Abu Dhabi’s IHC Reports Strong Growth in Q1 2026
International Holding Company, also known as IHC, reported a major increase in profits during the first quarter of 2026. The Abu Dhabi-based investment company posted a net profit of $2.2 billion (AED 8.2 billion), showing a 98.5% rise compared to the same period last year. The strong growth was supported by good performance across many of the company’s business sectors.
In the first three months of 2026, IHC generated revenue of $8.5 billion (AED 31.4 billion). This was a 33.2% increase year-on-year. The company said the growth came from strong business operations, investment income, and careful management across its wide portfolio of companies and investments.
The company’s earnings per share also increased sharply. Earnings per share reached 63 cents (AED 2.32), which was 246.3% higher than the same period in 2025. This reflects the company’s improving financial strength and rising profitability.
IHC’s total assets grew by 3.9% to reach $121.2 billion (AED 445.3 billion). At the same time, the company improved its return on equity to 17.8%, showing that it is using its capital more efficiently to generate profits.
The real estate and construction sector was the biggest contributor to revenue during the quarter. This segment generated $2.9 billion (AED 10.8 billion), supported by ongoing development projects and strong construction activity. The marine and dredging business also performed well, contributing $1.9 billion (AED 6.9 billion). Growth in this sector was driven by continued demand in both local and international markets.
The energy and mining division added $1.5 billion (AED 5.4 billion) in revenue. The company said this growth came from expansion in mining projects and energy-related operations.
IHC’s hospitality and leisure business generated $735 million (AED 2.7 billion), helped by stronger operational performance and increased activity across its assets. Meanwhile, services and other business segments contributed $463 million (AED 1.7 billion), showing the benefits of the group’s diversified business model.
The food segment brought in $436 million (AED 1.6 billion), supported by the company’s agriculture and food production operations. Financial services contributed $354 million (AED 1.3 billion) as IHC continued expanding its financial platforms and investments.
Technology also remained an important growth area for the group. The technology segment generated $272 million (AED 1 billion), driven by growth in digital businesses and technology-focused operations.
IHC is currently one of the world’s largest investment companies, with a market value of around $232.7 billion (AED 855 billion). The company continues to expand across multiple industries, including real estate, energy, technology, food production, hospitality, and financial services. Its strong Q1 2026 results highlight the company’s growing global presence and diversified business strength.
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