In the midst of mixed performances across Gulf equities, driven by uncertainties surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and fluctuating oil prices, investors are closely monitoring developments in Middle Eastern markets. Amid these dynamics, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive consideration for those navigating the current economic landscape.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi (IBSE:YGGYO) | 3.25% | ★★★★★★ |
| National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.) (DFM:NGI) | 7.53% | ★★★★★☆ |
| National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK) | 7.47% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Matrix IT (TASE:MTRX) | 3.76% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Emirates Insurance Company P.J.S.C (ADX:EIC) | 7.89% | ★★★★★★ |
| Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR) | 7.79% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Computer Direct Group (TASE:CMDR) | 5.48% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Arab National Bank (SASE:1080) | 5.78% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT) | 5.11% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi (IBSE:ANSGR) | 3.71% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 54 stocks from our Top Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks screener.
Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Dubai Refreshment (P.J.S.C.) is a food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company operating in the United Arab Emirates and internationally, with a market cap of AED1.82 billion.
Operations: Dubai Refreshment (P.J.S.C.) generates revenue primarily from its Soft Drinks & Related Beverage Products segment, amounting to AED877.20 million.
Dividend Yield: 5.4%
Dubai Refreshment (P.J.S.C.) offers a moderate dividend yield of 5.43%, which is below the top quartile in the UAE market. The company’s dividends are covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 64.8% and 69.1% respectively, suggesting sustainability despite a volatile track record over the past decade. Recent financials show growth in net income to AED 157.87 million for 2025, supporting its dividend payments amidst an illiquid share environment.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi offers private pension and life insurance products in Turkey with a market cap of TRY48.93 billion.
Operations: Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi’s revenue is primarily derived from its Life segment at TRY29.43 billion, followed by the Retirement segment at TRY8.77 billion, and a smaller contribution from the Non-Life segment at TRY11.04 million.
Dividend Yield: 5.1%
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi offers a dividend yield of 5.11%, ranking in the top 25% of the Turkish market. Despite an unstable dividend history, its payments are well covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 40.6% and 27%, respectively. The company announced an annual dividend increase to TRY 8.14 per share for March 2026, supported by robust earnings growth to TRY 5,994.21 million in 2025 from TRY 4,305.8 million previously.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Arad Ltd. is a company that, along with its subsidiaries, specializes in planning, developing, manufacturing, and selling water measurement and management products and solutions globally, with a market cap of ₪1.08 billion.
Operations: Arad Ltd. generates its revenue primarily from its Electronic Test & Measurement Instruments segment, which accounted for $420.76 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.2%
Arad Ltd. has a history of volatile dividend payments, yet they are well supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 39.4% and 63.5%, respectively. The company’s price-to-earnings ratio of 12.5x is below the IL market average, suggesting potential value for investors despite its lower dividend yield of 3.16%. Recent earnings growth to US$29.22 million in 2025 from US$24.29 million supports its dividend sustainability prospects.
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