en.Wedoany.com Reported - stc Group announced its fiscal year results for the period ending December 31, 2025, with revenue reaching SAR 77.8 billion, a year-on-year increase of 2.5%, setting a new historical high. Excluding non-recurring items, the Group's net profit grew by 12.5%, demonstrating the resilience of its business model and the effectiveness of its sustainable growth strategy.
Gross profit stood at SAR 37.7 billion, and operating profit reached SAR 14.4 billion. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) amounted to approximately SAR 24.5 billion, growing by 6.1% after excluding non-recurring items, primarily driven by improved operational efficiency and strict control over costs and capital expenditure. The Group announced a dividend of SAR 0.55 per share for the fourth quarter of 2025, in line with the approved dividend policy.
Alongside strong financial performance, stc Group continued to increase investment in employee capabilities and skills training. Over the past year, the Group achieved results in talent development through channels such as the Partner Development Program, on-the-job internships, and stc Academy. The Group also sponsored the Human Capability Initiative Conference, where it launched a public training platform aimed at equipping national talent with the skills required for the future labor market, reflecting its commitment to building digital capabilities and enhancing competitiveness.
In supporting major events, stc played a key role during religious seasons such as Hajj and Umrah, as well as international events. Leveraging its reliable digital infrastructure, the Group provided support for national forums and major events, helping key industries improve their readiness. stc offered advanced connectivity solutions and digital services meeting the highest international standards, solidifying Saudi Arabia's position as a leading destination in multiple sectors. These efforts, combined with brand influence, reinforced stc's role as a leading regional digital enabler.
Eng. Olayan bin Mohammed Alwetaid, CEO of stc Group, stated that the results demonstrate the Group's ability to achieve sustainable profitable growth while diversifying revenue sources and strengthening digital infrastructure. He revealed that during the year, the Group expanded its network to over 10,800 5G sites and 3.75 million fiber-to-the-home connections, and completed the first regional trial of 7 GHz spectrum, gaining experience for 6G technology.
During the year, STC Bank's customer base exceeded 8 million, and the Group signed strategic partnerships to build a dedicated data center with a capacity of 1 gigawatt. Additionally, stc signed strategic agreements worth tens of billions of riyals for digital infrastructure and issued $2 billion in sukuk, with a subscription multiple exceeding 4 times, reflecting investor confidence in the Group's financial health.
In terms of sustainability, stc's MSCI rating was upgraded to AA, and it received EFQM Five-Star certification. stc was ranked the strongest brand in the Middle East for the sixth consecutive year. According to the Brand Finance 2026 report, the Group ranked first among the strongest brands in the Middle East, third among the strongest telecom brands globally, and ninth among the most valuable telecom brands worldwide, thereby entering the top ten global telecom companies by brand value. This ranking reflects the Group's strong international market presence and the trust of investors and customers, reaffirming its commitment to innovation and investment in digital infrastructure and advanced technologies. These achievements combine strong financial performance, capability development, and digital leadership, solidifying stc's position as a key partner supporting sustainable development.
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