Emaar Development Achieves Record Sales of AED 71.1 Billion and Strong Profit Growth in 2025

Dubai | EcoPulse24

Emaar Development PJSC delivered outstanding financial and operational results in 2025, driven by sustained strong demand for its real estate projects in Dubai, efficient execution, and a favorable business environment that bolstered investor and buyer confidence. The company recorded its highest-ever property sales of AED 71.1 billion (approx. USD 19.4 billion), a 9% increase from AED 65.4 billion in 2024, supported by demand in established and newly launched communities. Accumulated sales from projects under development reached AED 125.2 billion at year-end 2025, up 38% year-on-year, providing clear visibility for future revenue streams.

Annual revenue hit a record AED 27.5 billion, a strong 44% growth over 2024, driven by accelerated deliveries, higher sales volume, and an improved product mix. Gross profit rose to AED 15.5 billion from AED 10.7 billion the previous year, reflecting significant operational efficiency gains. EBITDA grew 52% to AED 14.3 billion with a robust margin of 52%, while pre-tax profit reached AED 15.5 billion, up 52% year-on-year. Net profit for the period was AED 13.6 billion, marking 40% growth over 2024.

To maximize shareholder returns, Emaar Development’s Board proposed a record cash dividend of AED 4 billion, equivalent to 100% of capital and a 47% increase on 2024’s payout, subject to shareholder approval at the AGM.

The company expanded its asset base in 2025, acquiring 36 million square feet of strategic development land with an estimated development value of AED 120 billion, supporting long-term growth. Emaar Development continued emphasizing quality and timely delivery, maintaining high customer satisfaction across its projects.

Throughout the year, the company launched over 48 new residential projects within its main communities, including Grand Polo Club & Resort, new phases of The Valley, and the Bristol project at Emaar Beachfront. It also unveiled Emaar Hills, a new urban destination featuring Dubai Mansions, a luxury residential project targeting a select global clientele and strengthening Emaar’s presence in the high-end real estate segment.

Mohamed Alabbar, Emaar’s founder, stated that the 2025 results reflect the strength of Dubai’s development ecosystem and the clarity of the UAE’s economic and regulatory vision. He highlighted that a stable investment environment, long-term planning, and openness to global investment enabled Emaar to execute confidently and at scale, focusing on developing sustainable communities that enhance quality of life.

EcoPulse24 Analysis:
Emaar Development’s 2025 results mark an advanced maturity stage in Dubai’s property cycle, where real demand converges with financial discipline and operational efficiency. The jump in accumulated sales to over AED 125 billion provides exceptional revenue visibility, while high profit margins demonstrate the strength of the business model and its ability to absorb expansion without eroding profitability. Strategically, expansion in land holdings and luxury projects positions Emaar Development as a key driver in the real estate market. Record dividend payouts reinforce confidence in cash flows and financial sustainability, enhancing the stock’s attractiveness in a competitive investment landscape.