Examining 3 Leading Dividend Stocks With Yields Up To 5.4%

Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating global markets, the Hong Kong stock market has shown resilience, with the Hang Seng Index gaining 3.11% recently. This positive momentum in Hong Kong makes it an opportune time to examine dividend stocks, which can offer investors potential income stability and growth in varying economic climates.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Hong Kong

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (SEHK:3618)	8.21%	★★★★★★
CITIC Telecom International Holdings (SEHK:1883)	8.94%	★★★★★★
Consun Pharmaceutical Group (SEHK:1681)	8.64%	★★★★★☆
China Construction Bank (SEHK:939)	7.31%	★★★★★☆
S.A.S. Dragon Holdings (SEHK:1184)	9.21%	★★★★★☆
China Electronics Huada Technology (SEHK:85)	7.55%	★★★★★☆
Playmates Toys (SEHK:869)	8.82%	★★★★★☆
Bank of China (SEHK:3988)	6.50%	★★★★★☆
China Mobile (SEHK:941)	6.50%	★★★★★☆
Sinopharm Group (SEHK:1099)	4.01%	★★★★★☆

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

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group (SEHK:1929)

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

Overview: Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Limited operates as an investment holding company that manufactures and sells jewelry across Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and several other countries globally, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$112.46 billion.

Operations: Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Limited generates HK$81.38 billion in revenue from Mainland China and HK$17.29 billion from Hong Kong, Macau, and other markets.

Dividend Yield: 4.7%

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group has demonstrated a mixed dividend profile. While the company's dividends are covered by both earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 80.3% and a cash payout ratio of 30.5%, its dividend history shows volatility and unreliability over the past decade. Despite this, dividends have increased in that period. Recent sales results indicate a robust retail sales value growth of 12.8% in Hong Kong & Macau, although same-store sales in Mainland China dipped by 2.7%.

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• Our valuation report here indicates Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group may be overvalued.

Golden Resources Development International (SEHK:677)

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

Overview: Golden Resources Development International Limited operates as an investment holding company, focusing on the sourcing, importing, wholesaling, processing, packaging, marketing, and distributing of rice primarily in Hong Kong and Vietnam with international operations; it has a market capitalization of approximately HK$789.29 million.

Operations: Golden Resources Development International Limited generates revenue primarily through its convenience store operations, which brought in HK$1.18 billion, followed by rice operations at HK$0.71 billion, and smaller contributions from packaging materials and property investment totaling HK$0.16 billion and HK$0.003 billion respectively.

Dividend Yield: 5.5%

Golden Resources Development International has a relatively stable financial base for dividends, evidenced by a low payout ratio of 31.5% and a cash payout ratio of 25.3%, suggesting that dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows. However, the dividend history is marked by volatility, with significant fluctuations over the past decade. Recently, there have been key executive changes, potentially impacting management stability and future strategy. The stock trades below its estimated fair value by 19.4%, yet its dividend yield at 5.48% lags behind the top quartile of Hong Kong dividend payers at 7.41%.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Golden Resources Development International's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• The analysis detailed in our Golden Resources Development International valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Zhongsheng Group Holdings (SEHK:881)

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

Overview: Zhongsheng Group Holdings Limited operates as an investment holding company, primarily involved in the sale and service of motor vehicles across the People’s Republic of China, with a market capitalization of approximately HK$38.31 billion.

Operations: Zhongsheng Group Holdings Limited generates revenue primarily through the sale of motor vehicles and related services, totaling CN¥179.29 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

Zhongsheng Group Holdings has demonstrated an unstable dividend history, with significant annual fluctuations exceeding 20% in the past decade. Despite this, its dividends are adequately supported by a low payout ratio of 35.2% and a cash payout ratio of 49.7%, indicating sound coverage by earnings and cash flows respectively. The stock is trading at a substantial discount to its estimated fair value, down 69.8%. However, its current dividend yield of 4.94% falls below the top quartile benchmark in Hong Kong's market at 7.41%. Recent executive changes could influence future financial strategies and stability.

• Dive into the specifics of Zhongsheng Group Holdings here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Zhongsheng Group Holdings implies its share price may be lower than expected.

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