Core Insights - Intesa Sanpaolo achieved a record quarterly net income of over €2.6 billion in 1Q25, with an annualized Return on Equity of 20%, supporting guidance for 2025 net income well above €9 billion [2][7] Financial Performance - The bank reported a 7% increase in commissions compared to 1Q24, with Wealth Management & Protection activities growing by 11% [3] - Insurance income reached its highest quarter ever, increasing by 9% compared to 4Q24 [3] - Customer financial assets grew by €45.5 billion year-over-year, totaling approximately €1.4 trillion, supported by €900 billion in direct deposits and Assets under Management (AuM) [3] Cost Efficiency - Intesa Sanpaolo maintained a strong focus on cost discipline, achieving a record low Cost/Income ratio of 38%, one of the best in Europe [4] Technology and Digital Transformation - The bank invested €4.4 billion in digital transformation, hiring around 2,350 IT specialists and migrating 62% of applications to the cloud [5] - Isybank, the bank's digital platform, reached one million clients, indicating the success of the digital strategy [5] Social Impact Commitment - Intesa Sanpaolo has deployed over €0.7 billion from 2023 to 1Q25 for social impact initiatives, including approximately €65 million in the first quarter to combat poverty and reduce inequality [6] 2025 Outlook - The bank confirmed its outlook for 2025, projecting net income well above €9 billion and plans to return over €8.2 billion to shareholders this year [7] Leadership Remarks - CEO Carlo Messina emphasized the bank's strong market position, capital generation capabilities, and commitment to technological innovation and environmental transition [9]