Aldar Properties reported group revenue of AED 16.8 billion for the first half of 2026, an increase of 8% compared with the same period last year.

Net profit after tax reached AED 4.9 billion, up 18% year on year.

The results were supported by property sales, progress across the company’s development pipeline and income from its investment portfolio.

Group sales reached AED 12.1 billion

Aldar recorded AED 12.1 billion in group sales during H1 2026.

According to the company, sales were supported by demand for existing inventory, a measured launch schedule and continued interest from international buyers.

For Abu Dhabi’s property market, this is one of the most relevant figures in the results. As one of the emirate’s largest developers, Aldar’s sales activity offers a useful indication of buyer demand across major residential investment areas.

Development backlog stood at AED 71.6 billion

Aldar’s development revenue backlog reached AED 71.6 billion.

This represents contracted sales that are expected to be recognised as revenue as projects progress and units are completed. Aldar said the backlog provides revenue visibility over the next two to three years.

The figure also points to a large volume of development already in the pipeline, with future performance depending on construction progress, handovers and the market’s ability to absorb new supply.

Assets under management reached AED 56 billion

Aldar reported AED 56 billion in assets under management across its recurring-income portfolio.

Occupancy across its investment properties remained at 95%, supported by continued rental demand.

This portfolio includes income-generating residential, commercial and retail assets.

What the figures mean for Abu Dhabi real estate

The H1 results suggest that demand remains active across Aldar’s portfolio, particularly for established communities and projects backed by a major developer.

However, the figures should not be applied equally across the whole market. Performance still varies by location, property type, pricing, payment plan, supply and resale activity.

The AED 71.6 billion backlog is also significant. It shows that a substantial number of homes are already sold and moving through the development cycle. That makes future handovers, rental demand and resale performance increasingly important for the market.

Together, the sales, backlog and occupancy figures offer a useful view of current activity across Aldar’s Abu Dhabi portfolio.