Erste Group Bank AG ( (EBKDY) ) has released its Q3 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Erste Group Bank AG presented to its investors.
Erste Group Bank AG, a leading financial services provider in Central and Eastern Europe, has released its third-quarter 2024 financial results, showcasing a robust performance with notable growth in net interest and commission income across its core markets. The bank’s net interest income rose by 3.1% year-on-year, reaching EUR 5,591 million, driven by strong results in Central and Eastern Europe. Net fee and commission income saw an 11.4% increase, buoyed by payment services and asset management. Despite a slight rise in operating expenses, the operating result improved by 7.9%, highlighting the bank’s operational efficiency. Erste Group’s solid asset quality is reflected in its low NPL ratio of 2.4%, while its loan-to-deposit ratio stands at a stable 89.0%. The bank’s financial outlook for 2024 remains optimistic, with expectations of continued growth in net interest income and fee-based revenues, supported by strategic initiatives in digital services and potential M&A activities.
