Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Telecom Company (STC) will distribute SAR 2.744 billion in cash dividends for Q2 2025, paying SAR 0.55 per share under its three-year dividend policy, which began in Q4 2024.

  • Eligible shares: ~4.99 billion (excluding ~10.206 million treasury shares reserved for employee incentives)
  • Record date: July 30, 2025
  • Payment date: August 19, 2025

STC Q2 2025 Dividend: SAR 0.55 Per Share, SAR 2.74B Total Payout

Under the policy, STC commits to quarterly payments of SAR 0.55 per share through Q3 2027. Special dividends may be issued depending on cash flow, investments, and strategic needs.

What This Means for Investors

  • Reliable income: The dividend policy ensures consistent quarterly payouts.
  • Strong yield: At SAR 0.55 per share, the stock offers approximately a 5.5% yield — an attractive return for telecom holdings.
  • Forward visibility: The three-year framework provides clear guidance on expected returns.
  • Clean equity structure: Excluding treasury shares under employee incentive programs ensures fair shareholder distribution.

 

 

THE SAUDI STANDARD’S VIEW: STC Dividend Affirms Predictability and Capital Discipline

STC’s STC Q2 2025 dividend of SAR 2.744 billion—delivered at SAR 0.55 per share—demonstrates the company’s disciplined approach to capital returns. As a national digital champion, STC strikes a balance between consistent shareholder payouts and continued investment in future networks and digital services.

  • Cash strength: Covering around 4.99 billion eligible shares underscores STC’s ability to generate strong cash flow while sustaining infrastructure investment.
  • Institutional clarity: The fixed quarterly dividend aligns with global best practices in financial transparency, helping boost investor trust in Tadawul-listed equities.
  • Governance and fairness: Excluding the 10.206 million treasury shares allocated for employee incentives reflects high standards of governance and aligns with strategic talent retention goals.
  • Market signal: STC’s consistent payouts set a benchmark for dividend discipline across Saudi corporates. This supports Vision 2030’s goal of establishing a reliable and performance-driven investment environment.

Overall, STC’s dividend continuity confirms that major national digital providers can deliver both infrastructure leadership and predictable investor value. As Saudi Arabia accelerates its digital economy, STC’s financial strategy underpins broader goals of economic stability and competitiveness.

 

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