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Sparebank 1 SR Bank ASA ( (GB:0Q57) ) has issued an announcement.

SpareBank 1 Gruppen reported a group profit after tax of 944 million kroner for the first quarter, up from 735 million kroner in the same period last year, with the majority’s share rising to 488 million kroner from 406 million kroner. SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge ASA, which owns 19.5% of SpareBank 1 Gruppen, recorded 95 million kroner as its share of the group’s first-quarter profit, compared with 79 million kroner a year earlier, underscoring stronger earnings contributions from its stake in the alliance.

The improved profitability at group level highlights a solid start to 2026 for the SpareBank 1 structure, supporting capital generation and potentially enhancing financial flexibility for member banks. For SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge ASA, the higher income from its ownership interest strengthens its earnings base and may bolster its position in the Norwegian banking market, benefiting shareholders through increased profit contribution from associated companies.

More about Sparebank 1 SR Bank ASA

SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge ASA is a Norwegian financial institution within the SpareBank 1 alliance, focusing on retail and corporate banking services in its regional market. Through its 19.5% stake in SpareBank 1 Gruppen AS, the bank also gains exposure to a broader portfolio of financial and insurance products offered across the group.

Average Trading Volume: 297,728

Current Market Cap: NOK81.09B

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