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OCBC reported a 22% increase in Q2 profits to S$2.22 billion and declared a 47-cent dividend, surpassing expectations.

OCBC has reported strong financial results for the second quarter, with profits rising by 22% to S$2.22 billion, exceeding market expectations. The bank attributed the growth to stronger fee income, contributing to improved shareholder returns including a 47-cent dividend. Discussions are ongoing about OCBC's share price in the context of its earnings compared to peers like DBS and UOB, highlighting its favorable performance in Singapore's banking sector.