Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited (KBRA) comments on Irish banks' 2019 earnings results. The banks-Bank of Ireland, Allied Irish Banks plc, Ulster Bank Ireland DAC, Permanent TSB, and KBC Bank Ireland plc- delivered a sound performance in 2019, helped by a supportive economic environment despite Brexit-related uncertainties. The banks reported improved asset quality, strong capital ratios, and sound funding profiles, although profitability remained under pressure. KBRA continues to monitor the potential direct and indirect effects of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on the banking sector and wider economy. Please refer to our publication of KBRA Monitors Coronavirus (COVID-19) Credit Impact by Sector for more detail.
The main takeaways from the report include:
- Gross loan contraction at three banks, mostly due to legacy portfolio sales; new lending continues to rise.
- Profitability is under pressure from the low interest rate environment and negatively impacted by legacy issues.
- Accelerated reduction of NPLs; further sales and/or securitisation of legacy portfolios expected in 2020.
- Strengthened capital positions in light of improved risk profiles.
- Increased core deposit funding and successful issuances of bail-in-able debt.
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Related Publications:
- Republic of Ireland Surveillance Report
- Irish Banks' 2018 Results Reflect Accelerated Reduction of Nonperforming Loans
- Irish Banks: Continued Recovery Despite Headwinds
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