What is Aldar?
Founded in 2005, Aldar has established itself as a leading force in the United Arab Emirates' real estate sector. The company's operations span development, sales, investment, construction, and management of a diverse portfolio of properties. Aldar's strategic focus on high-value real estate projects positions it as a key player in the economic development of Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE, attracting substantial enterprise-level backing for its ambitious ventures.
How much funding has Aldar raised?
Aldar has raised a total of $6.3B across 3 funding rounds:
Unspecified
$1.4B
Debt
$2.5B
Stock/Share Issuance
$1B
Unspecified (2022): $1.4B with participation from Apollo Global Management
Debt (2025): $2.5B led by RAKBANK, Intesa Sanpaolo, Dubai Islamic Bank, Al Mashreq, Bank of China, Ajman Bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Emirates Islamic Bank PJSC, Emirates NBD, Sharjah Islamic Bank, Citi, HSBC, J P Morgan Investment Management, and National Bank of Kuwait (Lebanon) SAL
Stock/Share Issuance (2026): $1B supported by Apollo
Key Investors in Aldar
Apollo
Apollo Global Management is a major U.S.-based alternative asset manager specializing in private markets and alternative investments, known for its significant backing of large-scale enterprises.
Apollo Global Management
Apollo Global Management is a major U.S.-based alternative asset manager specializing in private markets and alternative investments, known for its significant backing of large-scale enterprises.
What's next for Aldar?
The substantial enterprise-level funding and recent strategic investment signal Aldar's intent to further expand its market presence and undertake significant new projects. This influx of capital is likely to fuel further development, potentially in large-scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use properties, reinforcing Aldar's position as a dominant entity in the UAE real estate landscape. The company's ability to attract major investment suggests strong investor confidence in its long-term strategy and execution capabilities.
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