Muscat: Following the successful conclusion of its Annual General Meeting (AGM), ahlibank proudly announced a year marked by resilient financial performance, notable achievements, and sustained strategic progress for the year ended 31 December 2025. Under the visionary leadership of Said Abdullah Al Hatmi, Chief Executive Officer of ahlibank, the bank continued to deliver on its promise of being a Partner in Excellence, further reinforcing its role in redefining banking in the Sultanate of Oman.

A key highlight of the Annual General Meeting was the election of the Board of Directors, who will steer ahlibank in its continued pursuit of growth and excellence, with Ibrahim Al Eisri as Chairman for the upcoming term.

The AGM also witnessed the approval of all agenda items, including the Board of Directors’ Report on the bank’s activities and financial position, the Corporate Governance Report, and the audited financial statements for the financial year ended 31 December 2025. Shareholders further approved matters related to Board governance, including the ratification of sitting fees and remuneration of the Board of Directors and its sub-committees, as well as the Shari’a Supervisory Board for the financial year ended 31 December 2025, and the determination of their fees for 2026.

In addition, the General Assembly approved the distribution of Board of Directors’ remuneration for the financial year 2025, endorsed the Board’s performance report, and approved the criteria for evaluating Board performance for the upcoming year. Shareholders approved the appointment of an independent third party to assess the Board’s performance for 2026, along with the appointment of external auditors and Shari’a auditors and the determination of their fees. The General Assembly also ratified of related party transactions undertaken during the year, as well as the bank’s contributions toward community service initiatives.

In line with its commitment to delivering sustainable value, shareholders approved a total dividend of 12 Baiza per share, comprising 6 Baiza in cash and 6 Baiza in the form of mandatory convertible bonds, underscoring the bank’s balanced approach to shareholder returns and prudent capital management.

Building on an 18-year legacy of excellence, ahlibank delivered strong growth across key financial indicators in 2025. Net loans, advances and financing increased by 14.0% to RO 3,446.4 million, while customer deposits grew by 14.3% to RO 3,157.5 million. Total assets rose by 11.6% to RO 4,188.7 million, and profit for the year recorded an 11.2% increase to RO 46.32 million, underlining the bank’s resilient performance and disciplined execution of its strategy.

Throughout the year, ahlibank continued to advance its strategic priorities across digital transformation, capital markets, and customer-centric innovation. Key milestones included the launch of its digital debit card, enabling seamless and secure onboarding, as well as the introduction of ahlinext, a child-focused platform designed to foster financial literacy from an early age. The bank also reinforced its position in capital markets through the successful execution of major issuances and the completion of an oversubscribed rights issue, underscoring strong investor confidence, enhancing shareholder value, and further strengthening its capital base.

In parallel, ahlibank continued to expand its geographic footprint and enhance its service capabilities, driving growth across the retail, corporate, and SME segments. Through its active role in financing strategic sectors, including real estate, renewable energy, and key national development projects, the bank further reinforced its position as a vital contributor to Oman’s economic diversification agenda.

The bank’s strong performance and commitment to innovation were further recognized through a series of prestigious accolades in 2025.

Commenting on the results, the Chief Executive Officer of ahlibank stated that the 2025 results reflect the strength of the bank’s corporate strategy and the resilience of its business model, emphasizing the bank’s commitment to continue delivering sustainable value to shareholders, advancing digital innovation, and playing an active role in supporting the national economy, while continuously enhancing the customer experience.

Looking forward, ahlibank continues to focus on enhancing operational efficiency, accelerating its digital transformation journey, and strengthening risk management practices to ensure responsible and sustainable growth. The bank remains committed to supporting national priorities and expanding economic opportunities for customers and businesses across the Sultanate, in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040.