European Dividend Stocks To Consider In March 2025

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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.

ENXTLS:GALP Dividend History as at Mar 2025
ENXTLS:GALP Dividend History as at Mar 2025

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.