e& revenue grows 18.7% to Dh16.9 billion in first quarter 

e& has delivered a strong start to 2025, continuing its trajectory of growth and digital leadership. The group posted strong performance across key financial indicators, reflecting the strength of its strategy and rising impact as a global technology group.

Consolidated revenue increased to Dh16.9 billion, growing 18.7 per cent year-on-year (YoY), while consolidated net profit increased to Dh5.4 billion — a growth of 129.9 per cent compared to the same period last year. The Group’s EBITDA reached Dh7.4 billion, growing 15.4 per cent YoY.

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The group’s total subscriber base reached 194.8 million, an increase of 12.9 per cent YoY, while the number of e& UAE subscribers reached 15.3 million, underscoring the continued demand for e&’s next-generation connectivity, AI-powered solutions, and innovative digital experiences.

Hatem Dowidar, Group Chief Executive Officer of e&, said: “Q1 2025 marks another milestone in e&’s journey, with a strong performance across all fronts. We are translating our ambition into measurable performance via achieving robust financial performance, retaining our network leadership, scaling our footprint across high-potential markets and optimising our assets profile to create a sustainable value for our shareholders.”