Ahli United Bank B.S.C. reported earnings results for the quarter first ended March 31, 2016. For the quarter, the company reported net profit attributable to its equity shareholders of the company was USD 154.6 million compared to USD 147.2 million a year ago. Basic earnings per share were 2.3 cents compared to 2.2 cents a year ago. Net interest income rose to 5.5% to USD 201.3 million. Total operating income grew by 6.3% from USD 263.9 million to USD 280.5 million. Return on average equity increased to 17.6% compared to 17.5% a year ago. Return on average assets increased to 2.0% compared to 1.9% a year ago.