Dubai Investments PJSC

Dubai Investments reported a net profit after tax attributable to shareholders of AED 289.24 million for Q2 2024, a 78% increase from the previous year when adjusted for one-off gains. For the first half of 2024, the net profit was AED 409.20 million, an 83% increase on the same basis. The Group's total assets rose to AED 21.82 billion, while equity attributable to owners slightly decreased to AED 13.34 billion. Key highlights include the progress on the Danah Bay project, the launch of Violet Tower, and the acquisition of Carnation Education LLC by Al Mal Capital REIT. The Vice Chairman and CEO, Khalid Bin Kalban, attributed the strong performance to effective business strategies and a robust property sector. The Group remains optimistic about maintaining its performance and expanding its investment footprint.

Dubai Investments PJSC and its subsidiaries have released their condensed consolidated interim financial statements for the six-month period ending on June 30, 2024.

Dubai Investments PJSC (DFM:DIC) has appointed xCube, a fintech company and market maker, as the Liquidity Provider for its shares listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). The one-year agreement allows xCube to independently trade Dubai Investment shares starting June 11, 2024, by entering two-way daily quotes in compliance with DFM and SCA regulations. Khalid Bin Kalban, Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Investments, emphasized that this strategic move aims to enhance shareholder value by improving liquidity, facilitating easier trading in the short term, and promoting higher valuation in the long term. Saad Chalabi, CEO of xCube, expressed gratitude for the trust placed in them and highlighted their goal to optimize liquidity, reduce bid-ask spreads, and decrease unwanted liquidity-driven volatility. Dubai Investments, established in 1995, is one of the largest investment companies in the UAE, managing a diverse portfolio across various sectors.

Dubai Investments, a leading diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, reported a net profit of AED 119.96 million for Q1 2024, a decrease from AED 314.44 million in the same period in 2023. However, excluding a one-off gain from investment properties in 2023, the profit for Q1 2024 represents a 90% surge. The growth was largely due to the property sector's performance and contributions from the investment portfolio. The total income for the period was AED 791.88 million, compared to AED 1.01 billion in Q1 2023, with total assets stable at AED 21.46 billion. The company anticipates continued positive momentum throughout 2024, driven by growth in the real estate sector.