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Impressive Financial Growth: Eurobank Cyprus Reaches €214M Net Profit In 2024

Eurobank Cyprus concluded 2024 with a striking net profit of €214 million, demonstrating heightened profitability alongside robust capital adequacy. These results underscore the bank’s unwavering resilience and effective management throughout a challenging year. Their current figures highlight a strong commitment to entrepreneurship and economic development in Cyprus.

Significant Financial Metrics

The bank saw a noteworthy year-on-year profit increase of €14.6 million, or 7.3%, leading to €258.7 million in profit before taxes. The strategic control of operational expenses, along with boosted income, reduced the Cost-to-Income ratio to 16.8%, down from 17.7% in the previous year.

Robust Capital And Loan Quality

The Capital Adequacy and Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratios reached an impressive 37.4%, enhancing its stability beyond the mandatory regulatory requirements. Loans rose to €2.973 million, with a Loans-to-Deposits ratio at 32.2%, reflecting continued strength in its lending portfolio.

Meanwhile, the Non-Performing Exposures (NPE) ratio held steady at a commendable 2.3%, indicating robust credit management practices.

CEO Insights

Andreas Petsas, CEO of Eurobank Cyprus, hailed 2024 as a monumental year, lauding the bank’s growing role in advancing sustainable entrepreneurship and its steadfast dedication towards green transition. For more insights on the financial landscape in Cyprus, explore our analysis of Cyprus banks’ lending trends.

Looking ahead, Petsas emphasized the bank’s ongoing commitment to enhance client services and support both personal and business growth.

SEC Drops Lawsuit Against Gemini: A Major Turning Point In Crypto Regulation

SEC Dismisses Legal Action Against Gemini

The Securities and Exchange Commission has formally withdrawn its lawsuit against Gemini, the prominent crypto exchange founded by twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. The move follows a joint court filing in which both the regulator and Gemini sought dismissal of the case that centered on the collapse of the Gemini Earn investment product, a debacle that left investors without access to their funds for 18 months.

Settlement And Regulatory Reassessment

In a significant development, a 2024 settlement between New York and Gemini ensured that investors recovered one hundred percent of their crypto assets loaned through the Gemini Earn program. The legal reprieve comes on the heels of actions initiated by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who accused Gemini of defrauding investors.

Political Backdrop And Industry Implications

This dismissal reinforces a broader trend of regulatory leniency toward the crypto sector noted during the Trump administration, which saw the SEC dismiss, pause, or reduce penalties in more than 60 percent of its pending crypto lawsuits. Meanwhile, Gemini’s recent public offering filing underscores its ambitions to solidify its status as a major player in the evolving digital asset market.

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