Abu dhabi: Aldar reported a 43 percent year-on-year increase in nine-month net profit before tax to AED6.8 billion, while net profit after tax rose 30 percent YoY to AED6.0 billion, driven by broad-based growth across its core business platforms. Earnings per share for the period stood at AED0.64.
According to Emirates News Agency, the group recorded strong development sales of AED28.5 billion during the nine-month period, up 19 percent YoY, including AED26.5 billion in sales within the UAE. The group recorded quarterly UAE sales of AED9.1 billion in Q3 2025, driven by high demand for existing inventory and three new UAE launches: Fahid Beach Terraces, Rise by Athlon, and Al Deem Townhomes.
The group witnessed sustained appeal among international buyers, with UAE sales to overseas and expat resident customers reaching AED20.4 billion in the first nine months of 2025, representing 77% of total UAE sales. Development revenue backlog rose to an all-time high of AED66.5 billion, including AED57.3 billion in the UAE, driving revenue recognition over the next two to three years.
Aldar Investment's nine-month adjusted EBITDA rose 17% YoY to AED2.3 billion, driven by high occupancy levels, rising rental rates, and uplift from recent strategic acquisitions, with assets under management at AED47 billion. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Aldar, stated that Aldar's performance reflects the strength of the UAE's economic momentum and the scalability of its diversified business model.
As the UAE solidifies its position as a global hub for investment, innovation, and talent, Aldar continues to respond to the country's demand for high-quality real estate. The development revenue backlog has reached a record AED66.5 billion, underscoring the depth of demand for residential communities, while a AED17.6 billion develop-to-hold pipeline reflects the scale of Aldar's long-term investment strategy. These platforms reflect Aldar's role in shaping the nation's sustainable urban and economic growth.
Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Aldar, emphasized the record net profit of AED6.0 billion for the first nine months of 2025, up 30% year-on-year. He highlighted the strategic investments made across the business, resulting in excellent financial performance. Aldar's development business achieved a fresh quarterly UAE sales record in Q3 2025, supported by strong domestic sales and the continued growth of overseas buyers. The investment properties portfolio expanded through rising occupancy, rental uplifts, and acquisitions, with a develop-to-hold pipeline that expanded by AED3.8 billion during the third quarter.