Du dividend proposal takes center stage as the UAE telecom operator suggests an extra payout for shareholders. The board aims to reward investors after a solid year.
Du reports robust results for 2025, with revenues climbing 8.7 per cent to AED 15.9 billion. Net profit rises 16.8 per cent to AED 2.9 billion, fueled by subscriber growth and service expansion. The company posts its highest-ever earnings, thanks to higher mobile and fixed-line users.
Record Dividend Recommendation
The board proposes a final dividend of 40 fils per share for the second half of 2025, lifting the full-year total to 64 fils. This marks an 18.5 per cent increase from 2024 and nears a 100 per cent payout ratio. The AED 1.81 billion final payout follows an interim dividend of 24 fils paid in August.
Subscriber and Revenue Growth
Mobile subscribers reach 9.7 million, up 8.8 per cent year-on-year, with 788,000 net additions. Fixed customers hit 735,000, growing 7.8 per cent through home wireless and fibre broadband demand. Fourth-quarter revenues jump 10.6 per cent to AED 4.3 billion, while net profit surges 23.8 per cent to AED 724 million.
Du invests AED 2.3 billion in network upgrades, cloud infrastructure, and data centres, with capital intensity at 14.3 per cent. Operating free cash flow grows 14.4 per cent to AED 5.1 billion, bolstering the balance sheet. EBITDA expands 13.4 per cent to AED 7.3 billion on cost efficiencies and digital services.
Board Confidence Signals Future
The du dividend proposal reflects trust in ongoing cash generation and long-term growth. Leaders highlight population increases, tourism, and innovative offerings like du Pay as key drivers. The firm plans more 5G densification, fibre rollout, and AI enhancements for customers.
This move positions du as a top performer in UAE telecoms, drawing investor interest amid market expansion. Shareholders await approval at the upcoming general meeting.
