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Amid a backdrop of mixed performance in global markets and ongoing trade discussions between major economies, Asian equities have shown resilience, with key indices in Japan and China posting gains. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a compelling opportunity for investors seeking income stability; they are often characterized by consistent earnings and robust financial health.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Asia

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Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.

Stella International Holdings (SEHK:1836)

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

Overview: Stella International Holdings Limited is an investment holding company involved in the development, manufacture, and sale of footwear products and leather goods across North America, China, Europe, Asia, and other international markets with a market cap of HK$13.75 billion.

Operations: Stella International Holdings Limited generates revenue primarily from its manufacturing segment, which accounts for $1.54 billion, and its retailing and wholesaling segment, which contributes $2.60 million.

Dividend Yield: 7.0%

Stella International Holdings maintains a reasonable dividend payout ratio of 70.1%, supported by cash flows with a 62.3% cash payout ratio, suggesting dividends are covered by earnings and cash flow. However, its dividend history is volatile over the past decade, indicating unreliability despite recent growth in earnings and revenue. The company announced a special dividend of HK$0.56 per share for 2024 amidst a decrease in ordinary dividends to HK$0.5 per share, reflecting mixed signals for investors focused on stable income streams.

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• Our expertly prepared valuation report Stella International Holdings implies its share price may be too high.

Sansei Technologies (TSE:6357)

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

Overview: Sansei Technologies, Inc. is involved in the planning, design, manufacturing, installation, repair, and maintenance of amusement rides, stage equipment, elevators, and other specialized equipment both in Japan and internationally with a market cap of ¥27.45 billion.

Operations: Sansei Technologies generates revenue from its operations in the amusement rides, stage equipment, and elevator sectors, offering services that include planning, design, manufacturing, installation, repair, and maintenance both domestically and internationally.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Sansei Technologies' dividend payments are well-covered by earnings and cash flow, with a low cash payout ratio of 12.4% and a payout ratio of 40.5%. However, its dividend history is volatile and unreliable over the past decade despite recent growth in earnings by 44.5%. The company trades at a significant discount to fair value, enhancing potential returns. A recent ¥800 million share buyback aims to boost shareholder value but highlights ongoing volatility concerns in its share price.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Sansei Technologies stock in this dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our Sansei Technologies valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Shibusawa Logistics (TSE:9304)

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

Overview: Shibusawa Logistics Corporation offers logistics and warehousing services both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥53.11 billion.

Operations: Shibusawa Logistics Corporation generates revenue from its Logistics Business, amounting to ¥71.19 billion, and its Real Estate Business, which contributes ¥6.30 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.8%

Shibusawa Logistics has revised its dividend policy, increasing the expected dividend per share to ¥90 for the fiscal year ending March 2026. Despite a history of stable and growing dividends over the past decade, current payments are not well-covered by free cash flows due to a high cash payout ratio of 262%. However, dividends are supported by earnings with a low payout ratio of 33.2%. The stock's P/E ratio is favorable at 10.4x compared to Japan's market average.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Shibusawa Logistics' dividend report.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Shibusawa Logistics is priced higher than what may be justified by its financials.

Key Takeaways

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

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