Manama: National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has announced a 4% increase in its net profit attributable to shareholders for the year ending 31 December 2025, achieving a record level of BHD 85.1 million (USD 225.7 million) compared to BHD 81.9 million (USD 217.3 million) for the year 2024. The growth reflects the Group’s diversified non-interest revenue streams.
According to Bahrain News Agency, NBB’s net profit for the fourth quarter ending 31 December 2025 rose by 12% to BHD 18.2 million (USD 48.3 million) compared to BHD 16.2 million (USD 43.0 million) in the same period of 2024. This performance was primarily attributed to higher net interest income driven by the Group’s resilient balance sheet. Earnings per share for the fourth quarter increased to 8 fils (USD 2 cents) from 7 fils (USD 2 cents) in the previous year.
Total comprehensive income attributable to NBB’s shareholders for the fourth quarter decreased by 15% to BHD 16.7 million (USD 44.3 million) compared to BHD 19.6 million (USD 52.0 million) in the same period of 2024, due to negative mark-to-market movements of the bond portfolio. For the full year, total comprehensive income decreased by 9% to BHD 82.7 million (USD 219.3 million) compared to BHD 91.0 million (USD 241.4 million) in 2024, primarily due to negative mark-to-market movements of the equity portfolio.
The Group’s total equity attributable to shareholders rose to BHD 585.0 million (USD 1,551.7 million) as of 31 December 2025, up from BHD 583.8 million (USD 1,548.5 million) at the end of 2024. Total assets increased by 14% during the year to BHD 6,276.6 million (USD 16,648.8 million) from BHD 5,522.2 million (USD 14,647.8 million), driven by core activities.
Following the robust performance, the Board of Directors proposed a cash dividend of BHD 79.0 million or 35% per share, inclusive of 10% interim dividends announced and paid in August 2025. These appropriations await approvals from regulatory authorities and shareholders at the Annual General Meeting.
Hala Ali Husain Yateem, Chairperson of NBB, highlighted the record financial results, marking the highest annual profit in the bank’s history. She emphasized the bank’s financial resilience and its positioning for long-term growth. She also noted the bank’s commitment to integrating ESG principles and maintaining a strategic vision for impactful growth.
Usman Ahmed, Group CEO, stated that the bank achieved an operating profit of BHD 93.4 million, a 3% increase over 2024, supported by balance sheet growth with total assets rising by 14%. The bank’s operations in Saudi Arabia and the UAE recorded a combined loan growth of 52%, showcasing an expanded presence across customer segments.
The bank also opened six SME centers across Bahrain, introduced digital loan top-ups, corporate client connectivity, and an AI-assisted chatbot. Employees contributed over 1,000 volunteering hours to educational and entrepreneurial programs, reinforcing NBB’s operational strengths and commitment to excellence.
The audited consolidated financial statements and press release are available on the Bahrain Bourse website. NBB shares are traded on the Bahrain Bourse under the trading code: NBB.