Top Dividend Stocks On Euronext Paris For October 2024

Simply Wall St · 10/18 06:08

As the CAC 40 Index in France experiences modest gains amid broader European hopes for quicker interest rate cuts by the ECB, investors are increasingly looking to dividend stocks as a stable income source amidst economic uncertainties. In this environment, selecting stocks with strong dividend yields and reliable payout histories can provide a cushion against market volatility and offer consistent returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In France

Name Dividend Yield Dividend Rating
Vicat (ENXTPA:VCT) 5.63% ★★★★★★
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) 7.97% ★★★★★★
Électricite de Strasbourg Société Anonyme (ENXTPA:ELEC) 8.04% ★★★★★☆
Arkema (ENXTPA:AKE) 4.18% ★★★★★☆
VIEL & Cie société anonyme (ENXTPA:VIL) 3.69% ★★★★★☆
Samse (ENXTPA:SAMS) 6.62% ★★★★★☆
Exacompta Clairefontaine (ENXTPA:ALEXA) 4.82% ★★★★★☆
Caisse Régionale de Crédit Agricole Mutuel du Languedoc Société coopérative (ENXTPA:CRLA) 5.83% ★★★★★☆
Piscines Desjoyaux (ENXTPA:ALPDX) 7.84% ★★★★★☆
Eiffage (ENXTPA:FGR) 4.57% ★★★★☆☆

Click here to see the full list of 32 stocks from our Top Euronext Paris Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Arkema (ENXTPA:AKE)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Arkema S.A. is a global manufacturer and seller of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, with a market cap of approximately €6.25 billion.

Operations: Arkema S.A.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Advanced Materials segment at €3.51 billion, followed by Adhesive Solutions at €2.71 billion, Coating Solutions at €2.39 billion, and Intermediates at €779 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.2%

Arkema's dividend is well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with a payout ratio of 76.4% and a cash payout ratio of 47%. The dividend has been stable and growing over the past decade, though its yield of 4.18% is below the top tier in France. Recent strategic moves, such as bio-based production initiatives and executive changes, aim to enhance long-term value creation. Despite lower earnings in H1 2024 compared to last year, Arkema remains focused on growth through acquisitions.

ENXTPA:AKE Dividend History as at Oct 2024
ENXTPA:AKE Dividend History as at Oct 2024

Gaztransport & Technigaz (ENXTPA:GTT)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Gaztransport & Technigaz SA is a technology and engineering company specializing in cryogenic membrane containment systems for maritime transportation and storage of liquefied gas and LNG globally, with a market cap of €4.76 billion.

Operations: Gaztransport & Technigaz generates revenue primarily from its Core Business Including Services, amounting to €530.73 million, and from Hydrogen, contributing €13.96 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.7%

Gaztransport & Technigaz's dividend yield of 5.71% is among the top 25% in France, yet its payments have been volatile and not consistently covered by cash flows, with a high cash payout ratio of 139.7%. Despite this, dividends have increased over the past decade. Recent earnings showed significant growth, with net income rising to €170.31 million for H1 2024 from €84.03 million a year ago, supporting an interim dividend of €3.67 per share announced in July 2024.

ENXTPA:GTT Dividend History as at Oct 2024
ENXTPA:GTT Dividend History as at Oct 2024

Compagnie Générale des Établissements Michelin Société en commandite par actions (ENXTPA:ML)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Compagnie Générale des Établissements Michelin Société en commandite par actions manufactures and sells tires globally, with a market cap of €23.83 billion.

Operations: Compagnie Générale des Établissements Michelin Société en commandite par actions generates revenue through three main segments: Automotive and Related Distribution (€14.16 billion), Road Transportation and Related Distribution (€6.84 billion), and Specialty Businesses and Related Distribution (€6.74 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4%

Compagnie Générale des Établissements Michelin's dividend yield of 3.98% is below the top 25% in France, with a history of volatility and unreliability over the past decade. Despite this, dividends have increased during that time and are well covered by earnings (payout ratio: 50.2%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 32.3%). Recent half-year results showed a decline in sales to €13.48 billion from €14.08 billion, with net income slightly down to €1.16 billion from €1.22 billion year-on-year.

ENXTPA:ML Dividend History as at Oct 2024
ENXTPA:ML Dividend History as at Oct 2024

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