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NOVA grows profit by 107.9%, grows earnings to N23.34bn

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April 18, 2023
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NOVA Merchant Bank Limited has announced its Audited Full Year 2022 financial results, showing an outstanding 107.9% year-on-year growth in profit before tax and the group year-on-year profit before tax of 98.2%, as both funded and non-funded income grew significantly on the back of innovative offerings and exceptional customer service.
Notably, the Group continues to gain market share, a reflection of its steady penetration across key growth sectors, as reflected in the 30% growth in customer deposits.
Asset quality remains exceptional, with Non-Performing Loan ratio of 0.2%, underscoring the best-in-class governance and management discipline in creating quality assets and ensuring effective risk management.
The financial statement of the company shows that Gross Earnings peaked at N23.34 billion, compared to N17.03 billion in 2021FY (37.01% YoY growth), while Fees and Other Income rose to N6.70 billion, compared to N4.97 billion in 2021FY (34.9% YoY growth).
The Profit Before Tax of.yhe bank stood at N3.50 billion, translating to 107.9% year-on-year growth whilst the Group’s PBT stood at N3.34billion, translating to 98.2% year-on-year growth.
The Profit After Tax of the Bank rose to N3.21 billion, compared to N1.58 billion in 2021FY (102.9% YoY growth). Whilst for the Group it was N3.11 billion, compared to N1.61 billion in 2021FY (93.7% YoY growth).
The Total Assets of the bank hit N279.9 billion, compared to N244.2 billion as at 2021FY (14.6% YoY growth).
The bank’s deposits stood at N152.01 billion; strong 30.0% year-on-year growth from N116.9 billion whilst shareholders fund grew to N26.77 billion, up 13.1% YoY growth; reflecting strong internal capital generation.
Commenting on the results and broader achievements of the Group, the Chairman of the Board, Mr. Phillips Oduoza, noted: “It’s exciting that the Group continues to sustain its remarkable growth trajectory since inception, leveraging on innovative offerings and customer service excellence in deepening market penetration and continuously gaining market share across all segments of the business. I am particularly pleased with the sound governance practice and diligence of the Management in upholding the asset quality of the Bank, a feat which has become a benchmark in the industry. Notwithstanding the challenging economic environment, the Bank continues to demonstrate commitment to customers’ financing objectives and supporting their overall business growth. In reciprocal, we continue to gain a larger share of our customers’ wallets and win new clients, as reflected in the 37% growth in gross earnings, buoyed by stellar performance of both funded and non-funded income. The strength of our balance sheet, our exceptional service, bespoke financing solutions and new thinking are uncommon qualities that continue to distinguish our Bank.”
“More than ever, we are optimistic on the Nigerian economy and more importantly our business, as we continue to invest in sustainable strategies that ensure the resilience of our business to varying economic cycles. We are dedicated to the success of our customers and would continue to support our HNI clients through their financial life cycle, including through our wealth management offerings and advisory services. We would remain trusted partners to our corporate clients, supporting them through our tailored offerings that optimize their financial outcomes. It is our commitment to continuously lead new thinking and unlock new opportunities for the mutual prosperity of customers and our business.”
Also speaking on the results, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Nath Ude, said; “In keeping to our pledge of supporting clients’ growth, Nova Merchant Bank continues to create novel financing structures to meet dynamic needs of our customers across key growth sectors. The strong capitalization and liquidity ratios reinforce our capacity to underwrite quality transactions, in addition to leveraging our expanded scope of offerings in delivering unique customer experience. I am pleased that the loyalty of our clients does not only spur our business growth; it also reinforces our earnings growth and sustainability. We achieved a 107.9% growth in profit before tax and recorded notable growth across all balance sheet lines, reflecting the success of our strategy and the execution capacity of our team.”
“We continue to invest in new technologies, including our robust digital platform, to create exceptional service experience for our customers. Nova Merchant Bank is a positive disruptor and would continue to lead innovation and investments in technology and risk managements practices that revolutionize financial services in Nigeria, as we remain focused on unlocking new opportunities for our esteemed clients. We would sustainably deliver exceptional service to our customers, as we create superior value for all stakeholders.

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