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Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks Featuring Dubai Refreshment (P.J.S.C.) And 2 More

Amidst rising hopes for a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut, most Gulf markets have recently seen positive momentum, with Dubai's main share index advancing by 1.1%. In this context of optimistic market sentiment, dividend stocks in the Middle East offer investors potential income stability and growth opportunities, making them an attractive consideration in today's economic landscape.

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Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi (IBSE:YGGYO)5.10%★★★★★☆
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)6.29%★★★★★☆
Riyad Bank (SASE:1010)6.60%★★★★★☆
National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.) (DFM:NGI)7.76%★★★★★☆
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK)6.42%★★★★★☆
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)7.19%★★★★★☆
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD)5.35%★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080)5.69%★★★★★☆
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT)5.95%★★★★★☆
Al Wathba National Insurance Company PJSC (ADX:AWNIC)6.54%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 64 stocks from our Top Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Dubai Refreshment (P.J.S.C.) (DFM:DRC)

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

Overview: Dubai Refreshment (P.J.S.C.) is involved in bottling and selling Pepsi Cola International products both in the United Arab Emirates and internationally, with a market cap of AED1.96 billion.

Operations: Dubai Refreshment (P.J.S.C.) generates revenue of AED869.04 million from its Soft Drinks & Related Beverage Products segment.

Dividend Yield: 4.6%

Dubai Refreshment (P.J.S.C.) has shown robust earnings growth, with Q3 2025 net income rising to AED 47.48 million from AED 35.57 million a year ago. Despite this, its dividend yield of 4.59% lags behind top-tier payers in the AE market. While dividends are supported by earnings and cash flows, the company's dividend history is marked by volatility and unreliability over the past decade, raising concerns about sustainability despite recent increases.

DFM:DRC Dividend History as at Nov 2025
DFM:DRC Dividend History as at Nov 2025

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 cap of AED122.86 billion.

Operations: Emaar Properties PJSC generates revenue from various segments including Hospitality (AED2.22 billion), Real Estate (AED35.14 billion), and Leasing, Retail and Related Activities (AED7.46 billion).

Dividend Yield: 7.2%

Emaar Properties PJSC's dividends, though among the top 25% in the AE market with a 7.19% yield, have been volatile and unreliable over the past decade. Despite this instability, dividends are well-covered by earnings (53.4% payout ratio) and cash flows (29% cash payout ratio). Recent earnings growth is strong, with Q3 net income rising to AED 4.37 billion from AED 3.18 billion last year, suggesting potential for future dividend stability if maintained.

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

Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff (SASE:2270)

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

Overview: Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company, along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the production and distribution of dairy products, beverages, and various foodstuffs across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Poland, and other Gulf and Arab countries, with a market cap of SAR8.16 billion.

Operations: The revenue segments for Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company encompass the production and distribution of dairy products, beverages, and various foodstuffs across its operational regions.

Dividend Yield: 7.1%

Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff offers a compelling dividend yield of 7.06%, ranking in the top 25% within the Saudi market. Despite this, its dividends are not well covered by free cash flows, with a high cash payout ratio of 210.5%. However, dividends have been stable and reliable over the past decade. Recent earnings growth is robust; Q3 net income increased to SAR 184.53 million from SAR 137.5 million last year, supporting potential future payouts.

SASE:2270 Dividend History as at Nov 2025
SASE:2270 Dividend History as at Nov 2025

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