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As the European market experiences a positive upswing, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index rising by 3.44% amid easing tariff concerns and stronger-than-expected economic growth in the eurozone, investors are increasingly looking towards dividend stocks as a potential source of steady income. In this environment of cautious optimism, selecting dividend stocks with strong fundamentals and a history of reliable payouts can be an effective strategy for those seeking to balance growth opportunities with income stability.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER) | 4.73% | ★★★★★★ |
| Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.29% | ★★★★★★ |
| Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2) | 4.54% | ★★★★★★ |
| OVB Holding (XTRA:O4B) | 4.42% | ★★★★★★ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 6.90% | ★★★★★★ |
| HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) | 5.00% | ★★★★★★ |
| Deutsche Post (XTRA:DHL) | 4.99% | ★★★★★★ |
| S.N. Nuclearelectrica (BVB:SNN) | 9.65% | ★★★★★★ |
| Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 4.22% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.37% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 237 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.
Vicat
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Vicat S.A., with a market cap of €2.31 billion, operates in the construction industry through its production and sale of cement, ready-mixed concrete, and aggregates.
Operations: Vicat S.A.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Cement segment, which accounts for €2.45 billion, and its Concrete & Aggregates segment, contributing €1.53 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.9%
Vicat offers a stable dividend profile with a proposed €2.00 per share payout for the 2024 financial year, consistent with previous years. The company's dividends are well covered by earnings and cash flows, boasting a low payout ratio of 32.6% and cash payout ratio of 24.9%. Although its yield of 3.85% is below the top tier in France, Vicat's dividends have been reliable and steadily increasing over the past decade.
EFG International
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: EFG International AG, with a market cap of CHF3.87 billion, operates through its subsidiaries to offer private banking, wealth management, and asset management services.
Operations: EFG International's revenue segments include Corporate (CHF53.60 million), Global Markets & Treasury (CHF94.70 million), Investment and Wealth Solutions (CHF124.90 million), and Private Banking and Wealth Management across various regions: Americas (CHF128.80 million), Asia Pacific (CHF195.50 million), United Kingdom (CHF192.30 million), Switzerland & Italy (CHF452.20 million), and Continental Europe & Middle East (CHF254.80 million).