The Middle Eastern stock markets have recently experienced mixed performances, influenced by geopolitical tensions such as the failed U.S.-Iran peace talks and subsequent maritime blockade. Despite these challenges, opportunities for investors remain, particularly in dividend stocks that can offer attractive yields even amidst market volatility.
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Name |
Dividend Yield |
Dividend Rating |
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Yeni Gimat Gayrimenkul Yatirim Ortakligi (IBSE:YGGYO) |
3.34% |
★★★★★★ |
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Turkiye Garanti Bankasi (IBSE:GARAN) |
3.16% |
★★★★★☆ |
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National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.) (DFM:NGI) |
7.56% |
★★★★★☆ |
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National Bank of Ras Al-Khaimah (P.S.C.) (ADX:RAKBANK) |
7.64% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Emirates Insurance Company P.J.S.C (ADX:EIC) |
7.89% |
★★★★★★ |
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Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR) |
8.55% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Computer Direct Group (TASE:CMDR) |
12.21% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Arab National Bank (SASE:1080) |
5.91% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT) |
5.21% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi (IBSE:ANSGR) |
3.85% |
★★★★★☆ |
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Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: National Bank of Umm Al-Qaiwain (PSC) provides retail and corporate banking services in the United Arab Emirates, with a market cap of AED5.84 billion.
Operations: National Bank of Umm Al-Qaiwain (PSC) generates revenue primarily from Treasury and Investments, which accounts for AED470.50 million, and Retail and Corporate Banking, contributing AED361.50 million.
Dividend Yield: 6.8%
National Bank of Umm Al-Qaiwain (PSC) offers a compelling dividend yield of 6.85%, placing it in the top 25% of dividend payers in the AE market. Despite this attractive yield, its dividend payments have been volatile over the past decade, and there is insufficient data to assess future coverage by earnings. Recent financials show an increase in net income to AED 580.75 million for 2025, supporting a stable payout ratio of 68.9%.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: National General Insurance Co. (P.J.S.C.) operates in the United Arab Emirates, providing life and general insurance as well as reinsurance services, with a market cap of AED981.45 million.
Operations: National General Insurance Co. (P.J.S.C.) generates its revenue from two main segments: AED992.54 million from insurance and AED103.39 million from investments.
Dividend Yield: 7.6%
National General Insurance Co. (P.J.S.C.) offers a dividend yield of 7.56%, ranking it among the top dividend payers in the AE market. The company’s dividends are well-supported by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 62.3% and 46.1% respectively, ensuring sustainability despite past volatility in payments. Recent earnings report a net income of AED 119.19 million for 2025, slightly down from the previous year, yet supporting a declared annual dividend of AED 0.45 per share.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi operates in the insurance sector in Turkey with a market capitalization of TRY54.52 billion.
Operations: Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi’s revenue is primarily derived from its Motor Vehicles segment at TRY16.69 billion, Sickness/Health at TRY16.95 billion, Motor Vehicles Liability at TRY13.35 billion, and Fire and Natural Disasters at TRY7.56 billion.
Dividend Yield: 3.9%
Anadolu Anonim Türk Sigorta Sirketi’s dividend yield of 3.85% places it in the top 25% of Turkish market payers, supported by a low payout ratio of 17.2%. Despite volatile dividends over the past decade, recent payments have increased, bolstered by strong earnings growth and net income reaching TRY 13.43 billion in 2025. The announced annual dividend is TRY 1.3750 per share, reflecting both an increase and decrease from prior levels due to historical volatility.
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Companies discussed in this article include ADX:NBQ DFM:NGI and IBSE:ANSGR.
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