Strong Profitability Growth
Net income increased by 58% year-on-year, reaching EUR 451 million for the first nine months of 2024, driven by an 18% growth in the banking margin and a 22% improvement in pre-provision profit.
Asset Quality Improvement
NPL balances fell by 22% year-on-year, with the NPL ratio decreasing to 2.8% and NPAs coverage ratio increasing to 70% from 66% last year.
Capital and Liquidity Strength
CET1 ratio reached 15.4%, and the tangible book value per share grew by 7% in the first nine months of 2024. Liquidity metrics remain strong with an LCR ratio above 300% and a loan-to-deposit ratio at 70%.
Sustainability Initiatives
Issued fourth green bond in September and reduced carbon footprint by 18.3% in 2023 compared to 2022.
Positive Lending Trends
Third quarter private sector new lending volumes reached EUR 1.8 billion, up from EUR 1.2 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.