Omantel profits rise strongly in 2025
Omantel posted record 2025 net profit of OMR371m ($974m), up 88% year-on-year, driven by stronger domestic operations and higher earnings from its 21% stake in Zain Group, whose profit doubled to $777m.
Omantel posted record 2025 net profit of OMR371m ($974m), up 88% year-on-year, driven by stronger domestic operations and higher earnings from its 21% stake in Zain Group, whose profit doubled to $777m.
Zain Group reported strong 2025 results with revenue of $7.44bn up 14%, net income doubling to $777m, EBITDA margin 34%. Customer base reached 50.9m. Data, enterprise, fintech and new verticals drove growth, supported by $1.5bn capex and 5G expansion across key markets. Eight markets delivered improved operational performance and profitability.
Robi Axiata reported a record Tk 9.37 billion profit in 2025, up 33 per cent year-on-year, driven by lower operating costs and strong data growth. Revenue rose 1 per cent as voice income declined, while 4G expansion and high dividend payout underscored financial resilience.
Omantel posted an 87.7 per cent surge in 2025 net profit to RO 371 million, supported by stronger EBITDA, IAS 29 adjustments and solid domestic growth. Group revenue rose 11.4 per cent, while Zain continued to drive overall performance across the regional portfolio.
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Zain Group reported revenue of $7.44 billion for 2025, with net income rising 103% to $777 million, driven by data growth, digital services, and expansion into new business verticals. Strong investments in network infrastructure and enterprise solutions supported growth across its Middle East and Africa operations.
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