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CI Capital Reverses Course on 2023 Dividends After Major Shareholder Push
CI Capital shifts dividend strategy after shareholder intervention, distributing EGP 216.9M for 2023 amid strong financial performance.
April 22, 2024 at 4:35:00 PMScore: 85

CI Capital Holding (CICH: -0.16% | 6.17 -0.01) has pivoted its dividend strategy for 2023, announcing a cash payout of EGP 216.9 million despite initial board resistance. The U-turn follows pressure from Banque Misr, its dominant shareholder with a 92.38% stake, which advocated for dividend distribution during the April 18 shareholder meeting. Eligible investors will receive EGP 0.21 per share on May 29, 2024. The firm reported robust financials: EGP 1.07 billion net profit and EGP 5.85 billion operating revenue for 2023.
Recommended Actions
- Monitor CICH stock price near dividend ex-date (May 2024)
- Compare dividend yield against Egyptian banking sector averages
- Track Banque Misr's future influence on corporate decisions
- Evaluate 2023 financials for sustainability of profit margins
- Review peer performance (e.g., EFG Hermes, QNB Alahli) for relative value
Positive Aspects
- EGP 0.21/share cash dividend approved
- EGP 1.07B net profit in 2023
- Stable operating revenue growth
Negative Aspects
- Initial board resistance to dividends
- Heavy reliance on single majority shareholder