Machhapuchhre Bank Announces First Dividend for FY 2081/82, Offers 8% to Shareholders
31st August 2025, Kathmandu
Machhapuchhre Bank has made a significant announcement, positioning itself as the first commercial bank in Nepal to declare a dividend from the profits of the last fiscal year.
Machhapuchhre Bank dividend 2081/82
The bank’s Board of Directors, in a meeting held on Friday, August 29, 2025, decided to distribute a total of 8% dividend to its shareholders. This dividend will be a balanced mix of 4% bonus shares and a 4% cash dividend, which also covers the applicable tax on the bonus shares.
This announcement is a key indicator of the bank’s strong financial performance during the fiscal year 2081/82. The decision to provide a balanced dividend, with an equal split between bonus shares and cash, is often seen as a positive sign.
The bonus shares will increase the paid-up capital of the bank, while the cash dividend provides immediate liquidity to its shareholders. For investors, this dual-component dividend offers both a return on investment and a stake in the bank’s future growth.
Machhapuchhre Bank’s proactive step in being the first to announce a dividend for the new fiscal year is particularly noteworthy. This move can build strong investor confidence and set a positive precedent for the entire banking sector.
The Nepali financial market, especially the stock market (NEPSE), closely watches these dividend declarations as they are a major driver of share price movements and investor sentiment. Being the first to announce highlights the bank’s efficiency in finalizing its financial statements and getting board approval.
However, it is crucial for shareholders and potential investors to understand the process. The proposed dividend is not yet final. It must first be approved by the central bank, Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), which has the authority to regulate and oversee the financial sector.
After receiving the green light from the NRB, the proposal will then need to be endorsed by the bank’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). Once both approvals are secured, the bank will proceed with the distribution of the dividend to its eligible shareholders.
Machhapuchhre Bank Limited (MBL), with its rich history and solid presence, has been a consistent performer in the commercial banking space.
The bank was established in 1998 as the first regional commercial bank from the western region of Nepal and has since grown into a full-fledged national-level commercial bank. Its dividend history has been a topic of keen interest for investors, and this latest announcement continues its trend of providing returns to its shareholders.
The distribution of bonus shares will increase the bank’s paid-up capital, strengthening its financial foundation and paving the way for future business expansion and stability.
The cash dividend, on the other hand, provides a direct financial benefit to shareholders, which is especially important for those who rely on such returns for income.
As the financial market awaits similar announcements from other commercial banks, Machhapuchhre Bank’s move has set a benchmark. The banking sector’s performance in the last fiscal year has been under scrutiny, and this early declaration suggests a healthy and profitable period for at least one major player.
This news will likely spark interest among investors, encouraging them to buy or hold onto MBL shares in anticipation of the dividend’s final approval and distribution.
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