Asian Dividend Stocks To Enhance Your Investment Portfolio

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Mon, February 16, 2026 at 1:31 PM GMT+9 4 min read

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As global markets grapple with AI disruption concerns and economic shifts, Asian markets present a unique opportunity for investors seeking stability and growth. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential capital appreciation, making them an attractive option for enhancing your investment portfolio.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Asia

Click here to see the full list of 962 stocks from our Top Asian Dividend Stocks screener.

We’re going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.

Samsung SecuritiesLtd

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

Overview: Samsung Securities Co., Ltd. is a financial investment company that operates both in South Korea and internationally, with a market cap of ₩9.02 trillion.

Operations: Samsung Securities Co., Ltd. generates revenue from several segments, including S&T (₩76.38 billion), Self-Trading (₩47.89 billion), Overseas Sales (₩18.99 billion), Corporate Finance (₩399.33 billion), Above Consignment Sale (₩1.56 trillion), and Operating During the Gift Period (₩158.22 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4%

Samsung Securities Ltd. recently announced an annual dividend of KRW 4,000 per share, maintaining a strong position in the top 25% of dividend payers in South Korea. Despite a low payout ratio of 33.3%, suggesting dividends are well covered by earnings, the company’s dividends have been historically volatile and not well covered by free cash flows. Trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, it presents as good relative value compared to peers.

Click here to discover the nuances of Samsung SecuritiesLtd with our detailed analytical dividend report.

The analysis detailed in our Samsung SecuritiesLtd valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

KOSE:A016360 Dividend History as at Feb 2026

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings)

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

Overview: Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) Ltd. is an investment holding company involved in shipbuilding activities across Greater China and various international markets, with a market cap of SGD13.50 billion.

Operations: Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) Ltd. generates revenue primarily from its shipbuilding segment, which accounts for CN¥25.07 billion, and also from its shipping segment, contributing CN¥1.15 billion.

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Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.46%, though it falls short compared to the top 25% in Singapore’s market. With a payout ratio of 32.7%, dividends are well covered by earnings and cash flows, indicating sustainability. The company trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, suggesting good relative value. Dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, despite high non-cash earnings levels.

Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings)'s dividend report.

Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) shares in the market.

SGX:BS6 Dividend History as at Feb 2026

Shizuoka Gas

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

Overview: Shizuoka Gas Co., Ltd. produces, supplies, and sells city gas in Japan with a market cap of approximately ¥104.67 billion.

Operations: Shizuoka Gas Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its key segments, including Gas at ¥157.69 billion, LPG/Other Energy at ¥31.19 billion, and Other Businesses at ¥23.25 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Shizuoka Gas Co., Ltd. provides a stable dividend yield of 3.17%, slightly below the top 25% in Japan’s market. With a payout ratio of 32.2%, dividends are well supported by earnings and cash flows, reflecting sustainability. The stock is trading significantly below its estimated fair value, indicating potential undervaluation. Dividends have consistently grown over the past decade with minimal volatility, underscoring their reliability despite recent earnings showing JPY 10 billion net income for fiscal year 2025.

Dive into the specifics of Shizuoka Gas here with our thorough dividend report.

Our expertly prepared valuation report Shizuoka Gas implies its share price may be lower than expected.

TSE:9543 Dividend History as at Feb 2026

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_ This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. 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. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned._

Companies discussed in this article include KOSE:A016360 SGX:BS6 and TSE:9543.

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