215% Cash Dividend Approved for Grameenphone Shareholders

Despite adverse macroeconomic conditions, the country’s leading telecom operator, Grameenphone Limited, concluded 2025 with stable growth.

At the company’s 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on a digital platform on Monday, April 20, a 215 percent cash dividend for shareholders was approved.

Under the approved dividend, investors will receive BDT 21.5 per share against each share with a face value of BDT 10, representing 98.2 percent of the company’s net profit after tax. The virtual meeting, conducted in compliance with directives from the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission, saw active participation from shareholders. The company’s future business plans and financial statements were adopted based on collective consensus.

At the annual meeting, Chairman Jon Omund Revhaug highlighted the achievements of the past year, stating that 2025 was a year of disciplined growth for the company. However, he indicated that 2026 could become more competitive amid ongoing global economic instability and inflationary challenges. He noted that in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, Grameenphone is prioritizing core infrastructure development and the creation of an inclusive digital ecosystem to strengthen its position as a trusted partner for customers. In particular, the company’s social initiatives in online safety and digital literacy are positively impacting millions of lives.

Reviewing the financial performance, Chief Executive Officer Yasir Azman stated that the company’s total revenue reached BDT 15,810 crore in the past year. The subscriber base has now exceeded 83.9 million, including more than 48.7 million active internet users. Despite tighter cost management due to macroeconomic pressures, net profit declined slightly to BDT 2,960 crore.

Nevertheless, Grameenphone has continued its innovation efforts. Services such as ‘Bioscope+’ for entertainment and ‘GP Shield’ for digital security have gained widespread popularity among users. Notably, the ‘MyGP’ app, with 22.5 million users, has become the country’s leading self-service platform.

Regarding future plans, the CEO further mentioned that Grameenphone is working toward transforming into an AI-driven “telco-tech” company. The application of artificial intelligence is being ensured across all stages, from network operations to product planning. In addition, through the expansion of 5G technology in divisional cities and the development of modern core systems, the company is playing a leading role in building a robust Smart Bangladesh. By contributing BDT 12,160 crore to the national exchequer, Grameenphone has also reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the country’s economy. The meeting concluded with a pledge to ensure sustainable value for shareholders and customers through AI-driven innovation and responsible growth.

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