Press releases, Reports & Disclosures for Dubai Islamic Bank
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, has increased its stake in Türkiye's T.O.M. Group from 20% to 25%. This move, following an initial investment in September 2023, strengthens DIB's involvement in Türkiye's financial sector. T.O.M. Group comprises Türkiye's first licensed digital retail bank, an e-money company, and a financing company specializing in digital products. This investment reflects DIB's confidence in Türkiye's growing digital banking and fintech ecosystem and aligns with its goal to enhance financial inclusion with Sharia-compliant services. Dr. Adnan Chilwan, DIB's CEO, emphasized the strategic importance of this increased shareholding, highlighting the bank's commitment to Türkiye's tech-driven economic growth and its vision of developing a global Islamic financial model. DIB has been a significant contributor to Türkiye's financial sector for over 15 years, and along with T.O.M. Group, it plays a key role in the country's digital banking and fintech industries.
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, reported its financial results for the first nine months of 2024, showing significant growth. The bank's balance sheet expanded by nearly 5% year-to-date (YTD) to AED 329 billion. Total income increased by 17% year-over-year (YoY) to AED 17 billion, while pre-tax profit grew by 23% YoY to AED 6 billion. The bank's viability and ESG ratings were upgraded. Net financing and sukuk investments rose to AED 286 billion, a 7% increase YTD. Customer deposits reached AED 237 billion, up 6.7% YTD, with a notable rise in CASA deposits. Impairment charges decreased significantly by 62% YoY, and the non-performing financing ratio improved to 4.27%. The cost-to-income ratio increased slightly to 28.1% as the bank strengthened key areas. The liquidity coverage ratio remained strong at 140.1%, and the bank's capital adequacy ratios indicated a well-capitalized position, with CET1 at 13.9% and CAR at 18.3%.
The document is a review report and condensed consolidated interim financial information for Dubai Islamic Bank P.J.S.C., covering the nine-month period ending on September 30, 2024.