Karachi, Askari Bank Ltd. (AKBL) reported an earnings per share of Rs 19.5 for the first quarter of 2024. The stock traded at Rs 22.88 today, against a daily weighted average rate of Rs 22.69. The bank, with a paid-up capital of Rs 14,492.99 million, declared a 25% distribution for a par value of Rs 10 per market lot of 500. The previous book closure was on March 22, 2023. Askari Bank has been listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange since 1992.