Tag: Dubai real estate

  • Emaar Properties Reports Record 2025 Results with Dh80.4 Billion Sales

    Emaar Properties delivered its strongest financial performance to date in 2025, with growth accelerating across all business segments including property development, retail, hospitality, and international operations.

    The Dubai-based developer reported a 16% year-on-year increase in property sales to Dh80.4 billion ($21.9 billion), while total revenue climbed 40% to Dh49.6 billion ($13.5 billion). Net profit before tax rose 36% to Dh25.7 billion ($7 billion), and EBITDA reached Dh25.6 billion ($7 billion), marking a 33% increase from 2024.

    Revenue backlog surged 39% to Dh155 billion ($42.1 billion), providing substantial visibility on future earnings and demonstrating sustained market confidence.

    “Our 2025 results were shaped by a business environment that enables ambition and rewards long-term thinking. The UAE Government and the city of Dubai have created a framework built on stability, clear regulation, and openness to global investment, allowing companies like Emaar to plan with confidence, scale responsibly, and focus on execution,” said Mohamed Alabbar, Emaar founder.

    Domestic Development Drives Growth

    Emaar Development PJSC recorded Dh71.1 billion ($19.4 billion) in UAE property sales, representing a 9% increase from 2024. Revenue from domestic projects reached Dh36.4 billion ($9.9 billion), while net profit before tax grew an impressive 52% to Dh15.5 billion ($4.2 billion).

    The company launched 48 new residential projects throughout the year, including high-profile developments such as Grand Polo Club and Resort, The Valley, and Bristol at Emaar Beachfront. The UAE backlog stood at Dh134.3 billion ($36.6 billion), reflecting strong pre-sales momentum.

    These results align with broader market trends, as Dubai’s property sector continues its upward trajectory with record-breaking transaction volumes.

    International Expansion Accelerates

    International property sales experienced exceptional growth, surging 124% to Dh9.3 billion ($2.5 billion), with revenue of Dh2.6 billion ($0.7 billion) generated across operations in Egypt and India. This expansion demonstrates Emaar’s successful geographic diversification strategy beyond its home market.

    Recurring Revenue Streams Strengthen

    Emaar’s malls and retail leasing revenue increased 13% to Dh6.3 billion ($1.7 billion), maintaining an impressive 98% occupancy rate across its portfolio. The hospitality, leisure, and entertainment segment recorded revenue of Dh4.2 billion ($1.1 billion), up 12%, supported by higher tourism inflows and the addition of three new hotels.

    Combined recurring revenue from malls, hotels, and commercial leasing reached Dh10.5 billion ($2.8 billion), reflecting a 13% increase and strengthening the company’s diversified income base.

    The record performance comes as Dubai’s property market demonstrates exceptional momentum, with investor confidence remaining robust amid favorable regulatory frameworks and economic stability.

    Emaar’s 2025 results reinforce the company’s market leadership position and highlight the sustained appeal of Dubai real estate as a destination for both end-users and investors seeking long-term value in a transparent, well-regulated environment.

  • Emaar Posts Strongest-Ever Results as Revenues Climb 44%

    Emaar Posts Strongest-Ever Results as Revenues Climb 44%

    Emaar Development has concluded 2025 with unprecedented financial results, demonstrating the continued strength and attractiveness of Dubai’s real estate market. The company’s performance reflects robust demand for homes and strategic expansion across various communities.

    Key financial highlights include:

    • Property sales reached Dh71.1 billion, the highest ever and a 9% rise from 2024
    • Revenues climbed 44% to Dh27.5 billion
    • Net profit before tax jumped 52% to Dh15.5 billion
    • Revenue backlog grew to Dh125.2 billion, indicating strong future earnings

    In 2025, the company significantly expanded its land bank, acquiring 36 million square feet of land with an estimated development value of Dh120 billion. Emaar launched more than 48 residential projects across master-planned communities, including new phases in The Valley, Bristol at Emaar Beachfront, and the Grand Polo Club and Resort.

    A notable announcement was Emaar Hills, a new master-planned district featuring Dubai Mansions, a collection of ultra-luxury homes targeting high-net-worth global buyers. This move signals the company’s strategic push into the luxury property segment.

    “A stable regulatory environment, long-term planning and openness to global investment allow developers like Emaar to plan with confidence and execute at scale,” said Founder Mohamed Alabbar.

    As of now, Emaar Development has delivered over 80,500 residential units since 2002 and currently has around 51,000 units under development in prominent Dubai communities like Dubai Hills Estate, Arabian Ranches, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, and Emaar Beachfront.

    The company’s proposed dividend payout of Dh4 billion, pending shareholder approval, represents a 47% increase from the previous year, further underlining its strong financial performance.

    This remarkable growth reflects not just Emaar’s strategic capabilities, but also the broader confidence in Dubai’s property market, which continues to attract global investors with its dynamic and supportive ecosystem.

  • Dubai Property Market Sets Record with Dh15.6 Billion Single-Day Transactions

    Dubai Property Market Sets Record with Dh15.6 Billion Single-Day Transactions

    The Dubai Land Department’s data reveals an unprecedented surge in real estate activity, with sales reaching Dh11.4 billion covering land, residential units, buildings, mortgages, and property gifts. This landmark achievement reflects the emirate’s diverse and expanding property market.

    Badar Rashid AlBlooshi, Chairman of Arabian Gulf Properties, emphasized the significance of this milestone, stating that it represents strong confidence from both local and international investors in Dubai’s real estate sector. The transaction volume underscores the city’s ability to attract large-scale investments in a globally competitive environment.

    The market’s momentum is supported by gradually easing property prices. In December 2025, property prices stabilized, reaching Dh1,673 per square foot—105% above the market’s 2020 trough and 35.7% above the 2014 peak.

    Real estate consultancy Cushman & Wakefield Core predicts that 2026 will be characterized by more selective, fundamentals-driven performance. The continued attraction stems from broader economic growth, corporate expansion, and Dubai’s strengthening position as a global business hub.

    The record-breaking day signals a promising trajectory for Dubai’s real estate market, attracting both residents transitioning to property ownership and foreign investors seeking attractive opportunities.