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As European markets continue to navigate the complexities of global trade tensions, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index has shown resilience, rising for a fourth consecutive week. Amid this backdrop, investors are increasingly looking towards dividend stocks as a way to potentially generate income and add stability to their portfolios.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2) | 4.36% | ★★★★★★ |
| Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.47% | ★★★★★★ |
| Allianz (XTRA:ALV) | 4.42% | ★★★★★★ |
| Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER) | 4.40% | ★★★★★★ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 6.66% | ★★★★★★ |
| S.N. Nuclearelectrica (BVB:SNN) | 9.60% | ★★★★★★ |
| HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) | 4.75% | ★★★★★★ |
| Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 4.22% | ★★★★★★ |
| OVB Holding (XTRA:O4B) | 4.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 4.56% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 229 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.
JCDecaux
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: JCDecaux SE is a global outdoor advertising company with a market cap of €3.33 billion.
Operations: JCDecaux SE generates revenue through three main segments: Street Furniture (€1.99 billion), Transport (€1.39 billion), and Billboard (€546.60 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.5%
JCDecaux's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, yet they are well-covered by earnings and cash flows with a payout ratio of 45.4% and a cash payout ratio of 14.5%. The company reported strong earnings growth last year, with net income rising to €258.9 million. Despite being dropped from the FTSE All-World Index recently, JCDecaux plans to gradually increase its dividend while balancing investments in capex and M&A activities.
Bank of Ireland Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Bank of Ireland Group plc offers banking and financial services in the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, and internationally, with a market cap of €11.49 billion.
Operations: Bank of Ireland Group plc generates revenue from several segments, including Retail UK (€550 million), Retail Ireland (€1.62 billion), Wealth and Insurance (€340 million), and Corporate and Commercial (€1.96 billion).
Dividend Yield: 4.8%
Bank of Ireland Group's dividend payments have been inconsistent over the past seven years, with a history of volatility. Despite this, the dividends are well-covered by earnings, maintaining a payout ratio of 44.4%. The bank's net interest income is projected to exceed €3.25 billion in 2025, indicating robust financial performance. However, challenges include a high level of non-performing loans at 2.2% and a low allowance for bad loans at 55%, which could impact future stability and dividend reliability.