European Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 4.1%

As the European market navigates a period of mixed returns, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index remaining relatively flat and inflation reaching the ECB's target, investors are increasingly focused on finding stable income sources. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable stream of income, making them an attractive option for those looking to capitalize on steady cash flows amidst economic fluctuations.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

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

VIEL & Cie société anonyme (ENXTPA:VIL)

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

Overview: VIEL & Cie, société anonyme, is an investment company offering interdealer broking, online trading, and private banking services across various regions including Europe and the Asia-Pacific, with a market cap of €957.57 million.

Operations: VIEL & Cie, société anonyme, generates revenue through professional intermediation (€1.11 billion), stock exchange online activities (€74.37 million), and contributions from holdings (€5.40 million).

Dividend Yield: 3%

VIEL & Cie société anonyme offers a reliable dividend with a 3.03% yield, though it is lower than the top 25% of French dividend payers. The company's dividends are well covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 24.5% and 24.2%, respectively. Over the past decade, VIL's dividends have been stable and growing, supported by a recent increase to €0.47 per share payable in June 2025.

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• According our valuation report, there's an indication that VIEL & Cie société anonyme's share price might be on the cheaper side.

Mikron Holding (SWX:MIKN)

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

Overview: Mikron Holding AG is a company that specializes in developing, producing, and marketing automation solutions, machining systems, and cutting tools across Switzerland, Europe, North America, the Asia Pacific, and internationally with a market cap of CHF273.94 million.

Operations: Mikron Holding AG's revenue is primarily derived from its Automation segment, which accounts for CHF233.34 million, and its Machining Solutions segment, contributing CHF140.81 million.

Dividend Yield: 3%

Mikron Holding's dividend yield of 3.04% is below the top quartile in Switzerland, and its dividend history has been volatile over the past decade. However, dividends are well covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 29.8% and 17.3%, respectively. Recently, Mikron affirmed a CHF 0.50 per share distribution at its AGM, split between retained earnings and tax-free capital contributions reserves, indicating a commitment to shareholder returns despite past volatility.

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• Our expertly prepared valuation report Mikron Holding implies its share price may be lower than expected.

Swiss Re (SWX:SREN)

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

Overview: Swiss Re AG, with a market cap of CHF42.29 billion, operates globally through its subsidiaries to offer reinsurance, insurance, various risk transfer solutions, and related services.

Operations: Swiss Re AG generates revenue primarily from its global operations in reinsurance, insurance, and various risk transfer solutions.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Swiss Re's dividend yield of 4.13% ranks in the top quartile of Swiss dividend payers, though its history has been volatile over the past decade. Despite this, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 67.5% and 70.2%, respectively. Recently approved at an AGM, a USD 7.35 per share dividend reflects strong capital management priorities, although past payment reliability remains a concern for some investors seeking stability.

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• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Swiss Re's shares may be trading at a discount.

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