Top European Dividend Stocks For July 2026
As geopolitical tensions and energy market volatility return to the spotlight, European markets have faced a challenging environment, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index recently experiencing a decline. In this context, dividend stocks can offer investors potential stability and income, making them an attractive option during uncertain times.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) | 4.09% | ★★★★★★ |
| Teleperformance (ENXTPA:TEP) | 8.28% | ★★★★★★ |
| Telekom Austria (WBAG:TKA) | 4.20% | ★★★★★★ |
| Swiss Re (SWX:SREN) | 4.76% | ★★★★★★ |
| Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 6.45% | ★★★★★★ |
| Logista Integral (BME:LOG) | 5.88% | ★★★★★★ |
| Hannover Rück (XTRA:HNR1) | 4.96% | ★★★★★★ |
| Edel SE KGaA (XTRA:EDL) | 6.20% | ★★★★★★ |
| DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH) | 3.70% | ★★★★★★ |
| Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) | 4.71% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 208 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.
We'll examine a selection from our screener results.
De'Longhi (BIT:DLG)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: De'Longhi S.p.A. is a company that produces and distributes coffee machines, small appliances for food preparation, cooking machines, air conditioning units, portable heaters, domestic cleaning and ironing products, with a market cap of €6.12 billion.
Operations: De'Longhi S.p.A. generates revenue through its diverse product offerings, including coffee machines, small kitchen appliances for food preparation and cooking, air conditioning and portable heating units, as well as domestic cleaning, ironing, and home care products.
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
De'Longhi's dividend yield of 3.05% is below the top quartile in Italy, but its dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 58.5% and 37.8%, respectively. Despite a history of volatility in dividend payments over the past decade, recent earnings growth and reaffirmed guidance for mid-single-digit revenue growth in 2026 suggest potential stability moving forward. Recent product innovations highlight De'Longhi's focus on enhancing brand appeal through unique coffee experiences.
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- Our expertly prepared valuation report De'Longhi implies its share price may be too high.
Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke (DB:SSH)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke AG, with a market cap of €619.94 million, operates in mining, producing, and selling salt across Germany, the European Union, and internationally through its subsidiaries.
Operations: Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke AG generates its revenue primarily from the Salt segment (€275.65 million) and Waste Management (€68.66 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke's dividend yield of 3.09% is lower than the top quartile in Germany. Despite a decade of stable and reliable dividend payments, they are not supported by free cash flows, raising sustainability concerns. The payout ratio stands at 59.4%, indicating coverage by earnings, though high non-cash earnings could affect quality perceptions. Recent earnings growth of 3.3% suggests some positive momentum, but the lack of free cash flow coverage remains a critical issue for investors focused on dividends.
- Get an in-depth perspective on Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke's performance by reading our dividend report here.
- The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke's current price could be inflated.
Exacompta Clairefontaine (ENXTPA:ALEXA)
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Exacompta Clairefontaine S.A. is involved in the production, finishing, and formatting of papers across France, Europe, and internationally with a market cap of €192.35 million.
Operations: Exacompta Clairefontaine S.A. generates revenue through its Paper segment, contributing €347.71 million, and its Processing segment, which adds €588.65 million.
Dividend Yield: 4.2%
Exacompta Clairefontaine offers a reliable dividend yield of 4.18%, supported by a payout ratio of 37.2% and cash payout ratio of 20.9%, indicating strong coverage by earnings and cash flows. Although its yield is below the top tier in France, dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, enhancing attractiveness for income-focused investors. The stock trades at 5.3% below estimated fair value, suggesting potential for capital appreciation alongside dividend income.
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- Our valuation report here indicates Exacompta Clairefontaine may be undervalued.
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