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As European markets experience a lift from improved sentiment following the de-escalation of U.S.-China trade tensions, major indices like the STOXX Europe 600 and Germany's DAX have seen notable gains. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a blend of income and potential stability, particularly when selecting companies with strong fundamentals that can weather economic fluctuations.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2) | 4.37% | ★★★★★★ |
| Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER) | 4.81% | ★★★★★★ |
| Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.40% | ★★★★★★ |
| Allianz (XTRA:ALV) | 4.39% | ★★★★★★ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 6.95% | ★★★★★★ |
| St. Galler Kantonalbank (SWX:SGKN) | 3.87% | ★★★★★★ |
| S.N. Nuclearelectrica (BVB:SNN) | 8.91% | ★★★★★★ |
| ERG (BIT:ERG) | 5.70% | ★★★★★★ |
| OVB Holding (XTRA:O4B) | 4.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.52% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 239 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.
Banco de Sabadell
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Banco de Sabadell, S.A. offers a range of banking products and services to personal, business, and private customers both in Spain and internationally, with a market cap of €15.20 billion.
Operations: Banco de Sabadell's revenue segments include €189 million from its banking operations in Mexico and €1.29 billion from its banking business in the United Kingdom.
Dividend Yield: 8.8%
Banco de Sabadell's dividend yield is among the top 25% in Spain, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 57.3%, indicating dividends are currently covered by earnings. However, its dividend history is less stable, with payments being volatile over the past nine years. Recent M&A rumors involving Unicaja Banco highlight potential strategic shifts amid competition concerns with BBVA. Despite completing a €247 million share buyback, challenges include high bad loans at 2.5%.
Decora
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Decora S.A. operates in Poland, focusing on the production, distribution, sale, and export of flooring products and accessories, with a market cap of PLN818.45 million.
Operations: Decora S.A.'s revenue primarily comes from its activities in producing, distributing, selling, and exporting flooring products and accessories in Poland.
Dividend Yield: 3.9%
Decora S.A. recently announced an annual dividend of PLN 4 per share, highlighting a growth trend in dividends over the past decade despite historical volatility. The dividend is well-covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 38.1% and 49.1%, respectively, suggesting sustainability. However, its current yield of 3.87% is lower than the top Polish market payers. The company reported Q1 revenue growth to PLN 170.36 million but a slight decline in net income to PLN 20.12 million year-over-year, reflecting some financial pressures despite overall profitability improvements from previous years.