Strong Q2 Earnings

Svenska Handelsbanken AB (SVNLF) reported a strong second quarter with an operating profit of SEK 6.7 billion, representing a return on equity (ROE) of nearly 13%. The bank's business growth was driven by increases in lending, deposits, and assets under management, alongside stable net interest income (NII) and expenses. Fee and commission income reached near all‑time highs, with robust performance in the savings business contributing to this success.