Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — United Electronics Company (eXtra) unveiled a SAR 160 million cash dividend for the first half of 2025, according to a Tadawul filing. The payout equates to SAR 2 per share—20% of the nominal share value.

Key Dividend Details & Eligibility

  • Eligibility date: Shareholders recorded by the close of trading on Sunday, August 3, 2025, will qualify.
  • Register requirement: Eligible holders must appear in the EDAA register by the end of the second trading day after eligibility.
  • Total payout: SAR 160 million across 80 million eligible shares.
  • Payment date: Thursday, August 14, 2025.
  • Distribution method: Funds will be deposited via Al Rajhi Bank into EDAA-linked investment accounts. Shareholders should ensure their account details are correct. Unreceived payments can be collected at Al Rajhi Bank branches with a valid ID.

Non-resident shareholders must pay a 5% withholding tax under Saudi law. Those with approved exemptions must provide supporting documentation to eXtra’s Investor Relations department.

What This Means for Investors

  • Strong payout: eXtra’s SAR 2/share dividend reflects confident cash flow and shareholder commitment.
  • Reliable delivery: EDAA-linked distribution supports efficient and secure payments.
  • Regulatory clarity: The company demonstrates compliance with tax and registry procedures.
  • Confidence signal: Robust dividend illustrates faith in the retail and consumer finance segment’s continued momentum.

 

 

THE SAUDI STANDARD’S VIEW: eXtra H1 2025 Dividend Affirms Shareholder-Centric Strategy

eXtra’s SAR 160 million dividend—equating to eXtra H1 2025 dividend and representing a 20% yield on par value—underscores its strong balance between growth investment and direct shareholder returns.

This mid-year payout follows a 14% rise in net profit. It confirms that the retail-finance hybrid model supports durable, high-margin earnings. It also sets eXtra apart as one of the most consistent dividend-yielding consumer companies on Tadawul.

Furthermore, the dividend timeline and seamless Al Rajhi Bank distribution reflect improved market infrastructure and shareholder service standards—key pillars of Vision 2030’s finance market development.

The 5% withholding tax advisory adds regulatory transparency, ensuring non-resident investors understand their obligations under ZATCA rules.

Overall, eXtra’s dividend demonstrates how well-governed, consumer-facing companies can deliver compelling returns while supporting Saudi Arabia’s evolving fintech and retail ecosystem.

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