Top Asian Dividend Stocks to Consider in December 2025

Investors are closely monitoring Asian markets for opportunities as the Bank of Japan raises interest rates to levels not seen in decades and China’s economic growth slows. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer an attractive option for those looking for steady income, as they often offer regular payouts that can help offset market volatility.

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Overview: Kyoritsu Electric Corporation, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥20.78 billion, specializes in providing systems and test and measurement equipment.

Operation: Kyoritsu Electric Corporation’s revenue comes mainly from its Intelligent FA system business, which generates ¥16.77 billion, and its IT control/scientific measurement business contributes ¥22.03 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Kyoritsu Electric offers a stable and reliable dividend profile with consistent growth over the past decade. Its dividends are well covered by both earnings and cash flow, with payout ratios of 25.9% and 52.9% respectively, ensuring sustainability. Although its dividend yield of 3.49% is slightly below Japan’s top tier, it is attractive due to its strong financial coverage and trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value.

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Overview: Yagi & Co., Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a fiber trading company in Japan and has a market capitalization of approximately ¥29.25 billion.

Operation: Yagi & Co., Ltd generates revenue through brand/retail business in addition to its apparel business (¥45.37 billion), material business (¥22.75 billion), lifestyle business (¥11.16 billion), lifestyle business (¥6.09 billion), and real estate business (¥0.90 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Yagi Ltd. ‘s dividend has been volatile over the past decade, with a low yield of 3.52% compared to top-tier Japanese dividend payers. However, its dividends are well covered by earnings and cash flow, with payout ratios of 32.8% and 32.2%, respectively, suggesting sustainability despite past volatility. Recently, Yagi completed a share buyback program worth ¥1 billion to increase capital flexibility in response to market conditions, potentially indirectly benefiting shareholders through value appreciation.

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Overview: Tripod Technology Corporation processes, manufactures and sells printed circuit boards and related components in Taiwan, China, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico and internationally with a market capitalization of NT$169.25 billion.

Operation: Tripod Technology Corporation mainly generates revenue from its printed circuit board segment, which is NT$71.19 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Tripod Technologies’ dividends have been appealing for their stability and growth over the past decade, supported by a sustainable payout ratio of 54.2% from earnings and 65.5% from cash flow. Despite a modest yield of 3.2%, lower than Taiwan’s top dividend payers, the stock trades favorably compared to its peers. Recent earnings reports show strong financial performance with significant sales and net income growth, increasing confidence in its dividend credibility.

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Companies discussed in this article include TSE:6874 TSE:7460 and TWSE:3044.

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