Top Dividend Stocks on the Helsinki Exchange
The spring dividend season on the Helsinki Stock Exchange is over for this year, providing a good opportunity to look ahead and select strong companies for your portfolio for the coming year. In this overview, we analyze four Finnish companies, focusing on their dividend yield, business growth, and stability. Since this analysis is prepared in June 2026, the ex-dividend dates (the cut-off date after which buying means you miss the dividend) for these companies this year have already passed, and we expect the next payments in the spring of 2027.
Tieto is a strong IT company with a dividend yield of 3.51%. The company's operating profit grew by an impressive +73.5% in the last quarter, showing very successful cost-cutting and increased efficiency. Although sales revenue fell slightly, management has managed to significantly improve profitability.
Tieto's dividend payment history is consistent and reliable. The company's next expected ex-date is 25. March 2027. In addition, the stock is supported by positive news of the sale of two business units for 95 million euros, which further strengthens the company's financial position.
Kesko offers investors a stable 2.22% dividend yield. The company's operating profit showed strong growth of +32.3%, driven mainly by successful expansions and acquisitions in the Danish construction market. This shows that Kesko is able to successfully grow its business outside its home market as well.
A cooling down is currently being felt in the retail sector, which has made investors somewhat cautious and put pressure on the stock price. Despite this, Kesko's dividend payments have been regular. The next expected ex-date is 27. March 2027.
Bittium stands out for its very fast growth, rather than a high dividend. The company's dividend yield is only 0.30%, but operating profit grew by an impressive +156.7%. The main engine of growth is the defense and security sector, where sales revenue has almost doubled over the year.
As the company is investing heavily in growth, the proportion of dividends is small, but the payment history is consistent. The next expected ex-date is 23. April 2027. Bittium's position is also strengthened by its recent participation in NATO cyber exercises, which increases the company's credibility in the eyes of large clients.
Although Pihlajalinna offers a high dividend yield of 3.57%, the company's business results are a cause for concern. In the last quarter, operating profit fell by -41.8% and sales revenue decreased by -17.3%. The decline is mainly due to the loss of public sector contracts and the sale of welfare units.
The company's dividend payment history has been irregular, which adds risk for investors. The next expected ex-date is 1. April 2027. Given the weak financial results and the downward trend in the stock price, investors should be very cautious about this company.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Helsinki Stock Exchange offers a variety of opportunities. Tieto is currently the strongest choice, offering a good balance between a high dividend and improving profitability. Kesko is a stable choice in retail, while Bittium is better suited for growth seekers. However, Pihlajalinna's high yield hides significant business risks, so caution is advised there.
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