As Middle Eastern markets navigate mixed outcomes amid ongoing tariff concerns and economic uncertainties, investors are closely watching regional indices for signs of stability. In such a fluctuating environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of reliability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking steady returns amidst market volatility.
Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR) | 8.23% | ★★★★★☆ |
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK) | 7.85% | ★★★★★☆ |
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT) | 6.80% | ★★★★★☆ |
Saudi National Bank (SASE:1180) | 5.87% | ★★★★★☆ |
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080) | 5.80% | ★★★★★☆ |
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060) | 5.86% | ★★★★★☆ |
Emirates NBD Bank PJSC (DFM:EMIRATESNBD) | 5.18% | ★★★★★☆ |
Saudi Telecom (SASE:7010) | 8.99% | ★★★★★☆ |
Nuh Çimento Sanayi (IBSE:NUHCM) | 3.43% | ★★★★★☆ |
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD) | 6.59% | ★★★★★☆ |
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Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Agthia Group PJSC operates in the food and beverage industry, producing and selling its products both in the United Arab Emirates and internationally, with a market cap of AED3.49 billion.
Operations: Agthia Group PJSC's revenue segments include AED1.52 billion from the Consumer Business Division - Snacks, AED1.02 billion from Consumer Business Division - Protein and FV, AED1.17 billion from Consumer Business Division - Water and Food, and AED1.37 billion from the Agri Business Division - Flour and Animal Feed.
Dividend Yield: 4.5%
Agthia Group PJSC's dividend payments are well-supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 52.7% and 33.7%, respectively, indicating sustainability despite a volatile dividend history over the past decade. Recent developments include a proposed 19% increase in dividends for 2024, highlighting commitment to shareholder returns. The company is trading at a discount to its estimated fair value, though its yield of 4.46% is below top-tier market peers in the AE region (6.84%).
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Menora Mivtachim Holdings Ltd, with a market cap of ₪11.95 billion, operates in the insurance and finance sectors in Israel through its subsidiaries.
Operations: Menora Mivtachim Holdings Ltd generates revenue from various segments including Life Insurance and Long Term Savings - Life Insurance (₪6.67 billion), Health Insurance (₪2.29 billion), General Insurance - Automobile Property Insurance (₪1.91 billion), General Insurance - Compulsory Vehicle Insurance (₪1.04 billion), Life Insurance and Long Term Savings - Pension (₪779.05 million), Life Insurance and Long Term Savings - Provident (₪618.68 million), General Insurance - Property Divisions and Others (₪442.18 million), and General Insurance - Other Liabilities Divisions (₪357.03 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.7%
Menora Mivtachim Holdings' dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 40.2% and 32%, respectively, suggesting sustainability despite a history of volatility. The company reported significant earnings growth for 2024, enhancing its financial position. Recently added to the FTSE All-World Index, Menora's dividend yield of 3.65% is modest compared to top-tier Israeli payers (6.34%). Its price-to-earnings ratio (11.1x) suggests relative undervaluation in the market.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Rimoni Industries Ltd. specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacture of molds and precise injection molding for various sectors including medical, automotive, agricultural, high-tech, and consumer industries in Israel with a market cap of ₪373.97 million.
Operations: Rimoni Industries Ltd. generates revenue through its operations in designing and manufacturing molds, as well as precise injection molding and assemblies for the medical, automotive, agricultural, high-tech, and consumer industries in Israel.
Dividend Yield: 6.6%
Rimoni Industries' dividend yield of 6.63% ranks in the top 25% of Israeli payers, yet its dividends have been volatile and are not well-covered by earnings, with a payout ratio at 99.1%. Despite trading at a discount to fair value, recent earnings show a decline in sales to ILS 182.97 million from ILS 213.11 million, impacting dividend sustainability. The cash payout ratio is reasonable at 53.3%, indicating coverage by cash flows but not overall financial stability for dividends.
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Companies discussed in this article include ADX:AGTHIA TASE:MMHD and TASE:RIMO.
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