Amlak Finance's Strategic Moves to Tackle Losses
Amlak Finance takes decisive steps to address accumulated losses and enhance operational flexibility.
Summary
Amlak Finance is actively addressing its accumulated losses through strategic asset sales and negotiations to exit its Common Terms Agreement, aiming for improved operational flexibility and growth opportunities.
Amlak Finance P.J.S.C, a prominent finance company in the United Arab Emirates, has recently announced significant strategic initiatives to address its accumulated losses and enhance its operational flexibility. The company's accumulated losses, which were primarily due to the fair value loss of investment properties, have seen a substantial reduction from AED 2.3 billion as of December 31, 2020, to AED 258 million by the end of 2023. This remarkable reduction highlights Amlak's commitment to financial recovery and stability.
In a move to further streamline its financial standing, Amlak has embarked on negotiations with its financiers to exit the Common Terms Agreement. This strategic decision aims to provide the company with greater operational flexibility, allowing it to better position itself for future growth opportunities. The successful negotiations have led to a repayment agreement, under which Amlak plans to settle its outstanding obligations by 2026 through the planned sale of certain assets.
To facilitate this plan, Amlak has obtained shareholder approval to proceed with the sale of some investment properties and investments located outside the United Arab Emirates. This decision was ratified during the General Assemblies held on March 24 and April 21, 2025. The strategic asset sales are expected to significantly improve the company's liquidity position and enable it to focus on core business areas.
Additionally, Amlak has addressed foreign currency translation reserve losses, amounting to AED 96 million and AED 242 million, by reclassifying them to accumulated losses upon repatriation of funds from its subsidiary in Egypt to the UAE. This move is part of a broader strategy to consolidate the company's financials and enhance transparency.
Given Amlak's proactive measures and the significant reduction in accumulated losses, the company's outlook appears cautiously optimistic. However, the success of these initiatives will depend on the effective execution of asset sales and the company's ability to capitalize on new growth opportunities. Investors should closely monitor Amlak's progress in these areas and consider a 'hold' position for now, as the company navigates through its strategic transition.
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The form outlines the compliance requirements for companies listed on the market with accumulated losses amounting to 20% or more of their paid-up capital, as per the SCA Board of Directors’ Decision No. (32/R.M.) of 2019. As of August 13, 2025, Amlak Finance PJSC reported accumulated losses of AED 213 million, representing 14% of its paid-up capital, primarily due to fair value loss of investment properties. These losses have decreased significantly from AED 2.3 billion in December 2020 to AED 258 million in December 2023. In 2024 and early 2025, Amlak reclassified foreign currency translation reserve losses from its Egyptian subsidiary to accumulated losses. The company is negotiating with financiers to exit the Common Terms Agreement to enhance operational flexibility and pursue growth opportunities. A repayment agreement has been reached, with plans to settle obligations by 2026 through asset sales. Shareholders approved the sale of certain investment properties and investments outside the UAE and the transfer of the legal reserve balance in General Assembly meetings held in March, April, and June 2025.
