Luzhou Bank Co Ltd (01983.HK) saw its stock price soar by 5.03% in Thursday's trading session, following the release of its impressive full-year financial results and a dividend announcement. The bank's strong performance and shareholder-friendly policies have sparked investor interest, driving the stock to significant gains.

According to the financial report released on Wednesday, Luzhou Bank posted solid results for the fiscal year. The bank reported an operating income of RMB 5,209 million, with net interest income reaching RMB 3,519 million. The net interest margin stood at a healthy 2.49%. The bank's profitability remained robust, with a pre-tax profit of RMB 1,785 million and a net income of RMB 1,276 million.

Adding to the positive sentiment, Luzhou Bank announced a cash dividend of RMB 1.2 for every 10 shares, rewarding its shareholders. This move, coupled with the bank's strong financial position, including a core tier-one capital adequacy ratio of 10.15% at the fiscal year-end, has bolstered investor confidence. The combination of solid financial performance and attractive shareholder returns appears to be the primary driver behind the stock's significant uptick in today's trading session.