Boiron And 2 Other Euronext Paris Dividend Stocks To Consider
Amidst the backdrop of political uncertainty and fluctuating bond yields in Europe, investors may find stability and potential income through dividend stocks. In this context, companies like Boiron on the Euronext Paris offer an appealing consideration for those looking to navigate through current market volatilities with a focus on steady dividend returns.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In France
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Samse (ENXTPA:SAMS) | 9.04% | ★★★★★★ |
Rubis (ENXTPA:RUI) | 7.33% | ★★★★★★ |
CBo Territoria (ENXTPA:CBOT) | 6.76% | ★★★★★★ |
Fleury Michon (ENXTPA:ALFLE) | 5.68% | ★★★★★☆ |
VIEL & Cie société anonyme (ENXTPA:VIL) | 4.22% | ★★★★★☆ |
Sanofi (ENXTPA:SAN) | 4.29% | ★★★★★☆ |
Arkema (ENXTPA:AKE) | 4.17% | ★★★★★☆ |
Teleperformance (ENXTPA:TEP) | 3.98% | ★★★★★☆ |
Exacompta Clairefontaine (ENXTPA:ALEXA) | 4.62% | ★★★★★☆ |
Piscines Desjoyaux (ENXTPA:ALPDX) | 8.00% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 32 stocks from our Top Euronext Paris Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.
Boiron
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Boiron SA is a company that specializes in the production and distribution of homeopathic medicines, operating in France, other parts of Europe, North America, and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately €590.32 million.
Operations: Boiron SA generates €493.25 million from the manufacture and marketing of homeopathic medicines and other healthcare solutions.
Dividend Yield: 4%
Boiron's dividend yield at 3.97% trails behind the top French dividend payers, reflecting a lower return for investors. Despite a trading value deemed good relative to its peers, Boiron has shown volatility in its dividend payments over the past decade, lacking consistency. However, both earnings and cash flows substantiate current dividends with payout ratios of 65.4% and 85.3%, respectively. Recent financials indicate a downturn with sales dropping to €493.25 million and net income falling to €35.83 million in 2023, suggesting potential pressure on future dividends despite an earnings growth forecast of 13.1% per year.
Get an in-depth perspective on Boiron's performance by reading our dividend report here.
Our expertly prepared valuation report Boiron implies its share price may be lower than expected.
Samse
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Samse SA is a company based in France that specializes in distributing building materials and tools, with a market capitalization of approximately €606.94 million.
Operations: Samse SA generates €1.48 billion from its Trading segment and €407.05 million from its Do-It-Yourself segment in revenue.
Dividend Yield: 9%
Samse offers a compelling dividend yield at 9.04%, ranking in the top 25% of French dividend stocks. The dividends are well-supported, with a payout ratio of 66.5% and cash payout ratio of 58.9%, indicating sustainability from both earnings and cash flow perspectives. Over the past decade, Samse has demonstrated reliability in its dividend payments, showing growth and stability. Despite a slight decline in net income from €94.87 million to €76.43 million in 2023, its price-to-earnings ratio at 7.9x remains attractive compared to the broader French market average of 16.2x, suggesting it is undervalued relative to peers.
Click here to discover the nuances of Samse with our detailed analytical dividend report.
Our valuation report unveils the possibility Samse's shares may be trading at a discount.
Sodexo
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Sodexo S.A. operates globally, offering food services and facilities management, with a market capitalization of approximately €12.37 billion.
Operations: Sodexo S.A. generates revenue through its operations in Europe (€8.30 billion), North America (€10.74 billion), and the Rest of the World (€4.12 billion).
Dividend Yield: 3.7%
Sodexo's recent financials show a challenging period with a net loss of €74 million, contrasting sharply with the previous year's €440 million net income. Despite this, Sodexo maintains a dividend yield of 3.68%, which is low relative to France's top dividend payers. The dividends seem sustainable, supported by a payout ratio of 63.2% and cash payout ratio of 44%. However, the company has experienced volatility in its dividend payments over the last decade, reflecting an unstable track record in maintaining consistent dividends.
Take a closer look at Sodexo's potential here in our dividend report.
Our valuation report here indicates Sodexo may be overvalued.
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Companies discussed in this article include ENXTPA:BOIENXTPA:SAMS and ENXTPA:SW.
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