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As European markets continue to rally, buoyed by slower inflation and potential interest rate cuts from the European Central Bank, investors are increasingly turning their attention to dividend stocks for stable income. In this favorable economic climate, identifying solid dividend-paying stocks can be a prudent strategy for those looking to benefit from consistent returns amidst market volatility.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In France

Click here to see the full list of 36 stocks from our Top Euronext Paris Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Groupe Guillin

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

Overview: Groupe Guillin S.A. produces and sells food packaging products in France and internationally, with a market cap of €554.59 million.

Operations: Groupe Guillin S.A. generates revenue primarily from its Packaging Sector (€837.39 million) and Material Sector (€48.24 million).

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Groupe Guillin's dividend payments are well-covered by earnings (payout ratio: 27%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 18.5%), indicating sustainability. However, the dividend track record has been unreliable and volatile over the past decade. Despite this, dividends have grown over the last 10 years. The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value and shows good relative value compared to peers and industry standards.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Groupe Guillin with our comprehensive dividend report here.

• The analysis detailed in our Groupe Guillin valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Rubis

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

Overview: Rubis operates bulk liquid storage facilities for commercial and industrial customers across Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean with a market cap of €2.99 billion.

Operations: Rubis generates revenue primarily from Energy Distribution (€6.58 billion) and Renewable Electricity Production (€48.64 million).

Dividend Yield: 6.9%

Rubis's dividend payments have been stable and growing over the past decade, with a payout ratio of 57.7% covered by earnings and a cash payout ratio of 73.8%. Despite its high debt level, the company offers an attractive dividend yield of 6.89%, which is in the top quartile for French stocks. Trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 8.5x, Rubis presents good value compared to the broader French market (15.1x).

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Rubis' dividend report.

• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Rubis is trading behind its estimated value.

Sodexo

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

Overview: Sodexo S.A. is a global provider of food services and facilities management, with a market cap of €11.83 billion.

Operations: Sodexo S.A. generates revenue from Europe (€8.30 billion), North America (€10.74 billion), and the Rest of the World (€4.12 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.8%

Sodexo's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, but recent increases and a payout ratio of 63.2% covered by earnings suggest some stability. The cash payout ratio is a low 44%, indicating strong coverage by cash flows. Despite its high debt level, Sodexo announced a special interim dividend of €6.24 per share in August 2024, reflecting robust liquidity supported by an upsized €1.75 billion credit facility extension to July 2029.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Sodexo.

• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Sodexo is trading beyond its estimated value.

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