European Dividend Stocks To Consider

The European stock market has experienced a mixed performance recently, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index snapping a streak of gains amid uncertainties surrounding U.S. trade policies. However, potential increases in defense and infrastructure spending by Germany and the EU have provided some support to investor sentiment. In this context, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income for investors seeking reliable returns amidst market volatility.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Julius Bär Gruppe (SWX:BAER)	4.34%	★★★★★★
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN)	4.21%	★★★★★★
Mapfre (BME:MAP)	5.99%	★★★★★★
Bredband2 i Skandinavien (OM:BRE2)	4.95%	★★★★★★
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI)	7.80%	★★★★★★
Vaudoise Assurances Holding (SWX:VAHN)	4.18%	★★★★★★
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)	4.36%	★★★★★★
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B)	4.16%	★★★★★★
VERBUND (WBAG:VER)	5.82%	★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)	4.57%	★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 235 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's dive into some prime choices out of the screener.

HOMAG Group (DB:HG1)

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

Overview: HOMAG Group AG, along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells machines and solutions for the woodworking and timber construction industries globally, with a market cap of €454.95 million.

Operations: The HOMAG Group generates revenue from manufacturing and selling machines and solutions tailored for the woodworking and timber construction sectors worldwide.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

HOMAG Group offers a stable dividend profile with a low payout ratio of 31.5%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings. The company has maintained reliable and growing dividends over the past decade, although its 3.58% yield is below the top tier in Germany. Despite recent share price volatility and outdated financial reports, its attractive price-to-earnings ratio of 8.8x suggests potential value compared to the broader market's 17x average.

• Take a closer look at HOMAG Group's potential here in our dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates HOMAG Group may be overvalued.

Aalberts (ENXTAM:AALB)

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

Overview: Aalberts N.V., along with its subsidiaries, provides essential technologies for the building, industrial, and semiconductor sectors across Europe, the United States, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa with a market cap of approximately €37 billion.

Operations: Aalberts N.V. generates its revenue from three primary segments: Semicon (€501.30 million), Building Technology (€1.60 billion), and Industrial Technology (€1.06 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Aalberts' dividend payments have grown over the past decade but remain volatile and unreliable, with a payout ratio of 69.8% indicating coverage by earnings. The dividend yield of 3.38% is below the top tier in the Dutch market. Recent announcements include a €75 million share buyback program aimed at enhancing shareholder value, despite challenging market conditions leading to flat revenue expectations and an improved EBITA margin for 2025.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Aalberts stock in this dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Aalberts' shares may be trading at a discount.

Mersen (ENXTPA:MRN)

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

Overview: Mersen S.A. is a company that manufactures and sells electrical power products and advanced materials across various regions including France, North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific, with a market cap of €539.56 million.

Operations: Mersen S.A.'s revenue is derived from two main segments: Electrical Power, contributing €545.50 million, and Advanced Materials, generating €681.70 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.6%

Mersen offers a high dividend yield of 5.64%, placing it among the top 25% of French dividend payers, yet its dividends have been unreliable and volatile over the past decade. Despite trading at 49.2% below estimated fair value, Mersen's dividends are not well covered by free cash flows, though they are supported by a low payout ratio of 39.5%. The company's earnings have grown significantly but recent share price volatility may concern investors seeking stability.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Mersen.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Mersen's share price might be too pessimistic.

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