Abiodun JIMOH
Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC has crossed the coveted ₦100 per share threshold on the Nigerian Exchange, closing at ₦101 on July 29, 2025. The stock’s 18% month-to-date gain reflects surging investor confidence, fueled by strong financial results and strategic growth moves.
July alone saw Stanbic IBTC rally 23%, driven largely by its outstanding Q1 2025 performance. The group posted a pre-tax profit of ₦116.4 billion—an 85.6% jump compared to the same period last year. This earnings boost has not only solidified Stanbic’s standing in the market but also energized the banking sector as a whole.
Further bolstering its financial arsenal, Stanbic recently secured a three-year CNY800 million (₦172 billion) loan facility from the China Development Bank. This deal strengthens Africa-China financial ties and underscores Stanbic’s strategic focus on cross-border partnerships and long-term capital sourcing.
With over 180 million shares traded year-to-date and a 74% return to investors, Stanbic IBTC continues to demonstrate resilience and robust market momentum.
Acting Chief Executive, Kunle Adedeji, said the bank’s consistent performance stems from a clear strategy focused on value creation. “Our commitment to delivering significant value for our shareholders is unrelenting,” he noted.
Echoing this view, Wole Adeniyi, CEO of Stanbic IBTC Bank, pointed to the group’s forward-thinking approach. “We’re not just building for today—we’re shaping a future where our shareholders and partners can grow with us.”
With innovation, strong leadership, and a growing investor base, Stanbic IBTC is cementing its position as one of Nigeria’s most formidable financial institutions.
