By Peter Egwuatu
Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc has declared its first-ever interim dividend of N1.00 per ordinary share following its first Half 2026, H1’26, financial results showing profit before tax in 115 per cent rise year-on-year.
The interim dividend, approved by the Board of Directors for the six months ended June 30, 2026, reflects the company’s strong earnings, robust cash generation and confidence in sustaining growth while continuing investments in technology and innovation.
The N1.00 interim dividend represents about 56 per cent of the total dividend of N1.78 per share paid for the 2025 financial year.
CSCS reported profit before tax of N13.21 billion during the period, up from N5.48 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2025.
