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In recent weeks, European markets have shown resilience, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index climbing 3.93% as investor sentiment improved following the European Central Bank's rate cuts and a delay in U.S. tariff hikes. As market conditions stabilize, dividend stocks may offer an attractive option for investors seeking steady income streams amidst ongoing economic uncertainty.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER) | 5.03% | ★★★★★★ |
| Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.51% | ★★★★★★ |
| Mapfre (BME:MAP) | 5.47% | ★★★★★★ |
| Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2) | 4.72% | ★★★★★★ |
| OVB Holding (XTRA:O4B) | 4.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) | 4.95% | ★★★★★★ |
| Deutsche Post (XTRA:DHL) | 4.99% | ★★★★★★ |
| Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 4.25% | ★★★★★★ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 7.19% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.41% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 245 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
UBS Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: UBS Group AG is a global financial services company offering advice and solutions to private, institutional, and corporate clients, with a market capitalization of CHF73.95 billion.
Operations: UBS Group AG generates its revenue through several segments, including Global Wealth Management ($24.53 billion), Investment Bank ($10.85 billion), Personal & Corporate Banking ($8.93 billion), Asset Management ($3.18 billion), and Non Core and Legacy ($1.54 billion).
Dividend Yield: 3%
UBS Group's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, with an unstable track record. Despite this, dividends have increased over the same period and are currently covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 56.6%. Recent M&A activity in India suggests strategic growth efforts, which could impact future dividend stability. However, UBS's dividend yield of 3.04% is below top-tier Swiss market payers. The upcoming AGM will address a proposed USD 0.90 per share dividend for 2024.
Mercedes-Benz Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Mercedes-Benz Group AG is an automotive company operating in Germany and internationally, with a market cap of €51.76 billion.
Operations: Mercedes-Benz Group AG generates revenue through its segments: Mercedes-Benz Cars (€107.76 billion), Mercedes-Benz Vans (€19.32 billion), and Mercedes-Benz Mobility (€25.08 billion).