Iceland · Delayed Price · Currency is ISK Íslandsbanki Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2026
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Q1 saw robust profit and 13.6% ROE, driven by inflation-boosted NII and strong fee growth. Capital ratios remain high, with a 7% workforce reduction underway and continued investment in technology and AI. Loan growth is expected to slow amid persistent inflation and high rates.
Fiscal Year 2025
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ROE reached 11.2% for 2025, with strong capital and fee income growth. New medium-term ROE target set at 13%, and capital distributions remain robust. Merger talks with Sjóvá and digital investments continue to drive strategic focus.
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Q3 delivered a 12.2% ROE and ISK 6.9 billion profit, with strong asset quality and cost control. Merger talks with Ský target insurance and asset management growth, while excess capital will fund international expansion and shareholder returns.
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Second quarter 2025 saw strong profit growth, 13% ROE, and robust performance across all revenue streams. Retail ownership surged after the government stake sale, and capital optimization remains a key focus with ISK 40 billion in excess CET1 capital.
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Core operating income grew nearly 6% in Q1 2025, but capital market volatility reduced net financial income, resulting in a 9.4% return on equity. Asset quality and capital ratios remain strong, with guidance reaffirmed for above 10% ROE for the year.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Strong 2024 results with 10.9% ROE, robust capital, and all targets met. Outlook for 2025 is positive, with continued focus on capital optimization, digital transformation, and sustainable growth. Dividend and buyback plans remain in place.
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Strong Q3 earnings driven by impairment reversals and property revaluation, with ROE at 13.2% and robust capital ratios. Full-year ROE is guided around 10% amid margin pressure from declining inflation and delayed government stake sale.
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Q2 2024 profit was ISK 5.3bn, with ROE at 9.7% (10.6% adjusted), in line with guidance. Asset quality improved, loan and deposit growth remained strong, and capital ratios are robust. Earnings may fluctuate short-term due to inflation and rates.