Shahjalal Islami Bank profit jumps 118%, declares 13% cash dividend
The bank’s shares responded positively on the Dhaka Stock Exchange, rising 2.29% today to close at Tk17.90.
Shahjalal Islami Bank has reported a sharp rise in profitability for 2025, driven by strong growth in investment income and improved operational performance, while announcing a higher cash dividend for its shareholders.
According to the bank's latest price sensitive disclosure, its consolidated net profit surged 118% year-on-year to Tk368 crore in 2025, up from Tk169 crore in the previous year.
The robust earnings performance lifted consolidated earnings per share (EPS) to Tk3.31, compared with Tk1.52 a year earlier.
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The bank also reported improved financial strength, with consolidated net asset value per share rising to Tk23.07 from Tk21.09 in 2024. Meanwhile, consolidated net operating cash flow per share increased to Tk12.28 from Tk8.03, reflecting stronger cash generation from core operations.
On the back of this improved performance, the board of directors recommended a 13% cash dividend for the year, up from 10% cash dividend declared in 2024. The decision was taken at a board meeting held today (8 April).
The bank attributed the strong profit growth mainly to higher net investment income, increased earnings from shares and securities, and a rise in other operating income. Improved cash flow was supported by higher investment income and increased placements with banks and financial institutions.
To approve the audited financial statements and dividend, the bank has scheduled its annual general meeting for 24 May, with the record date set for 30 April.
Market analysts view the strong earnings growth and higher dividend as positive signals for investors, particularly at a time when the banking sector is navigating various economic challenges.
The bank's shares responded positively on the Dhaka Stock Exchange, rising 2.29% today to close at Tk17.90.
As of March, sponsor-directors held 43.08% of the bank's shares, while institutional investors owned 24.25%. General investors accounted for the remaining 32.67%, indicating a balanced ownership structure.
