H118 results show Secure Trust Bank (STB) is making good progress in shifting its loan mix into lower risk segments and where pricing is more attractive. Despite being in a transition phase, STB delivered strong momentum in loans (22% YoY) and PBT (+38%). Concerns regarding these asset mix changes and the transition drag on earnings have probably contributed to recent share price weakness and the current valuation suggests there is room for rerating as STB continues to deliver successfully on its strategy.

15 Aug 2018
Secure Trust Bank - Tangible evidence of repositioning

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Secure Trust Bank - Tangible evidence of repositioning
Secure Trust Bank Plc (STB:LON) | 963 423.7 4.8% | Mkt Cap: 183.7m
- Published:
15 Aug 2018 -
Author:
Pedro Fonseca -
Pages:
12 -
H118 results show Secure Trust Bank (STB) is making good progress in shifting its loan mix into lower risk segments and where pricing is more attractive. Despite being in a transition phase, STB delivered strong momentum in loans (22% YoY) and PBT (+38%). Concerns regarding these asset mix changes and the transition drag on earnings have probably contributed to recent share price weakness and the current valuation suggests there is room for rerating as STB continues to deliver successfully on its strategy.