Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, Italy’s oldest bank, has been downgraded by Citi. The downgrade reflects concerns over the bank’s financial health. Citi’s analysis shows that the bank’s non-performing loans (NPLs) ratio stands at a concerning 13.4%, significantly higher than the industry average. This high NPL ratio indicates potential future losses. Additionally, the bank’s return on equity (ROE) is a mere 1.2%, far below the sector’s average of 6.5%. The downgrade also considers the bank’s recent capital increase, which was only 75% subscribed, leaving it with a capital shortfall. Citi’s report highlights that the bank’s cost-to-income ratio is 65%, suggesting inefficiencies in operations. These statistics paint a picture of a bank struggling to maintain profitability and manage risk effectively.
Source: thefly.com















