Strong Net Profit and Loan Growth
Net profit reached EUR 1.14 billion with organic loan growth of EUR 2.1 billion, close to the full-year target, and expected to reach EUR 3.5 billion for the full year.
Increase in Tangible Book Value and Return on Tangible Book Value
Tangible book value per share increased to EUR 2.27, up 5% quarter-on-quarter, with return on tangible book value exceeding 19% for the 9-month period.
Improved Asset Quality
NPE ratio dropped below 3% to 2.9%, with coverage remaining at 90%.
Successful Capital Management
Fully loaded CET1 ratio rose to 17.8%, and total capital ratio to 20.9%, up by 100 and 140 basis points year-on-year, respectively.
Increased Dividend Payout Potential
Consideration to increase payout ratio from 40% up to 50% payable in 2025 from the 2024 profits.