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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The bank reported earnings of $3.9 billion and EPS of $2.20, with a strong quarter driven by robust fee and trading income [13][14] - The CET1 ratio was 14.8%, reflecting strong capital generation, and the bank repurchased 46 million shares for over CAD 4 billion [14][44] - Total bank TTPP increased by 13% year over year, with revenue growing by 10% driven by higher fee income and trading-related revenue [31][32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking achieved record revenue, earnings, deposits, and loan volumes, with RESO volumes surpassing $400 billion [15][36] - U.S. Retail saw core loans grow by 2% year over year, with bank card balances up 12% reaching $3 billion [16][38] - Wealth Management and Insurance delivered record earnings and assets, with direct investing trades per day up 18% year over year [19][41] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. economy showed resilience despite trade uncertainties, with the bank's U.S. Retail segment expected to grow core loans without breaching asset limitations [8][28] - The bank's investment portfolio repositioning resulted in a $1.3 billion pretax loss but is expected to generate a $500 million NII benefit in fiscal 2025 [29][30] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The bank announced a strategic relationship with Fiserv to simplify its portfolio and reduce costs, enhancing client experience [11] - The bank is focused on digital and mobile leadership, with plans to share strategies at the upcoming Investor Day [21][22] - Ongoing investments in AML remediation and governance are expected to continue, with a focus on strengthening the bank's risk management capabilities [23][40] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the Canadian and U.S. economies, highlighting the need for decisive leadership to navigate trade challenges [6][9] - The bank is positioned to manage through economic uncertainties with prudent provisioning and strong capital positions [50][51] - Future profitability is expected to improve despite ongoing remediation costs, with a focus on productivity initiatives [88][89] Other Important Information - The bank incurred restructuring charges of $333 million pretax in Q3, with expected annual savings of $550 million to $650 million [33][34] - The bank's allowance for credit losses increased to $9.7 billion, reflecting additional reserves for policy and trade uncertainties [50] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on AML remediation and balance sheet restructuring - Management confirmed that the majority of management remediation actions are expected to be completed by the end of 2025, with some extending into 2026 and 2027 [91][92] Question: Impact of loan runoff on profitability - Management indicated that while there will be a runoff scenario, core underlying growth is still taking place in various segments, with expectations for revenue dynamics to remain strong [55][88] Question: Expense growth and its drivers - Management acknowledged that the majority of year-over-year expense growth is governance and control related, with ongoing investments in AML and other risk programs [65][66] Question: Capital markets activity and growth expectations - Management expressed confidence in continued growth in capital markets, with a diversified approach across various industries contributing to revenue [78][80]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The bank reported earnings of $3.9 billion and EPS of $2.20, with a year-over-year revenue growth of 10% driven by higher fee income and trading-related revenue [11][30] - The CET1 ratio was 14.8%, reflecting strong capital generation, and the bank repurchased 46 million shares for over CAD 4 billion [12][43] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking achieved record revenue, earnings, deposits, and loan volumes, with RESO volumes surpassing CAD 400 billion [13][34] - U.S. Retail saw core loans grow by 2% year over year, with bank card balances up 12% reaching $3 billion [14][37] - Wealth Management and Insurance delivered record earnings and assets, with direct investing trades per day up 18% year over year [16][40] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The bank's total assets were $386 billion, reflecting the deployment of proceeds from loan sales to pay down borrowings [25] - Impaired PCLs decreased quarter over quarter, indicating strong credit performance, while performing reserves increased due to policy and trade uncertainty [12][49] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The bank announced a strategic relationship with Fiserv to simplify its portfolio and reduce costs, enhancing the experience for Canadian business banking clients [9] - The bank is focused on digital and mobile leadership, with plans to share strategies at the upcoming Investor Day [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that global trade dynamics remain fluid, with ongoing trade challenges impacting business uncertainty [5][6] - The bank is positioned to manage through economic uncertainty, with prudent provisioning and a strong capital position [50] Other Important Information - The bank is undertaking a restructuring program expected to incur charges of $600 million to $700 million pretax, aiming for annual run rate savings of $550 million to $650 million [32] - The bank completed an investment portfolio repositioning program, selling approximately $25 billion notional for an upfront loss of $1.3 billion pretax [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Expectations for U.S. loan portfolio growth - Management expects some contraction in the loan book through most of 2026, with an inflection point towards the end of the year [53] Question: Clarification on loan runoff and program outlook - The identified loan runoff of $18 billion is part of the entire program, reflecting strategic reviews conducted over the past two quarters [58] Question: Expense management and inflationary pressures - Most year-over-year expense growth is governance and control related, with investments in AML and other risk programs [64][65] Question: Capital markets growth expectations - The bank anticipates continued growth in capital markets, with a significant increase in revenue expected from advisory and equity capital markets [75] Question: U.S. segment profitability outlook - Management remains constructive regarding profitability in 2026, expecting strong revenue dynamics despite elevated remediation expenses [85]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The bank reported earnings of $3.9 billion and EPS of $2.20, reflecting strong performance in fee and trading income [11][12] - The CET1 ratio was 14.8%, indicating strong capital generation during the quarter [12][43] - Total bank TTPP increased by 13% year over year, with revenue growing by 10% driven by higher fee income and trading-related revenue [30][31] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking achieved record revenue, earnings, deposits, and loan volumes, with RESO volumes surpassing $400 billion [13][34] - U.S. Retail saw core loans grow by 2% year over year, with bank card balances up 12% reaching $3 billion [14][37] - Wealth Management and Insurance delivered record earnings and assets, with direct investing trades per day up 18% year over year [16][40] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. economy showed resilience despite trade uncertainties, with Canadian companies benefiting from trade agreements [6][7] - The bank's U.S. balance sheet restructuring is expected to allow core loans to grow without breaching asset limitations [26][37] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The bank announced a strategic relationship with Fiserv to simplify its portfolio and reduce costs, enhancing client experience [9] - The bank is focused on digital and mobile leadership, with plans to share strategies at the upcoming Investor Day [19] - Ongoing investments in AML remediation and governance are prioritized to strengthen risk management [21][65] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the economic environment, emphasizing the need for decisive leadership to unlock economic potential [5][7] - The bank anticipates continued strong credit performance despite uncertainties, with provisions for credit losses expected to fall within a specified range [50][51] - Future profitability is expected to improve through productivity initiatives and disciplined expense management [85] Other Important Information - The bank repurchased 46 million shares for over CAD 4 billion as part of its share buyback program [12][43] - The restructuring program is expected to generate significant savings, with total charges anticipated between $600 million to $700 million pretax [32] Q&A Session Summary Question: Expectations for U.S. loan portfolio growth - Management expects some contraction in the loan book through most of 2026, with an inflection point towards the end of the year [53][54] Question: Clarification on loan runoff and program outlook - The identified loan runoff of $17 billion to date and an additional $18 billion is part of the complete program [58][59] Question: Expense management and inflationary pressures - Majority of year-over-year expense growth is governance and control related, with investments in AML and other risk programs [62][64] Question: Capital markets growth and investment banking mandates - Continued growth in capital markets is expected, with a focus on advisory and equity capital markets [75][78] Question: Outlook on U.S. segment profitability - Management remains constructive regarding profitability in 2026, despite elevated remediation expenses [85][86]