Karachi: In a recent development, the Board of Directors of Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited announced a 3rd Interim Cash Dividend of Rs. 2.50 per share, equating to 25% for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. The announcement was made during a meeting on October 22, 2026, and follows previous interim dividends totaling Rs. 5.00 per share, making up 50%. The designated market category for this announcement remains unaffected.

The dividend will be distributed to shareholders registered by November 2, 2026, with the Share Transfer Books closing from November 3 to November 5, 2026. Shareholders are advised that transfer requests submitted to the Bank's Share Registrar, M/s. CDC Share Registrar Services Limited, by the close of business on November 2, 2026, will be eligible for the interim dividend.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the announcement comes amidst fluctuating market conditions. The PSX remains a critical platform for tracking such corporate financial decisions, although no specific percentage movements were noted in relation to this announcement.

The interim cash dividend will be processed by the Bank's Share Registrar services in Karachi, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and shareholder expectations. The contact details for the Share Registrar have been provided for any necessary communications regarding the dividend entitlement.