Record-Breaking Quarterly Performance

Deutsche Bank announced a remarkable 39% year-on-year increase in its first-quarter profit for 2025, reaching €2 billion. This achievement marks the bank's best quarterly performance in fourteen years.

Financial Highlights

The bank's profit before tax also saw a significant rise of 39%, totaling €2.8 billion. Total quarterly net revenues experienced a 10% increase from the previous year, amounting to €8.5 billion. Notably, the cost/income ratio stood at 61.2%, well within the targeted range of under 65% for 2025.

Leadership's Perspective

"Our first-quarter results not only exceed expectations but also set a solid foundation for achieving our 2025 targets. This success is a testament to the effectiveness of our Global Hausbank strategy, combining revenue growth with cost efficiency," stated CEO Christian Sewing.