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As European markets show signs of recovery, buoyed by the European Central Bank's interest rate cuts and a delay in tariff increases, investors are increasingly looking towards dividend stocks as a source of steady income amid economic uncertainty. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks with strong fundamentals and resilient cash flows can be an effective strategy for those seeking to navigate market volatility while pursuing long-term growth.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER) | 5.03% | ★★★★★★ |
| Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.51% | ★★★★★★ |
| Mapfre (BME:MAP) | 5.47% | ★★★★★★ |
| Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2) | 4.72% | ★★★★★★ |
| OVB Holding (XTRA:O4B) | 4.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) | 4.95% | ★★★★★★ |
| Deutsche Post (XTRA:DHL) | 4.99% | ★★★★★★ |
| Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 4.25% | ★★★★★★ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 7.19% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.41% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 245 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.
Orion Oyj
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Orion Oyj is a company that develops, manufactures, and markets human and veterinary pharmaceuticals as well as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) across Finland, Scandinavia, Europe, North America, and internationally with a market cap of €7.53 billion.
Operations: Orion Oyj's revenue is derived from its operations in developing, manufacturing, and marketing pharmaceuticals for both humans and animals, as well as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), across various regions including Finland, Scandinavia, Europe, North America, and other international markets.
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
Orion Oyj's dividend payments have been stable and growing over the past decade, but the current cash payout ratio of 129.8% indicates dividends are not well covered by free cash flows. Despite this, earnings grew significantly by 60.2% last year, with Q1 2025 sales reaching €354.6 million and net income at €61.3 million. The company recently announced a dividend increase to €1.64 per share for 2024, paid in two instalments during 2025, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders despite coverage concerns.
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Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Orion Oyj.
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Our valuation report unveils the possibility Orion Oyj's shares may be trading at a discount.
New Wave Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: New Wave Group AB (publ) operates by designing, acquiring, and developing brands and products across corporate, sports, gifts, and home furnishings sectors in various regions including Sweden, the United States, Central Europe, and internationally with a market cap of SEK14.33 billion.