ASB 3 Didik dividend rises to 5.50 sen per unit

Amanah Saham Nasional Berhad (ASNB) has announced an increased income distribution for its fixed-price fund, Amanah Saham Bumiputera 3 Didik (ASB 3 Didik). For the financial year ending June 30, 2026, the dividend will be 5.50 sen per unit, up from 5.25 sen per unit in the previous year. This distribution totals RM480 million and benefits 354,651 unit holders who collectively own 9.85 billion units.

The income distribution for ASB 3 Didik yields a total return of 5.50%, outperforming the Maybank 12-Month Fixed Deposit benchmark of 2.05% by 345 basis points. As of June 22, 2026, ASB 3 Didik recorded realized net income of RM568 million.

PNB, the parent company of ASNB, stated that the higher dividend reflects a resilient performance despite a challenging global investment environment characterized by interest rate uncertainties, escalating geopolitical tensions, and ongoing market volatility. The stronger distribution is supported by a disciplined investment approach and the fund's ability to capitalize on opportunities arising from technology-driven market leadership.

This performance underscores PNB's commitment to delivering sustainable income and long-term value to bumiputera investors through disciplined and proactive investment management. Throughout the financial year, the fund generated a significant portion of its income from realized gains and dividend income across a diversified portfolio of domestic and global equities. The fund also strengthened its allocation in fixed-income assets to enhance income stability and portfolio resilience in response to market changes.

Unit holders who opted for the Khultah (Class B) arrangement will receive a net dividend after zakat, with a 2.57% deduction, resulting in an estimated net dividend yield of 5.36%. The income distribution calculation is based on the average minimum monthly balance held throughout the financial year. The declared distribution will be automatically reinvested into unit holders' accounts on July 1, 2026. Transaction services for ASB 3 Didik will be temporarily suspended from June 26 to June 30, 2026, for income distribution calculations, resuming on July 1, 2026.