Axfood And 2 Other Strong Dividend Stocks In Sweden
Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating global markets and political uncertainties in Europe, Sweden's market presents an intriguing area for investors seeking stability through dividend stocks. In times of market volatility, dividend-paying stocks are often considered a prudent investment choice due to their potential to provide steady income streams.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In Sweden
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Betsson (OM:BETS B) | 6.11% | ★★★★★☆ |
Zinzino (OM:ZZ B) | 4.23% | ★★★★★☆ |
Loomis (OM:LOOMIS) | 4.40% | ★★★★★☆ |
HEXPOL (OM:HPOL B) | 3.36% | ★★★★★☆ |
Axfood (OM:AXFO) | 3.07% | ★★★★★☆ |
Duni (OM:DUNI) | 4.84% | ★★★★★☆ |
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken (OM:SEB A) | 5.59% | ★★★★★☆ |
Avanza Bank Holding (OM:AZA) | 4.35% | ★★★★★☆ |
Nordea Bank Abp (OM:NDA SE) | 8.08% | ★★★★★☆ |
AB Traction (OM:TRAC B) | 3.99% | ★★★★☆☆ |
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We'll examine a selection from our screener results.
Axfood
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Axfood AB operates primarily in Sweden, focusing on food retail and wholesale, with a market capitalization of approximately SEK 59.84 billion.
Operations: Axfood AB's revenue is primarily generated through its segments: Dagab at SEK 74.94 billion, Willys at SEK 44.54 billion, Home Purchase at SEK 7.57 billion, and Snabbgross at SEK 5.35 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
Axfood's dividend yield of 3.07% is modest compared to Sweden's top dividend payers. However, its dividends have shown stability and growth over the past decade, supported by a payout ratio of 75.1% and a cash payout ratio of 34.8%, indicating that earnings and cash flows adequately cover dividend payments. Recent executive changes, including the appointment of Simone Margulies as CEO, could influence future strategies but have yet to impact financials significantly, as evidenced by solid earnings growth reported in Q1 2024 with sales reaching SEK 20.25 billion and net income at SEK 561 million.
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Husqvarna
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Husqvarna AB (publ) specializes in manufacturing and distributing outdoor power products, watering products, and lawn care equipment, with a market capitalization of approximately SEK 50.22 billion.
Operations: Husqvarna AB's revenue is primarily generated through three segments: Gardena at SEK 13.06 billion, Husqvarna Construction at SEK 8.23 billion, and Husqvarna Forest & Garden at SEK 29.38 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.4%
Husqvarna's recent dividend affirmation at SEK 3.00 per share reflects a modest yield in the context of Sweden's dividend landscape, with payments structured in two installments across the fiscal year. Despite a dip in Q1 2024 sales to SEK 14.72 billion and net income to SEK 1.32 billion, the company maintains a reasonable cash payout ratio of 58.6%, suggesting that current dividends are supported by cash flows. However, the high payout ratio of 92.8% indicates potential pressure on future dividend sustainability amidst ongoing executive transitions and strategic product innovations like battery-powered chainsaws with clutches, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
ITAB Shop Concept
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: ITAB Shop Concept AB specializes in designing solutions and providing customized shop fittings, checkouts, consumer flow solutions, professional lighting systems, and digitally interactive solutions for physical stores, with a market capitalization of approximately SEK 5.31 billion.
Operations: ITAB Shop Concept AB generates its revenue primarily from the Furniture & Fixtures segment, amounting to SEK 6.21 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3%
ITAB Shop Concept AB's dividend sustainability is supported by a payout ratio of 47.9% and a cash payout ratio of 22.2%, indicating that dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows. However, the dividend yield of 3.04% is below the top quartile of Swedish dividend stocks at 4.29%. Despite this, ITAB has shown an ability to increase dividends, as evidenced by the recent announcement on May 15, 2024, setting a dividend at SEK 0.75 per share for the fiscal year 2023.
Summing It All Up
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Companies discussed in this article include OM:AXFOOM:HUSQ BOM:ITAB.
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