Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-08 15:52Core Viewpoint - The introduction of new policies such as the "National Nine Articles" and cash dividend regulations has led to a significant shift in China's capital market towards a focus on investor returns, marking a new phase of "return-oriented" practices among listed companies [1][2]. Summary by Categories Cash Dividend Trends - The total cash dividends distributed by A-share listed companies in 2024 reached a historical high of 2.4 trillion yuan, representing a 9% increase from 2023 [3]. - In 2024, nine companies distributed over 50 billion yuan in cash dividends, with 33 companies exceeding 10 billion yuan, and 61 companies surpassing 5 billion yuan [3]. Dividend Continuity and Stability - The number of companies maintaining continuous dividends has increased, with 2,447 out of 4,445 companies listed for over three years having distributed dividends for three consecutive years, a 12% increase from 2023 [3]. - Among 3,569 companies listed for over five years, 1,681 have maintained dividends for five consecutive years, a 6% increase from the previous year, with 210 companies showing continuous growth in dividends [3]. Shareholder Returns and Yield - A total of 466 companies have an average dividend yield exceeding 3% over the past three years, with 133 companies yielding over 5%. The average dividend yield for companies on the dividend yield list is 6.73%, significantly higher than the bond yields of some economies [4]. - The average dividend payout ratio for A-share listed companies in 2024 is 39%, with 1,411 companies having an average payout ratio greater than 40%, a 24% increase from 2023 [4]. Evaluation Criteria for Dividend Rankings - The 2025 cash dividend rankings are based on objective data, considering total cash dividends, payout ratios, and dividend yields, with a focus on compliance and continuous dividend practices [2][9]. - Companies with non-compliance or irregular dividend behaviors are excluded from the rankings, emphasizing the importance of integrity and stability in dividend distribution [2].