<div id="readability-page-1"><div><p>As we enter January 2026, Asian markets are experiencing a dynamic phase, with geopolitical tensions and economic policies shaping investor sentiment across the region. Amidst this backdrop, dividend stocks in Asia have garnered attention for their potential to provide steady income streams even as global indices reach new heights. In such an environment, a good dividend stock is often characterized by strong fundamentals and the ability to maintain payouts despite market fluctuations.</p><h3>Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Asia</h3><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Name</strong></td><td><strong>Dividend Yield</strong></td><td><strong>Dividend Rating</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)</td><td>3.56%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>Wuliangye YibinLtd (SZSE:000858)</td><td>5.36%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>Torigoe (TSE:2009)</td><td>4.21%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>NCD (TSE:4783)</td><td>3.71%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)</td><td>3.93%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)</td><td>4.02%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)</td><td>4.31%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>Changjiang Publishing &amp; MediaLtd (SHSE:600757)</td><td>4.58%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>Business Brain Showa-Ota (TSE:9658)</td><td>3.71%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr><tr><td>Binggrae (KOSE:A005180)</td><td>4.46%</td><td>★★★★★★</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Click here to see the full list of 974 stocks from our Top Asian Dividend Stocks screener.</p><p>Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.</p><h2>Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) (SEHK:551)</h2><p><strong>Simply Wall St Dividend Rating:</strong> ★★★★☆☆</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong> Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) Limited is an investment holding company that manufactures and sells athletic, athleisure, casual, and outdoor footwear across China, the rest of Asia, the United States, Europe, and internationally with a market cap of approximately HK$27.50 billion.</p><p><strong>Operations:</strong> Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) Limited generates its revenue primarily through the manufacturing and sale of various types of footwear, including athletic, athleisure, casual, and outdoor categories across multiple regions such as China, Asia, the United States, Europe, and other international markets.</p><p><strong>Dividend Yield:</strong> 7.5%</p><p>Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) offers a high dividend yield of 7.54%, placing it in the top 25% of dividend payers in Hong Kong. However, its dividends are not well covered by free cash flows, with a cash payout ratio of 125.8%. The company's earnings cover the current payout ratio at 79.1%, but past dividends have been volatile and unreliable. Recent earnings show a decline in net income to US$278.72 million for the first nine months of 2025 compared to the previous year, indicating potential challenges ahead for sustaining dividends without improved financial performance or strategic adjustments.</p><ul><li>Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings).</li><li>Our valuation report here indicates Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) may be undervalued.</li></ul><figure><img height="476" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/530df67d-7b8c-4ef8-9ebb-98006e10e73d/chart/historic-dividend?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="746" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/530df67d-7b8c-4ef8-9ebb-98006e10e73d/chart/historic-dividend"/><figcaption>SEHK:551 Dividend History as at Jan 2026</figcaption></figure><h2>Jiaze Renewables (SHSE:601619)</h2><p><strong>Simply Wall St Dividend Rating:</strong> ★★★★☆☆</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong> Jiaze Renewables Corporation Limited, with a market cap of CN¥14.16 billion, is involved in the development, construction, sale, operation, and maintenance of new energy power stations in China.</p><p><strong>Operations:</strong> Jiaze Renewables Corporation Limited's revenue is primarily derived from its activities in the new energy sector, including the development, construction, sale, and maintenance of power stations across China.</p><p><strong>Dividend Yield:</strong> 3.3%</p><p>Jiaze Renewables' dividend yield of 3.29% ranks in the top 25% of Chinese dividend payers, with a payout ratio of 59%, indicating dividends are covered by earnings. The cash payout ratio is low at 29.9%, suggesting strong coverage by cash flows, though the dividend track record remains unstable and volatile over its seven-year history. Recent announcements include a CNY 440 million share buyback program to be funded internally, pending shareholder approval, which may impact future capital allocation strategies.</p><ul><li>Get an in-depth perspective on Jiaze Renewables' performance by reading our dividend report here.</li><li>Our expertly prepared valuation report Jiaze Renewables implies its share price may be lower than expected.</li></ul><figure><img height="476" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/aabe4196-8868-4a60-a781-5a923633007c/chart/historic-dividend?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="746" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/aabe4196-8868-4a60-a781-5a923633007c/chart/historic-dividend"/><figcaption>SHSE:601619 Dividend History as at Jan 2026</figcaption></figure><h2>Kimura Chemical Plants (TSE:6378)</h2><p><strong>Simply Wall St Dividend Rating:</strong> ★★★★☆☆</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong> Kimura Chemical Plants Co., Ltd. operates as an engineering company with a market cap of ¥25.65 billion.</p><p><strong>Operations:</strong> Kimura Chemical Plants Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its Engineering Business (¥7.10 billion), Chemical Engineering Business (¥12.63 billion), and Energy and Environment Business (¥7.75 billion).</p><p><strong>Dividend Yield:</strong> 3.2%</p><p>Kimura Chemical Plants announced a JPY 41 per share annual dividend, with a payout ratio of 38.6%, indicating dividends are well-covered by earnings. However, the cash payout ratio is high at 86.4%, suggesting less robust coverage by cash flows. The dividend yield of 3.17% is below Japan's top quartile payers, and while dividends have grown over the past decade, their reliability remains questionable due to volatility and an unstable track record.</p><ul><li>Dive into the specifics of Kimura Chemical Plants here with our thorough dividend report.</li><li>The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Kimura Chemical Plants' current price could be inflated.</li></ul><figure><img height="476" src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/40670330-c28c-4a54-b492-2518f8783a0e/chart/historic-dividend?x-oss-process=image/auto-orient,1/interlace,1/resize,w_1440,h_1440/quality,q_95/format,jpg" width="746" original-src="https://imageproxy.pbkrs.com/https://images.simplywall.st/company/40670330-c28c-4a54-b492-2518f8783a0e/chart/historic-dividend"/><figcaption>TSE:6378 Dividend History as at Jan 2026</figcaption></figure><h2>Make It Happen</h2><ul><li>Get an in-depth perspective on all 974 Top Asian Dividend Stocks by using our screener here.</li><li>Have you diversified into these companies? Leverage the power of Simply Wall St's portfolio to keep a close eye on market movements affecting your investments.</li><li>Simply Wall St is your key to unlocking global market trends, a free user-friendly app for forward-thinking investors.</li></ul><h2>Contemplating Other Strategies?</h2><ul><li>Explore high-performing small cap companies that haven't yet garnered significant analyst attention.</li><li>Fuel your portfolio with companies showing strong growth potential, backed by optimistic outlooks both from analysts and management.</li><li>Find companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below their fair value.</li></ul> <p><em> This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. <strong>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.</strong> It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your      financial situation. 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<p>As of January 2026, Asian dividend stocks are gaining attention amid geopolitical tensions and economic policies affecting investor sentiment. Notable stocks include Yamato Kogyo (3.56% yield), Wuliangye Yibin (5.36%), and Yue Yuen Industrial (7.54%), which, despite a high yield, faces challenges in sustaining dividends due to volatile earnings. Jiaze Renewables (3.29% yield) shows strong earnings coverage, while Kimura Chemical Plants (3.17% yield) has a high cash payout ratio, indicating potential risks. Investors are encouraged to explore these opportunities for steady income streams in a fluctuating market.</p>

Top Asian Dividend Stocks To Consider In January 2026