19-03-2025
Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks To Consider In March 2025
As regional tensions weigh on most Gulf markets, with indices like Saudi Arabia's benchmark and Dubai's main share index experiencing declines, investors are keenly observing the impact of geopolitical developments on market stability. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks that offer a stable income stream can be an attractive strategy for those looking to navigate uncertain times while benefiting from potential long-term value.
Name
Dividend Yield
Dividend Rating
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD)
6.81%
★★★★★★
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)
7.49%
★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080)
5.86%
★★★★★☆
Delek Group (TASE:DLEKG)
8.78%
★★★★★☆
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK)
7.35%
★★★★★☆
Saudi National Bank (SASE:1180)
5.68%
★★★★★☆
Riyad Bank (SASE:1010)
5.88%
★★★★★☆
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)
5.57%
★★★★★☆
Emirates NBD Bank PJSC (DFM:EMIRATESNBD)
4.95%
★★★★★☆
Saudi Telecom (SASE:7010)
9.55%
★★★★★☆
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Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Agthia Group PJSC operates in the food and beverage industry, producing and selling products both in the United Arab Emirates and internationally, with a market cap of AED3.69 billion.
Operations: Agthia Group PJSC's revenue is derived from its Consumer Business Division, which includes Snacks (AED1.31 billion), Protein and FV (AED1.04 billion), and Water and Food (AED1.05 billion), as well as its Agri Business Division focused on Flour and Animal Feed (AED1.27 billion).
Dividend Yield: 4.2%
Agthia Group PJSC offers a mixed dividend profile with recent growth in payouts, proposing a 19% increase to AED 175 million for 2024. However, dividends have been volatile over the past decade. The company's payout ratios are sustainable at 52.7% of earnings and 33.7% of cash flows, indicating strong coverage. Despite trading below fair value estimates and analysts predicting price increases, its dividend yield remains lower than top-tier payers in the AE market at 4.22%.
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Our valuation report unveils the possibility Agthia Group PJSC's shares may be trading at a discount.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company, along with its subsidiaries, is involved in the production and distribution of dairy products, beverages, and various foodstuffs across Saudi Arabia, Poland, and other Gulf and Arab countries, with a market cap of SAR10 billion.
Operations: Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company generates revenue through its core segments of dairy products, beverages, and various foodstuffs across multiple regions.
Dividend Yield: 3.8%
Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff's dividend yield of 3.83% is below the top quartile in Saudi Arabia, and while dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, they are not well covered by earnings due to a high payout ratio of 136.7%. The company's cash payout ratio stands at 81.6%, suggesting coverage by cash flows but raising sustainability concerns. Despite trading below fair value, analysts expect a price increase of 22.8%.
Get an in-depth perspective on Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff's performance by reading our dividend report here.
Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff shares in the market.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd, with a market cap of ₪1.21 billion, operates in Israel through its subsidiaries to offer a range of insurance products.
Operations: Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd's revenue primarily comes from its General Insurance segments, including Automobile Property Insurance at ₪679.72 million, Other Liabilities Divisions at ₪895.78 million, Compulsory Vehicle Insurance at ₪295.79 million, and Property Branches and Others at ₪273.40 million, along with Health insurance contributing ₪597.48 million.
Dividend Yield: 9.9%
Ayalon Insurance's dividend yield of 9.93% ranks in the top 25% of Israeli market payers, supported by a low payout ratio of 28.2%, indicating strong coverage by earnings and cash flows (36.2%). However, dividends are new and lack a track record for stability or growth. Recent events include Wesure Global Tech selling a minority stake for ILS 55 million, reducing its holding to around 70.17%. Ayalon trades at a discount to estimated fair value.
Take a closer look at Ayalon Insurance's potential here in our dividend report.
In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Ayalon Insurance is trading behind its estimated value.
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Companies discussed in this article include ADX:AGTHIA SASE:2270 and TASE:AYAL.
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