Nordea Bank Reports Strong Third-Quarter Results
Nordea Bank Abp reported a 15.1% return on equity for the third quarter of 2026. Earnings per share reached EUR 0.35.

Nordea Bank Abp announced its third-quarter 2026 results on October 15, 2026, reporting a return on equity of 15.1%. The bank described the performance as solid, achieved amidst seasonally more subdued activity levels. The cost-to-income ratio remained stable at 45.0%, and earnings per share were EUR 0.35, both largely unchanged year-on-year.
Total income saw a 2% increase compared to the previous year. Net interest income grew by 1% both year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter, partly driven by volume growth. While specific details on income and cost developments will be further elaborated, the results suggest a steady operational performance within the current market.
As the largest banking group in the Nordic region, Nordea continues to execute its strategy aimed at increasing market share and enhancing operational efficiency. The bank has focused on developing digital services and improving customer experience in recent years.
The third-quarter results provide a basis for further analysis and offer investors insight into the bank's financial standing after the first three quarters of 2026.