The Middle Eastern stock markets have recently faced pressure, with indices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi retreating due to firms trading ex-dividend amid broader global economic challenges. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential for investors seeking reliable returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD)	6.79%	★★★★★★
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)	7.49%	★★★★★☆
National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK)	7.46%	★★★★★☆
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT)	6.62%	★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080)	5.63%	★★★★★☆
Saudi National Bank (SASE:1180)	5.58%	★★★★★☆
Riyad Bank (SASE:1010)	5.46%	★★★★★☆
Saudi Awwal Bank (SASE:1060)	5.33%	★★★★★☆
Saudi Telecom (SASE:7010)	9.26%	★★★★★☆
Nuh Çimento Sanayi (IBSE:NUHCM)	3.38%	★★★★★☆

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC (DFM:CBD)

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

Overview: Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC offers commercial and retail banking services in the United Arab Emirates, with a market capitalization of AED22.30 billion.

Operations: Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC's revenue is primarily derived from Personal Banking (AED2.05 billion), Institutional Banking (AED1.27 billion), and Corporate Banking (AED1.11 billion).

Dividend Yield: 6.8%

Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC offers a compelling dividend profile with a high and reliable yield of 6.79%, placing it in the top 25% of dividend payers in the AE market. The dividends are well-covered by earnings, with a payout ratio currently at 52.3% and forecasted to improve to 40.8% in three years, ensuring sustainability. Despite stable dividend growth over the past decade, investors should note the bank's high level of bad loans (5.3%).

Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi (IBSE:YGGYO)

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

Overview: Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi A.S. operates in the real estate investment sector with a market capitalization of TRY18.63 billion.

Operations: Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi A.S. generates revenue primarily from the Ankamall Shopping Mall (TRY2.04 billion), CP Ankara Hotel (TRY236.89 million), and a smaller contribution from the Energy segment (TRY0.37 million).

Dividend Yield: 4%

Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi offers a competitive dividend yield of 4%, ranking in the top 25% within the TR market. With a payout ratio of 36.3%, dividends are well-covered by earnings, and cash flows support this with a cash payout ratio of 68%. Although dividends have been stable and growing over nine years, recent financial results show a net loss of TRY 523.73 million, contrasting significantly with last year's profit.

Riyadh Cement (SASE:3092)

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

Overview: Riyadh Cement Company produces and sells cement across several Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman; it has a market cap of SAR4.40 billion.

Operations: Riyadh Cement Company's revenue from cement manufacturing is SAR789.40 million.

Dividend Yield: 6.1%

Riyadh Cement's dividend yield of 6.13% places it among the top 25% of dividend payers in the Saudi market, supported by a payout ratio of 87%. Despite recent earnings growth to SAR 310.44 million, dividends have been volatile with a history of annual drops over 20%. The stock trades at a favorable P/E ratio of 14.2x compared to the broader market, but its short four-year dividend track record shows inconsistency and unreliability.

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