Oct 22, 2026, 12:04 PM
Meezan Bank reports higher quarterly profit and declares an interim cash dividend of Rs 8 per share
Financial ResultMeezan Bank announced board-approved financial results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2026. For the quarter, profit after taxation was Rs 25.654 billion compared with Rs 21.062 billion in the same quarter last year, while basic EPS increased to Rs 14.20 from Rs 11.70. The board also recommended an interim cash dividend of Rs 8 per share.
Key Findings
- Quarterly profit after taxation increased to Rs 25.654 billion from Rs 21.062 billion year on year.
- Quarterly basic EPS rose to Rs 14.20 from Rs 11.70.
- The board recommended an interim cash dividend of Rs 8 per share (80%).
- The dividend is in addition to interim dividends already paid of Rs 15.50 per share.
- The share transfer books will be closed from November 4 through November 5, 2026; the entitlement record date is November 3, 2026.
Financial Performance
| Metric | PreviousQuarter ended September 30, 2025 | CurrentQuarter ended September 30, 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total income | 70,393,528 | 78,589,615 | +11.6% |
| Profit after taxation | 21,061,990 | 25,653,854 | +21.8% |
| Basic earnings per share | 11.70 | 14.20 | +21.4% |
| Profit / return on deposits and other dues expensed | 40,115,700 | 61,286,356 | +52.8% |
| Cash and balances with treasury banks | 330,542,818 | 363,340,042 | +9.9% |
| Due to financial institutions | 887,048,227 | 835,153,233 | -5.9% |
| Interim cash dividend per share | - | Rs 8 per share | - |
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Highlights summarize the key points from the company's official PSX filing. View the original filing for the complete details before making financial decisions.