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Kunlun Energy Leads These 3 SEHK Dividend Stocks

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As global markets navigate a complex landscape with varying economic indicators, the Hong Kong market presents its own set of challenges and opportunities, highlighted by recent fluctuations in the Hang Seng Index. In this environment, dividend stocks like Kunlun Energy stand out for their potential to provide steady income streams amidst broader market volatility.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Hong Kong

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
China Hongqiao Group (SEHK:1378)8.29%★★★★★☆
Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (SEHK:3618)7.06%★★★★★☆
Bank of China (SEHK:3988)6.96%★★★★★☆
Playmates Toys (SEHK:869)8.70%★★★★★☆
China Construction Bank (SEHK:939)7.00%★★★★★☆
PC Partner Group (SEHK:1263)8.46%★★★★★☆
Tianjin Development Holdings (SEHK:882)6.92%★★★★★☆
China Mobile (SEHK:941)6.56%★★★★★☆
Sinopharm Group (SEHK:1099)4.69%★★★★★☆
Tian An China Investments (SEHK:28)5.06%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 93 stocks from our Top SEHK Dividend Stocks screener.

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

Kunlun Energy (SEHK:135)

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

Overview: Kunlun Energy Company Limited is an investment holding company involved in the exploration, development, production, and sale of crude oil and natural gas, with a market cap of approximately HK$69.18 billion.

Operations: Kunlun Energy's revenue segments include CN¥25.97 billion from LPG sales, CN¥0.39 billion from exploration and production, CN¥12.64 billion from LNG processing and terminal operations, and CN¥149.69 billion from natural gas sales excluding LPG.

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

Kunlun Energy's interim dividend of RMB 0.1641 per share reflects its commitment to shareholder returns, despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade. The company's dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 67.3% and 37.8%, respectively. While trading below fair value, Kunlun's recent earnings growth and stable cash flow coverage suggest potential for sustained dividends, though its yield remains lower than top-tier Hong Kong dividend payers.

SEHK:135 Dividend History as at Oct 2024

ENN Energy Holdings (SEHK:2688)

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

Overview: ENN Energy Holdings Limited is an investment holding company that focuses on the investment, construction, operation, and management of gas pipeline infrastructure in the People's Republic of China, with a market cap of HK$65.17 billion.

Operations: ENN Energy Holdings Limited generates revenue through several segments, including CN¥67.73 billion from Retail Gas Sales Business, CN¥40.99 billion from Wholesale of Gas, CN¥15.95 billion from Integrated Energy Business, CN¥7.74 billion from Value Added Business, and CN¥5.58 billion from Construction and Installation.

Dividend Yield: 5%

ENN Energy Holdings has maintained stable and growing dividends over the past decade, although its current dividend yield of 5.03% is below Hong Kong's top-tier payers. Despite a low payout ratio of 49.9%, indicating earnings coverage, the high cash payout ratio of 114.2% suggests dividends are not well-covered by free cash flow, raising sustainability concerns. Recent interim dividend increase to HKD 0.65 per share underscores ongoing shareholder returns amid fluctuating net income figures.

SEHK:2688 Dividend History as at Oct 2024

Sinotrans (SEHK:598)

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

Overview: Sinotrans Limited offers integrated logistics services mainly in the People’s Republic of China and has a market capitalization of HK$38.47 billion.

Operations: Sinotrans Limited generates revenue from its E-Commerce Business (CN¥16.26 billion), Professional Logistics (CN¥28.48 billion), and Forwarding and Related Business (CN¥74.34 billion).

Dividend Yield: 8%

Sinotrans offers an attractive dividend yield of 8.04%, ranking among the top 25% in Hong Kong, but its dividends have been volatile over the past decade. Despite a reasonable payout ratio of 52.8%, indicating earnings coverage, the high cash payout ratio suggests sustainability issues. Recent buyback plans worth CNY 542 million aim to bolster investor confidence and potentially stabilize share value, though dividends remain not well-covered by free cash flows.

SEHK:598 Dividend History as at Oct 2024

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