13-05-2025
AlAbraaj Announces Strong Profits
TDT | Manama
AlAbraaj Restaurants Group B.S.C. has announced a strong start to the year, reporting sustained profitability and advancing its strategic expansion plans. The company's Board of Directors met on Monday and approved a dividend payout of 60 percent of first quarter profits to shareholders, underlining its confidence in the business outlook.
Solid financials
The group recorded a net profit before associated income of BD146,982 for the three months ended March 31, reflecting a 1.8 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Net profit after associated income rose by 7.1 percent to BD125,810. Revenue for the quarter reached BD3,582,260, reflecting the anticipated seasonal impact of Ramadan and the temporary refurbishment of two outlets, both of which have since successfully resumed operations.
Total assets stood at BD27,318,014 with total equity holding firm at BD14,519,517, demonstrating the company's strong balance sheet and financial stability.
Expansion initiatives
AlAbraaj Restaurants Group is pushing ahead with an aggressive expansion strategy. Three new outlets have opened in Bahrain, including the Camel Club Café at Al Liwan in Hamala on Monday, Lumee at Bahrain City Centre, and Orso, a new Italian dining concept, at The Avenues Bahrain.
Additionally, the group has established a wholly owned subsidiary in Saudi Arabia, with plans to open a flagship restaurant in Riyadh in 2026. The regional footprint was further strengthened with the launch of a YaSalam franchise at Jeddah Airport in March.
Cost management success
Despite challenging market conditions, the company has maintained profitability through stringent cost control measures. Finance costs were reduced by 27.22 percent, supported by a strategic partial principal payment of BD3 million following the company's IPO. AlAbraaj said these measures reflect its commitment to financial discipline while pursuing growth across Bahrain and the wider GCC region.
The company remains confident in its ability to leverage its strong financial position to support ongoing investments and expansion plans.
The group announced that all branches across Bahrain are fully operational, following successful refurbishments that enhanced service offerings and improved customer experience during the first quarter.
AlAbraaj celebrated the opening of three new outlets in Bahrain, reflecting its commitment to introducing fresh concepts and strengthening its leadership position in the Kingdom's dynamic dining scene.
The company's establishment of a wholly owned subsidiary in Saudi Arabia was described as a major step forward in its regional expansion strategy, with the upcoming Riyadh flagship restaurant poised to anchor its growing footprint in the Kingdom.
AlAbraaj reaffirmed that its substantial asset base and strong equity levels provide a powerful platform to support its ambitious growth agenda, allowing it to capitalise on emerging opportunities and deliver sustained value to stakeholders.
