Standard Chartered reports 34% profit jump, announces $1.3bn buyback

Standard Chartered achieved a 34% increase in underlying profit before tax to $2.4 billion in Q2 2025, with underlying earnings per share rising 41% to 139.2 cents for the first half.

Operating income grew 14% in Q2 and 10% in the first half, driven by strong performance from Wealth Solutions and Global Markets.

The bank announced a $1.3 billion share buyback and increased its interim dividend 37% to 12.3 cents per share. Total shareholder returns since full-year 2023 results reached $6.5 billion.