Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results 2013
CEO Christian Clausen’s comments on the results:“2013 was another year of low growth and interest rates declined to record-low levels. In this environment, we delivered a stable income level (in local currencies) and saw a continued inflow of relationship customers. For the 13th consecutive quarter, we have kept costs flat. Loan losses decreased by 17% and the operating profit increased by 3% (both in local currencies). The core tier 1 ratio has improved by 180 basis points to 14.9%, due to modest loan demand, strong capital generation and continued efficiencies. The Board of Directors