MTR posts $7.7b profit in H1

It is also moving ahead with new railway projects worth around $140b.

MTR Corporation posted a net profit of $7.7b for the first half of 2025, including recurring earnings from transportation and property leasing, and one-off property development gains.

The company is moving ahead with new railway projects worth around $140b, including the Tung Chung Line Extension, Tuen Mun South Extension, Oyster Bay Station, Hung Shui Kiu Station, and Kwu Tung Station.

The Northern Link Main Line and Spur Line are planned for completion by 2034. About $20b has already been spent.

MTR continues to use its “Rail plus Property” model, investing returns from property developments into railway operations, maintenance, and upgrades. Profits from THE SOUTHSIDE Package 5 and LOHAS Park Package 12 are expected in the second half of 2025.

Rail ridership in Hong Kong exceeded 960 million in the first half, boosted by increased cross-boundary travel with Mainland China. The company is expanding its Mainland China and international businesses, including an investment in CRRC Guangdong Co., Ltd.

MTR is applying AI, big data, and drone technology to railway construction and maintenance, supporting innovation and efficiency.

The board declared an interim dividend of $0.42 per share.