Aldar Properties Reports Significant Growth in First Half of 2025: A Testament to Resilience and Innovation
Abu Dhabi’s real estate landscape continues to flourish as Aldar Properties, a leading developer and asset management firm, recently reported a remarkable increase in its financial performance for the first half of 2025. The company’s net profit before tax rose by an impressive 35 percent year-on-year, reaching AED 4.7 billion (approximately USD 1.28 billion). Correspondingly, the net profit after tax also rose significantly, increasing by 24 percent to AED 4.1 billion (around USD 1.1 billion). This surge in profitability reflects the robust growth across Aldar’s diverse revenue streams, showcasing the company’s effective execution of its strategic objectives.
One of the most notable highlights from Aldar’s recent financial disclosures was the substantial growth in earnings per share, which surged by 27 percent year-on-year to AED 0.45. This increase can be attributed to strong cross-platform earnings, fueled by unprecedented demand in the Abu Dhabi real estate market. The firm achieved impressive group development sales of AED 18.3 billion in the same period, which marks a staggering 31 percent increase compared to the previous year. Driven by strong consumer interest, the company launched five new development projects in the UAE, including two on the picturesque Fahid Island, Waldorf Astoria Residences Yas, Manarat Living III, and The Wilds located in Dubai.
A Record Development Backlog in the Pipeline
Aldar Properties’ robust financial performance is underpinned by a noteworthy record development backlog of AED 62.3 billion, which sets the stage for sustained revenue growth over the next two to three years. Of this, AED 53.4 billion is located within the UAE, demonstrating the firm’s strategic focus on capitalizing on domestic market strengths while expanding its global footprint. This past quarter marked a pivotal moment for international investor interest, as UAE sales to overseas and expatriate buyers reached AED 14.7 billion, comprising a remarkable 84 percent of total UAE sales in the first half of 2025.
Among the most striking transactions was the landmark sale of a mansion at Faya Al Saadiyat, which commanded AED 400 million, thus highlighting the growing appeal of Abu Dhabi’s luxury real estate segment and the rising interest from ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs). Additionally, the acquisition of a residential building in Mamsha Gardens by Hong Kong private equity firm GAW Capital, amounting to AED 586 million, illustrates the continued influx of institutional investment into the UAE real estate sector, reaffirming confidence among overseas investors.
Enhancements in Investment Portfolio
The favorable market conditions were mirrored by a remarkable 18 percent year-on-year increase in Aldar Investment’s adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), which reached AED 1.6 billion in the first half of 2025. The total assets under management jumped to AED 47 billion, significantly bolstered by the strategic acquisition of commercial and residential properties in Masdar City through a partnership with Mubadala, which aims to diversify and enhance the investment properties portfolio.
Moreover, Aldar Properties demonstrated its commitment to building an expansive logistics platform, highlighted by a high-visibility acquisition of AED 530 million involving premium, income-generating warehousing and light industrial assets in ALMARKAZ Industrial Park in Abu Dhabi. Concurrently, the company’s educational arm, Aldar Education, has embarked on an innovative collaboration with King’s College School in Wimbledon to launch a premium K-12 campus on Fahid Island, further diversifying the company’s portfolio by tapping into the ed-tech landscape.
Sustaining Economic Growth and Future Prospects
Moving forward, Aldar Properties is well-positioned for sustained success, underscored by its commendable liquidity status, featuring AED 12.2 billion in free and unrestricted cash, in addition to AED 17.5 billion in committed undrawn bank facilities as of June’s conclusion. This strong liquidity enables the company to pursue its growth agenda prudently amidst a vibrant, competitive real estate market.
The reported figures underscore a very promising outlook for Aldar Properties as they navigate the evolving economic landscape. The company’s revenue in the second quarter of 2025 soared by 54 percent compared to the same quarter last year, amounting to AED 5.6 billion. The company’s resilience in executing its project backlog is indicative of its operational agility and commitment to delivering high-quality developments. With robust visibility on both domestic and international revenue streams, reinforced by a strong pipeline of projects and government investment in infrastructure, Aldar Properties is not merely riding a market wave; it is actively shaping the future of Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector.
In conclusion, Aldar Properties stands as a beacon of growth within the UAE’s real estate arena, consistently demonstrating innovation and a proactive approach to market demands. As the company navigates development opportunities amid a buoyant economic backdrop, it sets a compelling precedent for the future of sustainable urban living in the region.
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