company [21].