As the Asian markets navigate a landscape marked by mixed economic signals and evolving investor sentiment, dividend stocks have emerged as a compelling option for income-focused investors. In this article, we explore three notable dividend stocks from Asia, including Bank of Hangzhou, that stand out for their potential to generate consistent income amidst these dynamic conditions.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Asia
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Metropolitan Bank & Trust (PSE:MBT) | 7.66% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Laguna Resorts & Hotels (SET:LRH) | 4.15% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Jiangsu Changshu Rural Commercial Bank (SHSE:601128) | 3.87% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| JB Financial Group (KOSE:A175330) | 4.73% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Hua Xia Bank (SHSE:600015) | 6.74% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| China CITIC Bank (SHSE:601998) | 4.30% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Bank of Suzhou (SZSE:002966) | 3.98% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Bank of Nanjing (SHSE:601009) | 4.46% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Bank of Jiangsu (SHSE:600919) | 4.61% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Bank of Hangzhou (SHSE:600926) | 3.84% | ★★★★☆☆ |
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Bank of Hangzhou (SHSE:600926)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Bank of Hangzhou Co., Ltd. offers a range of banking products and services in China and has a market cap of CN¥124.68 billion.
Operations: Bank of Hangzhou Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its Retail Business (CN¥4.53 billion), Company Business (CN¥7.94 billion), Treasury Operations (CN¥7.98 billion), and Small Business Sales (CN¥1.96 billion) segments in China.
Dividend Yield: 3.8%
Bank of Hangzhou offers a dividend yield of 3.84%, ranking it among the top 25% of dividend payers in China. The payout ratio is a conservative 27.8%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings, with forecasts suggesting continued coverage at similar levels in three years. However, there's insufficient data to confirm the reliability or growth trend of its dividends. Recent earnings show net income rose to CNY 12.81 billion for H1 2026, reflecting solid financial health and potential for sustained dividends.
- Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Bank of Hangzhou stock in this dividend report.
- In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Bank of Hangzhou is trading behind its estimated value.
Bank of Nanjing (SHSE:601009)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Bank of Nanjing Co., Ltd. provides a range of financial products and services in China with a market capitalization of approximately CN¥146.76 billion.
Operations: Bank of Nanjing Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its Corporate Banking segment (CN¥19.72 billion), Treasury Operations (CN¥14.50 billion), and Personal Banking Business (CN¥8.35 billion).
Dividend Yield: 4.5%
Bank of Nanjing's dividend yield of 4.46% places it in the top 25% of Chinese dividend payers, supported by a low payout ratio of 12.7%, ensuring dividends are well covered by earnings and forecasted to remain so at 30.6% in three years. Recent earnings for H1 2026 show net interest income increased to CNY 21.94 billion from CNY 15.65 billion, with net income rising to CNY 13.65 billion, indicating robust financial performance supporting future dividend sustainability.
- Dive into the specifics of Bank of Nanjing here with our thorough dividend report.
- According our valuation report, there's an indication that Bank of Nanjing's share price might be on the expensive side.
Bank of Ningbo (SZSE:002142)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Bank of Ningbo Co., Ltd. offers a range of personal and business banking products and services in China, with a market cap of approximately CN¥226.50 billion.
Operations: Bank of Ningbo Co., Ltd.'s revenue is primarily derived from Company Banking Services (CN¥25.91 billion), Capital Business (CN¥21.60 billion), and Individual Life Insurance Business (CN¥10.51 billion).
Dividend Yield: 3.5%
Bank of Ningbo offers a dividend yield of 3.5%, ranking it among the top 25% in China, with a sustainable payout ratio of 28.5%, projected to remain stable at 29.1% over three years. Recent interim dividends were set at CNY 4 per 10 shares for 2026, reflecting strong earnings growth; net interest income rose to CNY 29.39 billion and net income to CNY 16.56 billion for H1, supporting ongoing dividend payments.
- Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Bank of Ningbo.
- Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential overvaluation of Bank of Ningbo shares in the market.
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