Philippine National Bank has approved a 20 percent increase in its 2026 cash dividend, signaling confidence in its earnings strength and long-term strategy.
The bank’s board declared a cash dividend of ₱3.30 per share, up from last year, equivalent to a 20 percent payout ratio based on its 2025 net income. The higher payout reflects strong financial results and what management described as disciplined capital management.
The dividend will be paid in two equal installments of ₱1.65 per share. The first tranche will be released on March 27, 2026, to shareholders on record as of March 13, 2026. The second tranche will be paid on October 1, 2026, to shareholders on record as of September 18, 2026.
PNB President and CEO Edwin Bautista said the move marks the bank’s second straight year of annual dividend distribution, underscoring sustained business momentum and confidence in its strategic direction.
Beyond returning cash to shareholders, PNB said it continues to invest in operational efficiency, customer engagement, and digital transformation. The higher dividend payout highlights the bank’s effort to balance rewarding shareholders with strengthening its foundation for long-term, sustainable growth.
