3 Asian Dividend Stocks Yielding Over 3.1%

As global markets grapple with economic uncertainty and inflation concerns, investors are increasingly looking towards Asia for opportunities, particularly in the realm of dividend stocks. In this environment, a strong dividend yield can provide a buffer against market volatility and offer a steady income stream, making it an attractive feature for those seeking stability amidst fluctuating indices.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Asia

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EBOS Group (NZSE:EBO)

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

Overview: EBOS Group Limited operates in the marketing, wholesale, and distribution of healthcare, medical, pharmaceutical, and animal care products across Australia, Southeast Asia, and New Zealand with a market cap of NZ$7.59 billion.

Operations: EBOS Group's revenue segments include A$12.00 billion from Healthcare and A$597.08 million from Animal Care.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

EBOS Group has maintained stable and reliable dividend payments over the past decade, with recent announcements affirming a fully franked interim dividend of NZ$0.57 per share. Despite a decrease in sales and net income for the half-year ending December 2024, dividends remain covered by earnings (85.2% payout ratio) and cash flows (70% cash payout ratio). The dividend yield is relatively low at 3.18%, but the company offers a Dividend Reinvestment Plan with shares available at a discount to VWAP.

• Get an in-depth perspective on EBOS Group's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, EBOS Group's share price might be too optimistic.

Xinhua Winshare Publishing and Media (SEHK:811)

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

Overview: Xinhua Winshare Publishing and Media Co., Ltd. operates in the publishing and media industry, with a market cap of approximately HK$17.97 billion.

Operations: Xinhua Winshare Publishing and Media Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its operations in the publishing and media sector.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Xinhua Winshare Publishing and Media Co., Ltd. reported stable sales growth, with revenues reaching CNY 12.33 billion for 2024, though net income slightly declined. The company proposed a final dividend of RMB 0.41 per share, supported by a low payout ratio of 47.6%, indicating sustainability despite past volatility in dividend payments. Trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, the stock presents good relative value compared to peers in the Hong Kong market where its yield is below top-tier levels.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Xinhua Winshare Publishing and Media.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Xinhua Winshare Publishing and Media is trading behind its estimated value.

Central China Land MediaLTD (SZSE:000719)

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

Overview: Central China Land Media CO., LTD, along with its subsidiaries, is involved in the editing, production, and marketing of publications in China and has a market cap of CN¥12.01 billion.

Operations: Central China Land Media CO., LTD generates revenue through its operations in the editing, production, and marketing of publications within China.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Central China Land Media Ltd. offers a dividend yield of 3.58%, ranking in the top 25% within the CN market, yet its high payout ratio of 422.7% suggests dividends are not covered by earnings but well supported by cash flows with a low cash payout ratio of 21.6%. Despite stable dividends over the past decade, recent earnings showed a decline, with net income at CNY 1.05 billion for 2024, reflecting potential challenges in sustaining future payouts.

• Dive into the specifics of Central China Land MediaLTD here with our thorough dividend report.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Central China Land MediaLTD shares in the market.

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