As European markets face volatility due to proposed tariffs from the U.S., major indices like Germany's DAX and France's CAC 40 have seen declines, highlighting the uncertainty in the region. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a measure of stability and income, making them an attractive option for those looking to enhance their portfolios with reliable returns amidst market fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

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Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

SpareBank 1 Ringerike Hadeland

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: SpareBank 1 Ringerike Hadeland is a financial institution offering a range of banking products and services to both private and corporate customers in Norway, with a market cap of NOK6.16 billion.

Operations: SpareBank 1 Ringerike Hadeland generates its revenue through a diverse array of banking products and services tailored for both individual and business clients in Norway.

Dividend Yield: 7.6%

SpareBank 1 Ringerike Hadeland offers a reliable dividend, with payments growing steadily over the past decade and currently covered by earnings at a payout ratio of 68.3%. Despite recent earnings growth of 44.9%, future earnings are expected to decline by an average of 4.7% annually over the next three years, though dividends remain forecasted to be covered at a 71.2% payout ratio. The current yield is attractive but below Norway's top-tier dividend payers.

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• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that SpareBank 1 Ringerike Hadeland's current price could be quite moderate.

Björn Borg

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Björn Borg AB (publ) and its subsidiaries manufacture, distribute, and sell underwear, sportswear, footwear, bags, and eyewear under the Björn Borg brand with a market cap of SEK1.48 billion.

Operations: Björn Borg AB generates revenue through the sale of underwear, sportswear, footwear, bags, and eyewear.

Dividend Yield: 5.1%

Björn Borg's dividend yield of 5.09% ranks in the top 25% of Swedish dividend payers, yet its sustainability is questionable due to a high cash payout ratio of 143.6%, indicating dividends are not well-covered by free cash flow. Although earnings have grown by 20.7% over the past year, dividends have been volatile and unreliable over the last decade. Recent AGM decisions affirmed a SEK 3 per share dividend for 2025, split into two payments.