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Bank of Cyprus to Present Updated Financial Targets

Published March 3, 2026, 12:19
Bank of Cyprus to Present Updated Financial Targets

Bank of Cyprus is set to present its revised strategic priorities and financial targets for the 2026-2028 period to investors tomorrow. The new targets reflect the bank's improved operational performance, effective asset management, and positive trends in its operating sectors. The bank anticipates a Return on Tangible Equity (ROTE) exceeding 20% with a CET1 ratio of 15%, and organic capital generation of 350-400 bps annually. The bank aims to stabilize net interest income in 2026, with an annual increase of around 3% for the 2026-2028 period, based on a 4% annual increase in lending, growth in the bond portfolio, and maintaining deposits at current levels. The net interest margin is expected to remain above 270 bps in 2026 and increase subsequently, strengthened by an improved composition of interest-earning assets and the channeling of liquidity into increased lending and bond portfolios. Furthermore, the bank seeks to increase non-interest income with lower capital requirements. The management of Bank of Cyprus emphasizes continuous profitability and providing high returns to shareholders, while maintaining high levels of dividend distributions. These goals support the steady and resilient growth of the bank in the competitive financial sector.