Notice of Annual General Meeting of Shareholders of Kaspi.kz

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Kaspi.kz (KSPI) has announced its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for March 28, 2025 at 10:00 Astana time in Almaty, Kazakhstan. A backup date of March 31, 2025, is set if quorum isn't met.

The agenda includes approval of 2024 annual audited financial statements, distribution of net income, and dividend considerations. The Board recommends no additional dividend payments for 2024, considering previously paid quarterly dividends. The Board also recommends renewing Deloitte LLP as external auditor for another 12 months.

Shareholders eligible to participate will be determined based on the register as of February 21, 2025.

Positive

• None.

Negative

• Board recommends no additional dividend payments for 2024

Insights

Financial Analyst

The decision to withhold additional dividend payments for 2024, following previous quarterly distributions, signals a significant shift in Kaspi.kz's capital allocation strategy. This conservative approach to cash preservation could indicate several strategic priorities: potential investments in growth initiatives, building financial buffers against market uncertainties, or preparation for strategic acquisitions.

The continuation of Deloitte as external auditor maintains stability in financial oversight, particularly important for a company operating in an emerging market. This reappointment helps ensure consistent audit quality and reporting standards that meet both Kazakh regulatory requirements and international investor expectations, important for a Nasdaq-listed entity.

The timing of this AGM announcement, coming early in 2025, demonstrates strong corporate governance practices, giving shareholders adequate notice and preparation time. However, the recommendation against additional dividends, despite previous quarterly payments, suggests a careful reassessment of capital needs. This could reflect either defensive positioning or aggressive growth plans requiring significant capital retention.

For investors, this meeting structure follows standard corporate governance protocols, but the dividend decision represents the most impactful element. While some income-focused investors might view the dividend suspension negatively, growth-oriented investors might appreciate the potential for reinvestment in business expansion. The key will be management's articulation of their capital allocation strategy during the AGM.

ALMATY, Kazakhstan, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of JSC Kaspi.kz (Nasdaq: KSPI) hereby announces the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders of JSC Kaspi.kz will be held on 28 March 2025 at 10:00 Astana time at: 154 “А”, Nauryzbai Batyr Street, Almaty, Kazakhstan, 050013.

If a quorum is not met, a repeated Annual General Meeting of Shareholders will be held on 31 March 2025 at 10:00 Astana time at: 154 “А”, Nauryzbai Batyr Street, Almaty, Kazakhstan, 050013.

Agenda of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders:

1. Approval of the agenda;
   Standard AGM item, under the law of Republic of Kazakhstan.
   
2. Approval of JSC Kaspi.kz’s 2024 annual audited financial statements;
   The Board of Directors approves the preliminarily financial statements of JSC Kaspi.kz for 2024 financial year based on the report of our external auditor.
   
3. Approval of the procedure to distribute JSC Kaspi.kz’s net income for the year 2024 and the amount of dividend per common share of JSC Kaspi.kz;
   Considering previously quarterly paid dividends in 2024, the Board of Directors recommends not to pay dividends on common shares of JSC Kaspi.kz for 2024.
   
4. Information on shareholders’ appeals on JSC Kaspi.kz and its officers’ actions and results of consideration thereof in 2024;
   Standard AGM item, under the law of Republic of Kazakhstan. No appeals to consider.
   
5. Appointment of the external auditor to audit JSC Kaspi.kz’s financial statements.
   The Board of Directors recommends renewing the appointment of Deloitte LLP for a further 12 months. Following the appointment of an external auditor at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, remuneration of the auditor will be approved by the Board of Directors as required by the Laws of Kazakhstan.

The list of shareholders entitled to participate in the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders will be determined based on the shareholder register of JSC Kaspi.kz as at 21 February 2025.

For further information

David Ferguson, david.ferguson@kaspi.kz +44 7427 751 275

FAQ

When is Kaspi.kz (KSPI) holding its 2025 Annual General Meeting?

Kaspi.kz's Annual General Meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2025, at 10:00 Astana time in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with a backup date of March 31, 2025, if quorum isn't met.

Will Kaspi.kz (KSPI) pay additional dividends for 2024?

No, the Board of Directors recommends not to pay additional dividends on common shares for 2024, considering the previously paid quarterly dividends.

Who is recommended as Kaspi.kz's (KSPI) external auditor for 2025?

The Board recommends renewing Deloitte LLP's appointment as external auditor for another 12 months.

What is the record date for Kaspi.kz's (KSPI) 2025 AGM participation?

The record date for determining shareholders eligible to participate in the AGM is February 21, 2025.