GCB Bank PLC has announced a proposed final dividend of GHS 1.00 per share for the 2025 financial year, reinforcing its position as one of Ghana’s leading dividend-paying financial institutions and signaling strong earnings momentum.

The dividend recommendation, which has already received approval from the Bank of Ghana, will be presented to shareholders for final approval at the bank’s 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for April 17, 2026. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format, allowing participation both physically and virtually.

The proposed payout reflects the bank’s robust financial performance in 2025. Profit after tax surged to GHS 2.06 billion, driven by strong growth in interest income, improved asset quality, and solid trading performance.

The GHS 1.00 per share dividend continues a trend of consistent shareholder returns following the bank’s recent recovery and growth phase. It also underscores management’s confidence in the bank’s earnings capacity and capital strength.

At the upcoming AGM, shareholders will deliberate on several key corporate matters, including the approval of the 2025 audited financial statements, directors’ reports, and auditor reports. Additionally, some board members retiring by rotation will seek re-election, while a new executive director appointment will be presented for ratification.

In terms of governance and compensation, shareholders will also be asked to approve excess payments made to non-executive directors in 2025 due to increased board activity, as well as a proposed GHS 12 million remuneration budget for the 2026 financial year.

Voting for all resolutions, including the dividend approval, will be conducted electronically via a secure platform, with shareholders receiving unique access tokens ahead of the meeting.

The dividend announcement comes at a time when investor interest in high-yield equities on the Ghana Stock Exchange remains elevated, particularly among income-focused investors seeking stable cash returns in a moderating inflation environment.

Overall, GCB Bank’s proposed dividend highlights its continued financial resilience and positions it as a key player in Ghana’s banking sector delivering value to shareholders.