United Capital Plc Delivers ₦13.79 Billion PBT in H1 2025, Declares ₦5.4 Billion Interim Dividend
United Capital Plc has reported a strong half-year performance for 2025, posting a ₦13.79 billion profit before tax (PBT), up 52% year-on-year, alongside a 57% surge in revenue to ₦23.76 billion.
Profit after tax rose 54% to ₦11.89 billion, while shareholders’ funds expanded by 25% to ₦166.91 billion, underscoring investor confidence in the Group’s growth strategy and long-term outlook.
Consistent Growth and Dividend Payout
Building on its five-year growth streak, United Capital’s profitability has soared by over 522% since H1 2020 — from ₦1.91 billion to ₦11.89 billion — with revenue jumping from ₦4.45 billion to ₦23.76 billion over the same period.
In line with this performance, the Pan-African investment banking and financial services group has declared an interim dividend of ₦5.4 billion (₦0.30 per 50 kobo ordinary share), reinforcing its commitment to delivering sustainable returns to shareholders.
CEO Commentary
Speaking during the Group’s investor call in Lagos, Peter Ashade, Group Chief Executive Officer of United Capital Plc, said: “We are pleased to report another strong half-year result, which reflects the strength of our diversified business model. Last year, we made history with our first-ever interim dividend and a 2-for-1 bonus issue, and we are proud to continue that momentum this year.”
Strategic Outlook
United Capital is intensifying its retail expansion and deepening its footprint across Africa, building on recent moves into Francophone West Africa. The Group remains committed to executing its Pan-African strategy with precision and positioning itself for an even stronger full-year performance.
