April 2025’s Must-Have Dividend Stocks in Europe

As European markets face challenges from rising global trade tensions, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index has seen a decline recently. However, some of these losses were lessened due to new announcements related to tariffs. In this uncertain environment, dividend stocks present investors with a stable option and income prospects, making them an appealing choice for those seeking to strengthen their portfolios amid changing economic conditions.

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In this article, we will examine a selection of stocks from our screening results.

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

Overview: BPER Banca SpA, with a market capitalization of €9.38 billion, is an Italian bank providing various banking products and services globally to individuals and businesses.

Operations: The primary source of revenue for BPER Banca SpA comes from its Retail segment (€2.67 billion), followed by Corporate (€859.35 million), Finance (€662.74 million), Large Corporate (€547.65 million), Private (€126.75 million), and Corporate Centre (€270.59 million).

Dividend Yield: 9.1%

BPER Banca’s substantial dividend yield places it in the top quartile of Italian dividend payers. Its payout ratio of 60.6% indicates that dividends are currently supported by earnings, which are anticipated to remain so for the next three years. Despite showing volatility in its nine-year dividend history, it is considered an attractive investment due to its reasonable valuation compared to peers.

This article by Simply Wall St provides general insights. It is not designed as financial advice and does not take into account individual financial situations or objectives.