Itaú Unibanco Announces Major Dividend and Interest Payments for Shareholders

Significant Dividend Payments Announced by Itaú Unibanco

Itaú Unibanco Holding S.A. has made a major announcement regarding the payment of dividends and interest on capital, a decision passed by the Board of Directors on February 5, 2025. Shareholders can expect to receive their payments on March 7, 2025, a move that signals robust financial health and a commitment to returning value to its investors.

The breakdown of the payments is as follows: each share will receive a dividend amounting to R$1.25093 and interest on capital equaling R$0.33344 per share. After accounting for a 15% withholding tax, net interest will be R$0.283424. The total payment to shareholders is projected to reach R$15 billion, based on the stockholding position as of February 17, 2025. The shares will trade “ex-rights” beginning February 18, 2025.

In addition, Itaú Unibanco will also pay previously declared interest on capital totaling R$0.27298 per share, netting out at R$0.232033, and R$0.310560, which will net R$0.263976. These payments will also occur on March 7, 2025, ensuring that stockholders who held shares on various dates will benefit from these distributions.

Cumulatively, shareholders will receive a net total of R$2.030363 per share, providing a significant return for both common (ITUB3) and preferred (ITUB4) stockholders. This announcement reflects Itaú's ongoing strategy to enhance shareholder value through consistent dividend policies.

Investors looking to understand the specifics of these payments or needing assistance can visit Itaú's investor relations webpage at www.itau.com.br/investor-relations. This move underlines Itaú Unibanco’s strong position in the Brazilian financial market and its commitment to providing attractive returns to its shareholders.

As the market awaits the payment date, this news has generated positive sentiment among investors, reinforcing confidence in Itaú’s financial stability and strategic direction.

Itaú Unibanco remains a major player in Brazil’s banking sector, and these dividend announcements are likely to bolster its image amongst investors looking for reliable returns in the financial services sector. With a focus on shareholder engagement and transparent communication, the bank is poised to continue its trajectory of growth and profitability, accentuated by these significant dividend distributions.