Unicaja boosts H1 profit 7.1% to €361m, raises interim dividend by 28%

The Spanish lender’s first-half results underscore resilient profitability, with the board approving a higher payout to shareholders ahead of the September payment date.

By Handelsavisen Newsroom · Automated 2026-07-31 06:29 UTC · 1 min read

Unicaja Banco reported a 7.1% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, reaching €361 million.

The figure compares with €338 million in the same period last year, reflecting steady performance in the Spanish lender’s core operations.

The board also approved a 28% increase in the interim dividend, setting the payout at €0.

The board also approved a 28% increase in the interim dividend, setting the payout at €0.0844 per share.

The dividend is scheduled to be paid on September 24, offering shareholders an immediate return on the bank’s improved earnings trajectory.

The results highlight Unicaja’s ability to maintain profitability growth despite broader economic headwinds.

The increased dividend signal management’s confidence in the bank’s capital position and future cash flows.