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Top European Dividend Stocks To Consider In April 2025

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As European markets show resilience with the STOXX Europe 600 Index climbing 3.93% over the past week, buoyed by President Trump's tariff delay and the ECB's interest rate cuts, investors are increasingly eyeing dividend stocks as a stable income source amidst ongoing trade uncertainties. In such an environment, a good dividend stock is often characterized by consistent payout histories and robust financial health, making them appealing options for those seeking reliable returns in fluctuating market conditions.

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Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)5.26%★★★★★★
Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2)4.81%★★★★★★
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN)4.50%★★★★★★
Mapfre (BME:MAP)5.48%★★★★★★
OVB Holding (XTRA:O4B)4.46%★★★★★★
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B)5.07%★★★★★★
Deutsche Post (XTRA:DHL)5.14%★★★★★★
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)4.23%★★★★★★
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI)7.32%★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)4.45%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 247 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Compagnie Financière Tradition (SWX:CFT)

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

Overview: Compagnie Financière Tradition SA operates as an interdealer broker of financial and non-financial products worldwide, with a market cap of CHF1.63 billion.

Operations: Compagnie Financière Tradition SA generates revenue from three main segments: Americas (CHF371.20 million), Asia-Pacific (CHF286.26 million), and Europe, Middle East and Africa (CHF475.39 million).

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Compagnie Financière Tradition SA reported a net income of CHF 115.6 million for 2024, up from CHF 94.4 million the previous year, with earnings per share increasing to CHF 15.09. Over the past decade, CFT's dividends have been stable and growing with minimal volatility, supported by a payout ratio of 44.7% and cash flow coverage at 51.7%. While its dividend yield of 3.18% is below top-tier Swiss payers, it remains reliable and well-covered by earnings and cash flows.

SWX:CFT Dividend History as at Apr 2025
SWX:CFT Dividend History as at Apr 2025

Allianz (XTRA:ALV)

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

Overview: Allianz SE, with a market cap of €136.52 billion, operates internationally offering property-casualty insurance, life/health insurance, and asset management products and services through its subsidiaries.

Operations: Allianz SE generates revenue through its key segments: property-casualty insurance (€77.66 billion), life/health insurance (€24.34 billion), and asset management (€8.35 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4.3%

Allianz SE's dividends have shown consistent growth over the past decade, supported by a stable payout ratio of 61.1% and strong cash flow coverage at 19.8%. While its dividend yield of 4.34% is slightly below the top tier in Germany, it remains reliable and well-covered by earnings. Recent financial maneuvers, including a €2 billion share buyback and debt refinancing activities, reflect Allianz's proactive capital management strategy amidst ongoing M&A discussions to bolster market presence.

XTRA:ALV Dividend History as at Apr 2025
XTRA:ALV Dividend History as at Apr 2025

KSB SE KGaA (XTRA:KSB)

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

Overview: KSB SE & Co. KGaA, along with its subsidiaries, is a global manufacturer and supplier of pumps, valves, and related services with a market cap of €1.38 billion.

Operations: KSB SE & Co. KGaA generates its revenue through three main segments: Pumps (€1.55 billion), Fittings (€398.80 million), and KSB Supremeserv (€1.02 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

KSB SE KGaA's dividend payments are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 39.3% and 34.7%, respectively. Despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade, recent increases to €26.50 per ordinary share indicate growth intentions. Trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, KSB offers potential value for investors seeking dividends in Europe, though its yield of 3.29% is below top-tier levels in Germany. Recent guidance suggests improvements in sales revenue and EBIT for 2025.

XTRA:KSB Dividend History as at Apr 2025
XTRA:KSB Dividend History as at Apr 2025

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About SWX:CFT

Compagnie Financière Tradition

Operates as an interdealer broker of financial and non-financial products worldwide.

Outstanding track record with excellent balance sheet and pays a dividend.

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