Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) recorded a net profit of RM10.51 billion for the financial year ended 31 December 2025, an increase of 4.2% compared to the previous year.
The performance was supported by stable revenue growth, disciplined cost management and remaining resilient asset quality.
Profit before tax increased 4.6% to RM14.33 billion, while net operating income rose 2.7% to RM30.38 billion.
Net fund-based income reached RM20.23 billion and non-interest income of RM10.15 billion, both increasing 2.7% year-on-year.
Net interest margin remained stable at 2.05% despite rate adjustments in several markets. Return on equity increased to 11.7% from 11.1% previously, reflecting improved efficiency and profitability.
The Board of Directors declared a full second cash interim dividend of 33 sen per share, bringing the total dividend for the 2025 financial year to 63 sen per share.
Chairman, Zamzamzairani Mohd Isa, said the performance reflected the resilience of the diversified franchises and the strength of the group’s balance sheet position, with capital buffers and liquidity remaining strong.
Group Chief Financial Officer, Shafiq Abdul Jabbar, said 2025 also marked the successful completion of the M25+ strategy, which strengthened regional franchises, accelerated digital transformation and enhanced customer-centric capabilities.
Despite ongoing global uncertainty, domestic demand in key markets remained the underpinning for the group’s performance.
