Record Performance in a Challenging Environment
DBS reported a strong set of results despite challenging market conditions, with a 5% increase in profit before tax to $3.39 billion and a 1% rise in net profit to $2.82 billion for the second quarter.
Broad-Based Income Growth
Total income grew 5% to $5.73 billion, supported by higher net interest income from strong deposit growth and proactive balance sheet hedging. Markets trading income more than doubled, reaching a 13-quarter high.
Asset Quality and Capital Strength
The NPL ratio improved from 1.1% to 1.0%, and capital remained strong with a CET1 ratio of 17.0% on a transitional basis.
Dividend and Share Buyback
A total dividend of $0.75 per share was declared for the second quarter. Additionally, $370 million worth of shares were bought back under the share buyback program.
Wealth Management Growth
Wealth management fees rose 30% to $1.37 billion, with assets under management growing 16% year-on-year to $442 billion.
Digital Asset Initiatives
DBS made significant strides in the digital asset space, including a 171% increase in digital exchange volumes and initiatives like programmable money using blockchain.