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Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks To Watch In July 2025

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Amid concerns over U.S. tariffs and weaker oil prices, most Gulf stock markets have experienced declines, reflecting investor apprehension about global economic growth and its impact on the region's energy-dependent economies. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability by providing regular income streams to investors even when market volatility is high.

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Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Saudi National Bank (SASE:1180)5.57%★★★★★☆
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)6.23%★★★★★☆
Riyad Bank (SASE:1010)6.55%★★★★★☆
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK)6.62%★★★★★☆
Emirates NBD Bank PJSC (DFM:EMIRATESNBD)3.88%★★★★★☆
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)6.67%★★★★★☆
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD)5.34%★★★★★☆
Banque Saudi Fransi (SASE:1050)5.79%★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080)6.28%★★★★★☆
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT)6.74%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 77 stocks from our Top Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks screener.

Underneath we present a selection of stocks filtered out by our screen.

Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Emaar Properties PJSC, along with its subsidiaries, operates in property investment, development, and management both in the United Arab Emirates and internationally, with a market capitalization of AED132.58 billion.

Operations: Emaar Properties PJSC generates revenue through its segments of Hospitality (AED2.07 billion), Real Estate (AED29.70 billion), and Leasing, Retail and Related Activities (AED7.11 billion).

Dividend Yield: 6.7%

Emaar Properties PJSC offers a dividend yield of 6.67%, placing it in the top 25% of dividend payers in the AE market. Despite an unstable dividend history, recent earnings growth of 26.1% and a reasonable payout ratio (61.8%) suggest dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows (29.3%). The stock trades at a significant discount to its estimated fair value, presenting potential value for investors seeking income despite past volatility in payments.

DFM:EMAAR Dividend History as at Jul 2025
DFM:EMAAR Dividend History as at Jul 2025

Göltas Göller Bölgesi Cimento Sanayi ve Ticaret (IBSE:GOLTS)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Göltas Göller Bölgesi Cimento Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. operates in the cement industry and has a market capitalization of TRY 6.23 billion.

Operations: Göltas Göller Bölgesi Cimento Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. generates revenue primarily from its Construction and Building Materials segment, amounting to TRY 5.49 billion, and its Energy segment, contributing TRY 469.97 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Göltas Göller Bölgesi Cimento Sanayi ve Ticaret's dividends are covered by earnings with a low payout ratio of 8.2%, but cash flow coverage is tighter at 89.6%. Despite being in the top 25% for dividend yield in Turkey, its dividend history has been volatile and unreliable over the past nine years. Recent earnings have declined significantly, with net income dropping to TRY 6.37 million from TRY 437.1 million year-on-year, raising concerns about future stability.

IBSE:GOLTS Dividend History as at Jul 2025
IBSE:GOLTS Dividend History as at Jul 2025

Osmanli Yatirim Menkul Degerler (IBSE:OSMEN)

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Osmanli Yatirim Menkul Degerler A.S. operates in Turkey's capital markets, offering asset management, custody services, investment consultancy, and online trading platforms with a market cap of TRY4.17 billion.

Operations: Osmanli Yatirim Menkul Degerler A.S. generates revenue primarily from its brokerage services, amounting to TRY7.76 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Osmanli Yatirim Menkul Degerler's dividend payments are supported by a payout ratio of 57.2% and a cash payout ratio of 21.3%, indicating strong coverage by both earnings and cash flows. Although the dividend yield is among the top in Turkey, the company's short three-year history of paying dividends has been marked by volatility and unreliability. Recent financial results show a significant decline in net income to TRY 17.82 million from TRY 122.7 million year-on-year, potentially impacting future payouts.

IBSE:OSMEN Dividend History as at Jul 2025
IBSE:OSMEN Dividend History as at Jul 2025

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About DFM:EMAAR

Emaar Properties PJSC

Engages in the property investment, development, and development management business in the United Arab Emirates and internationally.

Flawless balance sheet, undervalued and pays a dividend.

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