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3 Leading SEHK Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 5.6%

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Amid global economic uncertainties and mixed performance across major indices, the Hong Kong market has faced its own set of challenges. Despite these headwinds, dividend stocks listed on the SEHK continue to attract investors seeking steady income in volatile times. In such an environment, a good dividend stock is characterized by a strong balance sheet, consistent earnings growth, and a reliable payout history. These attributes are particularly valuable when market conditions are less predictable and economic data remains mixed.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Hong Kong

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (SEHK:3618)8.76%★★★★★★
Bank of China (SEHK:3988)7.75%★★★★★☆
Lenovo Group (SEHK:992)4.17%★★★★★☆
Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group (SEHK:1929)9.39%★★★★★☆
China Construction Bank (SEHK:939)8.05%★★★★★☆
Sinopharm Group (SEHK:1099)5.82%★★★★★☆
Zhongsheng Group Holdings (SEHK:881)8.87%★★★★★☆
PC Partner Group (SEHK:1263)9.66%★★★★★☆
China Resources Land (SEHK:1109)8.14%★★★★★☆
Tian An China Investments (SEHK:28)5.33%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 74 stocks from our Top SEHK Dividend Stocks screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

SITC International Holdings (SEHK:1308)

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

Overview: SITC International Holdings Company Limited, a shipping logistics company with a market cap of HK$47.54 billion, provides integrated transportation and logistics solutions in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, Southeast Asia, and internationally.

Operations: SITC International Holdings Company Limited generates revenue primarily from its Container Shipping and Logistics segment, which amounts to $2.48 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

SITC International Holdings declared an interim dividend of HK$0.72 per share for H1 2024, with a payment date of 20 September 2024. Despite a net profit margin drop from 35% to 23.1%, the company reported increased sales and net income for the period. The dividend payout is covered by earnings (72.2%) and cash flows (76.4%), though its yield (5.63%) is lower than top-tier payers in Hong Kong, and past dividends have been unstable.

SEHK:1308 Dividend History as at Sep 2024

Xtep International Holdings (SEHK:1368)

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

Overview: Xtep International Holdings Limited designs, develops, manufactures, and markets sports footwear, apparel, and accessories for adults and children in China with a market cap of HK$11.17 billion.

Operations: Xtep International Holdings Limited generates revenue from three main segments: Athleisure (CN¥1.68 billion), Mass Market (CN¥12.31 billion), and Professional Sports (CN¥1.04 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

Xtep International Holdings announced an interim dividend of HK$0.156 per share for H1 2024, payable on 30 October 2024, and a special dividend of HK$0.447 per share. The company's earnings and net income have shown growth, with sales reaching CNY7.20 billion and net income at CNY752.07 million for the period. Despite a volatile dividend history, the current payout is well-covered by both earnings (48.8%) and cash flows (33.9%).

SEHK:1368 Dividend History as at Sep 2024

Wasion Holdings (SEHK:3393)

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

Overview: Wasion Holdings Limited is an investment holding company involved in the research, development, production, and sale of energy metering and energy efficiency management solutions for energy supply industries across various regions including China, Africa, the United States, Europe, and other parts of Asia with a market cap of HK$5.21 billion.

Operations: Wasion Holdings Limited generates revenue from three main segments: Advanced Distribution Operations (CN¥2.51 billion), Power Advanced Metering Infrastructure (CN¥2.99 billion), and Communication and Fluid Advanced Metering Infrastructure (CN¥2.42 billion).

Dividend Yield: 5.4%

Wasion Holdings' dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, with a payout ratio of 44% indicating good coverage by earnings. Recent earnings for H1 2024 showed significant improvement, with net income rising to CNY331.03 million from CNY213.82 million a year ago, driven by increased sales and effective cost control measures. Despite its low dividend yield compared to top-tier payers in Hong Kong, Wasion is trading at a substantial discount to its estimated fair value.

SEHK:3393 Dividend History as at Sep 2024

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About SEHK:3393

Wasion Holdings

An investment holding company, engages in the research and development, production, and sale of energy metering and energy efficiency management solutions for energy supply industries in the People’s Republic of China, Africa, the United States, Europe, and rest of Asia.