Question · Q3 2025
Benjamin Cavan Roberts of Goldman Sachs inquired about NatWest's deposit momentum, specifically addressing fixed-term outflows and the strategic pricing decisions influencing them, alongside the future trajectory for deposits. He also asked about the momentum and key business drivers for non-interest income.
Answer
CEO Paul Thwaite explained that overall deposits were up 1% year-to-date, with varied trends across businesses, noting retail fixed-term reductions due to large maturities and a focus on balancing value and volume. For non-interest income, Mr. Thwaite highlighted broad-based momentum from cards, payments, and strong performance in the CNI markets business, driven by FX and capital markets.