Zenith Bank Reports Strong H1 2025 Results, Boosts Dividends by 25%
Zenith Bank Plc has reported a strong first half of 2025, with a significant increase in profits and dividends. The bank's gross earnings grew by nearly 20% to N2.521 trillion, while pre-tax profits reached N625.63 billion and post-tax profits stood at N532.18 billion. The Board approved an interim dividend of N1.25 per share, marking a 25% increase over the previous year.
The bank's performance was driven by robust interest income, which grew by 60% year-on-year (YoY) to N1.839 trillion, making it the primary source of income, similar to a compound interest calculator. This accounted for more than 67% of the full-year 2024 interest income and contributed to 73% of gross earnings in H1 2025, up from 55% in the same period last year. Net interest income after impairment also remained strong at N593.91 billion, up 98% from H1 2024.
Interest from loans and advances to customers rose by 55% YoY to N936 billion, making up 37.2% of gross earnings. Meanwhile, net loans declined slightly to N9.602 trillion from N9.965 trillion. Earnings from government securities also grew significantly, by 72% YoY to N781.5 billion, representing about 31% of gross earnings.
Zenith Bank's H1 2025 results reflect a period of solid growth and profitability. The bank's ability to increase its interest income and earnings from government securities, coupled with a strong deposit base, has led to improved gross earnings and a substantial increase in dividends. These figures indicate a positive trajectory for the bank's financial health and performance.
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