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3 Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks With Up To 6.6% Yield

IBSE:VAKKO
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Amidst the backdrop of Gulf bourses experiencing significant declines due to recession fears sparked by US tariffs, investors are increasingly focusing on stable income sources like dividend stocks. In such volatile market conditions, a good dividend stock can offer a reliable yield and act as a buffer against market turbulence.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD)6.84%★★★★★★
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)8.44%★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080)6.21%★★★★★☆
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK)7.69%★★★★★☆
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT)6.62%★★★★★☆
Saudi National Bank (SASE:1180)6.10%★★★★★☆
Riyad Bank (SASE:1010)6.12%★★★★★☆
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)5.97%★★★★★☆
Saudi Telecom (SASE:7010)9.56%★★★★★☆
Nuh Çimento Sanayi (IBSE:NUHCM)3.50%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 67 stocks from our Top Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks screener.

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Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT)

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

Overview: Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi offers individual and group insurance and reinsurance services in life, retirement, and personal accident sectors in Turkey with a market cap of TRY37.78 billion.

Operations: Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi generates revenue primarily from its Life segment at TRY16.10 billion and Retirement segment at TRY3.73 billion, with minimal contribution from Non-Life services.

Dividend Yield: 6.6%

Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi offers a compelling dividend profile with a payout ratio of 58.1% and cash payout ratio of 49.8%, indicating dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows. Despite a volatile dividend history, recent increases highlight potential growth, supported by strong earnings performance (TRY 4.31 billion in 2024). The stock's price-to-earnings ratio (8.8x) suggests good value compared to the TR market average, while its dividend yield (6.62%) ranks in the top quartile regionally.

IBSE:ANHYT Dividend History as at Apr 2025
IBSE:ANHYT Dividend History as at Apr 2025

Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi (IBSE:ANSGR)

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

Overview: Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi provides non-life insurance products in Turkey and has a market cap of TRY47 billion.

Operations: Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi's revenue is primarily derived from its non-life insurance segments, including Motor Vehicles (TRY13.67 billion), Disease/Health (TRY8.49 billion), Motor Vehicles Liability (TRY8.69 billion), and Fire and Natural Disasters (TRY4.78 billion).

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi maintains a strong dividend position with a low payout ratio of 18.2% and cash payout ratio of 33.9%, ensuring dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows. Despite past volatility, dividends have grown over the last decade, with the current yield (4.47%) in the top 25% regionally. Recent earnings show significant growth, enhancing its appeal as a dividend stock, though historical reliability remains a concern.

IBSE:ANSGR Dividend History as at Apr 2025
IBSE:ANSGR Dividend History as at Apr 2025

Vakko Tekstil ve Hazir Giyim Sanayi Isletmeleri (IBSE:VAKKO)

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

Overview: Vakko Tekstil ve Hazir Giyim Sanayi Isletmeleri operates in the textile and ready-to-wear clothing industry with a market capitalization of TRY11.48 billion.

Operations: Vakko Tekstil ve Hazir Giyim Sanayi Isletmeleri generates revenue primarily from its Apparel segment, which amounts to TRY14.86 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Vakko Tekstil ve Hazir Giyim Sanayi Isletmeleri offers a compelling dividend profile with a payout ratio of 30.5% and cash payout ratio of 18.4%, indicating dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows. Despite only four years of dividend payments, recent increases to TRY 4 per share highlight growth potential. However, the company's net income has declined significantly from TRY 2.81 billion to TRY 806.49 million, affecting profit margins and overall financial stability.

IBSE:VAKKO Dividend History as at Apr 2025
IBSE:VAKKO Dividend History as at Apr 2025

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