The European market has recently experienced a mixed performance, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index seeing a slight decline as investors navigate resilient economic data and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. Amid these conditions, dividend stocks can offer potential stability and income streams for investors seeking to balance risk in their portfolios.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Telekom Austria (WBAG:TKA) | 4.16% | ★★★★★★ |
| Sulzer (SWX:SUN) | 3.11% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 6.04% | ★★★★★★ |
| Revenio Group Oyj (HLSE:REG1V) | 3.05% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Naturgy Energy Group (BME:NTGY) | 5.98% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Hannover Rück (XTRA:HNR1) | 4.88% | ★★★★★★ |
| Edel SE KGaA (XTRA:EDL) | 6.22% | ★★★★★★ |
| d'Amico International Shipping (BIT:DIS) | 4.84% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 5.35% | ★★★★★★ |
| Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) | 3.60% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 191 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.
SpareBank 1 Helgeland (OB:HELG)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: SpareBank 1 Helgeland offers a range of banking products and services to private customers, SMEs, municipalities, and institutions in Norway, with a market cap of NOK4.40 billion.
Operations: SpareBank 1 Helgeland generates revenue by providing financial services and products tailored to the needs of individuals, businesses, municipalities, and institutions across Norway.
Dividend Yield: 4.7%
SpareBank 1 Helgeland, trading at 37.2% below its estimated fair value, offers a dividend covered by earnings with a current payout ratio of 57.2%, forecasted to be 69.9% in three years. However, its dividends have been volatile over the past decade and are lower than top-tier Norwegian payers at 4.71%. Recent earnings showed a slight increase to NOK 139 million for the half year ended June 2026, indicating stable financial performance amidst debt management activities including bond issuance and redemption.
- Click here to discover the nuances of SpareBank 1 Helgeland with our detailed analytical dividend report.
- Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that SpareBank 1 Helgeland is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.
Swiss Re (SWX:SREN)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Swiss Re AG, with a market cap of CHF41.57 billion, operates globally offering reinsurance, insurance, and various risk transfer and insurance-related services through its subsidiaries.
Operations: Swiss Re AG generates its revenue from Property & Casualty Reinsurance ($18.00 billion), Life & Health Reinsurance ($17.60 billion), Corporate Solutions ($6.08 billion), and Group Items ($1.32 billion).
Dividend Yield: 4.6%
Swiss Re's dividend yield of 4.6% ranks in the top 25% of Swiss payers, although its sustainability is questionable due to a high cash payout ratio of 96.6%. While dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, they are not fully covered by free cash flow. Recent earnings showed a slight increase with net income reaching US$2.83 billion for H1 2026, indicating solid financial performance amidst strategic partnerships enhancing operational efficiency through AI-driven risk intelligence.
- Dive into the specifics of Swiss Re here with our thorough dividend report.
- Our expertly prepared valuation report Swiss Re implies its share price may be lower than expected.
CEWE Stiftung KGaA (XTRA:CWC)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: CEWE Stiftung & Co. KGaA operates as a photo service and online printing provider in Germany and internationally, with a market cap of €680.41 million.
Operations: CEWE Stiftung & Co. KGaA generates revenue through its key segments: Photofinishing (€757.46 million), Commercial Online Printing (€88.94 million), and Retail (€29.95 million).
Dividend Yield: 3%
CEWE Stiftung KGaA offers a dividend yield of 3.02%, below the top 25% in Germany, but dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade. Despite a low payout ratio of 36.6%, dividends aren't covered by free cash flows, raising sustainability concerns. Recent earnings revealed increased sales to €298 million for H1 2026 but a net loss of €0.166 million, indicating financial challenges that may impact future dividend reliability despite trading at good value compared to peers.
- Get an in-depth perspective on CEWE Stiftung KGaA's performance by reading our dividend report here.
- Our valuation report here indicates CEWE Stiftung KGaA may be undervalued.
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