Top European Dividend Stocks To Consider In May 2025

As European markets experience a positive upswing with major indices such as the STOXX Europe 600 and Germany's DAX showing notable gains, investors are closely watching for opportunities amid easing tariff concerns and accelerating economic growth in the eurozone. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a compelling option for those seeking to balance income generation with potential capital appreciation, especially as economic indicators suggest continued resilience despite some uncertainties.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)	4.71%	★★★★★★
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN)	4.31%	★★★★★★
Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2)	4.41%	★★★★★★
Deutsche Post (XTRA:DHL)	5.01%	★★★★★★
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B)	4.92%	★★★★★★
S.N. Nuclearelectrica (BVB:SNN)	9.50%	★★★★★★
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)	4.23%	★★★★★★
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI)	7.09%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	4.31%	★★★★★★
Bank Handlowy w Warszawie (WSE:BHW)	9.55%	★★★★★☆

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Azkoyen (BME:AZK)

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

Overview: Azkoyen, S.A. designs, manufactures, and markets technology solutions both in Spain and internationally, with a market cap of €194.09 million.

Operations: Azkoyen, S.A. generates revenue through its three main segments: Time & Security (€67.13 million), Payment Technologies (€69.07 million), and Coffee & Vending Systems (€63.06 million).

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

Azkoyen's dividend payments, while covered by both earnings (payout ratio of 49.3%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio of 26.2%), have been volatile over the past decade with instances of significant annual drops. Despite a consistent increase in dividends over ten years, its yield remains below the top tier in Spain. Recent earnings growth supports dividend sustainability; however, its historical volatility may concern investors seeking stable income streams.

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• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Azkoyen is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

NOTE (OM:NOTE)

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

Overview: NOTE AB (publ) offers electronics manufacturing services across Sweden, Finland, the United Kingdom, Bulgaria, Estonia, China, and other international markets with a market cap of SEK4.74 billion.

Operations: NOTE AB (publ) generates revenue from its electronics manufacturing services, with SEK2.99 billion coming from Western Europe and SEK905 million from the Rest of World segment.

Dividend Yield: 4.2%

NOTE AB's dividend yield of 4.2% ranks in the top 25% of Swedish payers, although its historical volatility may concern stability-focused investors. The proposed SEK 7.00 per share dividend is well-covered by earnings (payout ratio: 80.7%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 29.1%). Despite past unreliability, dividends have increased over the decade, supported by a strong financial position and a price-to-earnings ratio below the market average at 19x versus 21.9x.

• Take a closer look at NOTE's potential here in our dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility NOTE's shares may be trading at a discount.

Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)

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

Overview: Julius Bär Gruppe AG is a wealth management company offering services in Switzerland, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and globally with a market cap of CHF11.30 billion.

Operations: Julius Bär Gruppe AG generates its revenue primarily from the Private Banking segment, amounting to CHF3.86 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.7%

Julius Bär Gruppe offers a compelling dividend profile with a stable and reliable history over the past decade. Its dividends, currently yielding 4.71%, are well-covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 52.2%, ensuring sustainability. Recent AGM approvals confirmed a CHF 2.60 dividend per share, enhancing its attractiveness among Swiss market payers. Despite high bad loans at 2.1%, the firm’s strategic expansions and leadership changes signal robust growth potential, supporting future dividend prospects.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Julius Bär Gruppe.
• The analysis detailed in our Julius Bär Gruppe valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

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