Amid recent developments in Europe, where the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index saw a notable rise of 1.77% following relief from the U.S. government reopening, investor sentiment has been tempered by cooling enthusiasm around artificial intelligence investments. In this context, dividend stocks can offer a stable income stream and potential for long-term growth, making them an attractive option for investors looking to navigate uncertain market conditions while benefiting from consistent returns.
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Name |
Dividend Yield |
Dividend Rating |
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Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) |
4.47% |
★★★★★★ |
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Swiss Re (SWX:SREN) |
4.30% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Sulzer (SWX:SUN) |
3.24% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Holcim (SWX:HOLN) |
4.33% |
★★★★★★ |
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HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) |
5.10% |
★★★★★★ |
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freenet (XTRA:FNTN) |
6.85% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Evolution (OM:EVO) |
4.93% |
★★★★★★ |
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DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH) |
4.31% |
★★★★★★ |
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Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) |
4.71% |
★★★★★★ |
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Bravida Holding (OM:BRAV) |
4.70% |
★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 223 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Let’s take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Bouvet ASA offers IT and digital communication consultancy services to both public and private sectors in Norway, Sweden, and internationally, with a market cap of NOK6.15 billion.
Operations: Bouvet ASA’s revenue is primarily derived from IT Consulting Services, amounting to NOK3.94 billion.
Dividend Yield: 6.2%
Bouvet ASA’s dividend yield of 6.17% is below the top quartile of Norwegian dividend payers, yet it offers a reliable and stable payout history over the past decade. The company’s recent earnings report showed slight growth, with net income for nine months at NOK 286.82 million. Bouvet has announced a special cash dividend of NOK 0.70 per share, reflecting its commitment to shareholder returns. Dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flow, suggesting sustainability at current payout ratios.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Cloetta AB (publ) is a confectionery company with a market cap of approximately SEK10.36 billion.
Operations: Cloetta AB generates revenue primarily from two segments: Pick & mix, which accounts for SEK2.56 billion, and Packaged branded goods, contributing SEK6.02 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3%
Cloetta’s dividend payments are supported by a low payout ratio of 43.8% and a cash payout ratio of 39.7%, indicating sustainability from earnings and cash flows. Despite recent earnings growth, dividends have been volatile over the past decade, affecting reliability. The dividend yield stands at 3.04%, below Sweden’s top quartile payers, while shares trade at a discount to estimated fair value. A new EUR 240 million financing agreement enhances financial flexibility amidst strategic shifts.
