Aldar Group has once again solidified its position as a powerhouse in the Middle East real estate sector. According to the latest financial reports analyzed by **Business Promotion24**, the group recorded a staggering net profit after tax of **Dhs7.1 billion** during the first nine months of 2026. This represents a robust 19 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase, highlighting the company’s resilient growth strategy and the overall strength of the Abu Dhabi economy.
### Exceptional Financial Growth and Returns
The financial indicators for Aldar in 2026 reflect a company in its prime. Beyond the net profit, earnings per share (EPS) rose by 20 per cent YoY to Dhs0.77. This growth was primarily driven by efficient backlog conversion and steady earnings from a highly diversified investment properties portfolio.
The Group’s adjusted EBITDA saw a 21 per cent YoY increase, reaching Dhs2.8 billion. This was supported by high occupancy rates and significant rental growth across its assets. Furthermore, **Aldar Investment’s Assets Under Management (AUM)** climbed to Dhs57 billion, bolstered by new acquisitions like the Emirates Snack Foods cold store and Phase 1 of the Grade A logistics center at National Industries Park in Dubai.
### Strategic Acquisitions and Market Expansion
At **Business Promotion24**, we closely monitor market shifts, and Aldar’s recent strategic moves are particularly noteworthy. In Q3, Aldar and Mubadala acquired the nearly fully occupied Masdar City Square for Dhs918 million.
The company also expanded its footprint through a strategic partnership with Arada, creating Dhs11 billion in development opportunities. Notably, Aldar made its first foray into the Sharjah real estate market with a Dhs1.1 billion forward purchase of over 1,100 residential units at Arada’s Aljada development.
### Sales Momentum and International Appeal
Aldar’s development arm continues to witness unprecedented demand. Group development sales reached **Dhs18.9 billion** for the nine-month period. A key highlight is the sustained interest from international and expatriate buyers, who accounted for Dhs11.3 billion (78 per cent) of total UAE sales.
With a development backlog of Dhs71.6 billion, Aldar has secured revenue visibility for the next 2-3 years. The unveiling of massive new destinations like Marsa Al Saadiyat (Dhs60 billion GDV) and Yas Point (Dhs6 billion GDV) ensures a long-term pipeline of high-value projects.
### Leadership Perspectives
Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Aldar, emphasized that Abu Dhabi’s strong economic foundations and progressive business environment are the bedrock of this success. He noted that Aldar’s performance reflects “deliberate investment decisions” aimed at building a resilient business.
Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group CEO, added that the company’s maturity allows it to respond to market conditions with discipline. “As we enter the final quarter, our priorities remain firmly on execution and converting customer demand into sales,” Al Dhiyebi stated.
### Conclusion
With a liquidity position of Dhs38.2 billion and a booming international portfolio—including SODIC in Egypt and London Square in the UK—Aldar Group is perfectly positioned for a record-breaking end to 2026.
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