The European market has recently experienced modest gains, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index showing resilience amid easing geopolitical tensions and strong corporate earnings. However, looming threats of increased tariffs from the U.S. have introduced some uncertainty. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for investors seeking to navigate these fluctuating conditions.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe
Name
Dividend Yield
Dividend Rating
Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN)
4.31%
★★★★★★
Zinzino (OM:ZZ B)
4.69%
★★★★★★
Teleperformance (ENXTPA:TEP)
6.77%
★★★★★★
Telekom Austria (WBAG:TKA)
4.20%
★★★★★★
Swiss Re (SWX:SREN)
5.24%
★★★★★★
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI)
5.91%
★★★★★★
Hannover Rück (XTRA:HNR1)
5.32%
★★★★★★
DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH)
4.12%
★★★★★★
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)
4.55%
★★★★★★
Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN)
3.85%
★★★★★★
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Let’s review some notable picks from our screened stocks.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Acomo N.V. operates in sourcing, trading, processing, packaging, and distributing conventional and organic food ingredients for the food and beverage industry across Europe, North America, and internationally with a market cap of €780.84 million.
Operations: Acomo N.V.’s revenue segments include Tea (€107.89 million), Edible Seeds (€215.10 million), Food Solutions (€26.61 million), Spices and Nuts (€547.57 million), and Organic Ingredients (€572.66 million).
Dividend Yield: 5.3%
Acomo’s dividend yield of 5.32% ranks in the top 25% of Dutch market payers, yet its sustainability is questionable due to lack of free cash flow coverage and reliance on non-cash earnings. Despite a reasonable payout ratio, dividends have been volatile over the past decade. While earnings grew significantly last year with net income reaching €73.04 million, future earnings are expected to decline by an average of 1.7% annually over three years.
ENXTAM:ACOMO Dividend History as at May 2026
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: NOS, S.G.P.S., S.A., along with its subsidiaries, operates in the telecommunications and entertainment sectors and has a market capitalization of €2.72 billion.
Operations: NOS, S.G.P.S., S.A. operates through its subsidiaries in the telecommunications and entertainment sectors.
Dividend Yield: 6.6%
NOS S.G.P.S. offers a competitive dividend yield of 6.58%, placing it in the top 25% of Portuguese market payers, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 72% and cash payout ratio of 44.6%. Despite this, its dividend history is marked by volatility over the past decade. Recent earnings showed modest growth with Q1 net income at €62 million compared to €59.2 million previously, alongside affirmed dividends for May 2026 payments totaling €0.45 per share.
ENXTLS:NOS Dividend History as at May 2026
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: EFG International AG, along with its subsidiaries, offers private banking, wealth management, and asset management services with a market cap of CHF5.11 billion.
Operations: EFG International AG’s revenue is primarily derived from its segments: Corporate (CHF105.20 million), Global Markets & Treasury (CHF153.30 million), Investment and Wealth Solutions (CHF127 million), Private Banking and Wealth Management – Americas (CHF143.80 million), Asia Pacific (CHF238.80 million), United Kingdom (CHF170.60 million), Switzerland & Italy (CHF477.20 million), and Continental Europe & Middle East (CHF242.40 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.8%
EFG International’s dividend yield of 3.79% ranks among the top 25% in the Swiss market, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 63.3%, ensuring dividends are covered by earnings. However, its dividend history is unstable with past volatility and a low allowance for bad loans at 10%. Despite this, earnings have grown annually by 18.3% over five years, indicating potential for future stability if growth continues as forecasted at an annual rate of 14.34%.
SWX:EFGN Dividend History as at May 2026 Next Steps
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Companies discussed in this article include ENXTAM:ACOMO ENXTLS:NOS and SWX:EFGN.
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