The Emirates Group has reported its strongest financial performance in history, posting a record profit before tax of AED 22.7 billion (US$ 6.2 billion) for the financial year ending 31 March 2025.
This positions it as the most profitable aviation group globally for the 2024-25 period, with Emirates airline leading the charge as the world’s most profitable airline.
Driven by sustained demand for air travel and logistics, the Group achieved record-breaking figures across key metrics: revenue surged to AED 145.4 billion (US$ 39.6 billion), EBITDA reached AED 42.2 billion (US$ 11.5 billion), and cash assets climbed to AED 53.4 billion (US$ 14.6 billion).
Emirates airline posted a historic pre-tax profit of AED 21.2 billion (US$ 5.8 billion) and revenue of AED 127.9 billion (US$ 34.9 billion), while dnata, the Group’s ground handling and services arm, reported a record AED 1.6 billion (US$ 430 million) profit before tax.
The Group declared a dividend of AED 6.0 billion (US$ 1.6 billion) to its owner, the Investment Corporation of Dubai. Even after accounting for the UAE’s new corporate tax regime, net profit stood at AED 20.5 billion (US$ 5.6 billion).
Chairman and Chief Executive HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum credited the performance to long-term strategic planning, investment in people and technology, and Dubai’s supportive business ecosystem. Emirates expanded its fleet, network, and customer offerings, while dnata increased its global footprint and operational capabilities.
Looking ahead, the Group remains bullish, with major investments planned in fleet expansion, cargo infrastructure, and the development of Al Maktoum International Airport. With a growing workforce of over 121,000, Emirates Group is poised to build on its momentum in 2025-26.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
