In terms of 2024 operating expenses, Raiffeisen indicated only the growth pace, of 9% year-on-year.

The amount of loans granted to clients rose by 9% from 2023.

Deposit volume continued to strengthen, posting a 20% higher advance against the previous year.

The volume of new loans granted to SMEs increased by 11% from 2023 amid active involvement in governmental schemes.

The factory by Raiffeisen Bank community reached over 560 startups, with funding worth above EUR30.5 million released.

In the private banking area, Raiffeisen Private Banking Romania overshot EUR1 billion in investment products, with assets under management nearing EUR1.7 billion (up 12.5%).

As regards the leasing arm, Raiffeisen Leasing posted a 67% increase in new business volumes in 2024 against 2023.

(English version by Catalina Apostoiu)