Top Chinese Dividend Stocks For October 2024

In recent weeks, Chinese stocks have experienced a notable surge as optimism surrounding Beijing’s comprehensive support measures has bolstered market sentiment, despite ongoing challenges in factory activity and real estate. As investors navigate these dynamic conditions, dividend stocks in China present an intriguing opportunity for those seeking stability and income amidst broader market fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In China

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

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

Overview: Cofco Sugar Holding Co., Ltd. operates in sugar and tomato processing both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥22.80 billion.

Operations: Cofco Sugar Holding Co., Ltd. generates revenue from its operations in sugar and tomato processing across domestic and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 8.2%

Cofco Sugar Holding LTD offers an attractive dividend yield of 8.16%, ranking in the top 25% among Chinese dividend payers, though its track record has been volatile over the past decade. The company’s dividends are well-covered by earnings (81.9% payout ratio) and cash flows (47% cash payout ratio). Recent earnings growth of 145.4% and a favorable P/E ratio of 10.5x suggest good value, but investors should be cautious about historical dividend reliability issues.

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

Overview: Midea Group Co., Ltd. operates in the manufacturing and sale of home appliances and robotic and automation systems both in China and internationally, with a market cap of approximately CN¥595.70 billion.

Operations: Midea Group’s revenue is primarily derived from its Heating & Ventilation, as Well as Air-Conditioner segment at CN¥191.93 billion, followed by Consumer Appliances at CN¥156.39 billion, and Robotics and Automation System at CN¥33.53 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.8%

Midea Group offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.83%, placing it in the top 25% of Chinese dividend payers. Its dividends are well-covered by earnings (56.8% payout ratio) and cash flows (42% cash payout ratio), with a stable growth history over the past decade. Recent earnings growth and a favorable P/E ratio of 16.5x indicate potential value, though recent shareholder dilution from an HK$31 billion equity offering may impact future payouts.

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

Overview: Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai is a Chinese company that manufactures and sells air-conditioners, home appliances, and accessories with a market cap of CN¥274.16 billion.

Operations: Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai generates revenue primarily from its manufacturing industry segment, amounting to CN¥182.78 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Gree Electric Appliances has shown recent earnings growth, with net income rising to CNY 14.14 billion for the first half of 2024. Despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade, recent increases and a high yield of 4.79% place it among China’s top dividend payers. Dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 43.1% and 50.8%, respectively, suggesting sustainability despite past inconsistencies in payment stability.

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