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3 European Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 7.8%

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As European markets grapple with the implications of U.S. trade tariffs and monetary policy uncertainty, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index recently ended lower, reflecting broader concerns about economic growth. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential for investors seeking refuge from market volatility.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN)4.50%★★★★★★
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)4.22%★★★★★★
Mapfre (BME:MAP)5.61%★★★★★★
Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2)4.76%★★★★★★
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B)4.07%★★★★★★
Deutsche Post (XTRA:DHL)4.36%★★★★★★
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)4.26%★★★★★★
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI)7.44%★★★★★★
VERBUND (WBAG:VER)5.90%★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)4.62%★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 229 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.

MFE-Mediaforeurope (BIT:MFEB)

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

Overview: MFE-Mediaforeurope N.V. operates in the television industry across Italy and Spain, with a market cap of €2.23 billion.

Operations: MFE-Mediaforeurope N.V. generates its revenue primarily from television operations in Italy and Spain.

Dividend Yield: 5.2%

MFE-Mediaforeurope's dividends are supported by a payout ratio of 61.8% and a cash payout ratio of 41.9%, indicating coverage by both earnings and cash flows. However, its dividend history has been volatile over the past decade, with unreliable payments despite growth over the same period. Currently trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, MFEB offers good relative value but yields below Italy's top-tier dividend payers at 5.19%.

BIT:MFEB Dividend History as at Mar 2025
BIT:MFEB Dividend History as at Mar 2025

Sogefi (BIT:SGF)

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

Overview: Sogefi S.p.A. is a company that designs, develops, and produces filtration systems, suspension components, air management products, and engine cooling systems for the automotive industry across Europe, South America, North America, and Asia with a market cap of €226.56 million.

Operations: Sogefi S.p.A.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Suspensions segment, generating €564.60 million, and its Air and Cooling segment, contributing €457.40 million.

Dividend Yield: 7.9%

Sogefi's recent dividend announcement of €0.15 per share highlights its position among Italy's top 25% dividend payers, with a yield of 7.86%. While the company has only recently begun paying dividends, they are well covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 33.2% and 15.6%, respectively. Despite volatile share prices, Sogefi trades at a discount to estimated fair value and reported improved net income for 2024 at €141.3 million from €57.8 million in the previous year.

BIT:SGF Dividend History as at Mar 2025
BIT:SGF Dividend History as at Mar 2025

Tenaris (BIT:TEN)

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

Overview: Tenaris S.A. manufactures and distributes steel pipes for the energy industry and other industrial applications across various regions worldwide, with a market cap of €19.08 billion.

Operations: Tenaris S.A. generates its revenue primarily from the Tubes segment, which accounted for $11.91 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.3%

Tenaris's dividend outlook includes a proposed payment of $0.83 per share, contingent on shareholder approval, with a stable payout ratio of 45.9% covered by earnings and 41.2% by cash flows. Despite its low yield compared to Italy's top dividend payers, Tenaris maintains increased dividends over the past decade but with volatility. Recent earnings show decreased sales and net income for 2024, while ongoing buybacks signal confidence in undervaluation at $1.65 billion completed since November 2023.

BIT:TEN Dividend History as at Mar 2025
BIT:TEN Dividend History as at Mar 2025

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About BIT:SGF

Sogefi

Designs, develops, and produces filtration systems, suspension components, air intake products, and engine cooling systems for the automotive industry in Europe, South America, North America, China, and internationally.

Flawless balance sheet and good value.