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.

Discuss the outlook for the IPO market as mentioned in the text and the factors influencing it.

What is the expected impact of the Central Bank's rate hikes on shareholder returns this year?