By Sandeep Chaudhary
Top Performing Microfinance Dividend 2081/82: Gurans Laghubitta Leads with 15% Total
Among Nepal’s microfinance institutions listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), Gurans Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (GLBSL) has emerged as one of the top-performing dividend payers for FY 2081/82, declaring a total dividend of 15%. This includes 14.25% bonus shares and 0.75% cash dividend, a balanced combination that highlights the company’s strong profitability, disciplined financial management, and sustainable capital growth strategy.
The decision places Gurans Laghubitta ahead of several of its microfinance peers that either reduced or delayed dividend distributions during the fiscal year due to liquidity shortages and regulatory pressures from the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). In a year when many microfinance institutions struggled to maintain their dividend track record, Gurans stood out for maintaining consistency, transparency, and investor commitment.
According to the company’s disclosure, the dividend proposal was approved by its Board of Directors, and the book closure date for dividend eligibility was fixed on Asadh 16, 2081 (June 30, 2024). The dividend will be finalized after NRB approval and endorsement at the company’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). The 14.25% bonus share will increase the company’s paid-up capital, strengthening its financial foundation, while the 0.75% cash component ensures immediate value for shareholders.
This marks a major turnaround from FY 2079/80, when the company distributed only 4.21% (4% bonus and 0.21% cash) amid industry-wide liquidity constraints. The latest 15% total payout is a testament to Gurans Laghubitta’s recovery and efficient management, reflecting improvements in loan recovery rates, credit discipline, and cost optimization.
In comparison with other leading microfinance institutions, Gurans Laghubitta’s 15% total dividend places it among the highest dividend payers of FY 2081/82. Its consistent dividend history, even during volatile years, reinforces its reputation as a stable and investor-friendly institution in Nepal’s financial market. The company’s policy of prioritizing bonus shares over large cash distributions has allowed it to preserve liquidity while enhancing long-term capital adequacy.
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