Royal Bank of Canada Reports Strong Q4 Profit and Raises Dividend

Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) announced a significant increase in its quarterly dividend as it reported a rise in fourth-quarter profits. The bank’s net income for the quarter ending on October 31, 2025, reached $5.43 billion, translating to $3.76 per diluted share. This marks a notable increase from the $4.22 billion or $2.91 per diluted share reported in the same quarter last year.

As part of its announcement, RBC has raised its quarterly dividend to $1.64 per share, up from $1.54 per share previously. This increase reflects the bank’s strong financial performance and commitment to returning value to its shareholders.

Financial Highlights and Analyst Expectations

RBC reported total revenue of $17.21 billion for the quarter, an increase from $15.07 billion in the same period last year. The bank’s provisions for credit losses also rose to $1.01 billion, compared to $840 million a year ago.

On an adjusted basis, RBC’s earnings stood at $3.85 per diluted share, an increase from an adjusted profit of $3.07 per diluted share in the previous year. This figure exceeded analysts’ expectations, who had forecasted an adjusted profit of $3.53 per share, according to estimates compiled by LSEG Data & Analytics.

The strong fourth-quarter results align with RBC’s strategy to maintain robust financial health while providing consistent returns to investors. As the bank continues to navigate the changing economic landscape, these results could reflect positively on its future performance.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published on December 3, 2025.