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Top Asian Dividend Stocks To Watch In April 2025

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As global markets grapple with the impact of unexpected U.S. tariffs, concerns about economic growth and inflation have intensified, leading to heightened volatility across major indices. In this uncertain environment, dividend stocks in Asia can offer a measure of stability and income potential for investors seeking to navigate these turbulent times.

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Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Asia

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Totech (TSE:9960)4.22%★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)3.90%★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)5.36%★★★★★★
Intelligent Wave (TSE:4847)4.29%★★★★★★
GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)4.42%★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)3.64%★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)3.62%★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)4.53%★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)5.28%★★★★★★
Japan Excellent (TSE:8987)4.65%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1256 stocks from our Top Asian Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

First Tractor (SEHK:38)

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

Overview: First Tractor Company Limited focuses on the research, development, manufacture, and sale of agricultural and power machinery globally, with a market cap of HK$13.33 billion.

Operations: First Tractor Company Limited generates revenue primarily from its agricultural and power machinery segments.

Dividend Yield: 5.4%

First Tractor's recent dividend proposal of RMB 0.2995 per share, totaling RMB 336.53 million, represents a payout ratio of 36.50% of net profit for 2024 and is subject to shareholder approval. Despite a volatile dividend history, current payouts are well-covered by earnings and cash flows with ratios at 35.4% and 32.3%, respectively. The stock trades at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio of 7.1x compared to the Hong Kong market average, though its yield lags behind top-tier payers in the region.

SEHK:38 Dividend History as at Apr 2025
SEHK:38 Dividend History as at Apr 2025

Fujian Funeng (SHSE:600483)

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

Overview: Fujian Funeng Co., Ltd. operates in the production and sale of electricity and heat in China, with a market cap of CN¥26.08 billion.

Operations: Fujian Funeng Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its operations in the production and sale of electricity and heat within China.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Fujian Funeng's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, yet they remain well-covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 28.7% and 37.2%, respectively. The company's dividend yield of 3.3% ranks in the top 25% in China's market, though its history of unstable payouts may concern some investors. Trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value, it offers good relative value compared to peers despite its high debt levels.

SHSE:600483 Dividend History as at Apr 2025
SHSE:600483 Dividend History as at Apr 2025

DeHua TB New Decoration MaterialLtd (SZSE:002043)

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

Overview: DeHua TB New Decoration Material Co., Ltd specializes in the production and sale of environmentally friendly furniture panels both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥8.75 billion.

Operations: DeHua TB New Decoration Material Co., Ltd generates revenue through the production and sale of eco-friendly furniture panels, catering to both domestic and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 5.3%

DeHua TB New Decoration Material Ltd. offers a dividend yield of 5.26%, placing it in the top 25% of Chinese dividend payers, yet its dividends have been volatile over the past decade. The company's high payout ratio of 93.3% indicates dividends are not well-covered by earnings, although cash flows cover them better with a lower cash payout ratio of 39.3%. Despite recent declines in net income to CNY 588.27 million, it trades significantly below estimated fair value, suggesting potential relative value for investors seeking discounted opportunities amidst fluctuating payouts.

SZSE:002043 Dividend History as at Apr 2025
SZSE:002043 Dividend History as at Apr 2025

Summing It All Up

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