‎Amanat unveils long-term growth strategy, updates dividend policy

‎<p ><span ><span class="ckeCaption" ><img src="https://argaamplus.s3.amazonaws.com/678b6f98-a390-44d2-a03f-f1dc560865ea.png" ><br> Amanat Holdings logo</span></span></p> <hr> <p ><span ><span ><span >DFM-listed Amanat Holdings has launched a new long-term growth strategy targeting accelerated expansion in the healthcare and education sectors in the region, along with a new dividend policy.<br> <br> According to a company statement, the strategy, approved by the board at its meeting yesterday, focuses on disciplined capital allocation, operational excellence, and responsible growth. </span></span></span></p> <p ><span ><span ><span >Amanat intends to continue expanding its healthcare and education operations through organic growth, developing new projects, and selective acquisitions.<br> <br> The company is planning to invest about AED 1.5 billion over the next three years in high-return opportunities, including expanding the leadership of Cambridge Health Group in post-acute care and rehabilitation. This was in addition to executing well-considered regional and international acquisitions to strengthen the company's market position and deliver long-term sustainable value. </span></span></span></p> <p ><span ><span ><span >The plan also supports growth in the education pathway, across higher and specialized education, and selective opportunities from kindergarten to Grade 12.<br> <br> Amanat reaffirmed its commitment to evaluating investment opportunities based on strict financial and strategic criteria, targeting a return on equity of no less than 10% while maintaining a strong, flexible balance sheet.<br> <br> Under the adopted strategy, Amanat’s board also approved a three-year dividend policy that aims to pay a minimum annual dividend of 7% of issued share capital, equal to 7 fils per share, on a semi-annual basis, subject to cash flow availability and regulatory approvals.<br> <br> The board additionally approved up to AED 70 million in funding for 100%-owned subsidiary Cambridge Health Group to support the development of the Al Malaz project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of Amanat’s strategic regional expansion plans.<br> <br> The strategy is built around six primary pillars: boosting market presence through organic growth; disciplined investment; consolidating regional leadership; maintaining financial discipline; creating sustainable returns for shareholders; and maximizing long-term shareholder value.</span></span></span></p>

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30th July 2026

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