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Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB), formerly known as Saudi British Bank (SABB), is a leading commercial bank in Saudi Arabia. It offers a comprehensive range of banking and financial services to individuals, corporations, and institutions. The bank operates through a network of branches and digital channels, providing retail banking, corporate banking, treasury, and investment services. SAB is part of the HSBC Group, which gives it access to international expertise and networks.
SAB generates revenue primarily from net interest income on loans and advances, as well as fees and commissions from banking services. Key revenue segments include retail banking (mortgages, personal loans, credit cards), corporate banking (working capital, trade finance, project finance), and treasury operations. The bank also earns from investment banking and asset management. With a profit margin of 56.69%, it is highly profitable, though recent earnings showed a slight decline of 2.30% year-over-year.
SAB operates in the Saudi Arabian banking sector, which is dominated by a few large players. It competes with other top banks such as Al Rajhi Bank, National Commercial Bank (NCB), and Riyad Bank. SAB is positioned as a full-service bank with a strong corporate and retail franchise. Its Price/Book ratio of 0.85 suggests it trades below book value, while a dividend yield of 5.86% appeals to income-focused investors. The bank has a solid capital base with a market cap of 69.12B SAR.
SAB serves a diverse customer base including individual retail customers, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), large corporations, and government entities. Its primary geographic market is Saudi Arabia, where it has a significant presence. The bank also leverages HSBC's global network to serve clients with international needs. With a focus on digital transformation, SAB aims to attract tech-savvy customers while maintaining strong relationships with traditional banking clients.
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Saudi Awwal Bank's stock fell 1.65% to 33.38 SAR, likely influenced by the completion of a share buyback for employee incentive programs announced on June 8. The bank also scheduled a conference call to discuss Q1 2026 results on May 3. Multiple dividend-focused articles highlighted the bank as a top Middle Eastern dividend stock, which may attract income investors. Overall, the stock's decline contrasts with positive dividend sentiment.
Latest saved period: March 2026 · 2026-03-31
Cash dividends by ex-date, not an investment recommendation.
| Ex-date | Amount | Payment date | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2026 | 1.00 SAR | — | — |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 1.00 SAR | — | — |
| May 1, 2025 | 1.00 SAR | — | — |
| Aug 18, 2024 | 1.00 SAR | — | — |
| Apr 28, 2024 | 0.98 SAR | — | — |
| Aug 14, 2023 | 0.88 SAR | — | — |
| May 4, 2023 | 0.74 SAR | — | — |
| Jul 14, 2022 | 0.55 SAR | — | — |
| Apr 18, 2022 | 0.36 SAR | — | — |
| Aug 8, 2021 | 0.50 SAR | — | — |
| Apr 23, 2020 | 0.60 SAR | — | — |
| Aug 20, 2019 | 0.60 SAR | — | — |
| Apr 2, 2019 | 1.00 SAR | — | — |
| Aug 5, 2018 | 0.96 SAR | — | — |
| Mar 29, 2018 | 0.71 SAR | — | — |
| Aug 6, 2017 | 0.71 SAR | — | — |
| Apr 26, 2017 | 0.35 SAR | — | — |
| Aug 21, 2016 | 0.35 SAR | — | — |
| Mar 30, 2016 | 0.35 SAR | — | — |
| Jul 22, 2015 | 0.40 SAR | — | — |
| Mar 12, 2015 | 0.70 SAR | — | — |
| Mar 19, 2014 | 0.67 SAR | — | — |
| Mar 18, 2013 | 0.61 SAR | — | — |
| Mar 14, 2012 | 0.33 SAR | — | — |
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