Karachi: HabibMetro Bank's Board of Directors has approved the bank's un-audited financial results for the half-year period ending June 30, 2025, convened during their meeting in Karachi on August 13, 2025. The board has declared an interim cash dividend of Rs. 2.50 per share, equating to a 25% payout. This follows a prior interim dividend of the same amount earlier this year. There will be no issuance of bonus shares or rights shares, and no other corporate actions or price-sensitive information have been disclosed.

The bank's financial report reveals a noteworthy increase in its asset base, which reached 1.57 trillion rupees by June 30, 2025, up from 1.50 trillion rupees at the end of December 2024. This growth is primarily attributed to heightened investments and advances, with investments increasing to 848.59 billion rupees and advances reaching 493.26 billion rupees. The deposits and other accounts witnessed a substantial rise, contributing to the financial institution’s overall growth.

The liability section of the balance sheet reports total liabilities of 1.45 trillion rupees, an increase from the previous 1.38 trillion rupees recorded in December 2024. Deposits and other accounts climbed to 1.06 trillion rupees, showcasing a very large or significant move in this segment. Meanwhile, borrowings demonstrated a big move downward to 263.19 billion rupees.

In terms of profitability, HabibMetro Bank recorded a profit before tax of 25.23 billion rupees for the half-year, marking a big move compared to the corresponding period last year. After accounting for taxation, the net profit stood at 11.57 billion rupees, reflecting stability in performance. The basic and diluted earnings per share were reported at 11.04 rupees.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the bank’s interim financial performance underscores its resilience in the face of economic challenges. The financial results are set to be disseminated through PUCARS in the coming days, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders.

The bank has scheduled the closure of its share transfer books from August 25, 2025, to August 27, 2025. Share transfers submitted by the close of business on August 22, 2025, will be eligible for the dividend payout.