KCB Group has announced a record Sh13 billion dividend payout following an impressive 8 percent growth in profit after tax to Sh32.3 billion for the first half of 2025. This significant financial performance reinforces the bank's strong position in the market.

• KCB Group declared a total dividend of Sh13 billion, comprising an interim dividend of Sh2 per share and a special dividend of Sh2 per share linked to the National Bank of Kenya (NBK) sale.
• The bank's net profit climbed to Sh32.3 billion, an 8 percent increase from Sh29.9 billion in the same period last year.
• Subsidiaries outside Kenya, including those in Tanzania and Uganda, contributed a substantial 33.4 percent to the Group’s overall gross profit.
• The loan portfolio grew by 2.8 percent to Sh1.18 trillion, excluding the NBK sale, driven by new business across subsidiaries.
• Total revenue for the period rose by 4.3 percent to Sh69.1 billion, attributed to higher net interest income.
• Paul Russo, Group CEO, highlighted the resilience of the business across markets despite challenging operating environments.