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As global markets grapple with concerns over AI disruptions and economic shifts, Asian stock markets have shown resilience, with Japan's indices experiencing notable gains and China's benchmarks inching higher. In this environment, dividend stocks in Asia can offer a compelling opportunity for investors seeking steady income streams amidst market volatility.

Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating global markets, Asian stocks have shown resilience with Japan's indices surging and China's benchmarks modestly rising ahead of the Lunar New Year holidays. As investors navigate these dynamic conditions, identifying promising small-cap stocks in Asia can offer unique opportunities for growth, particularly those that demonstrate strong fundamentals and adaptability in a shifting economic landscape.

La-Z-Boy reported its third-quarter results after the market close on February 17, 2026, following earlier guidance that highlighted modest year-on-year revenue growth expectations and a projected earnings per share decline. Analysts had reconfirmed largely unchanged estimates into the release, underscoring how even a small shift in revenue or margins could challenge assumptions about La-Z-Boy’s earnings power. With earnings now out and analysts previously flagging softer EPS alongside...

Nikkiso (TSE:6376) has drawn fresh attention after issuing new earnings forecasts for 2026 along with plans for higher cash dividends, including declared payouts for 2025 and expected increases in the current fiscal year. See our latest analysis for Nikkiso. The guidance and dividend news has arrived alongside very strong recent momentum, with the share price up 66.75% over 90 days and a year to date share price return of 56.15%. This has contributed to a 1 year total shareholder return of...

In February 2026, a Philadelphia jury found Johnson & Johnson liable for its talc-based baby powder contributing to a woman’s ovarian cancer death, awarding US$50,000 in compensatory and US$200,000 in punitive damages amid more than 70,000 similar lawsuits pending nationwide. This verdict, alongside recent scientific findings strengthening the evidence of a link between genital talc use and ovarian cancer, intensifies Johnson & Johnson’s legal and reputational risk at a time when it has...

Curtiss-Wright recently reported past fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of US$946.98 million and net income of US$137 million, issued 2026 guidance calling for higher sales and earnings, confirmed its quarterly US$0.24 dividend, and completed a multi-year buyback program that retired 17.46% of its shares. The company also announced that Boeing selected it to supply mission computer technology for the C-17 modernization program under a contract valued at more than US$400 million over its life,...

Cimpress (CMPR) has been drawing investor attention after recent share price moves, with the stock down around 7% over the past month but showing a positive return in the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Cimpress. At a share price of $74.27, Cimpress has seen a 6.86% 1 month share price decline after a 13.11% 3 month share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of 37.92% and 3 year total shareholder return of 96.22% point to momentum that has built over a longer...

Teledyne Technologies (TDY) has just put fresh space and defense work into motion by starting production of infrared Focal Plane Modules for the Space Development Agency’s Tracking Layer Tranche 3 satellite program. See our latest analysis for Teledyne Technologies. Those contract wins and product launches come as Teledyne Technologies’ share price sits at US$660.29, with a 30 day share price return of 13.51% and a 90 day share price return of 30.97%, alongside a 1 year total shareholder...

EastGroup Properties (EGP) shares moved after the company released fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, along with fresh 2026 guidance, giving investors updated visibility on earnings, revenue and per share performance. See our latest analysis for EastGroup Properties. The latest results and 2026 guidance have arrived after a steady run in the share price, with a 6.00% 90 day share price return and a 57.35% five year total shareholder return suggesting momentum has been building over...

BWP Trust recently reported results for the half year ended 31 December 2025, with sales rising to A$102.56 million and net income reaching A$226.19 million. The sharp increase in basic earnings per share to A$0.3131 from A$0.2202 highlights how recent operations have translated into stronger profitability. We’ll now examine how this stronger half-year profit performance could influence BWP Trust’s existing investment narrative and future expectations. Invest in the nuclear renaissance...

Steel Dynamics (STLD) is back in focus after Q4 results showed the impact of lower steel prices and softer demand, even as the stock outpaced the broader market over the past year. See our latest analysis for Steel Dynamics. The share price pullback of 3.9% over the past day and 5.5% over the past week comes after a strong run, with a 30 day share price return of 10.4% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 43.2%. This suggests recent momentum is now cooling after a robust longer term...

Lendlease Global Commercial REIT (SGX:JYEU) has drawn investor attention after releasing half-year earnings to 31 December 2025, with net income and earnings per unit higher despite slightly lower sales. See our latest analysis for Lendlease Global Commercial REIT. The latest earnings and recent distribution affirmation have come alongside a 90 day share price return of 5% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 31.52%, which suggests momentum has been building as investors reassess income...

Why Encompass Health is on investors’ radar today Encompass Health (EHC) shares have drawn attention after recent trading moves, with the stock closing at $110.14 and showing mixed short term and past 3 months return patterns. See our latest analysis for Encompass Health. Recent trading has been choppy, with a 1 day share price return of a 1.71% decline but a 30 day share price return of 9.59%, while the 5 year total shareholder return of 83.86% points to stronger gains over a longer...

PHINIA (PHIN) just posted its fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, along with fresh 2026 guidance, giving investors new data on revenue, profitability and management’s expectations for the business. See our latest analysis for PHINIA. PHINIA’s recent earnings and 2026 outlook have arrived alongside strong momentum, with a 44.18% 3 month share price return and a 49.58% 1 year total shareholder return suggesting improving sentiment around its prospects and risks. If this update has you...

Index additions put OneSpaWorld Holdings (OSW) on more investor radars OneSpaWorld Holdings (NasdaqCM:OSW) has just been added to the S&P 1000, S&P Composite 1500, S&P 600, and S&P 600 Consumer Discretionary indices, a shift that can influence fund flows and visibility. See our latest analysis for OneSpaWorld Holdings. OSW’s recent index inclusions come on top of a period of stronger share price momentum, with a 30-day share price return of 15.11% and a three year total shareholder return of...

In February 2026, Clas Ohlson AB reported that January 2026 sales reached SEK 1,005 million, bringing year‑to‑date sales to SEK 9,903 million, with a 7% overall increase driven by 9% organic growth and no meaningful contribution from acquisitions. The absence of acquisition effects means the reported growth is largely rooted in Clas Ohlson’s existing operations, offering investors a clearer view of the underlying demand for its retail offering. We’ll now explore how this strong organic sales...

Argo Investments Limited recently reported half-year net income of A$130.79 million for the six months to 31 December 2025, up from A$121.23 million a year earlier, with basic earnings per share rising to A$0.172 from A$0.159. Following these results, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of A$0.185 per share, attaching franking credits at the 30% corporate tax rate and reinforcing the role of tax-effective income in its appeal to shareholders. We’ll now examine how Argo’s...

Crédit Agricole (ENXTPA:ACA) has drawn fresh attention after releasing its fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, along with a proposed 2025 dividend of €1.13 per share, with payment scheduled for 28 May 2026. See our latest analysis for Crédit Agricole. At a share price of €18.03, Crédit Agricole has a 90 day share price return of 13.51%, while its 1 year total shareholder return of 25.56% and 5 year total shareholder return of 131.50% point to momentum that has been building over...

Brixmor Property Group Inc. recently reported fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of US$353.75 million and net income of US$137.13 million, alongside a full-year net income of US$386.23 million, a US$4.39 million real estate impairment charge, and a maintained quarterly dividend of US$0.3075 per share. At the same time, Brixmor issued 2026 net income guidance of US$299 million to US$312 million, signaling a more measured earnings outlook after a stronger 2025. We’ll now examine how Brixmor’s strong...

In February 2026, Healthcare Services Group, Inc. reported stronger fourth‑quarter and full‑year 2025 results, outlined plans for mid‑single‑digit revenue growth in 2026, completed a prior US$77.14 million buyback, and authorized a new 12‑month program to repurchase up to 10,000,000 shares for US$75 million while pursuing acquisitions. The combination of higher earnings, a leaner balance sheet, and ongoing share repurchases suggests management is actively using capital to support both...

Rexford Industrial Realty has reported its 2025 results, with revenue rising to US$1,003.13 million while net income and earnings per share fell, alongside announcing higher common and preferred dividends, new 2026 earnings guidance and a fresh US$500 million share repurchase program. This combination of weaker profitability but continued capital returns and buybacks highlights management’s confidence in cash generation despite near-term earnings pressure. With that backdrop, we’ll now...

Waystar Holding (WAY) has caught investor attention after a stretch of weaker share performance, with the stock showing negative moves over the past week, month and past 3 months despite positive annual revenue and net income figures. See our latest analysis for Waystar Holding. At a latest share price of US$22.41, Waystar Holding’s recent momentum has been weak. The 30 day share price return of 25.97% and the 1 year total shareholder return of 50.58% are in decline, hinting at cooler...

In recent days, UBS reaffirmed its positive rating on Veracyte after the company’s fourth-quarter testing revenue came in ahead of expectations, largely due to higher average selling prices and prior-period collections rather than test volume growth. UBS also highlighted that Veracyte’s 2026 testing revenue outlook and maintained adjusted EBITDA margin target do not yet fully reflect possible contributions from upcoming products, suggesting further potential upside if these initiatives gain...

SMC Corporation has reported past nine-month results to December 31, 2025, with sales of ¥609,933 million and net income of ¥121,625 million, alongside higher basic earnings per share year on year. The company also issued consolidated guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, outlining expected net sales of ¥816,000 million and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥153,000 million, giving investors clearer visibility on anticipated full-year performance. With these results...