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DBS Q4 Profit Falls 10%, Dividend Steady at $0.15

2/9/2026

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DBS Group reported a fourth-quarter net profit of S$2.26 billion, down 10% YoY and below forecasts.
Excluding S$100 million for corporate social responsibility (CSR), net profit would have been S$2.36 billion.
Net interest margin fell to 1.93% due to lower rates and a stronger Singapore dollar.
DBS plans to maintain a quarterly dividend of S$0.15 per share through 2027, and the non-performing loans ratio improved to 1%.

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Historical Context

The 2008 global financial crisis prompted significant reforms in Singapore's banking sector, including a minimum capital adequacy ratio of 10% mandated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Today, DBS Group's net profit of S$2.26 billion reflects ongoing challenges, yet its improved non-performing loans ratio of 1% indicates resilience, showcasing the effectiveness of past regulatory measures in stabilizing the banking industry.

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Story summary

DBS Group reported a fourth-quarter net profit of S$2.26 billion, down 10% YoY and below forecasts.
Excluding S$100 million for corporate social responsibility (CSR), net profit would have been S$2.36 billion.
Net interest margin fell to 1.93% due to lower rates and a stronger Singapore dollar.
DBS plans to maintain a quarterly dividend of S$0.15 per share through 2027, and the non-performing loans ratio improved to 1%.

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