International Holding Company (IHC) Q2 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for the six months ended 30 June 2026 rose to AED 64.86 billion, up 34.6% year-over-year, with gross profit increasing to AED 16.77 billion from AED 11.90 billion.

• Net profit attributable to owners reached AED 17.91 billion, a 115% increase from AED 8.31 billion in the prior year period.

• Profit after tax surged 195.6% to AED 26.2 billion in H1 2026.

• Total assets grew to AED 469.67 billion as of 30 June 2026, up from AED 428.60 billion at year-end 2025.

• The group completed several acquisitions and landmark transactions, including Baobab S.A., PI9 SARL, First Women Bank Limited, Lantania Aguas S.L., and Traverse Midstream Partners LLC.

Financial highlights

• Revenue: AED 64.86 billion for H1 2026, up from AED 48.22 billion year-over-year.

• Gross profit: AED 16.77 billion, up from AED 11.90 billion year-over-year.

• Net profit: AED 26.23 billion, up from AED 10.80 billion year-over-year.

• Basic and diluted EPS: AED 8.21 for H1 2026, compared to AED 2.49 in H1 2025.

• Total equity: AED 268.27 billion as of 30 June 2026, up from AED 250.70 billion at year-end 2025.

Outlook and guidance

• Management is actively monitoring geopolitical tensions in the Middle East but remains confident in operational resilience.

• The group enters H2 2026 with a diversified portfolio, substantial liquidity, and a focus on selective capital deployment.

• Emphasis remains on sectors with high conviction, capable management, and clear value creation pathways.

• Diversification and balance-sheet strength are seen as mitigating factors against external risks.