Dubai – Mubasher: Emaar Development, majority-owned subsidiary of Emaar Properties, recorded its highest ever net profit before tax that reached AED 15.50 billion ($4.20 billion) in 2025, according to a press release.
The positive results marked an increase of 52% as compared to 2024, supported by operational efficiencies, reflecting a net profit margin of 56%.
Emaar Development recorded its highest ever revenue amounting to AED 27.50 billion ($7.50 billion) in 2025, marking a 44% increase compared to 2024.
The company achieved its highest ever property sales of AED 71.10 billion ($19.40 billion), surging by 9% compared to AED 65.40 billion ($17.80 billion) in 2024. The result was supported by strong demand across established and newly launched communities.
Enhanced by record sales in 2025, revenue backlog in 2025 reached AED 125.20 billion ($34.10 billion), increasing by 38% from 2024 results while indicating a significant increase in revenue in the forthcoming years.
Cash Dividends
The board of Emaar Developments has proposed its highest ever dividend of 100% of its share capital, similar to Emaar’s board decision for 2025, equivalent to AED 1 per share.
The company aims to pay a total of AED 4 billion, equivalent to $1.10 billion and marking an increase of 47% from 2024, subject to the approval of shareholders at the forthcoming annual general meeting.
Business Expansion & Projects
Emaar Development acquired 36 million square feet of development land in prime area with a total development value of AED 120 billion ($32.70 billion) in 2025.
The company further recorded over 48 new residential launches across its master-planned communities, including Grand Polo Club and Resort, a new phase of The Valley, and Bristol at Emaar Beachfront, reflecting the depth and diversity of its development pipeline.
It also announced Emaar Hills, a new master-planned destination that will be home to Dubai Mansions, an ultra-luxury residential project currently in development. Dubai Mansions will feature a limited collection of bespoke mansions designed to meet the expectations of a discerning global clientele and further strengthen Emaar Development’s presence in the ultra-luxury segment.
Commenting on 2025 financial results, Mohamed Alabbar, Founder of Emaar, said: "Our performance in 2025 reflects the strength of Dubai’s development ecosystem and the clarity of direction provided by the UAE Government.”
Alabbar added: “A stable regulatory environment, long-term planning, and openness to global investment allow developers like Emaar to plan with confidence and execute at scale.”
He further noted that beyond the numbers, what matters most is creating communities that stand the test of time and contribute meaningfully to the city’s growth and quality of life.