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Fiscal Year 2026
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The meeting confirmed auditor reappointment, elected ten directors, and approved a by-law amendment. Strong financial growth was reported, especially in the U.S., with ongoing innovation in digital banking and plans for further expansion. Shareholder vote on restructuring is expected within 1–1.5 months.
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Record Q1 results driven by U.S. SRP growth, with assets and revenue up over 20% year-over-year. Efficiency gains, digital asset initiatives, and a major cybersecurity divestiture position the bank for its most profitable year yet.
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Strong asset growth and profitability are being complemented by pioneering digital asset initiatives, including deposit tokens and stablecoin custody. Cross-border pilots are underway, with community banks showing strong interest in adopting the technology.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Q4 delivered record revenue and asset growth, with adjusted net income up 91% year-over-year. U.S. operations turned profitable, RPP expansion accelerated, and stable NIM is expected for 2026. Most realignment costs are now behind, and cybersecurity divestiture will further reduce expenses.
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A branchless digital bank leverages a partner-based model and proprietary AI to achieve high efficiency and minimal credit risk, expanding rapidly in the U.S. and pioneering regulated, interest-bearing deposit tokens on blockchain. Strong regulatory support and robust cybersecurity underpin its growth strategy.
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A fully digital, branchless bank leverages proprietary AI and cloud-based infrastructure to scale its Receivable Purchase Program across North America, minimizing credit risk and maximizing efficiency. New digital deposit products and U.S. expansion drive growth, with further value expected from a cybersecurity subsidiary divestment.
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Record revenue and strong credit asset growth were driven by US and Canadian RPP expansion, with adjusted net income up sequentially. Securitized RPP financing and digital deposit initiatives are set to accelerate growth, while corporate realignment and DRT Cyber divestiture aim to streamline operations and boost capital.
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Entered the U.S. with a digital point-of-sale finance solution and innovative deposit product, leveraging a risk-averse, highly scalable model. Strong growth is expected from U.S. expansion, with industry-leading margins and nearly zero credit losses.
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Record Q2 results with strong asset and revenue growth, improved efficiency, and expanding US operations. Structural realignment to a US holding company is expected to reduce costs and unlock value, while credit assets and NIM are projected to grow further in the second half.
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The AGM highlighted a leadership transition, strong asset and profitability growth, and a transformational U.S. market entry. Key strategic initiatives include ramping up the Receivable Purchase Program and expanding digital deposit receipts, with all director and auditor appointments approved.
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Record asset growth and a successful capital raise supported U.S. expansion, with the Receivable Purchase Program and digital banking driving results. Net interest margin is expected to expand as high-cost deposits mature, and U.S. operations are set for rapid growth.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Q4 and FY2024 results were impacted by one-time U.S. acquisition costs, but underlying business performance was strong, with record assets and net income driven by Canadian RPP growth. The outlook for 2025 is positive, with significant U.S. RPP expansion and improved margins expected.
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A digital, branchless bank with a proven Canadian model is expanding into the U.S. after securing regulatory approval, leveraging a risk-mitigated point-of-sale lending platform and efficient deposit gathering through brokerage partnerships. High demand is expected, with plans to syndicate loans to community banks and divest a successful cybersecurity subsidiary within two years.
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Closed a major U.S. acquisition, enabling immediate launch of the Receivable Purchase Program in the U.S. and driving record asset and loan growth. Despite short-term margin compression and one-time costs, strong partner demand and improved U.S. economics position the bank for sustained profitability.
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A digital bank highlighted its risk-mitigated, branchless model and strong growth in point-of-sale financing, with a major U.S. expansion set for August. The bank expects continued double-digit growth in Canada and a gradual, regulated rollout in the U.S., leveraging its proprietary software and efficient operations.
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A fully digital, B2B bank is poised to enter the U.S. market with a unique, low-risk, point-of-sale finance model pending regulatory approval. Strong financials, high efficiency, and a scalable platform underpin growth, while cybersecurity and specialized insolvency services add value.
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Total assets and net income grew strongly year-over-year, with record efficiency and return on equity. POS lending and insolvency deposits are expanding, though margin compression and economic softness are moderating growth. Awaiting U.S. regulatory approval for a transformative acquisition.