China Construction Bank reports strong 2024, sets dividend

** China Construction Bank Corporation (CCB) announced a solid performance for 2024, showcasing resilience in a challenging economic landscape. The bank reported a net profit of RMB 336.28 billion, a 1.15% increase year-on-year, with a proposed cash dividend of RMB 0.206 per share, totaling approximately RMB 515.02 billion. Including an interim dividend, the full-year dividend reaches RMB 1,007.54 billion, or RMB 0.403 per share, a stable return to shareholders.