The earnings call reflected a mixed performance for Julius Bär in 2024. While the company achieved record assets under management and exceeded cost-saving targets, it struggled with a high cost-income ratio and a significant decline in net interest income. The lack of client re-leveraging poses challenges for future growth. Despite some positive developments, ongoing operational challenges suggest a cautious outlook.
Company Guidance
In the Julius Bär 2024 earnings call, the company provided guidance with a focus on achieving sustainable growth and margin resiliency. The bank reported record assets under management of nearly CHF 0.5 trillion, driven by CHF 14.2 billion in net inflows and strong market conditions. They achieved an adjusted profit before tax of CHF 1.1 billion and a net profit of CHF 1 billion, benefiting from tax impacts. The cost-income ratio stood at 70.9%, indicating room for improvement towards the target of below 64% by 2025. The Chief Executive Officer, Stefan Bollinger, emphasized priorities such as client focus, disciplined entrepreneurship, and streamlining operations. The company announced an extension of their 2023 to 2025 cost program, targeting an additional CHF 110 million in cost savings by 2025. The CET1 capital ratio was reported at 17.8%, with a pro forma impact under Basel III final of 14.2%. The Board proposed a stable dividend of CHF 2.60 per share. Looking ahead, the company plans to maintain momentum in high-quality net new money generation and address operational efficiencies.
Record Assets Under Management
Julius Bär reported record assets under management of nearly CHF 497 billion, driven by CHF 14.2 billion in net inflows, boosted by strong equity markets and currency tailwinds.
Strong Profit and Capital Ratios
The company achieved an adjusted profit before tax of CHF 1.1 billion and a return on CET1 capital of 32%, exceeding their target of 30%. The CET1 capital ratio stood at 17.8%.
Cost Savings Exceeded Targets
The cost reduction program exceeded its initial target, delivering CHF 140 million in gross cost savings. An extension aims to deliver an additional CHF 110 million by the end of 2025.
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Julius Baer Group (JBAXY) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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JBAXY Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 03, 2025
$14.16
$12.32
-12.99%
Jul 25, 2024
$11.76
$10.74
-8.67%
Feb 01, 2024
$10.69
$10.74
+0.47%
Jul 24, 2023
$12.61
$13.67
+8.41%
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Julius Baer Group (JBAXY) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 22, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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