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Deutsche Bank Cuts Jobs Amid 76% Profit Plunge

2/1/2025

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Sewing Cuts Costs

Deutsche Bank will reduce management roles and headcount to combat a 14% rise in costs.
CEO Christian Sewing targets a cost-to-income ratio below 65%, increasing from 62.5%.
Q4 2024 net profit plummeted 76% to €337 million, impacted by the lack of a one-time tax asset.
A €750 million share buyback program aims to boost investor confidence, with 2025 seen as pivotal for change.
The personal banking sector experienced a 5% revenue decline, with a goal of over 10% returns on tangible equity by 2025.

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Lagarde Lowers Rates

The European Central Bank (ECB) reduced its deposit rate by 0.25% to 2.75% to boost the eurozone economy.
President Christine Lagarde highlighted persistent economic challenges, including 2.4% inflation and stagnant growth in Germany and France.
Analysts predict further cuts, potentially reaching 2% by late 2025, to balance growth and inflation.
U.S. trade policies add external risks, complicating the ECB's recovery strategy.

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Sewing Cuts Costs

Deutsche Bank will reduce management roles and headcount to combat a 14% rise in costs.
CEO Christian Sewing targets a cost-to-income ratio below 65%, increasing from 62.5%.
Q4 2024 net profit plummeted 76% to €337 million, impacted by the lack of a one-time tax asset.
A €750 million share buyback program aims to boost investor confidence, with 2025 seen as pivotal for change.
The personal banking sector experienced a 5% revenue decline, with a goal of over 10% returns on tangible equity by 2025.

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