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Capital optimization, asset quality normalization and strategic transformations are key themes.

• Read more about Nordic niche banks focus on optimisation and scalability in 2026

Regional economies expected to be stable; but not necessarily growing.

• Read more about Swedish savings banks face little drama in 2026

Join our webinar for a discussion on expectations for the year ahead.

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The acquisition marks NOBA's entrance into Swedish SME lending.

• Read more about NCR comments: NOBA Bank Group 'BBB' rating unchanged following acquisition of DBT Capital

Financial risk profiles may weaken from capital-efficient growth initiatives.

• Read more about Share buybacks may weaken Swedish real estate managers' financial risk profiles in 2026

Share repurchase expected to have limited impact on financial leverage and interest coverage.

• Read more about NCR Comments: Platzer Fastigheter Holding AB (publ) rating and outlook unchanged following announcement of share buyback

The reduction in leverage is expected to be temporary.

• Read more about NCR Comments: Intea Fastigheter AB (publ) 'BBB' rating unchanged following equity issue

Bank initiates second share buyback programme of SEK 500m.

• Read more about NCR comments: Norion Bank 'BB+' rating unchanged following start of buyback programme

Financial key metrics set to remain strong despite increased leverage.

• Read more about NCR Comments: Heba Fastighets AB (publ) 'BBB' rating and outlook unchanged following revised expectations on financial development

Strong access to financing and compressing credit margins expected to improve interest coverage.

• Read more about Strong financing climate for Swedish real estate companies in an uncertain environment