High rates help Germany’s Commerzbank post best results in 15 years
From CNBC:
Commerzbank reported a 55% increase in net profit for 2023, totaling 2.2 billion euros, thanks to high interest rates. The fourth-quarter net profit dipped 16% from the previous year but still beat expectations. Investors responded positively, sending shares up 4.7% and analysts described the results as “solid”. The bank expects net profit to remain above 2023 levels despite economic challenges. Costs were reduced to 6.4 billion euros in 2023.
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