Vienna, May 5, 2026
Raiffeisenbank International (RBI) reported a decline in profit to €209 million in the first quarter of 2026, while its operating result excluding Russia rose by 12 percent.
Financial Results Overview
RBI recorded a profit of €209 million in Q1 2026, marking a significant decline compared to the previous year. At the same time, the operating result excluding Russia operations increased by 12 percent to €760 million. Net interest income rose by five percent to €1.076 billion, while core earnings grew by five percent to €1.596 billion.
Fee and commission income climbed to €520 million, indicating stronger business activity in other markets. However, administrative expenses also rose sharply to €986 million, weighing on profit margins.
Business Development and Forecasts
RBI's customer loans increased by three percent in Q1 to €105 million. The bank expects net interest income of €4.4 billion and fee and commission income of €2.1 billion for the full year 2026. These forecasts reflect the bank's strategic focus on more stable markets.