REPUBLIC FINANCIAL HOLDINGS POSTS MASSIVE US$349 MILLION PROFIT! CARIBBEAN BANKING GIANT REPORTS STRONG 2026 PERFORMANCE AS ASSETS CLIMB TO US$20.3 BILLION!
PROFITS RISE 5.8%, SHAREHOLDER DIVIDENDS INCREASE AND REGIONAL FINANCIAL GROUP SIGNALS CONFIDENCE IN FUTURE GROWTH!
PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO — November 13, 2026 | Times Caribbean
Republic Financial Holdings Limited (RFHL), one of the Caribbean’s major financial services groups, has reported an impressive US$349 million in annual net profit attributable to equity holders, marking another year of growth and financial resilience.
The results, announced on November 6 by Group Chairman Yashmid Karamath, cover the financial year ended September 30, 2026, and represent a 5.8% increase over the previous year.
The Group’s total assets climbed to an extraordinary US$20.3 billion, while earnings per share increased from US$2.01 to US$2.13.
A MAJOR FINANCIAL MILESTONE FOR THE REGIONAL BANKING GROUP!
Karamath attributed the performance to growth in core banking revenues, contributions from insurance and investment operations, and improvements in operational efficiency.
He also highlighted continued investment in digital banking, customer-focused services and technological innovation across the Group’s regional markets.
SHAREHOLDERS SET TO BENEFIT!
Following the results, RFHL’s Board of Directors declared a final dividend of US$0.62 per share, bringing the total annual dividend to US$0.94 per share, compared with US$0.90 in 2025.
The final dividend is scheduled for December 4, 2026, with shareholders on record as of November 20 eligible for payment.
Based on the closing share price of US$16.92, the annual dividend represents a yield of 5.57%.
Karamath emphasised that sound corporate governance, prudent risk management and strong capital positions remain central to the Group’s success.
Looking ahead, he expressed confidence in RFHL’s diversified business operations, financial strength and continuing investments in technology.
The Chairman also paid special tribute to retiring Group President and Chief Executive Officer Nigel Baptiste, recognising his distinguished leadership and contributions to the Group’s development.
CARIBBEAN FINANCIAL STRENGTH ON DISPLAY!
With billions in assets, rising earnings and continued investment in modern banking services, Republic Financial Holdings enters its new financial year with a strong foundation for sustainable regional growth.
US$349 MILLION IN PROFIT. US$20.3 BILLION IN ASSETS. ANOTHER SIGNIFICANT YEAR FOR REPUBLIC FINANCIAL HOLDINGS!
TIMES CARIBBEAN — Caribbean Business, Banking, Finance and Regional Economic Developments.
Source: Republic Financial Holdings Limited — Financial Results Announcement, November 6, 2026.
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