3 European Dividend Stocks Yielding Up To 5.3%

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Wed, February 18, 2026 at 2:32 PM GMT+9 4 min read

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As European markets navigate volatility, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index recently hitting a new high before settling nearly unchanged, investors are keenly observing economic indicators such as employment growth and GDP expansion in the eurozone. Amidst these dynamics, dividend stocks have gained attention for their potential to provide steady income; qualities like strong cash flow and a history of consistent payouts can make them appealing choices in uncertain market conditions.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Europe

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

Viscofan

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

Overview: Viscofan, S.A., along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the manufacturing, production, and distribution of casings in Spain and has a market cap of approximately €2.67 billion.

Operations: Viscofan generates its revenue primarily from the wrapping segment, which accounts for €1.24 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.4%

Viscofan’s dividend payments have shown stability and growth over the past decade, making them reliable for investors. However, with a high cash payout ratio of 107.9%, the dividends are not well covered by free cash flows, raising sustainability concerns despite being covered by earnings at an 89% payout ratio. Trading at 41.3% below its estimated fair value suggests potential undervaluation, yet the dividend yield of 5.37% is among Spain’s top quartile payers but lacks coverage robustness.

Take a closer look at Viscofan's potential here in our dividend report.

Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Viscofan shares in the market.

BME:VIS Dividend History as at Feb 2026

Swiss Re

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

Overview: Swiss Re AG, with a market cap of CHF38.50 billion, operates globally through its subsidiaries to offer reinsurance, insurance, and various risk transfer and insurance-related services.

Operations: Swiss Re AG generates revenue through its global operations in reinsurance, insurance, and various risk transfer services.

Dividend Yield: 4.3%

Swiss Re’s dividend yield of 4.35% ranks in the top 25% of Swiss market payers, supported by a payout ratio of 58.1%, indicating coverage by earnings and cash flows. Despite a decade-long increase in dividends, their volatility raises sustainability concerns. Swiss Re trades at an attractive valuation, significantly below its estimated fair value. Recent strategic alliances aim to enhance AI-driven reinsurance capabilities, potentially impacting long-term growth and dividend reliability amidst forecasted earnings declines.

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Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Swiss Re.

Our valuation report unveils the possibility Swiss Re's shares may be trading at a discount.

SWX:SREN Dividend History as at Feb 2026

UNIQA Insurance Group

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

Overview: UNIQA Insurance Group AG is an insurance company operating in Austria and Central and Eastern Europe, with a market cap of €4.94 billion.

Operations: UNIQA Insurance Group AG generates revenue through its UNIQA Austria segments, comprising €264.18 million from Life and €1.28 billion from Health, as well as its UNIQA International segments with €757.83 million in Life and €139.20 million in Health, alongside Property and Casualty Insurance contributing €2.49 billion from UNIQA Austria and €2.34 billion from UNIQA International.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

UNIQA Insurance Group’s dividend is covered by both earnings (payout ratio: 50.9%) and cash flows (cash payout ratio: 47.5%), though its historical volatility raises concerns about reliability. The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, suggesting potential upside for investors seeking value. Recent earnings growth of EUR 423.4 million for the nine months ending September 2025 indicates strong performance, yet the dividend yield remains below top-tier Austrian payers at 3.73%.

Get an in-depth perspective on UNIQA Insurance Group's performance by reading our dividend report here.

Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that UNIQA Insurance Group is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

WBAG:UQA Dividend History as at Feb 2026

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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._

Companies discussed in this article include BME:VIS SWX:SREN and WBAG:UQA.

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