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Germany's PBB makes small profit and confirms targets

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Posted on May 12, 2026

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· Last updated: May 12, 2026

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Deutsche Pfandbriefbank Posts Q1 Profit Drop, Reaffirms Annual Targets for 2024

Q1 Financial Results and Outlook

Significant Decline in Quarterly Net Profit

FRANKFURT, May 12 (Reuters) - Deutsche Pfandbriefbank (PBB), one of Germany's top property financiers, on Tuesday posted a nearly 80% drop in first quarter net profit but confirmed its annual targets "in a more challenging environment".

Comparison with Previous Year and Recent Performance

The bank's quarterly net profit was 5 million euros ($5.88 million), compared with 24 million euros a year earlier. It had posted a loss for all of 2025.

Exchange Rate Information

($1 = 0.8504 euros)

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Tom Sims, editing by Kirsti Knolle)

Key Takeaways

  • Q1 2026 net profit stood at €5 million versus €24 million a year earlier, following a full‑year loss in 2025. (onvista.de)
  • Management confirmed its 2026 guidance: pretax profit of €30 million–40 million and operating income of €375 million–425 million, despite sluggish CRE recovery and US exit costs. (finanzwire.com)
  • S&P affirmed PBB’s ‘BBB‑/A‑3’ credit rating but downgraded its ratings outlook to negative, citing weak earnings, elevated funding costs and transformation risks, although the DIG acquisition could boost €40 million in 2026 revenue. (spglobal.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was Deutsche Pfandbriefbank's net profit in Q1 2024?
PBB's net profit for the first quarter of 2024 was 5 million euros.
How does PBB's Q1 2024 profit compare to last year?
PBB's Q1 2024 profit dropped nearly 80% compared to 24 million euros a year earlier.
Has Deutsche Pfandbriefbank changed its annual targets?
No, PBB has confirmed its annual financial targets despite the challenging environment.
What sector is Deutsche Pfandbriefbank primarily active in?
PBB is one of Germany's leading property finance banks.

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