Almarai Approves SAR 1.15 Dividend Per Share for 2025

Almarai Shareholders Approve Significant Dividend

In a significant decision during an extraordinary general meeting held on April 21, 2023, shareholders of Almarai Co. endorsed a cash dividend of SAR 1.15 per share for the fiscal year 2025. This dividend represents an 11.5% return on the company's capital, totaling SAR 1.15 billion.

Key Highlights of the Dividend

The board announced that the dividend payment will be processed on or before May 3, 2026. Shareholders registered with Edaa by the end of the second trading day following the meeting will be eligible to receive this payout. Here are the important details concerning the dividend:

• Total Dividend Amount: SAR 1.15 billion
• Number of Shares: 1 billion
• Percentage of Capital: 11.5%
• Record Date: April 21, 2026
• Payment Date: On or before May 3, 2026

Share Buyback Plan Approved

In addition to the dividend, shareholders voted unanimously in favor of a share buyback plan aimed at purchasing up to 10 million shares. The buyback will support the company's employee stock incentive program and is to be financed through internal resources. Almarai’s board is authorized to execute this buyback within a twelve-month period from the meeting date.

Almarai plans to retain the repurchased shares for a maximum of seven years, during which they may be allocated to eligible employees in accordance with regulatory standards.

Appointment of Abdulrahman AlFadley to the Board

During the same meeting, shareholders approved the appointment of Abdulrahman AlFadley, the Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, as a non-executive board member. His official term will begin on November 17, 2025, and will conclude on August 6, 2029. Notably, shareholders also endorsed AlFadley’s participation in competing business activities, acknowledging his role on the board of the National Agricultural Development Co. (NADEC), which operates within the dairy and juice sectors.

Conclusion

Almarai's decision regarding the dividend and share buyback reflects the company's robust financial performance and commitment to rewarding its shareholders. The strategic moves, including the appointment of seasoned professionals to its board, aim to enhance stakeholder value while supporting employee participation in ownership.

With a strong history of dividends and a focus on growth, Almarai continues to position itself as a leading player in the food and beverage sector in the Middle East.