Resilient Financial Performance and Disciplined Capital Allocation
Alef Education delivered resilient financial performance in FY2025, supported by long-term contractual visibility, operating efficiency, and the scalability of its technology platform.
Revenue reached AED 769.5 Mn., while EBITDA increased to AED 550.7 Mn., representing a margin of 71.6% and reflecting the operating leverage inherent in the Group’s platform model. Net profit for the year was AED 481.1 Mn., reflecting disciplined cost management and the operating leverage inherent in the Group’s platform architecture.
The Group remains debt-free and closed the year with cash and equivalents of AED 619.5 Mn. This liquidity provides flexibility to invest in platform capability, support international expansion, and sustain shareholder returns.
Dividend and Shareholder Returns
In line with the Group’s stated dividend policy, total dividends of AED 433.0 Mn. were proposed for FY2025, representing a 90% payout ratio of annual net profit.
An interim dividend of AED 209.0 Mn. was distributed during the year, and a final dividend of AED 224.0 Mn. has been proposed, subject to shareholder approval at the AGM.
The dividend is supported by earnings and operating cash flows. The Group’s recurring revenue profile and long-term public-sector mandates enhance cash flow predictability, enabling sustained distributions alongside continued reinvestment.
Capital Allocation Framework
Alef Education’s capital allocation framework remains focused on three priorities: continued investment in platform development, AI capability, and assessment infrastructure; selective expansion into new markets through system-level engagement; and distribution of dividends in line with policy.
Operating leverage remains a defining characteristic of the Group’s platform architecture. As the platform scales, incremental revenue contributes disproportionately to profitability due to the largely fixed nature of the underlying technology infrastructure. This structural feature supports margin resilience while preserving reinvestment capacity.
The extension of the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) mandate through 2033 further strengthens revenue visibility and underpins medium-term planning.
Alef Education enters the next financial year with a strong balance sheet, high earnings quality, and a clear capital framework that supports both growth and sustained shareholder returns. Alef Education's financial strength reflects the scalability of our solutions and the durability of our institutional partnerships, providing a strong foundation for continued investment and shareholder value.
xx March, 2026