Karachi: Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited announced that it has successfully credited the second interim cash dividend of 25%, equating to Rs. 250 per share, for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. This follows the approval by the Board of Directors during a meeting held on August 13, 2026. The dividends were distributed electronically to shareholders who submitted their valid Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) along with a valid International Bank Account Number (IBAN).

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the announcement was made public in clippings from Business Recorder and Daily Jang on September 01, 2026. The bank adhered to the regulatory obligations outlined in Section 242 of the Companies Act, 2017, as well as the Companies (Distribution of Dividends) Regulations, 2017.

The bank withheld dividends from shareholders who did not provide complete or correct bank account details, including a valid IBAN, or those who have not submitted their CNICs. This action aligns with the compliance measures necessary to meet regulatory standards. The designation of the market category for this financial activity remains aligned with the requirements of the PSX.