National Bank of Canada Posts Q3 Profit Rise
National Bank of Canada Posts Q3 Profit Rise
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The bank's revenue by segment showed notable gains: capital markets revenue up about 34%, wealth management up about 18%, and personal and commercial banking up about 7%, driving total revenue to roughly C$4.05 billion.
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Acquisitions: Truvera Trust was acquired in July to bolster wealth management and western Canada; Laurentian Bank's retail and small-business operations were acquired in December; National Bank had completed the Canadian Western Bank deal last year to expand its footprint.
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Dividend: The quarterly common share dividend was raised to C$1.32 per share.
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Tier 1 capital: National Bank’s common equity Tier 1 capital ratio was 13.5% at the end of the period.
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Standout profits by segment: capital markets profit rose 32% to C$442 million and wealth management profit rose 21% to C$296 million, with core lending net interest income rising to about C$1.25 billion.
National Bank of Canada reported third-quarter profit of C$1.31 billion, up 23% from a year ago, as capital markets and wealth management surged MarketScreener. Diluted earnings per share jumped 26% to C$3.25, while adjusted profit reached C$1.36 billion (C$3.39 per share). Revenue climbed to C$4.0 billion on broad gains across all business lines Chatham Daily News.
Capital Markets and Wealth Lead the Charge
Capital markets profit jumped 32% to C$442 million, while wealth management profit rose 21% to C$296 million Stratford Beacon Herald. Capital markets revenue surged about 34%, and wealth management revenue climbed roughly 18%. Fees and advisory activities powered the gains as clients sought guidance in volatile markets.
Expanding Through Strategic Acquisitions
National Bank acquired Truvera Trust in July to strengthen its wealth management presence in western Canada MarketScreener. The bank also completed the purchase of Laurentian Bank's retail and small-business operations in December. These moves follow National Bank's earlier acquisition of Canadian Western Bank, building a broader footprint across the country Chatham Daily News.
Personal and Commercial Banking Holds Steady
Personal and commercial banking revenue rose about 7%, with core lending net interest income reaching roughly C$1.25 billion MarketScreener. The provision for credit losses stood at C$246 million, in line with the prior year as the bank managed risks carefully. The common equity Tier 1 capital ratio was 13.5% at quarter end, showing solid financial strength.
Dividend Boost Signals Confidence
The bank raised its quarterly common share dividend to C$1.32 per share, reflecting confidence in earnings stability Stratford Beacon Herald. The increase came after adjusted profit climbed to C$1.36 billion. The dividend hike signals management's view that strong momentum in capital markets and wealth should persist.
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