Talabat Declares USD 202 Million Interim Dividend, Targets USD 400 Million Payout for FY 2025
Talabat Holding plc (“talabat”), the leading on-demand online ordering and delivery platform in the MENA region, has announced that its Board of Directors approved an interim dividend of USD 202 million, equivalent to 3.188 fils per share and representing a 90% payout ratio of net income for the first half of 2025.
The interim dividend translates to an annualised yield exceeding 5.4% based on the company’s last closing price, reaffirming Talabat’s commitment to delivering strong shareholder returns. The company remains on track to distribute at least USD 400 million in total dividends for FY 2025, in line with its stated policy.
Management has also indicated its intention to recommend maintaining a 90% payout ratio for the full year, subject to Board approval and shareholder vote at the Annual General Meeting scheduled in 2026.
Tomaso Rodriguez, Chief Executive Officer of talabat, said:
"Today’s interim dividend announcement underscores the resilience of our business and our commitment to shareholder returns. Our asset-light business model and robust cash generation enable us to distribute a substantial portion of earnings to shareholders while maintaining the financial flexibility to fund our growth strategy. We remain on track to meet or exceed our full-year dividend guidance."
Dividend Timetable
Last day to participate (cum-dividend): Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Ex-dividend date: Wednesday, 1 October 2025
Record date: Thursday, 2 October 2025
Payment date: Tuesday, 21 October 2025
This distribution reflects talabat’s continued focus on balancing shareholder value creation with long-term growth and investment in its regional leadership position