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The annual dividend for Borouge, part of ADNOC Group (ADNOC), has reached 6.7 per cent based on the closing price on March 7 2025, offering strong investor returns and reinforcing the company’s attractive dividend profile.
Borouge’s financial results for 2024 underline the petrochemicals company’s resilience and profitability, with net earnings of AED4.5 billion ($1.24 billion), marking a 24 per cent year-on-year increase. The company also reported an industry-leading EBITDA margin of 41 per cent, further cementing its reputation as one of the most efficient and profitable players in the petrochemicals sector.
Shareholders of Borouge are expected to approve a AED2.4 billion ($650 million) cash dividend for the second half of 2024 at the company’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 7 2025. The final payment will bring Borouge’s total dividends for the year to AED4.8 billion ($1.3 billion), reinforcing its position as an attractive investment opportunity in the region. Investors seeking eligibility for the final dividend must hold Borouge shares by 15 April 2025, with payments set for distribution on 28 April 2025.
Hazeem Sultan Al Suwaidi, CEO of Borouge, said: “This is an exciting time for Borouge shareholders, as the company continues to deliver strong dividends, underscoring our commitment to driving value for our shareholders. With a solid business model and continuous innovation, Borouge remains a strong contender for investors looking for value opportunities.”
Beyond its strong dividend profile, Borouge’s growth is poised to accelerate following the recently announced merger of Borouge and OMV’s Borealis to create Borouge Group International, and acquisition of NOVA Chemicals. The corporate consolidation will create the world’s fourth-largest polyolefins company, valued at more than AED220 billion (US$60 billion), significantly enhancing Borouge’s global profile.
The newly formed Borouge Group International is expected to benefit from a higher dividend payout, expanded market access, advanced technological capabilities, and complementary product lines. With commercial and manufacturing operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, Borouge Group International’s presence in the global petrochemicals industry is set to strengthen, offering further opportunities for growth and value creation.