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  "id": 327138,
  "title": "Standard Chartered declares GH¢673m dividend at 56th Annual General Meeting",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/standard-chartered-declares-gh-673m-dividend-at-56th-annual-general-327138",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-07T13:44:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Joy Business",
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    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/standard-chartered-declares-gh%c2%a2673m-dividend-at-56th-annual-general-meeting/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC concluded its 56th Annual General Meeting (AGM) by declaring a dividend of GH¢4.989 per ordinary share, totaling GH¢672.35 million. Preference share dividends amounted to GH¢1.13 million, making the overall payout GH¢673.48 million. In its 130-year history, the Bank reaffirmed its dedication to Ghana's economic growth, emphasizing its role in trade, infrastructure, wealth generation, and cross-border banking solutions. The Bank's Chairman, Mr. Ebenezer Twum Asante, and Chief Executive, Mr. Xorse Godzi, highlighted their commitment to delivering shareholder value and supporting client ambitions while positioning the Bank for sustainable growth. The Bank aims to leverage its international network, local expertise, and digital capabilities to help clients navigate change with confidence, while remaining anchored in disciplined execution, innovation, and long-term value creation.",
  "summary": "Standard Chartered Bank Ghana PLC has held its 56th Annual General meeting (AGM) to present its Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2025 to its shareholders.",
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