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Top Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks To Watch In July 2025

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As the Middle Eastern markets navigate fluctuating oil prices and geopolitical developments, Abu Dhabi's index has shown resilience with gains driven by a surge in oil, while Dubai faces profit-taking pressures. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option to consider amidst the current market conditions.

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Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Saudi National Bank (SASE:1180)5.52%★★★★★☆
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)6.08%★★★★★☆
Riyad Bank (SASE:1010)6.45%★★★★★☆
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK)6.42%★★★★★☆
Emirates NBD Bank PJSC (DFM:EMIRATESNBD)3.73%★★★★★☆
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)6.64%★★★★★☆
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD)5.27%★★★★★☆
Banque Saudi Fransi (SASE:1050)5.73%★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080)6.22%★★★★★☆
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT)6.97%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 75 stocks from our Top Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.

Al Maather Reit Fund (SASE:4334)

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

Overview: Al Maather Reit Fund is a real estate investment fund with a market cap of SAR561.54 million.

Operations: Al Maather Reit Fund generates revenue from several segments, including Offices (SAR18.45 million), Hotel Suites (SAR12.61 million), Galleries (SAR11.02 million), Hospitals (SAR8.16 million), Schools (SAR6.24 million), and Warehouses (SAR6.13 million).

Dividend Yield: 7.3%

Al Maather Reit Fund offers a compelling dividend yield of 7.3%, placing it among the top 25% of dividend payers in the Saudi Arabian market. Despite being undervalued at 59.5% below its estimated fair value, its dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 70.8% and 73.1%, respectively. However, investors should note the fund's unstable dividend history over seven years, marked by volatility and large one-off financial impacts.

SASE:4334 Dividend History as at Jul 2025
SASE:4334 Dividend History as at Jul 2025

Arad (TASE:ARD)

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

Overview: Arad Ltd. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells water systems in Israel and internationally, with a market cap of ₪1.28 billion.

Operations: Arad Ltd. generates revenue from its Electronic Test & Measurement Instruments segment, which amounts to $399.46 million.

Dividend Yield: 3%

Arad Ltd. has shown volatility in its dividend payments over the past decade, despite a recent increase. The dividends are well-supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 46.6% and 31.3%, respectively, but remain low compared to top-tier payers in the IL market. Recent earnings for Q1 2025 showed modest growth in sales and net income, possibly indicating financial stability ahead of its upcoming dividend payment of $0.465 per share on May 27, 2025.

TASE:ARD Dividend History as at Jul 2025
TASE:ARD Dividend History as at Jul 2025

Castro Model (TASE:CAST)

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

Overview: Castro Model Ltd. operates in Israel, focusing on the retail sale of fashion products, home fashion, accessories and cosmetics, with a market cap of ₪12 billion.

Operations: Castro Model Ltd. generates revenue from its segments in Israel as follows: Apparel Fashions at ₪1.47 billion, Fashion Accessories at ₪551.33 million, and Care and Cosmetics at ₪81.42 million.

Dividend Yield: 5%

Castro Model's dividend payments, though increasing over the past decade, have been unreliable and volatile. With a payout ratio of 44.2% and cash payout ratio of 50%, dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows. However, its 5% yield is below the top-tier IL market payers. Recent Q1 2025 earnings showed sales growth to ILS 470.57 million but a decline in net income to ILS 1.42 million, reflecting potential financial challenges impacting dividend sustainability.

TASE:CAST Dividend History as at Jul 2025
TASE:CAST Dividend History as at Jul 2025

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