Saudi Press

Saudi Arabia and the world
Sunday, Apr 05, 2026

Rafal records solid operating and financial performance in H1 2022, confirms resilience of the business model

Rafal records solid operating and financial performance in H1 2022, confirms resilience of the business model

As it prepares to launch new residential communities and mixed-use developments in Riyadh, RAFAL Real Estate Development Company, a renowned high-end private real estate developer in Saudi Arabia, has reported strong financial performance in the first half of 2022.
RAFAL Real Estate Development Company recorded high EBITDA, net income, and ROCE performances, underpinned by strong momentum and Rafal’s transformation plan. During the first half (H1) of 2022, the overall debt declined by 35%, with a 1% D/E debt-to-equity ratio that is projected to fall below 0.5 % by the end of 2022.

“Given the outstanding success in the first half of 2022, together with a more resilient operating model, a progressive strategic plan, and a dedicated team with commendable skills, we are set for a an exceptional turnaround year”. Elias Abousamra the CEO of Rafal added that Rafal has land bank of around 1.1 million square meters and high liquidity levels to fuel a promising pipeline of residential communities and mixed-use developments in Riyadh, in addition to partnerships with a number of mega projects under Vision 2030.

The statement clarified that one of the most prominent current projects is Al-Nayfa, which is in the north-east of Riyadh, where the company is currently preparing to deliver the ready units from phase one, which has been fully sold; on the other hand, the units of the second phase of Al-Nayfah project will be made available for sale in the coming weeks. Al-Nayfah is a fully gated community consisting of 204 residential units of four types of duplexes, which offers modernity, comfort, and excellence.

Rafal is also launching a unique retail project adjacent to Al-Nayfah community with a different character and modern designs, under the name " The Last Exit," a complex with unique and distinct restaurants, cafes, shops, libraries, and other entertainment venues, designed with the latest international and local specifications in mind.

The residential project "Alegria" within the Al Narjes neighbourhood, which will be unveiled in the last quarter of this year, plans to build 114 villas and 126 apartments. "Rafal" mentioned numerous other projects that are in the pipeline as well. It is noteworthy that the company has completed the development and execution of the project's infrastructure and has taken into account neighbourhood humanization in line with the objectives of Kingdom's Vision 2030.

Elias Abousamra added that he strives to support Vision 2030’s goal of increasing Saudi home ownership by 70% through its current and future landmark projects and is committed to developing young Saudi talents by establishing "RAFAL Academy," which strives to build and hone the talents and skills of the local youth.

It is noteworthy that "Rafal Real Estate Development Co" is one of the leading companies providing integrated and cutting-edge solutions to the real estate sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The company works in residential, hospitality, and commercial real estate development, providing primary support services, including selling, leasing, investment, and project management.
Newsletter

Related Articles

Saudi Press
0:00
0:00
Close
Saudi Arabia Unveils Ambition to Establish Prestigious Global Prize Rivaling the Nobel
Saudi Crown Prince to Engage Wall Street in Push for Investment and Economic Expansion
Iran Accuses Saudi Arabia and UAE After Downing of Chinese-Made Drone
Saudi Arabia Condemns Attack on Hospital in Sudan, Calls for Protection of Civilians
Coordinated Drone Strike Targets CIA Facility Within US Embassy in Saudi Arabia
Italy’s Meloni Prioritises Energy Security and Strait of Hormuz Stability During Gulf Tour
Uncertainty Emerges Over Timeline and Direction of Saudi Arabia’s Ambitious Ski Resort Project
UAE and Saudi Arabia Escalate Strategy with Drone Operations Targeting Iran
Trump Delivers Characteristic Remarks on Saudi Crown Prince Amid Intensifying Iran Conflict
Drone Strike on US Embassy in Riyadh Caused Greater Damage Than First Reported
Saudi Arabia Introduces Flexible Solutions for Expired Visas Amid Regional Disruptions
Saudi Arabia’s Online Car Market Accelerates with AI Pricing and Fully Digital Buying Experience
Saudi Arabia Reassesses Defence Strategy as Iranian Drone Threat Drives Shift in Military Partnerships
Drone Strikes Target Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain as Regional Conflict Intensifies
Japan and Saudi Arabia Align Efforts to Ease Rising Tensions with Iran
Saudi Crown Prince and Italy’s Meloni Strengthen Strategic Ties in High-Level Talks
SpaceX Explores Potential Five Billion Dollar Investment from Saudi Sovereign Wealth Fund Ahead of IPO
Saudi Arabia Lifts Key Import Barriers to Expand Access for U.S. Beef Exports
Saudi Arabia Enforces Strict Travel Penalties for Visits to Restricted Countries
Italy’s Meloni Embarks on Strategic Gulf Tour to Address Energy Security and Regional Stability
Saudi Film Festival Rescheduled to Summer as Regional Tensions Continue
Saudi Arabia Reports Forty Two Point Six Billion Dollars in Foreign Tourist Spending in 2025
Saudi Crown Prince and Russian President Hold Strategic Call on Escalating Regional Crisis
Saudi Arabia Advances Rail Network as Strategic Alternative to Strait of Hormuz Shipping Route
Ruanyun Edai Launches Saudi Arabia Hub With Forecast of Ten Percent Revenue Growth
Greek Defence Minister Visits Troops in Saudi Arabia Following Successful Missile Interception
Saudi Arabia Expands Global Strategy With Focus on African Critical Minerals
SpaceX Explores Potential Five Billion Dollar Investment From Saudi Fund Ahead of Possible IPO
US Central Command Dismisses Iranian Claim of Mass Casualties Among American Personnel in Saudi Arabia
Co-Diagnostics to Establish Molecular Diagnostics Facility in Saudi Arabia Through Joint Venture
Trump Engages Saudi Crown Prince in Talks on Potential Iran Ceasefire
Saudi Arabia’s Sadara Suspends Operations as Supply Chain Disruptions Intensify
Saudi Arabia Accelerates Energy Shift by Trading Oil Revenues for Battery Investments
Saudi Arabia Introduces Flexible Options for Expired Visas Amid Regional Disruptions
Online Narratives Surge as Iran–US Tensions Spill Into Digital Arena Following Trump Remarks
Saudi Arabia Urges Trump to Seize Strategic Moment as UAE Weighs Ground Deployment
Saudi Arabia Redirects Nearly One Million Barrels of Oil Daily Away from Strait of Hormuz
Saudi Arabia Carries Out Execution of Businessman Linked to 2011 Qatif Unrest
Ukraine–Saudi Defense Pact Signals Rising Demand for Battlefield Expertise
Saudi Arabia Balances Diplomacy and Defense Preparedness Amid Iran Conflict
Iran Conflict Reshapes Strategic Calculations in U.S.-Saudi Relations
Saudi Arabia Voices Caution as Trump’s Assertive War Strategy Reshapes Regional Dynamics
Saudi Arabia Updates Travel Advisory as Regional Conflict Intensifies
Saudi Arabia’s Sadara Suspends Petrochemical Production as Conflict Disrupts Operations
Iran Urges Saudi Arabia to Remove US Forces Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
Gulf Allies Urge Trump to Sustain Campaign Until Iran Is Fully Defeated
Saudi Arabia Unveils Strategic Rail Freight Corridors Connecting Gulf Ports to Jordan
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Drones and Ballistic Missiles in Major Defensive Operation
Houthi Escalation Opens New Front in Expanding Iran-Linked Conflict
Major Saudi Chemical Plant Halts Operations Amid Regional Conflict Disruptions
×