Nations Trust Bank supporting economic revival
View(s):Nations Trust Bank (NTB) PLC has reported strong results for first half of 2025, achieving a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 9 billion, reflecting a healthy 10 per cent year-on-year growth.
NTB Director/CEO Hemantha D. Gunetilleke, stated, “The bank’s performance in 1H 2025 highlights our commitment to economic growth and credit expansion across customer segments. Loans to our customers grew by Rs. 74 billion, a 26 per cent increase in the first 6 months, highlighting the bank’s contribution to supporting business growth and economic revival. Our solid capital position, strong liquidity buffers and steadfast commitment to service excellence and digital empowerment remain as our key drivers of financial performance”
The bank’s profitability was further supported by a Net Interest Margin (NIM) of 6.37 per cent, reflecting efficient asset-liability management and prudent pricing strategies. The bank reported a Return on Equity (ROE) of 21.25 per cent, while the Earnings Per Share for the six months ending 30th June 2025 increased to Rs. 26.59, against Rs. 24.27 recorded during the same period last year.
Capital strength continued to be the foundation of our growth readiness, with Tier I Capital at 17.12 per cent and a Total Capital Adequacy Ratio of 18.24 per cent, well above the regulatory requirements of 8.5 per cent and 12.5 per cent, respectively.
With strong financial fundamentals, consistent growth, and a focus on innovation, Nations Trust Bank remains committed to delivering on its promise of ‘Trust in Better’ while delivering better experience to its customers, the bank said in a media release.
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