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LPBank, Vietnam's Lộc Phát Việt Nam Joint Stock Commercial Bank (LPBank, ticker LPB) plans to propose at its 2026 annual general meeting the payment of cash dividends up to 30%. If approved, this will be among the highest cash dividend rates on the market, underscoring the bank's solid finances and its commitment to creating real value for shareholders. In 2025, LPBank posted record earnings before tax of about 14.3 trillion VND, up 17% from 2024, with total assets exceeding 605 trillion VND, up 19% year-on-year. ROE was 25.2%, ROA 2.05%, placing it among the top banks in efficiency. The cost-to-income ratio (CIR) was reduced to 28.3%, the lowest in the sector. Previously, LPBank drew attention by paying 25% cash dividend from 2024 profits, among the highest in the system. The proposed 30% cash dividend aims to strengthen investor confidence and increase LPB's market attractiveness, reflecting a balanced growth and shareholder value focus. The proposal will be submitted to the 2026 AGM for shareholder approval; if passed, LPBank would maintain its status as one of the leading banks with attractive cash dividend policies.
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