Karachi: The Board of Directors of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited, in a meeting held on August 13, 2026, declared a second interim cash dividend of Rs. 2.50 per share, equivalent to 25% for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The announcement was detailed in clippings published in Business Recorder and Daily Jang on August 18, 2026.

The dividend will be disbursed to shareholders listed on the Register of Members as of August 24, 2026. This latest dividend follows the already distributed 15 interim cash dividends of Rs. 2.50 per share, which also represented a 25% payout.

For the purpose of this dividend entitlement, the bank's share transfer books will be closed from August 25 to August 27, 2026. Transfer requests must be received by M/s. CDC Share Registrar Services Limited at their Karachi office by the close of business on August 24, 2026, to be deemed eligible for the interim cash dividend.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), this declaration is a significant move for the bank's shareholders, ensuring continued returns and reflecting the bank's financial strategy.

Shareholders and investors are advised to contact the bank's share registrar for any further queries regarding the dividend or book closure period.