Dutch banking giant ABN Amro reported a 6% decline in Q2 net profit to €606 million, down from €642 million a year earlier, citing lower interest income as a key factor. The bank’s net interest income fell 5% to €1.53 billion, with its margin narrowing to 149 basis points. However, fee-based income rose 6% to €492 million, driven by revised pricing in retail banking. Despite the profit drop, ABN Amro announced a €250 million share buyback program, starting August 7, backed by a robust CET1 capital ratio of 14.8%.
Strategic Growth Amid Challenges
The bank’s mortgage portfolio grew by €1.8 billion to €160 billion, reflecting resilience in the Dutch housing market. ABN Amro also confirmed an interim dividend of €0.54 per share, payable in September. Strategic moves included completing a German wealth management acquisition and plans to launch a neobank targeting younger customers. The bank maintained its full-year cost guidance of €5.3–5.4 billion, with further capital optimization plans slated for Q4.
