Mongolia is in the midst of its annual dividend distribution cycle. A total of 44 public companies have announced plans to distribute ₮1.1 trillion in dividends this year, according to a joint survey. While regulations require dividends to be paid by April 30, some companies have begun distributing later.

🔢 Total 44, Number 29

So far, 29 joint-stock companies have paid out ₮401.9 billion to shareholders through the Central Securities Depository. Around 217,000 shareholders have received dividends, with the average payout reaching ₮155.1 per share. The number of companies distributing dividends has increased by 6 compared to the same period last year, while the total amount paid has grown by ₮100 billion.

🌾 Belated Harvest

Although the regulatory deadline has passed, 12 companies began dividend distribution in early May. The remaining 15 companies are expected to complete payments in the coming weeks.

• 🏃🏻‍♂️‍➡️ The financial sector continues to dominate: Of the 29 companies that paid dividends, 14 are from the financial sector, accounting for 97% of the total amount distributed, ₮389.7 billion. The banking sector alone contributed ₮363.4 billion, led by Khan Bank (KHAN), which paid out ₮326.9 billion. Khan Bank was also the largest dividend payer last year.

Small shareholders receive dividends through the Central Securities Depository, while strategic investors are paid directly by companies. For example, the Mongolian Stock Exchange (MSE) allocated ₮16.4 billion in dividends from its 2024 net profit, with ₮5.3 billion disbursed to small shareholders.

Finally… Dividend distribution remains a key indicator of investor confidence. The steady increase in both the number of paying companies and total dividends reflects a maturing capital market.