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Aldar posts strong Q1 results as Abu Dhabi property market stays resilient

1 min Sandrine Zimra

Aldar Properties, Abu Dhabi's largest real estate developer and asset manager, has reported robust first-quarter 2026 results, with net profit after tax climbing 20% year-on-year to AED 2.3 billion ($626 million), on revenues of AED 8.7 billion ($2.4 billion).

The group's liquidity position remains solid at AED 33.2 billion ($9 billion) © Aldar 

The group's liquidity position remains solid at AED 33.2 billion ($9 billion) © Aldar 

Aldar Properties, Abu Dhabi's largest real estate developer and asset manager, has reported robust first-quarter 2026 results, with net profit after tax climbing 20% year-on-year to AED 2.3 billion ($626 million), on revenues of AED 8.7 billion ($2.4 billion).

Sales reached AED 6.7 billion ($1.8 billion) in Q1, with international and expatriate buyers accounting for a striking 88% of UAE sales, a testament to Abu Dhabi's enduring appeal as a global destination for property investment. Two major projects were launched in the quarter: The Wilds Residences in Dubai and Baccarat Residences Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi.

The group's development revenue backlog, its clearest indicator of future earnings, hit a record AED 72.1 billion ($19.6 billion), providing strong visibility over the next three years. In April, the launch of Yas Park Place generated over AED 800 million ($218 million) in sales, with 80% of released units sold within the first week.

On the investment side, Aldar's assets under management rose to AED 52 billion ($14.2 billion), supported by high occupancy rates and recent strategic acquisitions including logistics assets at KEZAD and The Link at Masdar City.

The group's liquidity position remains solid at AED 33.2 billion ($9 billion), and shareholders received a dividend of AED 0.205 per share for 2025, up 10.8% year-on-year.

Sandrine Zimra

Sandrine Zimra

Sandrine Zimra has been a financial analyst for 25 years. Based in Geneva, she covers countries in the Middle East and travels regularly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Egypt, and Israel. She contributes to Mena Today with her financial reports and insights on the region.

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