Top Dividend Stocks On SIX Swiss Exchange

The Swiss market recently experienced a slight downturn, with the SMI index closing marginally lower due to mixed economic signals, including an uptick in unemployment rates and positive U.S. jobs data that helped cushion the decline. In such fluctuating conditions, dividend stocks on the SIX Swiss Exchange can offer investors a measure of stability and income through regular payouts, making them an attractive option for those seeking resilience amid market uncertainties.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Switzerland

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)	5.15%	★★★★★★
Vaudoise Assurances Holding (SWX:VAHN)	4.72%	★★★★★★
St. Galler Kantonalbank (SWX:SGKN)	4.63%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	4.87%	★★★★★★
EFG International (SWX:EFGN)	4.74%	★★★★★☆
TX Group (SWX:TXGN)	4.34%	★★★★★☆
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)	5.01%	★★★★★☆
Luzerner Kantonalbank (SWX:LUKN)	3.94%	★★★★★☆
Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank (SWX:BLKB)	4.72%	★★★★★☆
DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH)	3.41%	★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 26 stocks from our Top SIX Swiss Exchange Dividend Stocks screener.

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

CPH Group (SWX:CPHN)

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

Overview: CPH Group AG, with a market cap of CHF431.65 million, operates in the manufacture and sale of chemicals and packaging films across Switzerland, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and internationally.

Operations: CPH Group AG generates revenue from three main segments: Chemistry (CHF128.62 million), Packaging (CHF219.70 million), and Spun-off divisions in Paper (CHF245.37 million).

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

CPH Group offers a dividend yield of 5.56%, placing it among the top 25% of Swiss dividend payers. However, its dividends have been volatile over the past decade and are not covered by earnings, with a high payout ratio of 249.1%. Despite this, dividends are supported by cash flows due to a low cash payout ratio of 47%. Recent financial results showed declining sales and revenue, with a net loss reported for the half year ended June 2024.

• Dive into the specifics of CPH Group here with our thorough dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our CPH Group valuation report hints at an inflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Holcim (SWX:HOLN)

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

Overview: Holcim AG, with a market cap of CHF46.24 billion, operates globally as a building materials and solutions company through its subsidiaries.

Operations: Holcim AG generates revenue through its core segments: Cement (CHF13.39 billion), Aggregates (CHF4.31 billion), Ready-Mix Concrete (CHF5.84 billion), and Solutions & Products (CHF5.91 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Holcim's dividend yield of 3.4% is below the top quartile of Swiss dividend payers but remains reliable, having grown steadily over the past decade without volatility. The company's dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 52.3% and 39.7%, respectively, ensuring sustainability. Recent financials show a slight decline in sales to CHF 12.81 billion and net income to CHF 1.22 billion for H1 2024 compared to last year, alongside a completed share buyback program worth CHF 413.3 million.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Holcim stock in this dividend report.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Holcim's current price could be quite moderate.

Orell Füssli (SWX:OFN)

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

Overview: Orell Füssli AG, with a market cap of CHF150.92 million, operates in security solutions and book retailing both in Switzerland and internationally through its subsidiaries.

Operations: Orell Füssli AG's revenue is primarily derived from its Book Trade segment, contributing CHF118.52 million, followed by Security Printing at CHF75.94 million and Industrial Systems at CHF21.24 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.1%

Orell Füssli's dividend yield of 5.06% places it in the top 25% of Swiss dividend payers, though its track record over the past nine years has been volatile. The company's dividends are covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 86.9% and well-supported by cash flows at a 33% cash payout ratio, suggesting sustainability. However, recent financials reveal declining net income to CHF 1.59 million for H1 2024 from CHF 4.83 million last year.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Orell Füssli with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential overvaluation of Orell Füssli shares in the market.

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