Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks Featuring Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC

Simply Wall St · 2d ago

As Gulf bourses experience a downturn amid anticipation of U.S. inflation data and potential shifts in Federal Reserve policy, investors in the Middle East are closely monitoring market movements. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking to navigate uncertain market conditions.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East

Name Dividend Yield Dividend Rating
Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi (IBSE:YGGYO) 5.63% ★★★★★★
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060) 6.25% ★★★★★☆
Riyad Bank (SASE:1010) 6.81% ★★★★★☆
National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.) (DFM:NGI) 7.76% ★★★★★☆
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK) 6.41% ★★★★★☆
Göltas Göller Bölgesi Cimento Sanayi ve Ticaret (IBSE:GOLTS) 3.51% ★★★★★☆
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR) 7.04% ★★★★★☆
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD) 5.30% ★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080) 6.12% ★★★★★☆
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT) 5.63% ★★★★★☆

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

Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC (ADX:ADCB)

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

Overview: Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC, along with its subsidiaries, offers a range of banking products and services both in the United Arab Emirates and internationally, with a market capitalization of AED 105.09 billion.

Operations: Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC generates revenue through its Retail Banking (AED 5.10 billion), Investments and Treasury (AED 5.10 billion), and Corporate and Investment Banking (AED 8.65 billion) segments.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC's recent earnings report shows strong financial performance, with net income increasing to AED 3.09 billion in Q3 2025. Despite a history of volatile dividends, the current payout ratio of 42.8% indicates dividends are well covered by earnings. However, its dividend yield is lower than the top quartile in the AE market at 4.11%. The bank's price-to-earnings ratio is favorable compared to the market average, suggesting potential value for investors seeking dividend stability and growth prospects.

ADX:ADCB Dividend History as at Dec 2025
ADX:ADCB Dividend History as at Dec 2025

Ford Otomotiv Sanayi (IBSE:FROTO)

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

Overview: Ford Otomotiv Sanayi A.S. is involved in the manufacture, assembly, import, export, and sale of motor vehicles and spare parts in Turkey with a market cap of TRY341.26 billion.

Operations: Ford Otomotiv Sanayi's revenue is primarily derived from its operations in manufacturing, assembly, import, and sale of motor vehicles and spare parts, totaling TRY637.96 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Ford Otomotiv Sanayi's recent earnings report indicates a decline in net income, impacting dividend sustainability. Despite a high payout ratio of 100.8%, dividends are well covered by cash flows due to a low cash payout ratio of 21.6%. The company's dividend yield is among the top quartile in the Turkish market at 3.22%, though historical volatility raises concerns about reliability. Trading at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio suggests potential value amidst financial challenges and high debt levels.

IBSE:FROTO Dividend History as at Dec 2025
IBSE:FROTO Dividend History as at Dec 2025

Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)

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

Overview: Saudi Awwal Bank, along with its subsidiaries, offers banking and financial services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a market capitalization of SAR65.75 billion.

Operations: Saudi Awwal Bank's revenue segments include Treasury at SAR2.18 billion, Capital Markets at SAR468.15 million, Wealth & Personal Banking at SAR4.04 billion, and Corporate and Institutional Banking at SAR7.21 billion.

Dividend Yield: 6.2%

Saudi Awwal Bank's dividend yield of 6.25% ranks it in the top quartile of Saudi Arabian payers, but its historical volatility and unreliable track record raise concerns. The bank's dividends are currently covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 50.9%, and forecasts suggest this coverage will continue at 51.5%. Trading below market P/E ratios indicates potential value, supported by strong earnings growth over five years and recent net income increases to SAR 2.14 billion for Q3 2025.

SASE:1060 Dividend History as at Dec 2025
SASE:1060 Dividend History as at Dec 2025

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