Presight AI Holding reported a 17.4% revenue increase to AED603.5 million and a 39.1% rise in pre-tax profit for H1 2024. Key achievements include acquiring a 51% stake in AIQ, forming IntelliGrid, and securing major partnerships, driving strong financial performance and reinforcing their commitment to AI-driven innovation.
Bahrain Telecommunications Company (Beyon) announced stable Q2 2024 profits of BD19.8 million, consistent with Q2 2023. Revenues increased by 7% to BD112.5 million. H1 2024 saw a 2% profit rise to BD38.6 million and a 7% revenue increase to BD222.9 million, driven by mobile, datacoms, and digital services.
Zain Bahrain reported a 2.6% increase in Q2 2024 net profit to BD 1.35 million and a 7.6% rise in H1 2024 EBITDA to BD 11.79 million. Revenue for H1 2024 grew by 3.5% to BD 38.44 million. The company highlighted significant achievements in 5G innovation, sustainability, partnerships, and awards for excellence.
Ooredoo reported a 14% increase in normalised net profit to QR1.9 billion for H1 2024. Revenue grew by 3% to QR11.8 billion, and EBITDA rose by 6% to QR5.1 billion. The company completed the sale of Ooredoo Myanmar and launched several strategic initiatives, including the “walletii” mobile money app and MENA Digital hub.
Leading UAE telecom company e& reported a 6% increase in H1 2024 revenue, reaching AED28.3 billion ($7.7 billion), and a 17% rise in net profit to AED5.5 billion ($1.5 billion). The strong performance was driven by innovation and digital transformation, with the subscriber base growing to 175 million.
Zain Bahrain reported H1 2024 revenue of BD38.44 million, a 3.5% increase. Net profit fell 11.9% to BD2.42 million. Q2 net profit rose 2.6% to BD1.35 million, with stable revenue at BD18.93 million. Zain expanded business solutions, led in 5G innovation, and won awards for workforce development and leadership.
e& UAE achieved TM Forum’s Platinum Open API certification, the first in the MENA region to do so for 20 unique APIs. This milestone enhances connectivity, interoperability, and system portability. e& UAE’s Developer Portal offers free access to standardized APIs, fostering innovation. This certification underscores e& UAE’s commitment to digital transformation and technological excellence.
Robi Axiata achieved a 341% year-on-year profit growth in Q2 2023, reaching Tk 1.07 billion, driven by revenue growth and cost efficiency. Despite economic and regulatory challenges, the telecom operator reduced its cost of revenue, expanded its subscriber base, and heavily invested in network improvements, while preparing for future market impacts.
Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) reported a 62% increase in H1 net income to AED269 million, despite a 3% revenue drop. EBITDA surged 25%, driven by growth in key segments. Yahsat’s strong cash position and future contracts secure long-term financial stability amid strategic pivots and upcoming satellite launches.
Maroc Telecom’s H1 2024 results show a 5.1% increase in customers to 78.4 million and a 0.9% rise in revenues, driven by Moov Africa. Mobile Data and Fiber Optics revenues surged, offsetting declines in Morocco. The Group maintains a strong EBITDA margin and significant investments, with stable 2024 forecasts despite litigation impacts.
