Date 03.03.2026
The general assembly of Ajman Bank approved in its annual meeting, chaired by Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, the Vice-Chairman of the Bank’s Board of Directors, the distribution of cash dividends to shareholders in a rate of 50% of net profits of the financial year ending on 31 December 2025, equaling 9.18% of the paid-up capital.
Approving the distribution of dividends takes place following a record financial year of the Bank, where net profits before tax amounted AED 548 million, registering a growth of 25% on an annual basis, whereas net profits after tax increased to AED 500 million. Furthermore, total assets increased by 44% to reach AED 32.9 billion, in a clear indicator of the robust financial position and continued momentum of performance.
Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi said: “The banking sector of the UAE continues to operate from a perspective of stability and robustness, relying on instilled supervisory frameworks and a flexible economic environment. Financial institutions play a vital role in supporting economic activity, facilitating capital payments, and bolstering the priorities of national development.”
He added: “The performance of Ajman Bank in 2025 embodies disciplined execution and wise governance. Approving the distribution of dividends aligns with the Bank’s balanced strategy of capital management and its commitment to attain a sustainable value for shareholders. Arising from a clear strategic vision, the Bank continues to enhance its enterprise foundations and instill its presence within the national financial system, supporting the journey of long-term economic development.”
The general assembly meeting shed light on the ongoing progress being achieved by Ajman Bank in the implementation of its strategic priorities, enhancing the growth of the balance sheet in a regulated manner, and instilling a capital base that supports its ability to realize sustainable returns for shareholders, along with maintaining a regulated framework of risk management.”
Mustafa Al Khalfawi, Ajman Bank’s CEO, said: “The record results achieved by Ajman Bank reflect the consistency of performance through its basic activity and the robustness of its capital base. The Bank continues to develop its digital capabilities, supported with artificial intelligence, and to enhance governance frameworks, and to realize a regulated growth that aligns with the creation of a long-term value for shareholders and supporting the stability of the financial system.”
In addition to approving the distribution of dividends, the general assembly certified the report of the board of director, the report of external auditors, the financial statements for the year ending on 31 December 2025, and all the other items enlisted on the agenda according to the regulatory requirements and applicable governance frameworks.”
Ajman Bank continues to implement its agenda within Vision 2030, along with maintaining a balanced growth strategy that is focused on a prudent management of risks, capital discipline, and bolstering enterprise robustness on the long run.