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As European markets navigate the complexities of U.S. trade tariffs and fluctuating monetary policies, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index has experienced a slight decline amid these uncertainties. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability for investors seeking consistent income streams, particularly when market volatility is high and economic growth prospects are uncertain.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.48% | ★★★★★★ |
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER) | 4.18% | ★★★★★★ |
Mapfre (BME:MAP) | 5.60% | ★★★★★★ |
Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2) | 4.83% | ★★★★★★ |
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 4.35% | ★★★★★★ |
Vaudoise Assurances Holding (SWX:VAHN) | 4.00% | ★★★★★★ |
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) | 4.16% | ★★★★★★ |
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 7.79% | ★★★★★★ |
VERBUND (WBAG:VER) | 6.12% | ★★★★★★ |
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.58% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 234 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Here's a peek at a few of the choices from the screener.
Galp Energia SGPS
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Galp Energia SGPS operates as an integrated energy company in Portugal and internationally, with a market cap of €10.97 billion.
Operations: Galp Energia SGPS generates revenue through its operations as an integrated energy operator, serving both Portugal and international markets.
Dividend Yield: 4.3%
Galp Energia's dividend payments are well-covered, with a payout ratio of 44.8% and a cash payout ratio of 47.8%, suggesting sustainability despite an unstable track record over the past decade. While its dividend yield of 4.31% is below the top tier in Portugal, analysts expect a stock price increase by 27.7%. Recent earnings show decreased quarterly net income to €34 million from €336 million, though annual sales slightly increased to €20.83 billion.
Groupe Guillin
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Groupe Guillin S.A. is engaged in the production and sale of food packaging products both in France and internationally, with a market cap of €510.20 million.
Operations: Groupe Guillin S.A. generates revenue from two main segments: Material Sector (€50.85 million) and Packaging Sector (€814.51 million).
Dividend Yield: 4%
Groupe Guillin offers a dividend yield of 3.99%, which is below the top tier in France, yet its dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 29.2% and 30.3%, respectively. Despite trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, the company's dividend track record has been unstable over the past decade, showing volatility with annual drops exceeding 20%. Earnings growth remains modest but consistent at 6.2% last year.