Key Data of Erste Group Share
and Dividend Policy
Erste Group’s dividend policy is guided by the bank’s profitability, growth outlook and capital requirements.
In connection with the acquisition of a 49% controlling stake in Santander Bank Polska announced on 5 May 2025 it was stated that in addition to the cancellation of the share buyback programme with a volume of EUR 700 million announced on 28 February 2025 and the implementation of various balance sheet optimisation measures, the dividend payout ratio for the 2025 fiscal year has been reduced temporarily to a maximum of 10%. For the 2025 fiscal year, the management proposed a dividend of EUR 0.75 per share.
The 33rd Annual General Meeting that took place on 17 April 2026 was held with in-person attendance. The Annual General Meeting resolved to distribute a dividend of EUR 0.75 per share for the 2025 fiscal year, which was paid out on 24 April 2026.
Share
Amounts adjusted for 1:4 stock split of 8 July 2004.
Participation capital
Shares outstanding include Erste Group shares held by savings banks that are members of the Haftungsverbund (cross-guarantee system).