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Kiwibank finds business appetite to borrow in difficult economy

The bank reported a weaker net profit in the year ended June, and says the next two months are ‘crucial’ for its capital raise process.

Business lending expanded by $1 billion over the year.

Key points
  • Operating income: up to $912m 
  • Profit: down to $191m
  • Main takeaway: Kiwibank profit falls but lending up as it targets Aussie competitors for growth with an expected capital injection. 

New Zealand-owned Kiwibank has reported a weaker full-year profit but is bullish about its business banking prospects as the economy recovers.

Its net profit was $191 million in the year ended June, down 5% on $202m last year. The net interest margin (NIM) fell from 2.38% to 2.25%.  

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Key points
  • Operating income: up to $912m 
  • Profit: down to $191m
  • Main takeaway: Kiwibank profit falls but lending up as it targets Aussie competitors for growth with an expected capital injection. 
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