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3 Dividend Stocks In China With Up To 4.4% Yield

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As Chinese equities rise amid a holiday-shortened week and the Fed's recent rate cut, investors are closely watching how these changes impact market dynamics. In this environment, dividend stocks offer a compelling option for those seeking stable returns, especially in light of the current economic data suggesting slowing momentum in China's economy. When evaluating dividend stocks, it's crucial to consider factors such as yield stability and the company's financial health. Here are three Chinese dividend stocks with yields of up to 4.4% that may be worth your attention.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In China

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Midea Group (SZSE:000333)4.54%★★★★★★
Anhui Anke Biotechnology (Group) (SZSE:300009)3.29%★★★★★★
Changhong Meiling (SZSE:000521)3.12%★★★★★★
Ping An Bank (SZSE:000001)7.26%★★★★★★
China South Publishing & Media Group (SHSE:601098)4.31%★★★★★★
Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)4.23%★★★★★★
Kweichow Moutai (SHSE:600519)3.95%★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)4.70%★★★★★★
Chacha Food Company (SZSE:002557)3.66%★★★★★★
Zhejiang Jiaxin SilkLtd (SZSE:002404)5.78%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 273 stocks from our Top Chinese Dividend Stocks screener.

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

G-bits Network Technology (Xiamen) (SHSE:603444)

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

Overview: G-bits Network Technology (Xiamen) Co., Ltd. operates in the online gaming industry, developing and publishing games with a market cap of approximately CN¥14.51 billion.

Operations: G-bits Network Technology (Xiamen) Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from developing and publishing online games.

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

G-bits Network Technology (Xiamen) has a dividend payout ratio of 33.5%, indicating dividends are well-covered by earnings, while its cash payout ratio stands at 56.2%. The company offers a high dividend yield of 4.45%, placing it in the top quartile of Chinese dividend payers. However, G-bits' dividend payments have been volatile over the past seven years and its recent financial performance shows a decline in net income and sales for H1 2024 compared to the previous year.

SHSE:603444 Dividend History as at Sep 2024
SHSE:603444 Dividend History as at Sep 2024

LBX Pharmacy Chain (SHSE:603883)

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

Overview: LBX Pharmacy Chain Joint Stock Company operates a pharmacy store chain in China and has a market cap of approximately CN¥10.78 billion.

Operations: LBX Pharmacy Chain Joint Stock Company generates revenue primarily through its pharmacy store chain operations in China.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

LBX Pharmacy Chain's dividend yield of 3.59% ranks in the top 25% of Chinese dividend payers, supported by a low cash payout ratio of 23.5%. However, its dividends have been volatile over the past eight years and its recent financials show a slight decline in net income to CNY 502.7 million for H1 2024 from CNY 513.25 million a year ago. Despite trading at good value compared to peers, LBX's unstable dividend history raises concerns about sustainability.

SHSE:603883 Dividend History as at Sep 2024
SHSE:603883 Dividend History as at Sep 2024

Hisense Home Appliances Group (SZSE:000921)

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

Overview: Hisense Home Appliances Group Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells household electrical appliances under the Hisense, Ronshen, Kelon, Hitachi and York brands in China and internationally, with a market cap of approximately CN¥34.48 billion.

Operations: Hisense Home Appliances Group Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from HVAC (CN¥40.26 billion) and Ice Washing (CN¥29.20 billion) segments.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Hisense Home Appliances Group's dividend yield of 3.71% is among the top 25% in China, with a low cash payout ratio of 17.9%, indicating strong coverage by cash flows. However, its dividend history is less stable, having been paid for only eight years and showing volatility. Despite this, the company reported significant earnings growth for H1 2024 with net income rising to CNY 2.02 billion from CNY 1.50 billion a year ago, suggesting potential for future payouts.

SZSE:000921 Dividend History as at Sep 2024
SZSE:000921 Dividend History as at Sep 2024

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