DNB Group: Basis swap impact in first quarter 2014

In the first quarter of 2014, the DNB Group will record a negative effect of basis swaps connected to funding of approximately NOK 596 million.

In the first quarter of 2013, there was a negative effect of basis swaps of NOK 233 million.

Basis swaps are derivative contracts entered into in connection with long-term funding in international capital markets where the relevant currency is converted to Norwegian kroner. These swaps are hedging instruments, and over the lifetime of the derivatives the mark-to-market adjustments will have zero effect.

For further information, please contact Investor Relations in DNB:
Per Sagbakken: +47 23268400
Jan Erik Gjerland: +47 23268408