Top UK Dividend Stocks To Consider In February 2026

As the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices experience downward pressure due to weak trade data from China, investors are increasingly cautious about the global economic landscape. In such uncertain times, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an appealing option for those looking to navigate these challenging market conditions.

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

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Overview: City of London Investment Group PLC is a publicly owned investment manager with a market cap of £187.40 million.

Operations: City of London Investment Group PLC generates revenue primarily through its asset management segment, which accounts for $73.04 million.

Dividend Yield: 8.3%

City of London Investment Group offers a high dividend yield at 8.29%, ranking in the top 25% of UK payers, though its dividends are not well covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 112.9%. The dividends have been volatile over the past decade, despite recent growth. Cash flows currently cover payouts with an 84% cash payout ratio. Recent leadership changes, including the appointment of Cooper Abbott as CEO, may influence future strategic directions and dividend stability.

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Overview: ICG plc is a private equity firm that specializes in direct and fund of fund investments, with a market cap of £4.93 billion.

Operations: ICG plc generates revenue through its Consolidated Entities (£48.10 million), Investment Company (IC) (£162.60 million), and Fund Management Company (FMC) (£892.20 million).

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

ICG’s dividend payments are well covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 40.6% and 41.5%, respectively. Despite a low yield of 4.91% compared to top UK payers, dividends have grown over the past decade but remain volatile. Recent strategic moves include a partnership with Amundi, enhancing distribution capabilities and potentially stabilizing future income streams. The interim dividend increased to 27.7 pence per share for H1 FY25, reflecting ongoing growth in revenue and net income.

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Overview: ME Group International plc operates, sells, and services a variety of instant-service equipment in the United Kingdom with a market cap of £557.27 million.

Operations: ME Group International plc generates revenue from its Personal Services – Others segment, amounting to £311.32 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.5%

ME Group International’s dividend yield of 5.53% is among the top 25% in the UK market, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 54.8%. However, its dividend history is volatile and unreliable, with insufficient data to confirm coverage by cash flows. Despite trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value, recent board changes and strategic partnerships have positioned MEGP for growth in the UK laundry market following a £16.53 million equity offering.

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Companies discussed in this article include LSE:CLIG LSE:ICG and LSE:MEGP.

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