DNB CEO Kjerstin Braathen on 1Q Earnings, Inflation, IPOs

The transcript covers various financial topics, including the impact of inflation on SMEs, risk management revenues amid market volatility, trends in the IPO market, and the effects of interest rate hikes on banks and shareholder returns. The discussion highlights the resilience of the Norwegian economy compared to the US and Europe, the opportunities presented by market volatility, and the strategic diversification in investment banking activities.

What is the current inflation rate in Norway as mentioned in the video?

• 2.1%

• 3.5%

• 4.0%

• 1.8%

How does the bank view the impact of market volatility on its risk management revenues?

• It sees it as a negative impact.

• It considers it irrelevant.

• It views it as an opportunity.

• It believes it will stabilize soon.

What has been the trend in the IPO market according to the video?

• A slight increase

• A significant increase

• Stability

• A decline

How has the bank compensated for the slowdown in the IPO market?

• By reducing operational costs

• Through high activity in M&A and debt capital markets

• By expanding into new geographical markets

• By increasing loan interest rates

What is the impact of central bank rate hikes on banks, as discussed in the video?

• Positive impact on shareholder returns

• No impact

• Increased operational costs

• Negative impact on profits