European Dividend Stocks To Consider In May 2025

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As European markets experience a boost, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index climbing 3.44% amid easing tariff concerns and stronger-than-expected economic growth in the eurozone, investors are increasingly looking towards dividend stocks as a stable income source amidst fluctuating market conditions. In this environment, selecting stocks with consistent dividend payouts and solid financial health can be a prudent strategy for those seeking to balance potential risks and returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)4.71%★★★★★★
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN)4.31%★★★★★★
Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2)4.41%★★★★★★
Deutsche Post (XTRA:DHL)5.01%★★★★★★
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B)4.92%★★★★★★
S.N. Nuclearelectrica (BVB:SNN)9.50%★★★★★★
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)4.23%★★★★★★
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI)7.09%★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)4.31%★★★★★★
Bank Handlowy w Warszawie (WSE:BHW)9.55%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 235 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Cembre (BIT:CMB)

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

Overview: Cembre S.p.A. manufactures and sells electrical connectors, cable accessories, and tools in Italy, Europe, and internationally with a market cap of €860.93 million.

Operations: Cembre S.p.A. generates revenue primarily from its Electric Connectors and Related Tools segment, amounting to €229.72 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Cembre's dividend payments have been stable and reliable over the past decade, with recent increases reflecting a commitment to shareholder returns. However, the current dividend yield of 3.67% is below Italy's top-tier payers and not well covered by free cash flows due to a high cash payout ratio of 190.2%. Despite earnings growth of 4.3% last year and a reasonable payout ratio of 74.2%, sustainability concerns remain due to limited coverage by earnings or cash flows.

BIT:CMB Dividend History as at May 2025

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management (ENXTPA:MLCFM)

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

Overview: CFM Indosuez Wealth Management SA, with a market cap of €716.25 million, provides banking and financial solutions to private investors, businesses, institutions, and professionals in Monaco and internationally through its subsidiaries.

Operations: CFM Indosuez Wealth Management SA's revenue is derived from offering comprehensive banking and financial services to a diverse clientele, including private investors, businesses, institutions, and professionals across Monaco and international markets.

Dividend Yield: 6.4%

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management's recent dividend announcement of €78 per share marks a decrease, highlighting its volatility over the past decade. Despite being in the top 25% for dividend yield in France at 6.4%, its track record remains unstable and unreliable. The company has a reasonable payout ratio of 70.8%, suggesting dividends are covered by earnings, yet the low allowance for bad loans (34%) indicates potential financial vulnerabilities.

ENXTPA:MLCFM Dividend History as at May 2025

SAF-Holland (XTRA:SFQ)

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

Overview: SAF-Holland SE manufactures and supplies chassis-related assemblies and components for trailers, trucks, semi-trailers, and buses, with a market cap of €767.16 million.

Operations: SAF-Holland SE generates its revenue from three main segments: €747.34 million from the Americas, €246.65 million from Asia/Pacific (APAC)/China/India, and €882.76 million from Europe, The Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

Dividend Yield: 5%

SAF-Holland's dividend of €0.85 per share, payable on May 23, 2025, is supported by a low payout ratio of 49.9% and cash payout ratio of 26.9%, indicating strong coverage by earnings and cash flows despite past volatility in payments. The dividend yield is among the top 25% in Germany at 5.03%. However, the company's high debt level and unstable dividend history may concern some investors seeking consistent income streams.

XTRA:SFQ Dividend History as at May 2025

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