Commerzbank Achieves Record Operating Result After Nine Months

Commerzbank has reported a significant increase in its operating result, reaching €3.4 billion for the first nine months of 2025. This marks a 21% increase from the previous year. Revenue rose by 11% to €9 billion, supported by an 8% boost in net commission income. Despite restructuring expenses of €553 million, the bank's net profit for the period was €1.9 billion. The cost-income ratio improved to 56%, below the targeted 57% for the full year.

The bank also initiated a share buyback program, aiming to repurchase up to €1 billion of its shares. Commerzbank is seeking additional approval for a further €600 million buyback from the ECB and German Finance Agency. The current CET 1 ratio stands at a solid 14.7%.

Commerzbank's 'Momentum' strategy outlines ambitious 2028 targets, including a cost-income ratio of 50% and a 15% net return on tangible equity. This year, the bank has made significant progress toward these goals through revenue growth and a declining cost-income ratio.