NatWest (NWG LN) - Q4 (GBP): Pretax Profit 1.94bln (exp. 1.72bln), Revenue 4.32bln (prev. 3.83bln Y/Y), NII 3.44bln (exp. 3.33bln); intends to commence a GBP 750mln share buyback programme in H1'26
NatWest's Q4 results show a significant beat in pretax profit and revenue compared to expectations, indicating solid performance in the banking sector.
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Newsquawk Daily European Equity Opening News - 13th February 2026
NatWest (NWG LN) - Q4 (GBP): Pretax Profit 1.94bln (exp. 1.72bln), Revenue 4.32bln (prev. 3.83bln Y/Y), NII 3.44bln (exp. 3.33bln); intends to commence a GBP 750mln share buyback programme in H1'26
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Newsquawk Daily European Opening News - 13th February 2026
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FY26 Guidance:
- ROE above +17% (exp. +18%).
- Total income between 17.2-17.6bln.
The initiation of a GBP 750 million share buyback may signal confidence in future earnings and return of capital to shareholders, which could positively impact the stock's valuation. Overall, the FY26 guidance remains strong, although slightly below expectations for ROE, suggesting a cautious optimism ahead.
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