European Dividend Highlights: week 9/10, 2025
Swiss Co. Increases Dividends for 30th Year, #1 Dutch Dividend Stock
Several major European companies have announced significant dividend actions in recent weeks. Below is a summary of the most notable updates:
Dividend Increases:
Thales (France): The aerospace and defense company announced a 8.8% dividend increase to €3.70 per share for 2024, a new record high. The final dividend is €2.85, up from €2.60, with an ex-dividend date of May 20, 2025. The yield stands at 1.55% at a share price of €228.
Allianz (Germany): The insurance giant raised its dividend by 12% to €15.40 per share in 2025, marking its third double-digit hike in four years. The current yield is 4.7%.
Hensoldt (Germany): The defense technology company increased its dividend by 25% to €0.50 per share in 2025.