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The French stock market has recently seen gains, with the CAC 40 Index rising by 1.54%, buoyed by an interest rate cut from the European Central Bank amid signs of weakening economic growth and slowing inflation in the eurozone. In this context, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential for capital appreciation, making them an attractive option for investors seeking stability in uncertain times.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In France
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Vicat (ENXTPA:VCT) | 5.78% | ★★★★★★ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 8.18% | ★★★★★★ |
| Exacompta Clairefontaine (ENXTPA:ALEXA) | 4.72% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel du Languedoc Société coopérative (ENXTPA:CRLA) | 5.94% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Arkema (ENXTPA:AKE) | 4.22% | ★★★★★☆ |
| VIEL & Cie société anonyme (ENXTPA:VIL) | 3.65% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Samse (ENXTPA:SAMS) | 6.90% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Piscines Desjoyaux (ENXTPA:ALPDX) | 8.00% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Trigano (ENXTPA:TRI) | 3.30% | ★★★★☆☆ |
| Infotel (ENXTPA:INF) | 4.81% | ★★★★☆☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 34 stocks from our Top Euronext Paris Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.
Sodexo
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Sodexo S.A. offers food services and facilities management services globally, with a market cap of €11.62 billion.
Operations: Sodexo S.A. generates revenue from three primary regions: €8.30 billion in Europe, €10.74 billion in North America, and €4.12 billion from the rest of the world.
Dividend Yield: 3.9%
Sodexo's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, though they are well-covered by both earnings (payout ratio: 63.2%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 44%). The company's recent announcement of a special interim dividend of €6.24 per share highlights its commitment to returning value to shareholders. Despite having a high level of debt, Sodexo's recent upsizing of its Syndicated Revolving Credit Facility to €1.75 billion provides additional liquidity headroom and aligns with sustainability commitments.
TF1
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: TF1 SA operates in broadcasting, studios and entertainment, and digital businesses in France and internationally, with a market cap of €1.73 billion.
Operations: TF1 SA's revenue segments include Newen Studios (€377.40 million) and Media, including Digital (€2.06 billion).
Dividend Yield: 6.7%
TF1's dividend payments are covered by both earnings (62.2% payout ratio) and cash flows (53.3% cash payout ratio). However, the dividends have been volatile over the past decade and have not increased during this period. Despite a recent dip in net income for H1 2024 (€96 million vs €101.3 million a year ago), TF1 remains among the top 25% of dividend payers in France with a yield of 6.73%. The stock trades at good value compared to peers, being 75.2% below its estimated fair value.