As global markets navigate a landscape marked by trade uncertainties and mixed performances across major indices, investors are increasingly drawn to the stability offered by dividend stocks. In this environment of fluctuating growth forecasts and economic challenges, selecting dividend stocks with strong fundamentals can provide a reliable income stream while potentially mitigating some market volatility.
Here’s a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Zhejiang Hailide New Material Co., Ltd operates in the research, development, production, and sales of chemical fibers, textile materials, and rubber and plastic products both domestically and internationally with a market cap of CN¥5.42 billion.
Operations: Zhejiang Hailide New Material Co., Ltd generates revenue primarily from its Chemical Fiber Manufacturing segment (CN¥3.17 billion), followed by the Other Textile Industry (CN¥2.07 billion), Rubber and Plastic Products Industry (CN¥605.34 million), and Hotel Services (CN¥2.04 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.8%
Zhejiang Hailide New Material Ltd. offers a dividend yield of 3.77%, placing it in the top 25% of CN market payers, with dividends well-covered by earnings (51.4% payout ratio) and cash flows (44.6% cash payout ratio). Despite past volatility, recent increases in dividend payments and a robust buyback program indicate shareholder-focused strategies. The company reported strong earnings growth, with net income rising to CNY 410.56 million for 2024, supporting its dividend sustainability efforts.
SZSE:002206 Dividend History as at Apr 2025
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Chugai Ro Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, specializes in developing thermal technology solutions both in Japan and internationally, with a market cap of ¥25.69 billion.
Operations: Chugai Ro Co., Ltd. generates its revenue primarily from the Heat Treatment Furnace segment, contributing ¥17.75 billion, followed by the Plant segment at ¥9.33 billion and Development at ¥2.80 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.3%
Chugai Ro’s dividend yield of 3.29% falls short of the top tier in the JP market, with a payout ratio of 25.1% indicating earnings coverage but not free cash flow support. Despite lacking free cash flows, dividends have been stable and reliable over the past decade, showing consistent growth without volatility. The company’s price-to-earnings ratio at 11.4x suggests it is undervalued compared to the broader market’s 12.6x ratio, potentially attractive for value-focused investors seeking dividend stability amidst moderate earnings growth.
TSE:1964 Dividend History as at Apr 2025
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: North Pacific Bank, Ltd. offers a range of banking products and services to individuals and corporations in Japan, with a market cap of ¥172.83 billion.
Operations: North Pacific Bank, Ltd.’s revenue segments include various banking products and services tailored for both individual and corporate clients in Japan.
Dividend Yield: 4%
North Pacific Bank’s dividend yield of 4.03% ranks in the top 25% of JP market payers, with a low payout ratio of 28.6%, suggesting strong earnings coverage. However, its dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade despite recent increases from ¥5.00 to ¥9.50 per share for fiscal year 2025. The bank’s recent share buyback program, totaling ¥3,199.97 million for 1.61% of shares, aims to enhance shareholder returns and capital efficiency amidst high earnings growth forecasts.
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Companies discussed in this article include SZSE:002206 TSE:1964 and TSE:8524.
