European dividend stocks have outperformed in 2025, with high-dividend funds seeing a 10.2% gain.

From Morningstar: 2025-06-25 11:18:00

European dividend stocks have performed well in 2025, with the Morningstar Europe Dividend Yield Focus Index up 12.99% compared to 9.1% for the Morningstar Europe Index. High-dividend European equity funds also saw a 10.2% gain.

Top funds in this category include Allianz European Equity Dividend, BGF European Equity Income, UniDividendenAss, and Fidelity European Dividend, each with over EUR 1 billion in assets.

TotalEnergies is the most commonly held stock among these funds. Other stocks appearing in multiple portfolios include Nestlé, AstraZeneca, and Rio Tinto, with varying weight changes over time. UniCredit is a new addition to the Fidelity European Dividend fund’s top 10 holdings. 1. The stock market experienced a significant drop today, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling by 500 points. This decline was attributed to concerns about rising inflation and interest rates.

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4. The unemployment rate in the United States has dropped to 4.7%, the lowest it has been in over a decade. This is good news for job seekers, as it indicates a strong and growing economy.

5. A new report from the World Health Organization has revealed that air pollution is responsible for 7 million premature deaths worldwide each year. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for countries to take action to improve air quality.



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