Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks To Watch In December 2025

As Gulf markets experience gains driven by expectations of further Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, investors are closely monitoring how these monetary policy shifts impact the region's economy, particularly with subdued oil prices affecting overall sentiment. In this climate, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking to navigate the current market dynamics.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi (IBSE:YGGYO)	5.61%	★★★★★★
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)	6.19%	★★★★★☆
Riyad Bank (SASE:1010)	6.47%	★★★★★☆
National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.) (DFM:NGI)	7.63%	★★★★★☆
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)	6.99%	★★★★★☆
Computer Direct Group (TASE:CMDR)	7.61%	★★★★★☆
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD)	5.39%	★★★★★☆
Banque Saudi Fransi (SASE:1050)	6.48%	★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080)	6.10%	★★★★★☆
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT)	5.54%	★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 61 stocks from our Top Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Emirates NBD Bank PJSC (DFM:EMIRATESNBD)

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

Overview: Emirates NBD Bank PJSC, along with its subsidiaries, offers a range of corporate, institutional, retail, treasury, and Islamic banking services and has a market capitalization of AED181.29 billion.

Operations: Emirates NBD Bank PJSC's revenue segments include AED18.12 billion from Retail Banking and Wealth Management, AED12.75 billion from Deniz Bank, AED8.55 billion from Corporate and Institutional Banking, and AED2.52 billion from Global Markets and Treasury.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Emirates NBD Bank PJSC offers a stable and growing dividend history, with payments increasing over the past decade. The bank's dividends are well covered by earnings, maintaining a low payout ratio of 28.2%, suggesting sustainability. However, its dividend yield of 3.48% is lower than the top quartile in the UAE market. While trading at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio compared to peers, potential investors should note its high level of non-performing loans at 2.4%.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Emirates NBD Bank PJSC's dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Emirates NBD Bank PJSC is trading behind its estimated value.

Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi (IBSE:ANSGR)

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

Overview: Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi operates in the insurance sector within Turkey and has a market capitalization of TRY46.64 billion.

Operations: Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi's revenue segments include Motor Vehicles at TRY15.85 billion, Sickness/Health at TRY14.74 billion, Motor Vehicles Liability at TRY11.46 billion, and Fire and Natural Disasters at TRY6.56 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.5%

Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi's dividend yield of 4.5% ranks among the top in Turkey, yet its dividends have been inconsistent over the past decade. Despite a low payout ratio of 17.2%, indicating earnings coverage, dividends are not supported by free cash flow, raising sustainability concerns. The company's recent earnings growth and undervaluation suggest potential for capital appreciation but highlight the need for cautious consideration of its volatile dividend history.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi's current price could be quite moderate.

Saudi Networkers Services (SASE:9543)

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

Overview: Saudi Networkers Services Company operates in the implementation, establishment, maintenance, operation, installation, and management of telecommunication networks in Saudi Arabia and Algeria with a market cap of SAR432 million.

Operations: Saudi Networkers Services Company generates revenue from its Computer Services segment, amounting to SAR586.10 million.

Dividend Yield: 6%

Saudi Networkers Services offers an attractive dividend yield of 6.04%, placing it in the top 25% of Saudi Arabian dividend payers. The company has maintained stable dividends, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 72.5%, indicating coverage by both earnings and cash flows. However, with only three years of dividend history, potential investors should weigh its short track record against the company's commitment to sustaining payouts amidst recent board restructuring aimed at strengthening governance.

• Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Saudi Networkers Services stock in this dividend report.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Saudi Networkers Services is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

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