BNP Paribas CFO on Trading Revenue, Bad Loan Provisions, Dividend

The transcript discusses BNP Paribas' Q3 financial performance, highlighting strong results due to diversification. It addresses the impact of new lockdowns in Europe, noting differences from earlier in the year. The bank's dividend policy is constrained by ECB restrictions, with a focus on cost management. The closure of the Geneva commodities unit is mentioned, with no significant impact on numbers. Finally, the transcript touches on consolidation in the European banking sector, with BNP Paribas focusing on digital growth rather than branch expansion.

What is the current status of the dividend policy for BNP Paribas?

How is BNP Paribas planning to manage costs moving forward?

What is BNP Paribas's stance on cross-border consolidation in Europe?