As European markets rally, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index reaching record levels amid optimism for lower U.S. borrowing costs, investors are increasingly turning their attention to dividend stocks as a potential source of steady income. In such an environment, selecting dividend stocks with strong fundamentals and consistent payout histories can be a prudent strategy for those looking to navigate the current economic landscape while potentially benefiting from attractive yields.

Name

Dividend Yield

Dividend Rating

Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN)

4.29%

★★★★★★

UNIQA Insurance Group (WBAG:UQA)

4.72%

★★★★★☆

Scandinavian Tobacco Group (CPSE:STG)

9.82%

★★★★★★

Holcim (SWX:HOLN)

4.77%

★★★★★★

HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B)

4.95%

★★★★★★

freenet (XTRA:FNTN)

6.92%

★★★★★☆

DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH)

4.26%

★★★★★★

Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)

4.63%

★★★★★★

Bravida Holding (OM:BRAV)

4.01%

★★★★★★

Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)

4.65%

★★★★★☆

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We’re going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.

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

Overview: AB SKF (publ) is a global company that designs, manufactures, and sells bearings and units, seals, lubrication systems, condition monitoring, and services with a market capitalization of approximately SEK110.51 billion.

Operations: AB SKF’s revenue is derived from two main segments: Automotive, contributing SEK27.82 billion, and Industrial, generating SEK67.73 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

AB SKF’s dividend yield of 3.19% is below the top quartile in Sweden, and its dividend history has been volatile over the past decade. However, dividends have shown growth and are supported by earnings (65.7% payout ratio) and cash flows (57.7% cash payout ratio). Recent strategic expansions, including a new Super-precision centre in Italy, align with their focus on operational excellence and sustainability. Leadership changes aim to enhance business segments’ strategic direction amidst plans for an automotive division separation.

OM:SKF B Dividend History as at Oct 2025

OM:SKF B Dividend History as at Oct 2025

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

Overview: VERBUND AG, with a market cap of €22.18 billion, operates in the generation, trading and sale of electricity to various markets and customers both in Austria and internationally.

Operations: VERBUND AG’s revenue segments include Grid (€1.62 billion), Hydro (€3.12 billion), Sales (€6.78 billion), and New Renewables (€323.30 million).

Dividend Yield: 4.4%

VERBUND’s dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, though they have increased overall. The company’s dividends are supported by earnings (55% payout ratio) and cash flows (62.7% cash payout ratio), indicating a sustainable distribution despite an unstable track record. Recent earnings show a slight decline in sales for Q2 2025 to €1.67 billion, with net income stable at €406 million, reflecting consistent profitability amidst market fluctuations.

WBAG:VER Dividend History as at Oct 2025

WBAG:VER Dividend History as at Oct 2025

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

Overview: Powszechna Kasa Oszczednosci Bank Polski Spólka Akcyjna offers a range of banking products and services in Poland and abroad, with a market cap of PLN91.60 billion.

Operations: Powszechna Kasa Oszczednosci Bank Polski Spólka Akcyjna generates revenue primarily from its Retail Segment, which contributes PLN21.96 billion, and the Corporate and Investment Segment, which adds PLN7.98 billion.

Dividend Yield: 7.5%

Powszechna Kasa Oszczednosci Bank Polski Spólka Akcyjna’s dividend is among the top 25% in Poland, though it has experienced volatility over the past decade. The payout ratio of 68.2% suggests dividends are adequately covered by earnings now and in three years. Despite high bad loans at 3.7%, recent financials show strong net interest income growth to PLN 12.15 billion for H1 2025, indicating robust profitability supporting future dividend payments amidst an unstable track record.

WSE:PKO Dividend History as at Oct 2025

WSE:PKO Dividend History as at Oct 2025

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Companies discussed in this article include OM:SKF B WBAG:VER and WSE:PKO.

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