Interest income helps Family Bank profit jump 38pc to Sh3.4bn

Interest income helps Family Bank profit jump 38pc to Sh3.4bn
The growth has been attributed to high loans, increased customer deposits, and growth in operating income/FILE

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 28 – Family Bank Group has posted a net profit of Sh3.4 billion in the full year ending last year, representing a 38 percent growth in profit compared to a similar period in 2023.

In the fiscal year ending December 2023, the lender’s profit after tax stood at Sh2.5 billion.

The Bank attributes improved fiscal performance to sustainable revenue growth, a strong capital base, and a liquidity position, as well as cost and operational efficiency.

“Total revenue grew by 12.5% to KES 15.0 billion. This was supported by a 28.8% surge in total interest income to KES 20.3 billion, fueled by a 20.5% rise in earnings from loans and advances and a 62.1% increase in income from government securities,” Family Group said in a statement.

“Net interest income grew by 13.9% to KES 10.7 billion, reflecting strategic asset allocation, while non-interest income rose by 8.9% to KES 4.3 billion, supported by strong growth in other fees and commissions.”

Similarly, the Group’s total assets grew by 18.3 percent to Sh168.5 billion, driven by a 6.9 percent expansion in the net loan book to Sh92.9 billion. Customer deposits also rose by 23.3 percent to Sh126.4 billion by year-end.

“Our 2025-2029 strategy is anchored on innovation, digital transformation, customer-centricity, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable growth. With a strong capital base and solid market positioning, we are well-equipped to seize new opportunities and drive long-term value creation,” Family Bank Chief Executive Officer Nancy Njau said.

Consequently, the Group’s Board of Directors has proposed a 52 percent increase in the dividend from Sh0.56 per share to Sh0.85 per share.