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3 European Dividend Stocks To Consider With At Least 3.7% Yield

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As European markets experience an upswing, with major indices like the STOXX Europe 600 and Germany's DAX showing notable gains, investors are increasingly exploring dividend stocks as a means to generate steady income amidst fluctuating economic forecasts. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks with robust yields and stable financial health can offer a reliable income stream while potentially benefiting from market resilience.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)4.88%★★★★★★
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN)4.42%★★★★★★
Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2)4.61%★★★★★★
OVB Holding (XTRA:O4B)4.42%★★★★★★
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B)5.02%★★★★★★
S.N. Nuclearelectrica (BVB:SNN)9.22%★★★★★★
Deutsche Post (XTRA:DHL)4.93%★★★★★★
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)4.27%★★★★★★
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI)7.11%★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)4.34%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 239 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

Solar (CPSE:SOLAR B)

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

Overview: Solar A/S is a sourcing and services company that operates in the electrical, heating and plumbing, ventilation, and climate and energy solutions sectors across Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and the Netherlands with a market cap of DKK1.88 billion.

Operations: Solar A/S generates its revenue through three main segments: Trade (DKK1.17 billion), Industry (DKK4.34 billion), and Installation (DKK6.72 billion).

Dividend Yield: 5.8%

Solar A/S has faced volatility in dividend payments over the past decade, with recent decreases to DKK 15 per share for 2024. Despite this, dividends are well-covered by earnings (payout ratio of 72.5%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio of 49.3%). The company announced a special dividend of up to DKK 50 per share, indicating potential shareholder returns despite declining profit margins and earnings forecasts. Its current dividend yield is competitive within the Danish market.

CPSE:SOLAR B Dividend History as at May 2025
CPSE:SOLAR B Dividend History as at May 2025

Groupe Guillin (ENXTPA:ALGIL)

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

Overview: Groupe Guillin S.A. is engaged in the production and sale of food packaging products both in France and internationally, with a market capitalization of €509.74 million.

Operations: Groupe Guillin S.A. generates revenue through the production and sale of food packaging products across various markets.

Dividend Yield: 4%

Groupe Guillin's dividend history shows volatility, with the latest annual dividend set at €1.00 per share. Despite a lower net income of €59.74 million for 2024, dividends remain covered by earnings (payout ratio of 29.2%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio of 69.5%). Trading below its estimated fair value by 70.2%, the stock offers good relative value but provides a lower yield than top French market payers, reflecting its inconsistent dividend track record over the past decade.

ENXTPA:ALGIL Dividend History as at May 2025
ENXTPA:ALGIL Dividend History as at May 2025

Bouvet (OB:BOUV)

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

Overview: Bouvet ASA is an IT and digital communication consultancy firm serving public and private sectors in Norway, Sweden, and internationally, with a market cap of NOK8.21 billion.

Operations: Bouvet ASA generates revenue from its IT consultancy services, amounting to NOK3.92 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.8%

Bouvet ASA's dividend has shown consistent growth over the past decade, with the latest proposed payment set at NOK 3.00 per share for 2024. The payout ratio of 80.7% indicates dividends are covered by earnings, while a cash payout ratio of 38.3% suggests strong coverage by free cash flow. Despite a relatively modest yield of 3.75%, Bouvet's reliability in dividend payments and robust financial performance support its position as a stable choice for income-focused investors in Europe.

OB:BOUV Dividend History as at May 2025
OB:BOUV Dividend History as at May 2025

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About OB:BOUV

Bouvet

Provides IT and digital communication consultancy services for public and private sectors in Norway, Sweden, and internationally.

Flawless balance sheet with solid track record and pays a dividend.