e& reported strong financial and operational performance in the first half of 2025, reinforcing its position as a global technology group driving digital transformation across the UAE and international markets. Consolidated revenue rose to AED 34.9 billion, marking a 23.3 percent year-on-year increase, while net profit climbed 60.7 percent to AED 8.8 billion. EBITDA reached AED 15.4 billion with a margin of 44.1 percent, reflecting sustained growth momentum across the Group’s core business pillars.
In the UAE, e& UAE’s subscriber base reached 15.5 million, supported by rising demand for advanced connectivity, AI-powered services, and customised digital experiences for consumers and enterprises. The Group expanded its role in national digital infrastructure through multiple strategic initiatives, including the launch of the Sovereign Launchpad with AWS and the UAE Cyber Security Council to enable full data sovereignty and secure cloud adoption.
e& strengthened its AI and next-generation connectivity agenda through partnerships with Qualcomm, IBM, Microsoft, and leading academic institutions. These initiatives span edge AI, smart mobility, industrial IoT, enterprise productivity, and AI governance. More than 1,100 AI use cases have now been implemented across telecom, digital services, and enterprise solutions, while the AI Academy continues to upskill employees and Emirati graduates.
Network leadership remained a core highlight, with the UAE retaining global leadership in fibre-to-the-home coverage at 99.5 percent and ranking first worldwide for mobile download speeds. e& UAE also became the first in the region to commercially launch 5G network slicing for enterprise customers, supporting dedicated connectivity for sectors such as manufacturing, ports, and public safety. Advanced infrastructure initiatives included AI-powered drone inspections for telecom towers and the rollout of next-generation enterprise connectivity platforms integrating Trust Net and AI Net technologies.
Beyond connectivity, e& expanded its impact across fintech, digital media, lifestyle services, and enterprise digitisation. e& money recorded strong growth in users and transaction volumes, while Wio Bank strengthened its position in digital banking for consumers and SMEs. STARZ ON and evision expanded their content and sports portfolios, Careem accelerated growth through AI-driven operations, and e& enterprise deepened its role in smart manufacturing, health technology, and customer engagement platforms.
The Group also received multiple international recognitions, including being named the world’s fastest-growing brand by Brand Finance, achieving a AAA brand rating, and earning top-tier recognition under the Dubai AI Seal. These milestones underline e&’s continued focus on performance, innovation, and customer-centric transformation across its ecosystem.
