Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has announced a 28 percent dividend for the fiscal year ending on December 31, 2025, with 25 percent in cash and the remaining in stock. The decision was made during the bank’s 34th annual general meeting (AGM) as detailed in an official statement.
The AGM, presided over by EBL’s Chairman, Md Showkat Ali Chowdhury, was attended by board members including Anis Ahmed, Salina Ali, KJS Banu, Gazi Md Shakhawat Hossain, Mufakkharul Islam Khasru, Mahreen Nasir, Md Abdur Rahim, Khondkar Atique-e-Rabbani, and Masih Malik Chowdhury. Shareholders from various regions of the country were also present and endorsed all proposed agenda items.
Shareholders praised the board and management for EBL’s robust financial performance in 2025, its adherence to strong corporate governance principles, and the continuous efforts towards digital transformation. Despite prevailing global economic uncertainties and local challenges, shareholders expressed contentment with the bank’s achievements, the dividend declaration, and strategic initiatives focused on sustainable growth and long-term value generation.
The event was attended by EBL’s Managing Director, Hassan O Rashid, Company Secretary, Md Abdullah Al Mamun, external auditors, corporate governance auditors, independent scrutineer, and senior bank officials.
