Asian Dividend Stocks: Johnson Electric Holdings And 2 More Top Picks

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As global markets react positively to the recent U.S.-China tariff suspension, Asian indices have shown resilience with notable gains, reflecting improved investor sentiment across the region. In this context of easing trade tensions and shifting economic dynamics, dividend stocks in Asia present an attractive opportunity for investors seeking steady income and potential growth, with companies like Johnson Electric Holdings leading the way.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Asia

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
en-japan (TSE:4849)4.30%★★★★★★
Daito Trust ConstructionLtd (TSE:1878)4.23%★★★★★★
Daicel (TSE:4202)4.98%★★★★★★
Asian Terminals (PSE:ATI)6.54%★★★★★★
CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)4.92%★★★★★★
Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)4.37%★★★★★★
Soliton Systems K.K (TSE:3040)4.06%★★★★★★
E J Holdings (TSE:2153)5.05%★★★★★★
HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)4.20%★★★★★★
Japan Excellent (TSE:8987)4.49%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1265 stocks from our Top Asian Dividend Stocks screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

Johnson Electric Holdings (SEHK:179)

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

Overview: Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is an investment holding company that manufactures and sells motion systems globally, with a market cap of HK$15.29 billion.

Operations: Johnson Electric Holdings Limited generates revenue of $3.73 billion from its Auto Parts & Accessories segment.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Johnson Electric Holdings' dividend payments are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 30.3% and 22.5%, respectively. Despite a history of volatility and an unstable track record over the past decade, dividends have seen growth during this period. The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value but offers a lower yield (3.67%) compared to top dividend payers in Hong Kong (7.68%).

SEHK:179 Dividend History as at May 2025

Foster Electric Company (TSE:6794)

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

Overview: Foster Electric Company, Limited produces and sells loudspeakers, audio equipment, and electronic equipment both in Japan and internationally with a market cap of ¥30.37 billion.

Operations: Foster Electric Company's revenue segments include the production and sale of loudspeakers, audio equipment, and electronic equipment.

Dividend Yield: 5.9%

Foster Electric Company offers a dividend yield in the top 25% of the Japanese market, supported by low payout ratios from both earnings (26.1%) and cash flows (16.2%). Despite past volatility and an unstable dividend history, recent increases suggest potential growth. The company plans to reduce its year-end dividend to JPY 35 per share for fiscal year ending March 2026, down from JPY 40 previously. It trades at a notable discount to fair value estimates.

TSE:6794 Dividend History as at May 2025

Wowprime (TWSE:2727)

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

Overview: Wowprime Corp. operates restaurants and coffee/tea shops in Taiwan and Mainland China, with a market cap of NT$20.30 billion.

Operations: Wowprime Corp.'s revenue is primarily derived from its operations in Taiwan, contributing NT$18.33 billion, and Mainland China, adding NT$4.26 billion.

Dividend Yield: 6%

Wowprime's dividend yield ranks in the top 25% of Taiwan's market, with a payout ratio of 89.5% supported by earnings and a cash payout ratio of 44.6%. Despite past volatility, dividends have grown over the last decade. Recent Q1 earnings showed sales at TWD 5.95 billion and net income at TWD 365.68 million, indicating positive financial performance amid challenges like an announced dividend decrease to TWD 14.59 per share for July 2025.

TWSE:2727 Dividend History as at May 2025

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