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UBS has downgraded Societe Generale's stock from "buy" to "neutral," citing a fair valuation amid macroeconomic uncertainties, despite the bank's strong performance with a 71% share price increase this year. Bank of America maintains a "buy" rating with a target of 52 euros, anticipating significant shareholder returns through buybacks. UBS expects improvements in net interest income and operational efficiency, but warns that the stock's rally may slow down without sustained market optimism and effective capital return measures.
UBS, Deutsche Bank, and Société Générale reported strong trading revenues due to market volatility, with UBS seeing a 32% increase in equity and foreign exchange trading. In contrast, Crédit Agricole faced extraordinary costs and a significant tax burden, impacting its profits despite a rise in quarterly revenue. The bank is deliberating its response to UniCredit's takeover bid for Banco BPM, where it holds a 19.8% stake.
Societe Generale reported a significant increase in first-quarter earnings, with net income more than doubling to 1.61 billion euros, surpassing analyst expectations. The growth was driven by a rebound in retail banking and a surge in equities trading, while the bank's return on tangible equity reached 11%. Despite a strong performance, the bank's valuation remains relatively low compared to peers, with a price-to-book ratio near 0.5.
Societe Generale SA reported a 6.6% increase in net banking income for Q1 2025, reaching €7.1 billion. Group net income more than doubled to €1.6 billion, while operating income surged 68.8% to €2.1 billion, with a return on tangible equity of 11%. CEO Slawomir Krupa highlighted strong revenue growth across all businesses and improved cost management, positioning the bank favorably to meet annual targets.
In 2024, Europe's top bankers are earning record salaries, led by Sergio Ermotti of UBS at 15.4 million euros, followed by Andrea Orcel of Unicredit at 13.2 million euros. Other notable figures include Christian Sewing of Deutsche Bank at 9.8 million euros and Hector Grisi of Santander at 8.3 million euros. These high earnings are driven by substantial bank profits, despite rising interest rates, while discussions in Switzerland about limiting executive pay could impact future compensation dynamics.
In 2024, Sergio Ermotti, CEO of UBS, topped the list of Europe's highest-paid bankers with a salary of 15.6 million euros, followed by Andrea Orcel of Unicredit at 13.2 million euros, marking a 32% increase. The average salary for CEOs of the top 10 European banks was 7 million euros, driven by exceptional profits from rising interest rates. Despite the substantial compensation, criticism arose regarding the high pay of bank executives, prompting Unicredit to defend Orcel's salary increase as essential for long-term commitment in a competitive market.
Sergio Ermotti, Chairman of UBS, topped the list of highest-paid bankers in Europe for 2024, earning 14.9 million francs. Following him is Unicredit's Andrea Orcel with 13.2 million euros, and Deutsche Bank's Christian Sewing at 9.8 million. Many banks benefited from rising interest rates, leading to increased profits and remuneration.
In 2024, UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti topped the list of Europe's highest-paid bankers with earnings of €15.6 million, followed by UniCredit's Andrea Orcel at €13.2 million, marking a 32% increase. Deutsche Bank's Christian Sewing rounded out the top three with €9.8 million. The surge in salaries is attributed to significant bank profits and rising stock prices.
Sergio Ermotti, CEO of UBS, topped the list of highest-paid CEOs among European banks in 2024, earning 14.9 million Swiss francs. UniCredit's Andrea Orcel received the largest raise, bringing his total to 13.2 million euros, while Deutsche Bank's Christian Sewing followed with 9.8 million euros. Other notable figures include Santander's Hector Grisi at 8.3 million euros and BBVA's Onur Genc at 7.3 million euros, with the lowest compensation reported at 2.6 million euros for Credit Agricole's Philippe Brassac.
Sergio Ermotti, CEO of UBS, topped the list of highest-paid CEOs among Europe's largest banks in 2024, earning 14.9 million Swiss francs. UniCredit's Andrea Orcel followed with a significant raise to 13.2 million euros, while Deutsche Bank's Christian Sewing earned 9.8 million euros. Many banks benefited from rising interest rates, leading to increased profits and higher compensation for executives.
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