Habib Metropolitan Bank Limited has released its un-audited financial results for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, showing a decline in profitability compared to the previous year.
- Reporting Period: Nine months ended September 30, 2026 (un-audited)
- Net Profit: PKR 13,614.54M (-20.6% YoY)
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): PKR 12.99 (-20.6% YoY)
- Total Income: PKR 62,656.66M (-8.9% YoY)
- Operating Expenses: PKR 34,105.35M (+12.3% YoY)
- Interim Cash Dividend: PKR 2.50 per share (25%) approved for Q3 2026, totaling PKR 7.50 per share for the nine months.
- The decline in net profit was primarily driven by increased operating expenses and a rise in finance costs, despite a stable growth in deposits and advances.
- Overall sentiment reflects a cautious outlook due to declining profitability amidst rising costs.