3 Top Asian Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 9.7%

As global markets respond to new U.S. tariffs with muted reactions, Asian economies are navigating a complex landscape of trade tensions and economic stimuli. In this environment, dividend stocks in Asia offer potential stability and income, making them an attractive consideration for investors seeking resilience amid market fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Asia

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Automated Systems Holdings (SEHK:771)

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

Overview: Automated Systems Holdings Limited is an investment holding company that offers IT services to corporate clients across Hong Kong, the United States, Singapore, Mainland China, Macau, Thailand, and Taiwan with a market cap of HK$817.02 million.

Operations: Automated Systems Holdings Limited generates revenue primarily from IT Products, which contribute HK$1.11 billion, and IT Services, amounting to HK$1.28 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Automated Systems Holdings offers a mixed dividend profile. Despite a low payout ratio of 16.7% and cash flow coverage at 23.9%, indicating strong dividend sustainability, its track record is volatile with unreliable payments over the past decade. The recent approval of a final dividend of 3 HK cents per share reflects ongoing commitment, but the yield remains low compared to top-tier Hong Kong payers. Recent board changes may influence future strategic decisions impacting dividends.

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Bangkok Airways (SET:BA)

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

Overview: Bangkok Airways Public Company Limited, along with its subsidiaries, offers air transportation and airport services, with a market cap of THB30 billion.

Operations: Bangkok Airways generates revenue primarily from its airlines segment (THB18.14 billion), along with supporting airlines business (THB5.50 billion) and airport services (THB590 million).

Dividend Yield: 9.8%

Bangkok Airways' dividend yield ranks in the top 25% of Thai payers, yet its history of volatile payments over the past decade raises concerns about reliability. Despite this, dividends are covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 76.1% and 58.8%, respectively. The recent approval of a share repurchase program aims to enhance return on equity and earnings per share using excess liquidity, potentially benefiting shareholders indirectly through increased value.

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• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Bangkok Airways is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Nordic Group (SGX:MR7)

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

Overview: Nordic Group Limited is an investment holding company that offers a wide range of solutions including system integration, maintenance, repair, overhaul, trading, precision engineering, and various engineering services globally with a market capitalization of SGD155.42 million.

Operations: Nordic Group Limited's revenue segments consist of Project Services generating SGD82.10 million and Maintenance Services contributing SGD81.85 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

Nordic Group's dividend payments are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 39.9% and 42.7%, respectively, though its history shows volatility over the past decade. The dividend yield is below the top tier in Singapore's market at 4.49%. Recent expansion into Thailand through Avitools aims to bolster regional growth without impacting current financial metrics significantly, suggesting a strategic focus on long-term value creation for shareholders.

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• Our valuation report here indicates Nordic Group may be overvalued.

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