Middle Eastern Dividend Stocks Including Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC For Your Portfolio
In the current landscape, Middle Eastern stock markets are navigating a complex environment marked by geopolitical tensions and fluctuating energy prices, leading to mixed performances across the Gulf region. Amidst this backdrop, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential for investors seeking to mitigate volatility while benefiting from steady cash flows.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The Middle East
Name
Dividend Yield
Dividend Rating
Turkiye Garanti Bankasi (IBSE:GARAN)
3.26%
★★★★★☆
Saudi Investment Bank (SASE:1030)
5.97%
★★★★★☆
National General Insurance (P.J.S.C.) (DFM:NGI)
8.18%
★★★★★☆
Matrix IT (TASE:MTRX)
3.93%
★★★★★☆
Emirates Insurance Company P.J.S.C (ADX:EIC)
7.89%
★★★★★★
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM:EMAAR)
7.99%
★★★★★☆
Dubai Insurance Company (P.S.C.) (DFM:DIN)
5.88%
★★★★★☆
Computer Direct Group (TASE:CMDR)
5.44%
★★★★★☆
Arab National Bank (SASE:1080)
5.91%
★★★★★☆
Anadolu Hayat Emeklilik Anonim Sirketi (IBSE:ANHYT)
Let’s explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC offers a range of banking products and services both in the United Arab Emirates and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately AED109.74 billion.
Operations: Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC’s revenue is primarily derived from its Corporate and Investment Banking segment at AED9.39 billion, followed by Investments and Treasury at AED5.65 billion, and Retail Banking at AED5.33 billion.
Dividend Yield: 4.5%
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC demonstrates a mixed profile for dividend investors. Recent earnings show strong performance, with net income rising to AED 3.36 billion in Q1 2026, reflecting a solid financial footing. Despite this, the bank’s dividend history is volatile and below top-tier yields in the AE market at 4.53%. However, its dividends are well covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 40.5%, suggesting sustainability despite past inconsistencies.
ADX:ADCB Dividend History as at Apr 2026
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Emirates Driving Company P.J.S.C., along with its subsidiaries, specializes in managing and developing motor vehicle driving training in the United Arab Emirates, with a market cap of AED3.31 billion.
Operations: Emirates Driving Company P.J.S.C. generates revenue primarily from its Car and Other Related Services segment, which amounts to AED770.49 million.
Dividend Yield: 6.5%
Emirates Driving Company P.J.S.C. offers a moderate dividend profile, with dividends well-covered by earnings and cash flows, indicated by payout ratios of 64.7% and 66.8%, respectively. However, the dividend history is volatile over the past decade. The company reported strong financial results for 2025 with net income rising to AED 332.97 million, but its dividend yield of 6.51% falls short compared to top payers in the AE market.
ADX:DRIVE Dividend History as at Apr 2026
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Shufersal Ltd. operates a chain of supermarkets under the Shufersal brand name in Israel, with a market cap of ₪11.99 billion.
Operations: Shufersal Ltd. generates revenue through its chain of supermarkets across Israel.
Dividend Yield: 3%
Shufersal’s dividend strategy is supported by a low cash payout ratio of 23.4%, indicating strong coverage by free cash flows, while its earnings payout ratio stands at 81.3%. Despite an unstable dividend track record over the past decade, payments have grown during this period. Recent financial results show net income increased to ILS 711 million for 2025, although sales declined to ILS 14.49 billion from the previous year’s ILS 15.64 billion, reflecting mixed performance trends.
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Companies discussed in this article include ADX:ADCB ADX:DRIVE and TASE:SAE.
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