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HSBC Holdings plc reported a return on equity of 12.20% and a net margin of 16.17%, with analysts expecting an EPS of 6.66 for the current fiscal year. The company announced a quarterly dividend of $1.80, yielding 12.61%, and has a dividend payout ratio of 115.81%. Despite a Moderate Buy rating, top analysts suggest other stocks may be better investments.
UBS has expressed concerns over the "ill-informed" public debate in Switzerland regarding its business risks and size, which is creating uncertainty as the country prepares to regulate its largest bank. Following its acquisition of Credit Suisse, UBS is facing stricter capital requirements, despite already meeting high standards for global systemically important banks. The bank supports measures for executive accountability and a permanent liquidity backstop for systemically important institutions, while awaiting further details on capital requirements from the Swiss government.
UBS has expressed concerns over the "ill-informed" public debate in Switzerland regarding its size and activities, which is creating uncertainty as the country considers new banking regulations. Following its acquisition of Credit Suisse, UBS is facing stricter capital requirements, despite already meeting high standards for globally systemically important banks. The bank supports measures for individual executive accountability and a permanent safety net for systemically important institutions, while awaiting further details on capital requirements from the Swiss government.
UBS has expressed concerns over an "ill-informed" public debate in Switzerland regarding the risks associated with its business and size, which is creating uncertainty ahead of 2025. The bank, facing new regulations after acquiring Credit Suisse, is already meeting high capital requirements but awaits further details from the Swiss government on future capital needs. UBS supports measures for executive accountability and a public liquidity backstop for systemically important banks.
UBS has expressed concerns over the "ill-informed" public debate in Switzerland regarding the risks associated with its size and business activities, which is creating uncertainty as the country prepares to regulate its largest bank. Following its acquisition of Credit Suisse, UBS is facing stricter capital requirements, although it asserts that it already meets high standards for global systemically important banks. The bank is awaiting further details on these requirements from the Swiss government, expected in May, and supports measures for executive accountability and a public liquidity backstop for systemically important banks.
UBS Group AG awarded CEO Sergio Ermotti nearly 15 million Swiss francs ($17 million) for 2024, amid scrutiny over bankers' pay in Switzerland. His compensation includes 2.8 million francs fixed and 12.1 million francs variable, while Chairman Colm Kelleher's pay rose 17% to 5.5 million francs. The bank's total bonus pool for 2024 reached $4.7 billion, as it faces potential capital requirement increases and ongoing political discussions regarding executive compensation limits.
Sergio Ermotti's total remuneration as CEO of UBS reached CHF 14.93 million in 2024, exceeding his predecessor Ralph Hamers' CHF 12.6 million in 2022. His base salary remained stable at CHF 208,333, while the annual variable component decreased slightly to CHF 12.10 million. The overall management remuneration rose to CHF 143.6 million, with Chairman Colm Kelleher earning CHF 5.5 million.
UBS has upgraded Volkswagen's shares from "Sell" to "Neutral," raising the price target from 75 to 105 euros. Analyst Patrick Hummel cites positive sales momentum and earnings progress, though concerns about the company's performance in China prevent a "buy" recommendation.
Danske Bank A/S has initiated a share buy-back programme totaling DKK 5 billion, aiming to repurchase up to 45 million shares from February 10, 2025, to January 30, 2026. In week 11, the bank acquired 25,000 shares at an average price of DKK 236.1302, bringing the total to 125,000 shares, representing 0.015% of its share capital.
Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank) has launched the "Super Profit" tool, offering customers a fixed return of 3.5% per year on idle funds. This automatic profit generation feature allows daily earnings with full transparency and flexibility, enabling easy withdrawals and management through the VPBank NEO app. Customers can register in just a minute, ensuring their money remains secure and accessible while generating profits effortlessly.
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