Mubasher: The annual general assembly meeting of GFH Financial Group endorsed the board’s recommendation to distribute cash dividends of 10.11% of the nominal value of all ordinary shares, excluding treasury shares, amounting to up to $100 million.
The company will pay out $0.026 per share, including the interim cash dividend of $0.005 that was distributed to shareholders on 11 September 2025, according to a press release.
Moreover, the shareholders approved the transfer of $14.01 million to the statutory reserve, the allocation of $7 million to the GFH Foundation and payment of the zakat due on the group’s shares, and the carryforward of approximately $19.09 million as retained earnings for the coming year.
Hisham Alrayes, CEO of GFH, said: “We remain committed to strengthening our financial and governance framework while broadening our base of strategic shareholders and enhancing the liquidity of our shares in the market. Our share-based incentive programs also play a key role in attracting top talent and driving institutional performance.”
The CEO added: “Through these initiatives, we look forward to building on our achievements and further expanding our investment portfolio across key sectors to support the Group’s growth in the years ahead.”
GFH currently manages assets and funds valued at approximately $24 billion, including a global investment portfolio spanning the Middle East, Europe, and North America across sectors including logistics, healthcare, education, technology, and real estate.
The group is cross-listed on the Bahrain Bourse, Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), Boursa Kuwait, and DFM.
In 2025, GFH logged 13.20% year-on-year (YoY) net profits at $145.50 million, compared to $128.51 million.
