As European markets navigate the complexities of global bond sell-offs and inflationary pressures, investors are keenly watching for opportunities that can offer stability and income. In this environment, dividend stocks stand out as a potential choice for those seeking to balance growth with regular income streams.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Telekom Austria (WBAG:TKA) | 4.16% | ★★★★★★ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 6.14% | ★★★★★★ |
| Revenio Group Oyj (HLSE:REG1V) | 3.02% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Naturgy Energy Group (BME:NTGY) | 5.95% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Maire (BIT:MAIRE) | 4.78% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Hannover Rück (XTRA:HNR1) | 4.89% | ★★★★★★ |
| EFG International (SWX:EFGN) | 4.04% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Edel SE KGaA (XTRA:EDL) | 6.47% | ★★★★★★ |
| d'Amico International Shipping (BIT:DIS) | 4.85% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 5.26% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 190 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.
SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge (OB:SB1NO)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge ASA, along with its subsidiaries, offers a range of financial products and services to personal and corporate clients in Norway, with a market cap of NOK83.25 billion.
Operations: SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge ASA generates revenue through its Retail Market segment, which contributes NOK4.62 billion, and its Corporate Market segment, which adds NOK2.61 billion.
Dividend Yield: 5.4%
SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge's dividend is well-supported by earnings with a current payout ratio of 71.5%, expected to improve to 62.1% in three years. Its dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, though its yield of 5.36% is below Norway's top quartile for dividend payers. Recent fixed-income offerings, including €497.59 million in climate bonds, indicate strategic financial maneuvers that may impact future profitability and dividend sustainability positively.
- Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge stock in this dividend report.
- The analysis detailed in our SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge valuation report hints at an inflated share price compared to its estimated value.
Andritz (WBAG:ANDR)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Andritz AG provides industrial machinery, equipment, and services across multiple continents including Europe, North America, South America, China, Asia, Africa, and Australia with a market capitalization of €8.11 billion.
Operations: Andritz AG's revenue is primarily derived from its Pulp & Paper segment (€3.05 billion), followed by Hydro Power (€1.83 billion), Metals (€1.71 billion), and Environment & Energy (€1.49 billion).
Dividend Yield: 3.3%
Andritz's dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, though they are currently well-covered by earnings and cash flows with a payout ratio of 56.9%. Despite trading at 32.6% below estimated fair value, its dividend yield of 3.26% is lower than Austria's top quartile for dividends. Recent earnings growth and strategic alliances, such as with UPM for tissue innovation, may support future performance but do not assure consistent dividend reliability.
- Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Andritz.
- According our valuation report, there's an indication that Andritz's share price might be on the cheaper side.
Allianz (XTRA:ALV)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Allianz SE, along with its subsidiaries, offers property-casualty insurance, life/health insurance, and asset management services globally, with a market cap of approximately €169.28 billion.
Operations: Allianz SE generates revenue from its primary segments, including €81.46 billion from property-casualty insurance, €26.31 billion from life/health insurance, and €8.94 billion from asset management services.
Dividend Yield: 3.8%
Allianz's dividend is well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 55.9% and a cash payout ratio of 23%. Trading at 52.3% below fair value, its yield of 3.79% is lower than Germany's top quartile payers but has been stable over the past decade. Recent half-year earnings showed net income growth to €6.29 billion from €5.26 billion, supporting its reliable dividend history amidst ongoing share buybacks and strategic expansion discussions in Singapore.
- Take a closer look at Allianz's potential here in our dividend report.
- In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Allianz is trading behind its estimated value.
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