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Russian banks' net profit up 7% m/m in April, central bank says

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Posted on May 28, 2025

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Russian banks' net profit up 7% m/m in April, central bank says
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MOSCOW (Reuters) -The net profit of Russian banks rose by 7% in month-on-month terms in April to 261 billion roubles ($3.27 billion), according to data published by the central bank on Wednesday.

Russian Banks Experience 7% Monthly Profit Increase in April

MOSCOW (Reuters) -The net profit of Russian banks rose by 7% in month-on-month terms in April to 261 billion roubles ($3.27 billion), according to data published by the central bank on Wednesday.

Corporate lending rose by 0.9% in April compared to March, while consumer lending declined by 0.7%, the central bank said.

($1 = 79.8705 roubles)

(Reporting by Elena Fabrichnaya; Writing by Maxim Rodionov; Editing by Alexander Marrow)

Key Takeaways

  • Russian banks' net profit rose by 7% in April.
  • Total profit reached 261 billion roubles.
  • Corporate lending increased by 0.9%.
  • Consumer lending declined by 0.7%.
  • Central bank provided the financial data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the net profit of Russian banks in April?
The net profit of Russian banks rose by 7% in April to 261 billion roubles ($3.27 billion).
How did corporate and consumer lending perform in April?
Corporate lending rose by 0.9% in April compared to March, while consumer lending declined by 0.7%.
What does the central bank report indicate about the banking sector?
According to the central bank, the increase in net profit and the mixed performance in lending reflect ongoing trends in the Russian banking sector.

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