Top European Dividend Stocks To Watch In August 2025

As European markets rally on the back of strong corporate earnings and optimism surrounding geopolitical resolutions, dividend stocks continue to attract investors seeking steady income amid fluctuating economic conditions. In this environment, identifying companies with robust financial health and consistent dividend payouts becomes crucial for those looking to capitalize on Europe's evolving market landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

Name Dividend Yield Dividend Rating Zurich Insurance Group (SWX:ZURN) 4.36% ★★★★★★ Swiss Re (SWX:SREN) 3.98% ★★★★★☆ Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) 7.02% ★★★★★★ Holcim (SWX:HOLN) 4.56% ★★★★★★ HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) 5.06% ★★★★★★ DKSH Holding (SWX:DKSH) 4.09% ★★★★★★ Credito Emiliano (BIT:CE) 5.47% ★★★★★☆ Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN) 4.62% ★★★★★★ Banque Cantonale Vaudoise (SWX:BCVN) 4.63% ★★★★★☆ Afry (OM:AFRY) 4.02% ★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 215 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.

We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

Norsk Hydro

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

Overview: Norsk Hydro ASA operates globally in power production, bauxite extraction, alumina refining, aluminium smelting, and recycling activities with a market cap of NOK128.48 billion.

Operations: Norsk Hydro ASA's revenue segments include Hydro Energy at NOK11.38 billion, Hydro Extrusions at NOK77.26 billion, Hydro Metal Markets at NOK85.56 billion, Hydro Aluminium Metal at NOK59.41 billion, and Hydro Bauxite & Alumina at NOK59.90 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Norsk Hydro's recent earnings show a solid increase in revenue and net income for the first half of 2025, with sales reaching NOK 112.43 billion. Despite a relatively low dividend yield of 3.46% compared to top Norwegian payers, dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 46.5% and 43.3%, respectively. However, the dividend track record has been volatile over the past decade, impacting its reliability for consistent income seekers.

Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Norsk Hydro's dividend report. According our valuation report, there's an indication that Norsk Hydro's share price might be on the cheaper side.OB:NHY Dividend History as at Aug 2025

BTS Group

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

Overview: BTS Group AB (publ) is a professional services firm with a market cap of approximately SEK3.57 billion.

Operations: BTS Group AB (publ) generates revenue from its various segments, including BTS Europe with SEK631.37 million, BTS North America with SEK1.56 billion, BTS Other Markets with SEK838.95 million, and Advantage Performance Group (APG) contributing SEK142.19 million.

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Dividend Yield: 3.3%

BTS Group's dividend yield of 3.31% is below the top Swedish payers, yet it's well-covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 33% and 44.7%, respectively. Despite a history of volatility in dividend payments, recent increases to SEK 6.10 per share reflect growth potential. The company's strategic expansion into Africa may bolster future revenues, though recent earnings guidance indicates a potential decline in short-term profitability amidst fluctuating past financial performance.

Click here to discover the nuances of BTS Group with our detailed analytical dividend report. Our valuation report here indicates BTS Group may be undervalued.OM:BTS B Dividend History as at Aug 2025

Loomis

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

Overview: Loomis AB (publ) offers secure payment solutions across various countries including the United States, France, and the United Kingdom, with a market cap of SEK27.66 billion.

Operations: Loomis AB generates revenue primarily from its operations in Europe and Latin America, which contribute SEK14.86 billion, and the United States of America, contributing SEK15.84 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Loomis's dividend yield of 3.44% is modest compared to top Swedish dividend payers, but it's well-supported by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 55.1% and 26.8%, respectively. Despite a history of volatile dividends, payments have grown over the past decade. Recent strong earnings growth and strategic focus on acquisitions may enhance future performance, although sales saw a slight decline in Q2 2025 to SEK 7.41 billion from SEK 7.64 billion year-on-year.

Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Loomis. The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Loomis' current price could be quite moderate.OM:LOOMIS Dividend History as at Aug 2025

Key Takeaways

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Companies discussed in this article include OB:NHY OM:BTS B and OM:LOOMIS.

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