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Global Dividend Stocks To Consider In January 2026

As we enter January 2026, global markets are navigating a complex landscape characterized by geopolitical tensions and mixed economic signals, yet major indices have reached new heights as investors remain optimistic. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential; they are often favored for their ability to provide consistent returns even when market volatility is high.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks Globally

Name

Dividend Yield

Dividend Rating

Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi (IBSE:YGGYO)

5.38%

★★★★★★

Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444)

3.51%

★★★★★★

Torigoe (TSE:2009)

4.19%

★★★★★★

Telekom Austria (WBAG:TKA)

4.47%

★★★★★★

NCD (TSE:4783)

3.71%

★★★★★★

HUAYU Automotive Systems (SHSE:600741)

3.98%

★★★★★★

Guangxi LiuYao Group (SHSE:603368)

4.04%

★★★★★★

GakkyushaLtd (TSE:9769)

4.35%

★★★★★★

CAC Holdings (TSE:4725)

4.84%

★★★★★★

Binggrae (KOSE:A005180)

4.44%

★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 1222 stocks from our Top Global Dividend Stocks screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Shanghai Foreign Service Holding Group

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating:★★★★★☆

Overview:Shanghai Foreign Service Holding Group Co., Ltd. (SHSE:600662) operates in the human resources industry, providing comprehensive staffing and employment services, with a market cap of CN¥11.78 billion.

Operations:Shanghai Foreign Service Holding Group Co., Ltd. (SHSE:600662) generates its revenue from providing a range of human resources services, including staffing and employment solutions.

Dividend Yield:4.2%

Shanghai Foreign Service Holding Group's dividend yield of 4.23% ranks in the top 25% of CN market payers, supported by a low cash payout ratio of 48.3%, indicating strong coverage by cash flows. However, its dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade. Despite trading at a significant discount to fair value, earnings are forecasted to decline annually by 12.3% over the next three years, raising concerns about future sustainability.

SHSE:600662 Dividend History as at Jan 2026
SHSE:600662 Dividend History as at Jan 2026

Chongqing Department StoreLtd

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating:★★★★★☆

Overview:Chongqing Department Store Co., Ltd. operates department stores, shopping centers, supermarkets, and electrical appliances stores in the People's Republic of China with a market cap of CN¥12.78 billion.

Operations:Chongqing Department Store Co., Ltd. generates revenue through its operations in department stores, shopping centers, supermarkets, and electrical appliances stores across the People's Republic of China.

Dividend Yield:4.7%

Chongqing Department Store Ltd.'s dividend yield of 4.73% places it among the top 25% in the CN market, backed by a low cash payout ratio of 35%, suggesting robust coverage by cash flows. Despite its attractive valuation, trading below estimated fair value, its dividend track record is marred by volatility and unreliability over the past decade. Earnings increased significantly last year, but recent revenue declines may impact future payouts if not addressed effectively.

SHSE:600729 Dividend History as at Jan 2026
SHSE:600729 Dividend History as at Jan 2026

Beijing Strong BiotechnologiesInc

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating:★★★★☆☆

Overview:Beijing Strong Biotechnologies, Inc. engages in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of in-vitro diagnostics products and services both in China and internationally, with a market cap of CN¥8.14 billion.

Operations:Beijing Strong Biotechnologies, Inc. generates revenue from its biomedicine segment, amounting to CN¥1.43 billion.

Dividend Yield:3.3%

Beijing Strong Biotechnologies Inc.'s dividend yield of 3.28% is among the top 25% in the CN market, yet its high payout ratio of 120.6% indicates dividends are not well covered by earnings. However, a cash payout ratio of 48.8% suggests reasonable coverage by cash flows. Despite trading at a good value below estimated fair value, its dividends have been volatile over the past decade and recent revenue and income declines could pose challenges for future payouts.

SZSE:300406 Dividend History as at Jan 2026
SZSE:300406 Dividend History as at Jan 2026

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Companies discussed in this article include SHSE:600662 SHSE:600729 and SZSE:300406.

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