As European markets continue to show resilience, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index achieving its longest streak of weekly gains since August 2012, investors are increasingly looking for stable income sources amid mixed economic signals. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable stream of income and potential for long-term growth, making them an attractive consideration for those navigating current market uncertainties.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

Click here to see the full list of 219 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

NV Bekaert

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

Overview: NV Bekaert SA specializes in steel wire transformation and coating technologies on a global scale, with a market capitalization of €1.89 billion.

Operations: NV Bekaert's revenue is primarily derived from four segments: Rubber Reinforcement (€1.73 billion), Steel Wire Solutions (€1.10 billion), Specialty Businesses (€638 million), and Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group (€555 million).

Dividend Yield: 5.2%

NV Bekaert SA's dividend strategy focuses on progressive growth, with a recent proposal of a €1.90 per share dividend, marking a 6% increase year-on-year. Despite an unstable dividend history and lower yield compared to top Belgian payers, its dividends are well-covered by earnings (41.7% payout ratio) and cash flow (64.6% cash payout ratio). The company maintains a strong balance sheet while managing challenging market conditions with flat revenue guidance for 2025 and strategic buybacks up to €200 million.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in NV Bekaert's dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that NV Bekaert is trading behind its estimated value.

Holcim

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

Overview: Holcim AG, along with its subsidiaries, is a global building materials and solutions company with a market cap of CHF55.98 billion.

Operations: Holcim AG generates revenue through its diverse segments, including Cement (CHF13.16 billion), Aggregates (CHF4.34 billion), Ready-Mix Concrete (CHF5.60 billion), and Solutions & Products (CHF5.94 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Holcim's dividend strategy is characterized by stability and reliability, with consistent growth over the past decade. The company's dividends are well-covered by earnings (payout ratio: 59.2%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 42.5%), though its yield of 3.05% is lower than top Swiss payers. Holcim's strategic move to list its North American business, Amrize, aims to unlock further value for stakeholders while maintaining a robust financial position amidst evolving market dynamics.

• Take a closer look at Holcim's potential here in our dividend report.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Holcim's share price might be on the cheaper side.

Brenntag

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

Overview: Brenntag SE operates as a distributor of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients across Germany, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and the Asia Pacific with a market cap of approximately €9.85 billion.

Operations: Brenntag SE's revenue is derived from its segments, including Brenntag Essentials in Latin America (€665.50 million), North America (€4.28 billion), Asia Pacific (€745.20 million), and Europe, Middle East & Africa (€3.35 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Brenntag offers a stable dividend with a current yield of 3.08%, which, while reliable and consistently growing over the past decade, is below the top German payers' average. Its dividends are well-supported by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 56.1% and 45.1%, respectively. Trading at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, Brenntag presents potential for long-term investors seeking dependable income in Europe's dividend landscape amidst evolving market conditions.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Brenntag stock in this dividend report.
• The analysis detailed in our Brenntag valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

Summing It All Up

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

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