BCR group posted an operating profit of EUR160.3 million in the first half, up 7.4% on the year, as its operating revenue declined 1.5% to EUR327.5 million, while operating expenses decreased 8.7%, to EUR167.2 million.
Net income from interests (including lender Banca Comerciala Romana) increased 4.9%, to EUR220.5 million, due to increased loan volumes.
Erste Group posted a net profit of EUR294 million in the first half of the year, 60% lower compared with the same period in 2019, impacted by EUR675 million set aside as provisions.