Amid concerns about global growth and a stronger euro, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index ended slightly lower, reflecting mixed performances across major stock indexes. In this environment of cautious economic optimism and stable inflation rates close to the European Central Bank's target, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream for investors seeking stability.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.33% | ★★★★★★ |
Telekom Austria (WBAG:TKA) | 4.14% | ★★★★★☆ |
Swiss Re (SWX:SREN) | 4.16% | ★★★★★☆ |
Scandinavian Tobacco Group (CPSE:STG) | 9.43% | ★★★★★★ |
Holcim (SWX:HOLN) | 4.45% | ★★★★★★ |
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) | 4.87% | ★★★★★★ |
freenet (XTRA:FNTN) | 6.70% | ★★★★★☆ |
DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH) | 4.19% | ★★★★★★ |
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 4.66% | ★★★★★★ |
CaixaBank (BME:CABK) | 6.53% | ★★★★★☆ |
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Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.
Crédit Agricole (ENXTPA:ACA)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Crédit Agricole S.A. offers a range of retail, corporate, insurance, and investment banking products and services both in France and internationally, with a market cap of €49.88 billion.
Operations: Crédit Agricole S.A.'s revenue is primarily derived from Asset Gathering (€8.32 billion), Large Customers (€8.69 billion), French Retail Banking - LCL (€3.54 billion), International Retail Banking (€3.82 billion), and Specialised Financial Services (€2.51 billion).
Dividend Yield: 6.7%
Crédit Agricole's dividend yield is among the top 25% in France, supported by a low payout ratio of 34.2%, indicating coverage by earnings. However, its dividend history has been volatile over the past decade. Recent debt financing activities, including purchasing undated deeply subordinated notes for GBP317 million and USD805 million, reflect strategic financial management but highlight reliance on higher-risk funding sources. The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, offering potential relative value compared to peers.
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- Our expertly prepared valuation report Crédit Agricole implies its share price may be lower than expected.
Vicat (ENXTPA:VCT)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Vicat S.A. operates in the construction industry through its production and sale of cement, ready-mixed concrete, and aggregates, with a market cap of €2.76 billion.
Operations: Vicat S.A.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Cement segment, which generated €2.38 billion, and its Concrete & Aggregates segment, contributing €1.49 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.2%
Vicat's dividend yield of 3.23% is below the top tier in France but remains reliable, with stable growth over the past decade and a low payout ratio of 32.9%, ensuring coverage by earnings and cash flows. Despite recent sales and net income declines, Vicat trades at a significant discount to its fair value, suggesting good relative value. Recent guidance adjustments reflect challenges from macroeconomic uncertainties and currency impacts on financial performance.
- Take a closer look at Vicat's potential here in our dividend report.
- The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Vicat's current price could be quite moderate.
Bravida Holding (OM:BRAV)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Bravida Holding AB (publ) offers technical services and installations for buildings and industrial facilities across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland with a market cap of SEK18.89 billion.
Operations: Bravida Holding AB (publ) generates revenue through its provision of technical services and installations for buildings and industrial facilities across the Nordic region, specifically in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland.
Dividend Yield: 4.1%
Bravida Holding's dividend yield of 4.06% ranks in the top quartile among Swedish stocks, supported by stable payments over its nine-year history. The payout ratio of 68.8% indicates dividends are well-covered by earnings, while a cash payout ratio of 59.1% ensures coverage by cash flows as well. Despite recent sales declines, net income rose to SEK 268 million in Q2 2025 from SEK 236 million a year ago, reflecting resilient profitability amidst market challenges.
- Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Bravida Holding.
- Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Bravida Holding is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.
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