European Dividend Stocks To Consider In August 2026

As European markets navigate a backdrop of resilient earnings and geopolitical uncertainties, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index has shown positive momentum, reflecting firmer risk appetite among investors. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and potential income, making them an attractive consideration for those looking to balance growth with reliable returns amidst fluctuating market conditions.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Telekom Austria (WBAG:TKA)	4.22%	★★★★★★
Swiss Re (SWX:SREN)	4.66%	★★★★★☆
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI)	6.20%	★★★★★★
Revenio Group Oyj (HLSE:REG1V)	3.24%	★★★★★☆
Naturgy Energy Group (BME:NTGY)	6.16%	★★★★★☆
Maire (BIT:MAIRE)	4.72%	★★★★★☆
Iren (BIT:IRE)	5.43%	★★★★★☆
Hannover Rück (XTRA:HNR1)	4.93%	★★★★★★
Edel SE KGaA (XTRA:EDL)	6.30%	★★★★★★
Cembra Money Bank (SWX:CMBN)	5.19%	★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 190 stocks from our Top European Dividend Stocks screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Credito Emiliano (BIT:CE)

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

Overview: Credito Emiliano S.p.A., along with its subsidiaries, operates in Italy focusing on commercial banking and wealth management, with a market cap of €7.07 billion.

Operations: Credito Emiliano S.p.A. generates revenue primarily through its activities in commercial banking and wealth management within Italy.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Credito Emiliano's dividend yield of 3.61% is below the Italian market's top quartile. However, its dividends are well covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 41.1%, expected to remain sustainable at 54% in three years. Despite past volatility in dividend payments, recent growth has been noted. The company is pursuing strategic acquisitions to enhance profitability and sustainability, as evidenced by recent earnings and M&A discussions, despite a slight decline in net income for H1 2026.

• Dive into the specifics of Credito Emiliano here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Credito Emiliano implies its share price may be too high.

Électricite de Strasbourg Société Anonyme (ENXTPA:ELEC)

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

Overview: Électricite de Strasbourg Société Anonyme operates in the maintenance and development of low- and high-voltage electrical networks in France, with a market cap of €1.27 billion.

Operations: Électricite de Strasbourg Société Anonyme generates revenue primarily from its roles as an Electricity and Gas Distributor (€336.66 million) and through the Production and marketing of electricity and gas (€879.74 million).

Dividend Yield: 7.7%

Électricite de Strasbourg Société Anonyme's dividend yield of 7.71% ranks it among the top 25% in France, but its sustainability is questionable due to a high cash payout ratio of 112%, indicating dividends are not well covered by free cash flows. The company's recent earnings report showed declining sales and net income, with basic earnings per share dropping from €11.76 to €7.88 year-on-year, reflecting financial pressure that could impact future dividend reliability and stability.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Électricite de Strasbourg Société Anonyme.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Électricite de Strasbourg Société Anonyme implies its share price may be lower than expected.

Zinzino (OM:ZZ B)

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

Overview: Zinzino AB (publ) is a direct sales company that offers dietary supplements and skincare products in Sweden and internationally, with a market cap of SEK5.21 billion.

Operations: Zinzino AB (publ) generates revenue primarily from its Zinzino (Incl. VMA Life) segment, which accounts for SEK3.48 billion, and Faun segment, contributing SEK168.28 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

Zinzino's dividend yield of 4.47% places it among the top 25% of Swedish dividend payers, yet its sustainability is challenged by a high payout ratio of 116.9%, indicating dividends are not well covered by earnings. Despite this, the company has maintained stable and growing dividends over the past decade, supported by a low cash payout ratio of 39.5%. Recent sales growth in July reached SEK 315.9 million, reflecting strong market performance and expansion efforts like entering Colombia.

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

Summing It All Up

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