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Al Salam Bank reported a significant increase in financial performance for the first half of 2025. The bank's net profits attributable to shareholders rose by 32.1% to BD 37.4 million (USD 99.1 million) compared to the same period in 2024. Earnings per share also increased to 11.1 fils (USD 29.5 cents) from 9.3 fils (USD 24.7 cents) in the previous year. Total comprehensive income grew by 4.5% to BD 41.6 million (USD 110.4 million). The bank's total assets increased by 10.7% to BD 7.82 billion (USD 20.74 billion), and total shareholders' equity rose by 11.6% to BD 402.5 million (USD 1.07 billion). Financing assets and customer deposits also showed growth, with increases of 8.3% and 7.1%, respectively. The bank maintained a strong capital adequacy ratio of 25.2%. The Chairman, Shaikh Khalid bin Mustahail Al Mashani, and CEO, Rafik Nayed, attributed the growth to strong core operations, disciplined risk management, and strategic investments in digital innovation and regional capabilities. They emphasized a focus on long-term value creation and sustainable growth amid a challenging global environment.

The financial data for Al Salam Bank B.S.C. includes various types of financing and placements, both Sharia-compliant and non-Sharia-compliant. Key figures in Bahraini Dinar (BHD) thousands are as follows: Placements with financial institutions amount to 523,699 with Sharia income of 14,255. Murabaha financing totals 1,262,182 with Sharia income of 43,054. Mudaraba financing stands at 618,839 with Sharia income of 17,742. Finance lease assets are 1,598,678 with Sharia income of 49,283. Musharaka financing is 30,681 with Sharia income of 931. Salam financing is 304,742 with Sharia income of 9,020, and Istisna financing is 125,596 with Sharia income of 3,606. Credit card figures are 24,389 with no Sharia income. Placements from financial institutions and individuals amount to 148,490 with a negative Sharia income of 5,009. Customers' current accounts total 1,468,183, and Murabaha term financing is 960,000 with a negative Sharia income of 21,206. The equity of investment account holders is 4,302,316 with a negative Sharia income of 72,787. The balance sheet and income statement are as of 30 June 2025.

Salik Company PJSC, Dubai's exclusive toll gate operator, reported a 39.5% year-on-year increase in revenue for the first half of 2025, reaching AED 1.53 billion. The company's EBITDA rose by 44.2% to AED 1.07 billion, with a margin of 69.7%. Net profit increased by 41.5% to AED 770.9 million. Total chargeable trips for H1 2025 were 318.4 million. The Board of Directors proposed a cash dividend of AED 770.9 million, equivalent to 10.278 fils per share, representing 100% of H1 2025 profit. Salik upgraded its full-year 2025 guidance, expecting revenue growth of 34-36% and EBITDA margins of 68.5-69.5%, driven by strong revenue growth and cost efficiencies. The introduction of variable pricing and two new gates contributed to the positive results. Active registered accounts increased by 8.5% year-on-year to 2.7 million.

The document is the condensed interim financial statements of Salik Company P.J.S.C. for the three-month and six-month periods ending on June 30, 2025. These statements are unaudited.

The Board of Directors of Al Firdous (P.J.S.C.) held a meeting on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM. During the meeting, the board conducted a periodic review of the tasks and functions performed by the Board of Directors and those delegated to Senior Executive Management. They also reviewed the obligations of executive and non-executive board members as per Article 11 of the Board of Directors of the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) No. 7/R for 2016. Additionally, the responsibilities of the Board Chairman were reviewed according to Article 42 of the same regulation. The board decided not to provide any remuneration to the members or the chairman for attending board or committee meetings, as these meetings occur on the same day.

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.

The Board of Directors of Amlak Finance PJSC is scheduled to make decisions by circulation on Monday, 18 August 2025, at 9 am. These decisions pertain to regular and internal matters. This notification was sent to Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market, by Lama Takieddin, Head of Corporate Governance and Board Secretary. A copy of the notification was also sent to the Securities & Commodities Authority.