Emaar Properties approves AED 4.4bn one-time special dividend of AED 0.50 per share, adding to its annual payout as strong H1 2026 sales hit AED 26.6bn and net profit reaches AED 11.1bn
The Board of Directors of Emaar Properties has approved the distribution of an exceptional one-time cash dividend of AED 4.4 billion to shareholders at AED 0.50 per share. The move reflects the company’s focus on enhancing shareholder returns while continuing to invest in its development pipeline.
In a filing to the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), the company said the special dividend is in addition to its regular annual dividend. The proposal remains subject to shareholder approval at the general assembly and the necessary regulatory approvals. The company said details of the record date and payment date will be announced in due course in line with approved procedures.
The proposed distribution comes as Emaar continues to report strong financial performance, supported by sustained demand for its real estate projects and the expansion of its business portfolio. According to investor relations data, real estate sales, including joint ventures and joint development agreements, reached AED 26.6 billion in the first half of 2026. Net profit stood at AED 11.1 billion. Future revenue from property sales reached AED 164.9 billion at the end of June, providing a substantial revenue pipeline for the company.
The figures highlight the continued strength of Emaar’s core real estate business, alongside its shopping malls, hospitality, leisure and property management operations. The company has a significant presence in Dubai and international markets, with a land bank of nearly 590 million square feet across the UAE and key overseas markets, according to company statements.
Source: Emirates 24|7