Riyadh – Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) posted 15.52% higher net profits at SAR 5.94 billion in the first nine months (9M) of 2024, compared to SAR 5.14 billion in 9M-23. Earnings per share (EPS) jumped to SAR 2.78 in 9M-24 from SAR 2.50 a year earlier, according to the interim financial statements.