NatWest Surprises Analysts with Strong Earnings as Customer Defaults Remain Minimal

In a striking revelation this week, NatWest Group has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024 that exceeded analysts’ expectations. The UK-based banking giant reported a pre-tax profit of £1.5 billion, markedly higher than the anticipated £1.2 billion. This impressive performance is accentuated by a substantial decrease in the number of customer defaults, which bodes well for the bank and the broader economy.

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