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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Anna Wise

MYSTERIOUS: Natwest profit soars by almost a quarter while staff bonuses swell 0e01ef4e 0bcf 4e9d a7ba e89b0d341140 - What They Never Told You

Income from Natwest’s retail banking division alone jumped by 15% year-on-year. (Matt Crossick/PA) - (PA Wire)

NatWest Group has reported a significant surge in its annual profits, climbing by almost a quarter last year, while its chief executive's remuneration saw a substantial one-third increase.

The banking giant, which encompasses Royal Bank of Scotland, Ulster Bank, and Coutts, announced an operating pre-tax profit of £7.7 billion for 2025. This figure represents a 24.4% rise compared to the previous year, surpassing analysts' forecasts of £7.5 billion.

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