Bank Pekao CEO Says Bank Is Going to Grow by 10% 'at Least' This Year

The video discusses the strategic repositioning of a major Polish bank towards retail and SME sectors, emphasizing digitalization and cost efficiency. It explores the bank's operating environment in Poland, including government policies and economic growth. The impact of international disputes on Polish banks is examined, with a focus on investor concerns and the bank's valuation. The video concludes with insights into consumer confidence and future lending projections, highlighting the bank's strong financial performance and growth potential.

What was the bank's primary focus after transitioning from the UNI Credit Group?

• Large corporate enterprises

• Reducing workforce

• Retail, micro, and small-medium enterprises

• International expansion

What was a significant achievement in the bank's digitalization efforts?

• Opening new branches

• 40% increase in customers using digital channels

• Hiring more IT staff

• Launching a new website

How has the Polish government impacted the banking sector?

• By reducing taxes

• By nationalizing banks

• By implementing a banking tax

• By providing subsidies

What is the bank's perspective on international disputes affecting business?

• They have no noticeable impact on business

• They have led to increased regulations

• They have significantly reduced investments

• They have improved business relations

What is the bank's growth projection for the current year?

• 5%

• 20%

• 10%

• 15%

What is the bank's cost of risk compared to the sector?

• Higher than average

• One of the lowest in the sector

• Average

• Unspecified

What is the expected interest rate change later this year?

• Increase by 25 basis points

• No change

• Increase by 50 basis points

• Decrease by 25 basis points