Strong Growth in Mutual Funds
Business volumes improved by 2% year-on-year, with a significant 24% growth in mutual funds, achieving a 9% market share in net inflows.
Profitability and Net Income Achievement
Gross margin grew by 4%, total provisions fell 19%, and net profit reached EUR 503 million, 11.5% above the first 9 months of 2024, surpassing the strategic plan target.
Improved Credit Quality and Solvency
Net NPAs ratio below 1%, gross NPA ratio decreased by 115 basis points to 3.7%, and CET1 improved by 27 basis points to 16.1%.
Sustainability and Climate Transition Progress
Issued EUR 2.1 billion in green label bonds, saving 81,000 tonnes of CO2 in 2024, with significant decarbonization targets covered in the finance portfolio.
Positive Commercial Trends in Loans
Private sector lending grew 39% year-on-year, with a 47% increase in business and self-employed segments and a 24% growth in mortgages.
Improved Guidance for 2025
Upgraded net interest income guidance to above EUR 1.470 billion and cost of risk guidance to below 30 basis points for the full year.