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Russia’s VTB posts 1.8% y/y net profit drop in Jan–April

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Posted on May 28, 2026

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· Last updated: May 28, 2026

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VTB Posts 1.8% Year-on-Year Net Profit Decline for Jan–April 2026

VTB Financial Results and Future Outlook

Net Profit Performance for January–April 2026

MOSCOW, May 28 (Reuters) - Russia's second-largest lender VTB on Thursday reported an 1.8% year-on-year decline in its net profit for January to April to 162.8 billion roubles ($2.28 billion).

April 2026 Net Profit Growth

Net profit for April 2026 rose by 24.3% year-on-year to 30.2 billion roubles, the bank said.

Executive Commentary

"Overall, the month produced a decent result, but don't expect anything particularly outstanding," first deputy CEO Dmitry Pyanov said.

Profit Targets and Long-Term Goals

The bank's net profit target for 2026 is 600 billion to 650 billion roubles, Pyanov said, adding that in 2027 to 2029 VTB "will be aiming for 1 trillion roubles".

Exchange Rate Information

($1 = 71.4000 roubles)

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Elena Fabrichnaya; Editing by Alison Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • Jan–Apr 2026 net profit down 1.8% to ₽162.8 billion; April profit up 24.3% YoY to ₽30.2 billion (Reuters, May 28, 2026).
  • VTB maintains a 2026 net profit target of ₽600–650 billion and aims for ₽1 trillion during 2027–2029 (Reuters, May 28, 2026).
  • The broader Russian banking sector is projected to post record profits of ₽3.6–3.9 trillion in 2026, bolstering VTB’s optimistic outlook (TASS, May 27, 2026).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did VTB's net profit decline year-on-year for Jan–April?
VTB's net profit declined by 1.8% year-on-year for January to April, totaling 162.8 billion roubles.
What was VTB's net profit for April 2026?
VTB's net profit for April 2026 was 30.2 billion roubles, up 24.3% year-on-year.
What is VTB's net profit target for 2026?
VTB's net profit target for 2026 is between 600 billion and 650 billion roubles.
What are VTB's net profit goals for 2027–2029?
VTB aims for a net profit of 1 trillion roubles annually from 2027 to 2029.
Who reported the financial results for VTB?
The financial results were reported by first deputy CEO Dmitry Pyanov.

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