Zain Bahrain (BSE: ZAINBH), a telecommunications industry innovator in the Kingdom, announced its financial results for the second quarter (Q2 2025) and 1st Half of 2025.
Zain Bahrain reported a total profit attributable to the shareholders of BD 1.37 million for the three months ended 30 June 2025, representing an increase of 1% from BD 1.35 million in Q2 2024. Basic and diluted earnings per share remained stable at 4 fils. Revenue increased to BD 20.24 million representing a growth of 6.9% compared to BD 18.93 million in Q2 2024. EBITDA for Q2 2025 decreased by 6.3% reaching BD 5.71 million from BD 6.09 million in Q2 2024.
For the six months ended 30 June 2025, Zain Bahrain reported a total profit attributable to the shareholders of BD 2.54 million, representing a 4.8% increase from BD 2.42 million in H1 2024. Basic and diluted earnings per share for H1 2025 remained stable at 7 fils. Revenue for H1 2025 reached BD 41.25 million, an increase of 7.3% compared to BD 38.44 million for the same period in 2024. EBITDA for H1 2025 decreased by 5.9% to BD 11.09 million from BD 11.79 million for the same period in 2024.
Zain Bahrain's balance sheet remains strong with a total equity of BD 87.19 million as of 30 June 2025, compared to BD 88.12 million for the year ended 31 December 2024, a slight decrease of 1.1%. The Company's asset base stood at BD 133.32 million as of 30 June 2025, a reduction of 6.1% from BD 141.91 million as of 31 December 2024.
Commenting on the results, His Excellency Shaikh Ahmed bin Ali Al Khalifa, Zain Bahrain Chairman, said: "As we mark the midpoint of 2025, I am proud to share with you Zain’s initiatives and results progress, which has strengthened our position as a national leader in innovation, youth empowerment, and customer experience. We have achieved a remarkable growth with strong performance across all key indicators, including revenue, net income, and customer base. This impressive performance is a direct result of the company's forward-thinking strategy and relentless commitment to drive innovation, enabling a prosperous digital future for its customers.
Turning to our digital transformation journey, we have made significant advancements in our digital services and business operations by integrating AI solutions across many of our operational units, enhancing efficiency, and driving more informed decision-making. Additionally, Zain Bahrain continues to broaden its portfolio of offerings, solutions, and partnerships for its enterprise customers, enabling the company to secure multiple major ICT deals and deliver cutting-edge connectivity solutions.
It is also noteworthy to reiterate that we have recently updated Zain Building design to create a more inclusive and diverse workplace environment that supports the varied needs and abilities of our employees and visitors which comes as part of Zain Bahrain’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion.
Zain Bahrain is also honored to be the first telecom company to join the national 'Employee Loyalty Rewards' program, an initiative that redefines recognition and motivation while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace where Bahrainis can thrive. Today, we are proud to maintain an outstanding 93% Bahrainization rate and to have trained and employed over 3,000 young Bahrainis, a clear testament to our unwavering commitment to the Kingdom's human capital and long-term development goals. This dedication has earned Zain Bahrain repeated recognition from the Ministry of Labor as one of the top 10 companies with the highest Bahraini employment rates."
Zain Bahrain Chairman continued: "Meanwhile, our innovative microfinance solutions app, Bede, continues to thrive and break new ground by expanding its services to new customer segments and enhancing its app experience, enabling customers to obtain funding from Bede within minutes.
Regarding customer experience, our customers remain at the heart of everything we do. Zain continually embraces the latest technologies and actively listens to customer feedback to better meet their evolving needs, delivering a seamless and enhanced digital experience."
The Chairman concluded: "As we conclude the first half of the year, we look to the future with great optimism and pride in the remarkable achievements we have accomplished. These milestones reaffirm our commitment to continuous development, excellence in performance, and innovation. Zain Bahrain will remain steadfast in its strategy of fostering a culture of ongoing growth while delivering a future-focused, exceptional experience that empowers our customers at every step and supports the Kingdom's sustainable and inclusive digital transformation."
The financial information and Zain Bahrain's financial results announcement press release are available on the Bahrain Bourse website: www.bahrainbourse.com.
Zain Bahrain’s Key Achievements in Q2 2025 included:
Customer Experience:
- Upgraded Wiyana Family Packages with an Exclusive Offer
Announced Wiyana Family packages exclusive offers, a unique offering that allows customers to win five new smartphones for each family member for four families.
Partnerships
- Strategic Support of the "Bahrainouna" Exhibition
Announced a strategic partnership with the Executive Office of the National Plan to Promote the Spirit of Belonging to the Nation and Reinforce the Values of Citizenship through active involvement in the "Bahrainouna" exhibition.
- Hosted a Cutting-Edge Event with Oregon Systems on High-Performance Computing and Cybersecurity Integration
Hosted its second high-impact event with its long-standing partner Oregon Systems, titled “HPC meets Cybersecurity: Protecting the Power of Performance.”
- Partnered with Orchid Developers to Provide High-Speed Connectivity for all Orchid Towers
Signed a new agreement with Orchid Developers, one of the first developers to offer freehold commercial and residential projects in Bahrain. The partnership will provide the tenants and residents of all Orchid Towers with ultra-high-speed internet, ensuring seamless connectivity and a superior digital experience.
Employees' Career and Professional Growth
- The First telco company to join the national "Loyalty Rewards" program
The only telco to partner with National Workplace Loyalty Rewards Program to Drive Employee Motivation and Retention. This innovative initiative reimagines how organizations recognize and motivate their employees.
- Partnered with Lumofy to Upskill Employees Through AI-Powered Talent Management Platform
Partnered with Lumofy, a Bahrain-based AI-powered talent management platform, to provide advanced learning opportunities for its employees. Zain Bahrain employees will gain access to an extensive digital library of more than 100,000 training courses through this initiative
- Celebrated the Graduation of CODE 2030 Tech Program Participants in Partnership with Tamkeen
Completed its transformative "CODE 2030" program in collaboration with the Labour Fund (Tamkeen). The 18-month program is designed to equip Bahraini youth with cutting-edge skills, high-level training courses, professional certifications, and on-the-job training rotations within Zain.
Source: https://www.zain.com/en/press-release/zain_bahrain_25q2
