As the European stock markets experience mixed performances, with indices like the STOXX Europe 600 Index recently pulling back from fresh highs amid tempered expectations for further ECB rate cuts, investors are keenly observing dividend stocks as a potential source of steady income. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks that demonstrate resilience and consistent payouts can be particularly appealing for those looking to navigate market fluctuations while maintaining a focus on long-term financial stability.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.43% | ★★★★★★ |
| Telekom Austria (WBAG:TKA) | 4.44% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Scandinavian Tobacco Group (CPSE:STG) | 9.83% | ★★★★★★ |
| Holcim (SWX:HOLN) | 4.35% | ★★★★★★ |
| HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) | 4.99% | ★★★★★★ |
| Evolution (OM:EVO) | 4.87% | ★★★★★★ |
| DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH) | 4.19% | ★★★★★★ |
| Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 4.68% | ★★★★★★ |
| Bravida Holding (OM:BRAV) | 4.73% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banca Popolare di Sondrio (BIT:BPSO) | 5.46% | ★★★★★☆ |
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Banca Generali (BIT:BGN)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Banca Generali S.p.A. distributes financial products and services to high net worth, affluent, and private customers in Italy through financial advisors, with a market cap of €5.82 billion.
Operations: Banca Generali's revenue segments include €0.17 billion from the Corporate Center, €91.76 million from Senior Partner (SP CGU), and €0.71 billion from Private Banking (PB CGU).
Dividend Yield: 5.5%
Banca Generali's dividend yield ranks in the top 25% of Italian market payers, with current and forecasted payout ratios suggesting dividends are covered by earnings. However, its dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade. Recent earnings for nine months ending September 2025 show a decrease to €314.61 million from €338.61 million a year prior, potentially impacting future dividend stability despite ongoing share buybacks aimed at supporting shareholder value.
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- The analysis detailed in our Banca Generali valuation report hints at an inflated share price compared to its estimated value.
Bankinter (BME:BKT)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Bankinter, S.A. is a financial institution offering a range of banking products and services to individuals, corporates, and SMEs across Spain, Luxembourg, Portugal, and Ireland with a market cap of €12.02 billion.
Operations: Bankinter's revenue is primarily derived from its Wealth Management and Retail Banking segment (€1.22 billion), Corporate Banking (€986.90 million), operations in Portugal (€316.29 million), Bankinter Consumer Finance Group excluding Ireland (€137.37 million), and its Irish operations (€100.88 million).
Dividend Yield: 4%
Bankinter's dividend yield is below the top 25% in Spain, with a current payout ratio of 46.4%, indicating dividends are covered by earnings. Despite a decade of volatility and unreliability in its dividend history, payments have increased over this period. Recent earnings show growth, with net income for nine months ending September 2025 rising to €811.51 million from €731.05 million a year earlier, suggesting potential support for future dividends despite high bad loans at 2%.
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- Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Bankinter's share price might be too optimistic.
Asseco Business Solutions (WSE:ABS)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Asseco Business Solutions S.A. designs and develops enterprise software solutions in Poland and internationally, with a market cap of PLN 2.88 billion.
Operations: Asseco Business Solutions S.A. generates revenue through its enterprise software solutions, serving clients both in Poland and internationally.
Dividend Yield: 3.8%
Asseco Business Solutions offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.78%, though it's below the top quartile in Poland. The company's dividends are well-supported, with an 87.4% earnings payout ratio and a 75.5% cash flow coverage, ensuring sustainability. Over the past decade, dividends have been stable and growing, supported by consistent profit growth—evidenced by recent earnings increases to PLN 33.14 million for Q3 2025 from PLN 27.67 million the previous year—indicating robust financial health for continued payouts.
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- According our valuation report, there's an indication that Asseco Business Solutions' share price might be on the expensive side.
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