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BNP Paribas has announced an increase in its dividend to €4.79, maintaining a yield of approximately 6.2%. With a payout ratio of 50% and a forecasted EPS growth of 27.4% over the next three years, the company shows potential for sustainable dividends despite past cuts. Its consistent earnings growth and ability to cover dividend payments position it as a strong income stock.
BNP Paribas Asset Management has strengthened its Asia Pacific private assets team in Singapore by appointing Jeff French as head of investor relations for the region. French, who previously served as Asia head at Omers Private Equity, will focus on driving asset growth and managing client relationships, reporting to Mike Nikou, the APAC chief executive.
BNP Paribas Asset Management has appointed Jeff French as head of investor relations for private assets in Asia Pacific, based in Singapore. With 15 years of experience, including roles at OMERS Private Equity, Blackstone, Goldman Sachs, and Credit Suisse, French's hiring aligns with the firm's strategy to expand its private asset business amid rising interest from Asian investors. APAC CEO Mike Nikou emphasized the commitment to enhancing product offerings and sources of alpha for clients.
Société Générale will implement over 10 fee increases starting April 1, with hikes ranging from 1.47% to 60% on account maintenance, card fees, and other services. Notably, account maintenance fees will rise by 6.25%, while the fee for reissuing a card’s PIN will increase by 60%. Conversely, the bank has introduced free instant transfers via its app or website and extended preferential international transaction rates to all customers aged 16 and over. Additionally, SG is participating in a project to install shared ATMs in rural areas, set to begin operating in 2025.
Goldman Sachs faces scrutiny over its executive compensation, with CEO David Solomon and COO John Waldron receiving $39m and $38m, plus $80m in stock awards, which have drawn criticism for lacking performance conditions. Advisory firm Glass Lewis suggests shareholders may oppose these pay packages at the upcoming annual meeting. Meanwhile, the private equity sector is struggling, with a shift in hiring focus towards senior roles and experts, leaving junior bankers facing reduced opportunities and compensation.
BNP Paribas Asset Management will liquidate two ESG factor ETFs, the BNP Paribas Easy ESG Low Vol US UCITS ETF and the BNP Paribas Easy ESG Momentum Europe UCITS ETF, on May 14, 2025, due to low demand and insufficient asset levels for efficient management. Launched in 2016, the ETFs focus on US and European stocks that meet ESG criteria, but investor interest in ESG ETFs has waned amid regulatory confusion and concerns over greenwashing. Franklin Templeton is also closing its socially responsible investing global equity ETF for similar reasons.
Copper prices are expected to face a significant decline as tariffs are anticipated to be implemented, according to BNP Paribas. This development raises concerns about the future stability of the copper market, potentially impacting various industries reliant on this metal.
RBI leads its peer group with a 1.19% increase, while Sberbank faces a staggering 67.53% decline. Year-to-date, Societe Generale shows the highest growth at 58.29%, contrasting with Credit Suisse's significant drop of 70.44%. Commerzbank and Deutsche Bank also report losses over three days, highlighting a challenging period for several banks.
BNP Paribas Polska has implemented a new version of the Comarch Corporate Banking system, enhancing its banking services. The upgrade aims to improve user experience and operational efficiency, reflecting the bank's commitment to leveraging technology in financial services.
BNP Paribas warns of a potential collapse in copper prices, forecasting a drop to $8,500 per tonne by the end of Q2 2025 as US demand slows following the anticipated imposition of tariffs. The bank has revised its global copper consumption growth estimate down to 2.3% and projects a supply surplus of 460,000 tonnes. While some analysts remain optimistic about copper's long-term prospects due to electrification trends, the immediate outlook is clouded by trade policy impacts.
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