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RNS Number : 9798V Lion Finance Group PLC 20 August 2025
Contents
2Q25 and 1H25 results (#_Toc205456677) (#_Toc205456677)
Earnings call on 20 August 2025, 14:00 BST (#_Toc205456678) (#_Toc205456678)
Segmentation guide (#_Toc205456679) (#_Toc205456679)
CEO statement (#_Toc205456681)
Macroeconomic developments: Georgia (#_Toc205456682) (#_Toc205456682)
Macroeconomic developments: Armenia (#_Toc205456683) (#_Toc205456683)
2Q25 and 1H25 consolidated results (#_Toc205456684) (#_Toc205456684)
Business Division results (#_Toc205456685) (#_Toc205456685)
Georgian Financial Services (GFS) (#_Toc205456686) (#_Toc205456686)
Armenian Financial Services (AFS) (#_Toc205456687) (#_Toc205456687)
Ameriabank: unaudited standalone financial information (not included
in the consolidated results) (#_Toc205456688) (#_Toc205456688)
Other businesses (#_Toc205456689) (#_Toc205456689)
Consolidated financial information (#_Toc205456690) (#_Toc205456690)
Non-financial information (#_Toc205456691) (#_Toc205456691)
Additional information (#_Toc205456692) (#_Toc205456692)
Principal risks and uncertainties (#_Toc205456693) (#_Toc205456693)
Statement of directors' responsibilities (#_Toc205456707) (#_Toc205456707)
Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
(#_Interim_Condensed_Consolidated) 35
Glossary (#_Glossary) 6
Lion Finance Group PLC profile (#_Lion_Finance_Group) 9
Further information (#_Further_information) 9
Forward-looking statements (#_Forward-looking_statements) 9
2Q25 and 1H25 results
Lion Finance Group PLC announces the Group's consolidated financial results
for the second quarter and the first half of 2025. Unless otherwise noted,
numbers in this announcement are given for 2Q25 and 1H25 and the year-on-year
comparisons are with adjusted figures of 2Q24 and 1H24.
The results have been prepared in accordance with International Accounting
Standard 34 "Interim Financial Reporting" as adopted by the United Kingdom and
the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules of the Financial Conduct
Authority. The results are based on International Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the United Kingdom, are unaudited and derived
from management accounts.
Earnings call on 20 August 2025, 14:00 BST
https://zoom.us/j/99166130661?pwd=U5Udgx7N7vj741pk3v7boowaIMfIii.1
(https://zoom.us/j/99166130661?pwd=U5Udgx7N7vj741pk3v7boowaIMfIii.1)
Webinar ID: 991 6613 0661
Passcode: 001789
Segmentation guide
Following the acquisition of Ameriabank at the end of March 2024, the Group's
results are presented by the following Business Divisions: 1) Georgian
Financial Services (GFS), 2) Armenian Financial Services (AFS), and 3) Other
Businesses.
• GFS mainly comprises JSC Bank of Georgia and the investment bank JSC
Galt and Taggart.
• AFS includes Ameriabank CJSC
• Other Businesses includes JSC Belarusky Narodny Bank (BNB), which serves
retail and SME clients in Belarus; JSC Digital Area, a digital ecosystem in
Georgia including e-commerce, ticketing, and inventory management SaaS; Lion
Finance Group PLC, the holding company; and other small entities and
intragroup eliminations.
Lion Finance Group PLC delivers 2Q25 consolidated profit of GEL 513.2m and
1H25 consolidated profit of GEL 1,026.3m, and declares a half-year dividend of
GEL 5.10 per share, coupled with a GEL 98 million buyback for the period ended
30 June 2025
2Q25 consolidated profit before one-off items was up 19.4% y-o-y to GEL 513.2 million, with a return on average equity standing at 27.2%. 1H25 consolidated profit before one-off items was up 28.4% y-o-y to GEL 1,026.3 million, with a return on average equity standing at 27.9%.
Group performance
• Our core Business Divisions continued to demonstrate robust customer franchise
growth. On a year-on-year basis, Bank of Georgia's Retail Digital Monthly
Active Users (Digital MAU) grew by 15.5% to 1.7m individuals, while
Ameriabank's Retail Digital MAU surged by 54.5%, reaching 267 thousand
individuals. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, these figures increased by 3.1%
and 8.8% at Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank, respectively.
• Bank of Georgia maintained its record-high Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 73 in
2Q25 (71 in 2Q24 and 73 in 1Q25). Ameriabank measures its NPS internally
monthly, with the average score for 2Q25 being 75 (77 in 2Q24 and 77 in 1Q25).
• Loan book reached GEL 36,530.4m as at 30 June 2025, up 22.5% y-o-y in constant
currency (cc). The growth was fuelled by strong loan book expansion across
both Georgian (GFS) (a 17.0% y-o-y cc increase) and Armenian (AFS) operations
(a 37.6% y-o-y cc increase). Compared with 31 March 2025, GFS loan book was up
4.7%, while that of AFS increased by 10.2%, resulting in Group loan growth of
6.5% (in cc).
• Client deposits and notes totaled GEL 34,789.7m as at 30 June 2025, reflecting
a 14.7% y-o-y increase in cc. GFS deposits rose by 10.9% y-o-y, while AFS
deposits increased by 26.1% y-o-y. Compared with 31 March 2025, GFS deposits
were up 0.5%, while those of AFS increased by 6.4%, resulting in Group deposit
growth of 2.4% (in cc).
• Asset quality remained strong across the Group, with Group cost of credit risk
ratio at 0.5% in 2Q25 and the NPL ratio down to 1.9% as at 30 June 2025. Cost
of credit risk was down significantly y-o-y as 2Q24 included a GEL 49.2m
initial ("Day-2") ECL charge related to the Ameriabank acquisition (we were
required to treat the acquired portfolio as if it were a new loan issuance,
thus necessitating a forward-looking ECL charge on Day 2 of the combination
although portfolio quality was not deteriorated).
• In 2Q25, operating income was up 9.5% y-o-y and up 6.2% q-o-q to GEL 1,039.1m.
The annual top-line growth was primarily driven by higher net interest income
generated by both GFS and AFS. On a q-o-q basis, the increase in operating
income was broad-based, with both net interest income and non-interest income
contributing.
• Non-interest income was reduced y-o-y at both GFS and AFS. At GFS, the small
decline in non-interest income was largely driven by increased competition in
fees and FX as well as a significant item in 2Q24 that elevated the base in
net fees. At AFS, the lower net fee and commission income due to a significant
GEL 9.8 million advisory fee posted in 2Q24 was the main driver of reduced
non-interest income.
• The Group's operating expenses increased by 12.1% y-o-y to GEL 378.8m in 2Q25.
The y-o-y growth was mainly driven by GFS, mainly due to increased salaries
and other employee benefits. This increase included an elevated first-year
expense for the Chief Executive's new three-year contract, approved at the
2025 AGM, as well as accelerated compensation cost resulting from a senior
manager's contract termination (GEL 2.4m). In addition, Bank of Georgia's
contributions to the resolution fund 1 (#_ftn1) in the amount of GEL 4.4m
were posted this quarter. Excluding the GEL 6.8 million impact of the
termination and resolution fund expenses, the Group's operating expenses would
have increased by 10.1% y-o-y.
• As at 30 June 2025, Bank of Georgia's CET 1, Tier 1 and Total capital ratios
stood at 17.3%, 20.4%, and 21.8%, respectively, comfortably above the minimum
requirements of 15.1%, 17.3%, and 20.1%, respectively. Ameriabank's CET 1,
Tier 1 and Total capital ratios stood at 14.9%, 14.9%, and 16.9% respectively,
above the minimum requirements of 12.0%, 14.1%, and 16.8% respectively. In
July, Ameriabank's total capital buffer increased to 0.3 ppts driven by the
recognition of subordinated debt in capital (see details on page 15).
CEO statement
We are pleased to announce another set of solid results, reflecting continued
strength of our customer franchise and strong loan growth across our core
operations in Georgia and Armenia. Profit before one-offs rose 19.4%
year-on-year to GEL 513.2 million in 2Q25, bringing the cumulative half-year
profit to just over GEL 1.0 billion - up 28.4% compared to the profit before
one-offs in the first half of 2024. Book value per share increased to GEL
176.81, up 25.3% year-on-year. Profitability remained robust, with an ROAE of
27.2% for the second quarter and 27.9% for the first half of 2025.
Our core markets, Georgia and Armenia, have demonstrated
stronger-than-expected growth and resilience. In 2Q25, preliminary data from
respective national statistics offices show Georgia's economy grew 7.1%
year-on-year, driven by strong external inflows and robust domestic demand,
while Armenia recorded an average growth of 8.1%, largely driven by domestic
demand. We have revised our full-year real GDP growth forecasts for both
countries - to 7.5% for Georgia (up from 6.8%) and to 5.0% for Armenia (up
from 4.5%). In Georgia, strong inflows enabled the National Bank to purchase
over USD 1 billion in the first seven months of 2025, lifting international
reserves to USD 5 billion, while the government continued to reduce its
foreign-currency debt. Alongside solid economic fundamentals, the recent
historic signing of the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace framework is a positive sign,
which could stimulate new regional investments and development, boosting the
overall economic outlook. We expect this to provide an additional tailwind for
our operations.
In Georgia, we continue to deliver on our strategic objectives, expanding
retail monthly active digital users (up 15.5% year-on-year), increasing retail
digital sales to 69% of total retail product sales (up 12 ppts year-on-year),
posting strong balance sheet growth (loans up 17.0% year-on-year in constant
currency), and sustaining a high profitability (ROAE at 31.1% in 2Q25 and
31.6% in 1H25). As we continued to deploy excess liquidity, we saw a 20 basis
points uplift in the net interest margin in the second quarter, and moving
forward, we project margin stability, with potential for a slight upside.
Strong loan book growth in Georgia fuelled net interest income generation,
which was the main contributor to the 11% top-line growth at GFS in the
year-on-year perspective for the last two quarters. The flat non-interest
income at GFS was largely driven by heightened competition in fees and FX as
well as a significant item in 2Q24 that elevated the base in net fees.
Consequently, we expect lower growth in net fees and FX for the rest of the
year (net fee income year-on-year growth in single digits in 3Q25 and low
double-digits in 4Q25, with FX remaining largely flat in the year-on-year
perspective). Efficiency remains an ongoing focus, and we expect the operating
leverage for GFS to improve in the coming quarters. The cost of credit risk of
0.7%, although higher than in the last few quarters, still indicates a very
healthy loan portfolio.
We are seeing very promising results from our Armenian operations as we
steadily develop our retail franchise and enhance digital offerings - a core
strategic priority. Over the past year, we attracted 94 thousand new monthly
active digital retail customers, reaching a total of 267 thousand individuals
by the end of the second quarter. From a financial performance perspective,
key highlights include the above-market 37.6% year-on-year constant currency
growth of the loan book - a broad-based expansion with even higher growth in
retail - which supported net interest income generation, and the maintenance
of strong asset quality. Our CET 1 capital is strong in Armenia, and we
anticipate the introduction of a regulatory framework for Tier 1 instruments
in the coming months, which will enable us to issue additional Tier 1
instruments and optimise capital. Armenian Financial Services generated a
profit before one-offs of GEL 95.8 million in the second quarter, a 197.3%
year-on-year increase given the significant "Day-2" ECL charge last year
related to the acquisition. Excluding this charge, the underlying bottom-line
growth is solid at 17.7%.
Considering our strong capital generation and high profitability, the Board
has declared a half-year dividend of GEL 5.10 per ordinary share and has also
approved a share buyback and cancellation programme in the amount of GEL 98.0
million. The Board has taken the decision to move to a quarterly, more
consistent schedule of distributions, with our target payout range of 30-50%
of annual profits unchanged. We remain committed and well-positioned to
continue delivering strong growth and profitability in our core markets and
delivering value to our shareholders in the coming quarters.
I want to thank our employees across different countries for their dedication
to the success of our customers and, by extension, the success of the entire
Group.
Archil Gachechiladze
CEO, Lion Finance Group PLC
19 August 2025
Our key targets for the medium term remain:
• c.15% annual growth of the Group's loan book.
• 20%+ return on average equity.
• 30-50% payout ratio (dividends and share buyback and cancellation programme).
Macroeconomic developments: Georgia
Sustained economic growth momentum
Economic growth remained strong in 2Q25, with preliminary data showing real
GDP expanding by 7.1% y-o-y. Economic activity remained broad-based, with
significant contributions from information and communications, transport and
storage, and financial services. Reflecting this sustained strength of the
economy, we have revised full-year real GDP growth forecast for 2025 to 7.5%
(up from 6.8%). While downside risks persist - including global trade
tensions, regional geopolitical instability, and domestic political strains -
Georgia's demonstrated resilience and sound macroeconomic policies are
expected to mitigate these challenges, supporting continued growth throughout
the year.
Robust external sector
External sector inflows continued to demonstrate solid performance and
resilience, bolstered by diverse income sources. In 2Q25, merchandise export
growth accelerated to 20.9% y-o-y, mainly driven by car re-exports. Meanwhile,
goods imports slowed, increasing by only 0.8% y-o-y, which contributed to a
reduced trade deficit. During the same period, tourism revenues rose by 5.0%
y-o-y, supported by a 7.0% y-o-y increase in international visitors. Money
transfers also increased by 10.0% y-o-y, reflecting strong remittance inflows
from the US and EU.
Near-target inflation and prudent monetary policy
Inflation continued to rise in 2Q25, primarily due to higher food and healthcare prices, partially offset by declines in transport and communication service costs. Headline CPI inflation reached 4.0% y-o-y in June 2025, exceeding the National Bank of Georgia's (NBG) 3% target. Inflation is expected to remain above target in the near term, owing to a low base effect from the previous year, but is projected to return to target in 2026. The NBG has maintained its refinancing rate at 8.0% since May 2024, preserving a cautious policy stance amid global trade tensions and strong domestic demand. We expect the refinancing rate to remain unchanged through the rest of 2025.
Strong fiscal discipline
Consolidated budget tax revenues increased by 9.6% y-o-y in 2Q25, leading to a
0.9% overperformance in the first half of the year. The government remains
committed to fiscal consolidation, targeting a fiscal deficit of 2.5% of GDP
in 2025, following 2.4% in 2024. The government-debt-to-GDP ratio is projected
to decline further to 35.5% in 2025, thereby enhancing fiscal space to
accommodate potential future spending needs.
Healthy bank lending
Bank lending remained robust and aligned with economic growth in 2Q25,
expanding by 15.6% y-o-y on a constant currency basis (following the 16.6%
y-o-y growth in the previous quarter). Loan dollarisation stood at 43.1% at
the end of June 2025, unchanged from the previous quarter, while deposit
dollarisation declined to 49.7% (down 3.1 ppts q-o-q). The banking sector's
credit portfolio remained healthy, with the non-performing loans (NPL) ratio
at 1.6% of total gross loans as of end-April 2025, according to the IMF.
Continued GEL appreciation and reserve accumulation
The Georgian Lari (GEL) appreciated by 3.6% against the US dollar in the first
seven months of 2025, while depreciating by 6.6% against the Euro and 2.3%
against the British Pound over the same period. Early-year gains against the
USD were largely driven by global dollar weakness, but in recent months the
GEL has also appreciated against other currencies, supported by resilient
external inflows and prudent macroeconomic policies. This favourable backdrop
has enabled the NBG to purchase over USD 1 billion since the beginning of the
year, bringing international reserves to USD 5 billion as of end-July. We
expect the GEL to remain stable over the medium term, underpinned by solid
macroeconomic fundamentals.
More information on the Georgian economy and financial sector can be found at
Galt & Taggart (https://galtandtaggart.com/en) , the Group's investment
banking and brokerage subsidiary.
To address top questions raised by our investors on Georgian macro and the
banking sector, we have recently published a Q&A document, which can be
found at Top Questions & Answers on Georgian Macro
(https://ramad.bog.ge/s3/BogGroup/Top-Questions-Answers-on-Georgian-Macro.pdf)
.
Macroeconomic developments: Armenia
Robust economic growth
Economic activity remained strong in 2Q25, despite normalisation of external
demand. Growth has been supported by expansionary fiscal policy, strong credit
expansion, and eased monetary conditions. The preliminary indicator of
economic activity rose by 8.1% y-o-y in 2Q25, following a 4.1% increase in the
previous quarter. Given the stronger-than-expected performance in the first
half of the year, we have revised our full-year real GDP growth projection for
2025 to 5.0%, up from 4.5%. We expect slowing external demand to be offset by
robust domestic spending, supported by ongoing fiscal expansion and healthy
credit growth. The recent Armenia-Azerbaijan peace framework signed in
Washington, DC, marks a significant step toward normalising bilateral
relations and unlocking strategic economic opportunities. Yet, persistent
geopolitical tensions in the wider region continue to pose downside risks,
while prudent macroeconomic policies continue to underpin Armenia's economic
resilience.
Continued normalisation of external demand and strong Dram
External trade turnover continued to normalise in 2Q25, following a temporary
surge in re-exports of precious metals and stones in 2024. Goods exports
declined by 41.4% y-o-y (+19.5% q-o-q), while imports contracted by 28.0%
y-o-y (+10.2% q-o-q). In contrast, non-commercial money transfers strengthened
significantly, rising by 16.7% y-o-y in 2Q25, compared to a 2.1% y-o-y
increase in the previous quarter. This resilience of external inflows,
combined with the broad-based weakening of the US dollar, contributed to a
3.2% appreciation of the Armenian Dram (AMD) against the US dollar in the
first seven months of 2025, building on a 2.0% gain in 2024. During the same
period, the AMD remained broadly stable against the GEL, depreciating by just
0.5% after a 6.5% appreciation in 2024.
Near-target inflation and neutral monetary policy
In 2Q25, inflation continued to rise, primarily driven by higher food prices
and increases in regulated education tariffs. Headline CPI inflation reached
3.9% y-o-y in June 2025, above the Central Bank of Armenia's (CBA) 3% target.
Looking ahead, inflation is expected to remain close to target, as food price
pressures are likely to be offset by an anticipated easing in aggregate demand
and an appreciating local currency. The CBA has kept the refinancing rate at
6.75% since February 2025, signalling the conclusion of its earlier easing
cycle. We expect the refinancing rate to hold steady for the remainder of
2025.
Continued fiscal expansion
Fiscal policy is set to remain expansionary in 2025, driven by increased
spending on national security, public infrastructure, and social support
programmes. Consequently, the fiscal deficit is projected to widen to 5.5% of
GDP this year, up from 3.8% in 2024, resulting in an increase in government
debt to 52.4% of GDP (vs. 48.0% in 2024). While this fiscal expansion supports
economic growth, it may pose risks to inflation and public debt
sustainability. These risks are, however, mitigated by the government's
demonstrated fiscal discipline and the ongoing IMF stand-by arrangements.
Sound banking sector
Armenia's banking sector remains highly profitable, with strong capital and
liquidity buffers. Bank lending grew by an estimated 29.4% y-o-y in 2Q25 on a
constant currency basis, following the 30.2% y-o-y growth in the previous
quarter. This strong credit expansion reflects the anticipated phaseout of the
mortgage income tax refund programme and is expected to gradually normalise in
the coming periods. Loan dollarisation remained broadly stable at 33.8% as of
end-June 2025, following significant declines in prior years. Meanwhile,
deposit dollarisation continued its downward trend, reaching 46.3%, down 1.2
ppts q-o-q.
2Q25 and 1H25 consolidated results
Following the acquisition of Ameriabank at the end of March 2024, its income
statement has been consolidated from 1 April 2024. Thus, half-year comparisons
are not fully representative of the underlying performance, as they include
only one quarter of Ameriabank's results.
GEL thousands 1H25 1H25 1H25 1H25 1H24 1H24 1H24 1H24
INCOME STATEMENT HIGHLIGHTS Group GFS AFS Other Group 2 (#_ftn2) GFS AFS2 Other
Interest income 2,536,548 1,859,625 624,307 52,616 1,838,194 1,543,926 253,162 41,106
Interest expense (1,137,002) (863,294) (241,450) (32,258) (782,039) (683,420) (87,779) (10,840)
Net interest income 1,399,546 996,331 382,857 20,358 1,056,155 860,506 165,383 30,266
Net fee and commission income 290,687 239,020 44,392 7,275 258,464 227,804 29,037 1,623
Net foreign currency gain 298,191 174,051 71,870 52,270 242,426 180,807 38,576 23,043
Net other income 29,362 21,965 3,530 3,867 35,905 19,479 1,063 15,363
Operating income 2,017,786 1,431,367 502,649 83,770 1,592,950 1,288,596 234,059 70,295
Salaries and other employee benefits (453,104) (245,938) (177,372) (29,794) (323,463) (207,015) (95,353) (21,095)
Administrative expenses (147,025) (92,746) (37,234) (17,045) (118,627) (91,352) (13,450) (13,825)
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (105,260) (69,398) (29,958) (5,904) (78,553) (58,738) (14,618) (5,197)
Other operating expenses (16,300) (12,581) (3,044) (675) (5,216) (2,863) (1,676) (677)
Operating expenses (721,689) (420,663) (247,608) (53,418) (525,859) (359,968) (125,097) (40,794)
Profit from associates 736 736 - - 476 589 - (113)
Operating income before cost of risk (2024: adjusted) 1,296,833 1,011,440 255,041 30,352 1,067,567* 929,217 108,962* 29,388
Cost of risk (77,709) (63,838) (13,940) 69 (110,895) (48,093) (56,091) (6,711)
Out of which initial ECL related to assets acquired in business - - - - (49,157) - (49,157) -
combination (( 3 (#_ftn3) ))
Profit before income tax expense (2024: adjusted) 1,219,124 947,602 241,101 30,421 956,672* 881,124 52,871* 22,677
Income tax expense (192,813) (132,683) (49,796) (10,334) (157,617) (129,883) (22,409) (5,325)
Profit before one-off items 1,026,311 814,919 191,305 20,087 799,055* 751,241 30,462* 17,352
One-off items(( 4 (#_ftn4) )) - - - - 669,465 - 669,465 -
Profit 1,026,311 814,919 191,305 20,087 1,468,520 751,241 699,927 17,352
GEL thousands 2Q25 2Q24 Change 1Q25 Change 1H25 1H242 Change
y-o-y q-o-q y-o-y
INCOME STATEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Net interest income 715,845 618,335 15.8% 683,701 4.7% 1,399,546 1,056,155 32.5%
Net fee and commission income 152,615 150,662 1.3% 138,072 10.5% 290,687 258,464 12.5%
Net foreign currency gain 152,597 151,886 0.5% 145,594 4.8% 298,191 242,426 23.0%
Net other income 18,077 28,112 -35.7% 11,285 60.2% 29,362 35,905 -18.2%
Operating income 1,039,134 948,995 9.5% 978,652 6.2% 2,017,786 1,592,950 26.7%
Operating expenses (378,796) (337,821) 12.1% (342,893) 10.5% (721,689) (525,859) 37.2%
Profit from associates 465 378 23.0% 271 71.6% 736 476 54.6%
Operating income before cost of risk (2024: adjusted) 660,803 611,552* 8.1% 636,030 3.9% 1,296,833 1,067,567* 21.5%
Cost of risk (50,796) (87,896) -42.2% (26,913) 88.7% (77,709) (110,895) -29.9%
Out of which initial ECL related to assets acquired in business - (49,157) NMF - NMF - (49,157) NMF
combination3
Profit before income tax expense and one-off items (2024: adjusted) 610,007 523,656* 16.5% 609,117 0.1% 1,219,124 956,672* 27.4%
Income tax expense (96,760) (93,668) 3.3% (96,053) 0.7% (192,813) (157,617) 22.3%
Profit before one-off items 513,247 429,988* 19.4% 513,064 0.0% 1,026,311 799,055* 28.4%
One-off items4 - 679 NMF - - - 669,465 NMF
Profit 513,247 430,667 19.2% 513,064 0.0% 1,026,311 1,468,520 -30.1%
Basic earnings per share 11.89 9.79 21.5% 11.81 0.7% 23.70 33.37 -29.0%
Diluted earnings per share 11.75 9.62 22.1% 11.73 0.2% 23.44 32.81 -28.6%
Basic earnings per share adjusted for one-offs 11.89 9.77 21.7% 11.81 0.7% 23.70 18.11 30.9%
Diluted earnings per share adjusted for one-offs 11.75 9.61 22.3% 11.73 0.2% 23.44 17.81 31.6%
* This figure differs from the corresponding amount in the unaudited
consolidated financial statements, as it excludes a one-off item of GEL 669.5m
in 1H24 and 0.7m in 2Q24, to better showcase underlying performance. For the
full unaudited consolidated financial information, please refer to page 18 or
page 39 of the financial statements.
BALANCE SHEET HIGHLIGHTS Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Mar-25 Change q-o-q
Liquid assets 16,333,288 14,479,764 12.8% 17,490,685 -6.6%
Cash and cash equivalents 4,022,221 3,422,747 17.5% 4,151,524 -3.1%
Amounts due from credit institutions 3,194,606 2,710,729 17.9% 3,596,111 -11.2%
Investment securities 9,116,461 8,346,288 9.2% 9,743,050 -6.4%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables(( 5 (#_ftn5) )) 36,530,447 30,081,566 21.4% 34,137,143 7.0%
Property and equipment 578,502 529,715 9.2% 554,208 4.4%
All remaining assets 1,649,833 1,437,376 14.8% 1,617,265 2.0%
Total assets 55,092,070 46,528,421 18.4% 53,799,301 2.4%
Client deposits and notes 34,789,736 30,706,272 13.3% 33,969,258 2.4%
Amounts owed to credit institutions 8,927,118 6,366,603 40.2% 9,006,255 -0.9%
Borrowings from DFIs 2,918,362 2,053,214 42.1% 3,322,500 -12.2%
Short-term loans from the National Bank of Georgia 2,552,236 1,443,950 76.8% 3,426,723 -25.5%
Short-term loans from the Central Bank of Armenia 142,743 175,993 -18.9% 144,536 -1.2%
Loans and deposits from commercial banks 3,313,777 2,693,446 23.0% 2,112,496 56.9%
Debt securities issued 2,445,652 2,128,224 14.9% 2,257,270 8.3%
All remaining liabilities 1,310,432 1,164,031 12.6% 1,145,023 14.4%
Total liabilities 47,472,938 40,365,130 17.6% 46,377,806 2.4%
Total equity 7,619,132 6,163,291 23.6% 7,421,495 2.7%
Book value per share 176.81 141.14 25.3% 170.99 3.4%
KEY RATIOS 2Q25 2Q24 1Q25 1H252 1H24
ROAA (adjusted for one-off items)4(,)6 3.8% 3.9% 3.9% 3.9% 4.2%
ROAA (adjusted for one-off items and Ameriabank initial ECL)3(,)4(,)6 3.8% 4.3% 3.9% 3.9% 4.5%
ROAE (adjusted for one-off items)4 27.2% 28.0% 28.7% 27.9% 28.4%
ROAE (adjusted for one-off items and Ameriabank initial ECL)3(,)4 27.2% 31.3% 28.7% 27.9% 30.1%
Net interest margin(( 6 (#_ftn6) )) 6.0% 6.3% 5.9% 5.9% 6.3%
Loan yield6 12.3% 12.4% 12.2% 12.3% 12.4%
Liquid assets yield6 5.0% 5.0% 4.9% 5.0% 5.1%
Cost of funds6 5.1% 4.8% 5.0% 5.1% 4.9%
Cost of client deposits and notes6 4.3% 4.0% 4.1% 4.2% 4.1%
Cost of amounts owed to credit Institutions6 7.4% 7.7% 7.8% 7.6% 8.1%
Cost of debt securities issued6 7.5% 8.2% 7.6% 7.5% 8.2%
Cost:income ratio 36.5% 35.6% 35.0% 35.8% 33.0%
NPLs to gross loans 1.9% 2.0% 2.0% 1.9% 2.0%
NPL coverage ratio 63.5% 63.7% 59.3% 63.5% 63.7%
NPL coverage ratio adjusted for the discounted value of collateral 119.2% 119.4% 117.1% 119.2% 119.4%
Cost of credit risk ratio6 0.5% 1.1% 0.2% 0.4% 0.8%
Cost of credit risk ratio (adjusted for Ameriabank initial ECL)3(,)6 0.5% 0.4% 0.2% 0.4% 0.4%
GEL thousands, unless otherwise noted Jun-25 Jun-24 Change Mar-25 Change
y-o-y q-o-q
NON-PERFORMING LOANS
Group (consolidated)
NPLs (in GEL thousands) 717,493 613,405 17.0% 699,246 2.6%
NPLs to gross loans 1.9% 2.0% 2.0%
NPL coverage ratio 63.5% 63.7% 59.3%
NPL coverage ratio adjusted for the discounted value of collateral 119.2% 119.4% 117.1%
Georgian Financial Services (GFS)
NPLs to gross loans 2.2% 2.1% 2.2%
NPL coverage ratio 61.7% 66.0% 59.3%
NPL coverage ratio adjusted for the discounted value of collateral 113.6% 116.4% 113.2%
Ameriabank (standalone figures)
NPLs to gross loans 1.4% 2.1% 1.5%
NPL coverage ratio 75.5% 66.3% 63.3%
NPL coverage ratio adjusted for the discounted value of collateral 144.5% 122.3% 134.3%
Returns to shareholders (dividends and share buyback and cancellation programme)
• The Board has taken the decision to move to a quarterly distribution schedule,
with our total capital repatriation policy unchanged at a target payout range
of 30-50% of annual Group profits. Considering the strong performance of the
Group during the first half of 2025 and robust capital levels, the Board today
declared a cumulative dividend of GEL 5.10 per ordinary share in respect of
the periods ended 31 March 2025 and 30 June 2025, payable according to the
following timetable:
• Ex-Dividend Date: 25 September 2025
• Record Date: 26 September 2025
• Currency Conversion Date: 26 September 2025
• Payment Date: 10 October 2025
• The NBG's Lari/Pounds Sterling average exchange rate for the period of 22
September to 26 September 2025 will be used as the exchange rate on the
Currency Conversion Date and will be announced in due course.
• In addition, the Board has approved a further share buyback and cancellation
programme totalling GEL 98.0 million.
• The previous GEL 107.7 million share buyback and cancellation programme has
been completed. As a result, 487,974 shares were cancelled. The total number
of shares in issue as at 19 August 2025 was 43,863,576.
Business Division results
Following the acquisition of Ameriabank in March 2024, the Group results are
presented by the following Business Divisions: 1) Georgian Financial Services
(GFS), 2) Armenian Financial Services (AFS), and 3) Other Businesses.
Georgian Financial Services (GFS)
Georgian Financial Services (GFS) mainly comprises JSC Bank of Georgia and
investment bank JSC Galt and Taggart.
GEL thousands 2Q25 2Q24 Change 1Q25 Change 1H25 1H24 Change
y-o-y q-o-q y-o-y
INCOME STATEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Interest income 952,366 797,984 19.3% 907,259 5.0% 1,859,625 1,543,926 20.4%
Interest expense (437,841) (359,907) 21.7% (425,453) 2.9% (863,294) (683,420) 26.3%
Net interest income 514,525 438,077 17.5% 481,806 6.8% 996,331 860,506 15.8%
Net fee and commission income 125,065 120,453 3.8% 113,955 9.7% 239,020 227,804 4.9%
Net foreign currency gain 91,321 99,177 -7.9% 82,730 10.4% 174,051 180,807 -3.7%
Net other income 14,990 12,101 23.9% 6,975 114.9% 21,965 19,479 12.8%
Operating income 745,901 669,808 11.4% 685,466 8.8% 1,431,367 1,288,596 11.1%
Salaries and other employee benefits (132,342) (112,521) 17.6% (113,596) 16.5% (245,938) (207,015) 18.8%
Administrative expenses (49,502) (49,674) -0.3% (43,244) 14.5% (92,746) (91,352) 1.5%
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (35,610) (29,904) 19.1% (33,788) 5.4% (69,398) (58,738) 18.1%
Other operating expenses (6,387) (1,369) NMF (6,194) 3.1% (12,581) (2,863) NMF
Operating expenses (223,841) (193,468) 15.7% (196,822) 13.7% (420,663) (359,968) 16.9%
Profit from associates 465 378 23.0% 271 71.6% 736 589 25.0%
Operating income before cost of risk 522,525 476,718 9.6% 488,915 6.9% 1,011,440 929,217 8.8%
Cost of risk (45,848) (27,623) 66.0% (17,990) 154.9% (63,838) (48,093) 32.7%
Profit before income tax expense 476,677 449,095 6.1% 470,925 1.2% 947,602 881,124 7.5%
Income tax expense (66,827) (68,226) -2.1% (65,856) 1.5% (132,683) (129,883) 2.2%
Profit before for one-off items 409,850 380,869 7.6% 405,069 1.2% 814,919 751,241 8.5%
One-off items - - - - - - - -
Profit 409,850 380,869 7.6% 405,069 1.2% 814,919 751,241 8.5%
BALANCE SHEET HIGHLIGHTS Jun-25 Jun-24 Change Mar-25 Change
y-o-y q-o-q
Cash and cash equivalents 2,108,736 1,899,605 11.0% 2,465,779 -14.5%
Amounts due from credit institutions 2,339,536 1,866,561 25.3% 2,586,850 -9.6%
Investment securities 7,527,941 6,942,219 8.4% 8,180,808 -8.0%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables 25,306,909 21,659,438 16.8% 24,049,085 5.2%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables, LC 14,594,431 12,043,169 21.2% 13,971,277 4.5%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables, FC 10,712,478 9,616,269 11.4% 10,077,808 6.3%
Property and equipment 482,933 433,585 11.4% 465,059 3.8%
All remaining assets 1,185,218 1,047,065 13.2% 1,174,534 0.9%
Total assets 38,951,273 33,848,473 15.1% 38,922,115 0.1%
Client deposits and notes 24,979,831 22,659,682 10.2% 24,820,659 0.6%
Client deposits and notes, LC 12,650,370 10,881,951 16.3% 11,675,339 8.4%
Client deposits and notes, FC 12,329,461 11,777,731 4.7% 13,145,320 -6.2%
Amounts owed to credit institutions 6,512,756 5,065,866 28.6% 7,161,810 -9.1%
Debt securities issued 1,261,544 1,040,106 21.3% 1,144,275 10.2%
All remaining liabilities 898,001 735,130 22.2% 527,112 70.4%
Total liabilities 33,652,132 29,500,784 14.1% 33,653,856 0.0%
Total equity 5,299,141 4,347,689 21.9% 5,268,259 0.6%
Risk-weighted assets (JSC Bank of Georgia standalone) 30,619,266 25,800,413 18.7% 29,867,785 2.5%
KEY RATIOS 2Q25 2Q24 1Q25 1H25 1H24
ROAA 4.2% 4.7% 4.3% 4.3% 4.8%
ROAE 31.1% 34.6% 32.0% 31.6% 32.7%
Net interest margin 5.9% 6.0% 5.7% 5.8% 6.1%
Loan yield 12.7% 12.5% 12.6% 12.6% 12.5%
Loan yield, GEL 15.2% 14.9% 15.0% 15.1% 15.0%
Loan yield, FC 9.2% 9.5% 9.2% 9.2% 9.3%
Cost of funds 5.3% 5.2% 5.3% 5.3% 5.2%
Cost of client deposits and notes 4.5% 4.4% 4.4% 4.5% 4.4%
Cost of client deposits and notes, GEL 7.8% 7.9% 7.7% 7.8% 8.1%
Cost of client deposits and notes, FC 1.4% 1.1% 1.4% 1.5% 1.1%
Cost of time deposits 6.8% 6.9% 6.6% 6.8% 6.9%
Cost of time deposits, GEL 10.1% 10.6% 10.1% 10.2% 10.8%
Cost of time deposits, FC 2.7% 2.5% 2.6% 2.7% 2.4%
Cost of current accounts and demand deposits 2.5% 2.2% 2.4% 2.4% 2.4%
Cost of current accounts and demand deposits, GEL 5.1% 4.8% 5.0% 5.0% 5.1%
Cost of current accounts and demand deposits, FC 0.6% 0.4% 0.6% 0.6% 0.0%
Cost:income ratio 30.0% 28.9% 28.7% 29.4% 27.9%
Cost of credit risk ratio 0.7% 0.4% 0.2% 0.4% 0.4%
Performance highlights
• GFS delivered operating income of GEL 745.9m in 2Q25, up 11.4% y-o-y and up
8.8% q-o-q. The y-o-y expansion was predominantly driven by net interest
income, while the q-o-q growth stemmed from increases across all key income
lines. In 1H25, operating income reached GEL 1,431.4m (up 11.1% y-o-y),
fuelled by strong net interest income growth, complemented by modest increases
in net fee and commission income and net other income, and partially offset by
a decline in net foreign currency gain.
• Net interest income stood at GEL 514.5m, up 17.5% y-o-y and up 6.8% q-o-q. The
y-o-y and the q-o-q increase was mainly driven by strong loan growth. In 1H25,
net interest income amounted to GEL 996.3m (up 15.8% y-o-y).
• In 2Q25, NIM stood at 5.9%, down 0.1 ppt y-o-y and up 0.2 ppts q-o-q. For
1H25, NIM was 5.8%, a decline of 0.3 ppts y-o-y. The deployment of excess
liquidity resulted in a margin uplift in the second quarter. We expect GFS NIM
to remain broadly stable, with potential for a slight upside.
• Net fee and commission income reached GEL 125.1m in 2Q25, up 3.8% y-o-y and up
9.7% q-o-q. The y-o-y growth was impacted mainly by heightened competition,
coupled with a significant item in 2Q24 that elevated the base in net fees.
• Net foreign currency (FX) gain was GEL 91.3m in 2Q25, down 7.9% y-o-y and up
10.4% q-o-q. This annual decline was primarily due to a translation loss from
a currency derivative instrument, which we used for GEL liquidity, and which
also impacted our 1Q25 FX gains. Additionally, client-driven dealing income
remained flat y-o-y as relatively stable currency and increased market
competition weighed on our spreads.
• Operating expenses amounted to GEL 223.8m in 2Q25 (up 15.7% y-o-y and up 13.7%
q-o-q). In 1H25, operating expenses increased by 16.9% y-o-y to GEL 420.7m.
• In 2Q25, the y-o-y operating expense growth was primarily driven by higher
staff costs, partially offset by lower administrative expenses. The increase
in staff costs included an elevated first-year expense for the Chief
Executive's new three-year contract, approved at the 2025 AGM, as well as
accelerated compensation cost resulting from a senior manager's contract
termination (GEL 2.4m). In addition, Bank of Georgia's contributions to the
resolution fund in the amount of GEL 4.4m were posted this quarter. Excluding
the GEL 6.8 million impact of the termination and resolution fund expenses,
operating expenses at GFS would have increased by 12.2% y-o-y. Compared with
the prior quarter, operating expense growth was driven by similar staff cost
increases, coupled with a 14.5% rise in administrative expenses, reflecting
marketing campaigns and higher employee training and development expenses.
• The cost of credit risk ratio was 0.7% in 2Q25 (0.4% in 2Q24 and 0.2% in
1Q25). In 1H25, the cost of credit risk was 0.4% (0.4% in 1H24). The loan
portfolio quality remained strong, and the quarterly cost of credit risk
increase mainly reflected the effect of US dollar devaluation against GEL and
EUR as well as periodic recalibration of internal risk assumptions.
Portfolio highlights
From 1Q24 the Corporate Center was separated as a new segment of GFS. The
Corporate Center mainly includes treasury and custody operations. Previously,
the Corporate Center's income and expenses were allocated to the Retail, SME,
and CIB segments. The previous figures for the Retail, SME, and CIB segments
have been restated.
Portfolio highlights: loans to customers, finance lease and factoring
receivables
Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Change y-o-y (constant currency) Mar-25 Change q-o-q Change q-o-q (constant currency)
Total GFS 25,306,909 21,659,438 16.8% 17.0% 24,049,085 5.2% 4.7%
Retail 11,028,623 9,290,776 18.7% 18.7% 10,518,379 4.9% 4.6%
Mortgages 4,754,810 4,244,568 12.0% 11.9% 4,599,335 3.4% 5.3%
Consumer loans 5,517,428 4,364,337 26.4% 26.7% 5,185,540 6.4% 10.8%
Other loans 756,385 681,871 10.9% 8.7% 733,504 3.1% 3.2%
SME 5,227,172 4,898,358 6.7% 6.4% 5,114,504 2.2% 1.4%
CIB 9,051,114 7,470,304 21.2% 21.8% 8,416,202 7.5% 7.0%
Corporate Center - - - - - - -
Portfolio highlights: customer deposits and notes
Jun-25 Jun-24 Change Change y-o-y (constant currency) Mar-25 Change Change q-o-q (constant currency)
y-o-y q-o-q
Total GFS 24,979,831 22,659,682 10.2% 10.9% 24,820,659 0.6% 0.5%
Retail 15,169,685 13,783,042 10.1% 10.9% 14,850,250 2.2% 2.0%
SME 2,231,309 1,973,477 13.1% 13.3% 2,117,025 5.4% 5.1%
CIB 6,278,743 5,533,539 13.5% 13.8% 6,663,303 -5.8% -5.8%
Corporate Center 1,374,967 1,422,598 -3.3% - 1,268,036 8.4% -
Eliminations (74,873) (52,974) 41.3% - (77,955) -4.0% -
Loan portfolio quality: cost of credit risk ratio
2Q25 2Q24 1Q25
Total GFS 0.7% 0.4% 0.2%
Retail 0.8% 0.4% 0.3%
SME 1.1% 0.8% 0.2%
CIB 0.6% 0.2% 0.1%
Loan portfolio quality: NPL ratio
Jun-25 Jun-24 Mar-25
Total GFS 2.2% 2.1% 2.2%
Retail 1.5% 1.8% 1.5%
SME 3.6% 3.5% 3.5%
CIB 2.1% 1.5% 2.3%
• Customer lending continued to expand, with GFS's net loans, factoring, and
finance lease receivables reaching GEL 25,306.9m as at 30 June 2025, up 17.0%
y-o-y and up 4.7% q-o-q growth in cc. The y-o-y growth was broad-based, led
almost equally by RB and CIB, with SME also contributing.
• Within the RB segment, growth was primarily driven by consumer lending, which
increased by 26.7% y-o-y in cc. Mortgage lending also grew by 11.9% y-o-y in
cc, now accounting for 43.1% of the retail loan book - slightly below the
share of consumer loans at 50.0%.
• 57.7% of the loan book was in GEL as at 30 June 2025 (55.6% at 30 June 2024
and 58.1% at 31 March 2025). Of the remaining 42.3% in foreign currency (FC),
15.8% of exposures do not present FX risk as the borrowers' incomes are in the
same currency.
• As at 30 June 2025, client deposits and notes stood at GEL 24,979.8m, up 10.9%
y-o-y and up 0.5% q-o-q in cc. Y-o-y growth was primarily driven by time
deposits, which now accounts for 48.5% of the total portfolio. On a q-o-q
basis, robust growth in the retail and SME segments was offset by a decrease
in CIB.
• Retail Banking remained the key contributor to deposit growth (up GEL
1,386.6m, or by 10.9% y-o-y in cc), now comprising 60.7% of total client
deposits. CIB posted the fastest y-o-y growth - up GEL 745.2m, that is 13.8%
in cc - raising its share to 25.1% of the total portfolio. The SME segment
also supported overall growth with a solid 13.3% increase y-o-y in cc, up GEL
257.8m.
• The deposit base continued to de-dollarise, with GEL-denominated deposits
rising to 50.6% as at 30 June 2025, compared to 48.0% a year earlier and 47.0%
at the end of 1Q25.
Liquidity
Jun-25 Jun-24 Mar-25
IFRS-based NBG Liquidity Coverage Ratio (Bank of Georgia) 125.9% 128.3% 133.5%
IFRS-based NBG Net Stable Funding Ratio (Bank of Georgia) 127.4% 126.9% 131.4%
Both our Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) and Net Stable Funding ratios (NSFR)
were well above the regulatory minimum requirements of 100%. We have also been
progressively deploying the excess liquidity maintained since the Georgian
parliamentary elections in October 2024.
Capital position
Bank of Georgia maintains robust levels of capital, with all ratios
comfortably above the minimum regulatory requirements. The movement in capital
adequacy ratios in 2Q25 and the potential impact of a 10% devaluation of GEL
is as follows:
31 Mar 2025 2Q25 Business growth Currency impact Dividend payment Tier 1- Tier 2 30 Jun Min requirement Buffer above min requirement Potential impact
profit 2025 of a 10% GEL devaluation
CET 1 capital adequacy 16.4% 1.3% -0.4% -0.1% 0.0% 0.0% 17.3% 15.1% 2.2% -0.8%
Tier 1 capital adequacy 19.6% 1.3% -0.4% -0.1% 0.0% 0.0% 20.4% 17.3% 3.1% -0.7%
Total capital adequacy 21.2% 1.3% -0.5% -0.1% 0.0% -0.1% 21.8% 20.1% 1.7% -0.6%
Armenian Financial Services (AFS)
Ameriabank CJSC was acquired and consolidated on the books at the end of March
2024, with AFS income statement included in the Group's results starting from
1 April 2024. Standalone financial information for Ameriabank is provided on
page 16 for reference. It differs from AFS results due to fair value
adjustments and the allocation of certain Group expenses to Business Divisions
and is not included in the consolidated results.
GEL thousands 2Q25 2Q24 Change 1Q25 Change 1H252 1H24 Change
y-o-y q-o-q y-o-y
INCOME STATEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Interest income 318,383 253,162 25.8% 305,924 4.1% 624,307 253,162 146.6%
Interest expense (126,041) (87,779) 43.6% (115,409) 9.2% (241,450) (87,779) 175.1%
Net interest income 192,342 165,383 16.3% 190,515 1.0% 382,857 165,383 131.5%
Net fee and commission income 23,901 29,037 -17.7% 20,491 16.6% 44,392 29,037 52.9%
Net foreign currency gain 37,852 38,576 -1.9% 34,018 11.3% 71,870 38,576 86.3%
Net other income 380 1,063 -64.3% 3,150 -87.9% 3,530 1,063 NMF
Operating income 254,475 234,059 8.7% 248,174 2.5% 502,649 234,059 114.8%
Salaries and other employee benefits (91,576) (93,592) -2.2% (85,796) 6.7% (177,372) (95,353) 86.0%
Administrative expenses (19,096) (13,450) 42.0% (18,138) 5.3% (37,234) (13,450) 176.8%
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (15,404) (14,618) 5.4% (14,554) 5.8% (29,958) (14,618) 104.9%
Other operating expenses (1,038) (1,676) -38.1% (2,006) -48.3% (3,044) (1,676) 81.6%
Operating expenses (127,114) (123,336) 3.1% (120,494) 5.5% (247,608) (125,097) 97.9%
Profit from associates - - - - - - - -
Operating income before cost of risk (2024: adjusted) 127,361 110,723* 15.0% 127,680 -0.2% 255,041 108,962* 134.1%
Cost of risk (5,767) (56,091) -89.7% (8,173) -29.4% (13,940) (56,091) -75.1%
Out of which initial ECL related to assets acquired in business - (49,157) NMF - - - (49,157) NMF
combination3
Profit before income tax expense (2024: adjusted) 121,594 54,632* 122.6% 119,507 1.7% 241,101 52,871* NMF
Income tax expense (25,803) (22,409) 15.1% (23,993) 7.5% (49,796) (22,409) 122.2%
Profit before one-off items 95,791 32,223* 197.3% 95,514 0.3% 191,305 30,462* NMF
One-off items4 - 679 NMF - NMF - 669,465 NMF
Profit 95,791 32,902 191.1% 95,514 0.3% 191,305 699,927 -72.7%
* This figure differs from the corresponding amount in the unaudited
consolidated financial statements, as it excludes a one-off item of GEL 669.5m
in 1H24 and 0.7m in 2Q24, to better showcase underlying performance. For the
full unaudited consolidated financial information, please refer to page 18 or
page 48 of the financial statements.
BALANCE SHEET HIGHLIGHTS Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Mar-25 Change q-o-q
Cash and cash equivalents 1,271,871 963,562 32.0% 1,060,250 20.0%
Amounts due from credit institutions 831,897 820,104 1.4% 985,407 -15.6%
Investment securities 1,463,753 1,266,048 15.6% 1,449,374 1.0%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables 10,341,990 7,713,878 34.1% 9,337,589 10.8%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables, LC 5,999,058 4,590,828 30.7% 5,560,441 7.9%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables, FC 4,342,932 3,123,050 39.1% 3,777,148 15.0%
Property and equipment 79,912 83,638 -4.5% 75,690 5.6%
All remaining assets 365,377 298,564 22.4% 351,344 4.0%
Total assets 14,354,800 11,145,794 28.8% 13,259,654 8.3%
Client deposits and notes 8,379,668 6,851,090 22.3% 7,866,942 6.5%
Client deposits and notes, LC 4,772,660 3,517,958 35.7% 4,401,119 8.4%
Client deposits and notes, FC 3,607,008 3,333,132 8.2% 3,465,823 4.1%
Amounts owed to credit institutions 2,430,196 1,259,350 93.0% 1,854,080 31.1%
Debt securities issued 1,171,408 1,083,559 8.1% 1,096,307 6.9%
All remaining liabilities 403,860 390,431 3.4% 577,770 -30.1%
Total liabilities 12,385,132 9,584,430 29.2% 11,395,099 8.7%
Total equity 1,969,668 1,561,364 26.2% 1,864,555 5.6%
Risk-weighted assets (Ameriabank CJSC standalone) 13,200,273 9,940,460 32.8% 12,395,897 6.5%
KEY RATIOS 2Q25 2Q24 1Q25 1H252 1H24
ROAA (adjusted for one-off items and Ameriabank initial ECL)3(,)4 2.8% 3.1% 2.9% 2.9% 3.1%
ROAA (unadjusted) 2.8% 1.3% 2.9% 2.9% 1.3%
ROAE (adjusted for one-off items and Ameriabank initial ECL)3(,)4 20.1% 22.1% 21.1% 20.6% 22.1%
ROAE (unadjusted) 20.1% 8.9% 21.1% 20.6% 8.9%
Net interest margin 6.4% 7.2% 6.6% 6.5% 7.2%
Loan yield 11.5% 12.2% 11.5% 11.5% 12.2%
Loan yield, AMD 13.9% 14.7% 13.7% 13.8% 14.7%
Loan yield, FC 8.1% 8.5% 8.4% 8.2% 8.5%
Cost of funds 4.4% 4.0% 4.3% 4.4% 4.0%
Cost of client deposits and notes 3.5% 3.0% 3.3% 3.4% 3.0%
Cost of client deposits and notes, AMD 5.1% 4.7% 4.7% 5.0% 4.7%
Cost of client deposits and notes, FC 1.5% 1.4% 1.4% 1.5% 1.4%
Cost of time deposits 6.1% 5.3% 5.8% 6.1% 5.3%
Cost of time deposits, AMD 9.7% 9.2% 9.3% 9.7% 9.2%
Cost of time deposits, FC 2.3% 2.1% 2.2% 2.3% 2.1%
Cost of current accounts and demand deposits 1.7% 1.5% 1.7% 1.7% 1.5%
Cost of current accounts and demand deposits, AMD 2.4% 2.1% 2.3% 2.3% 2.1%
Cost of current accounts and demand deposits, FC 0.8% 0.7% 0.8% 0.8% 0.7%
Cost:income ratio 50.0% 52.7% 48.6% 49.3% 53.4%
Cost of credit risk ratio 0.3% 3.1% 0.2% 0.2% 3.1%
Performance highlights
• AFS delivered operating income of GEL 254.5m in 2Q25, up 8.7% y-o-y and up
2.5% q-o-q. The y-o-y expansion was driven by net interest income, while the
q-o-q growth stemmed from increases across key revenue streams, with
particularly robust growth in net fee and commission income and net FX gain.
• Net interest income totalled GEL 192.3m in 2Q25, up 16.3% y-o-y and up 1.0%
q-o-q. While interest income saw a robust double-digit y-o-y growth, it was
outpaced by interest expense growth.
• NIM stood at 6.4% in 2Q25 (vs. 7.2% in 2Q24 and 6.6% in 1Q25). The 2Q24 NIM
was positively affected by the acceleration of fair value adjustment
amortisation on material prepaid exposures. This resulted in a temporarily
higher NIM compared to Ameriabank's standalone NIM of 6.8% in the same period.
On a standalone basis, the y-o-y decrease primarily reflects a combination of
lower loan yield and a higher cost of funds. The latter was driven both by an
increase in the cost of client deposits, and by the attraction of IFI funding
to support loan growth and targeted customer acquisition.
• Net fee and commission income was GEL 23.9m in 2Q25, down 17.7% y-o-y and up
16.6% q-o-q. The y-o-y decline reflects a high base in 2Q24 due to a
significant GEL 9.8m advisory fee recognised in that period; excluding this,
underlying growth would have been c.24%. The q-o-q increase was driven by
higher fees from settlement operations - particularly card transactions - as
well as guarantees and brokerage services.
• Net foreign currency gain stood at GEL 37.9m in 2Q25, down 1.9% y-o-y and up
11.3% q-o-q. The y-o-y decline mainly reflects reduced dealing activity
against a high prior-year base. The improvement compared with the prior
quarter was mainly driven by increased income benefiting from EUR/USD exchange
rate volatility.
• Operating expenses stood at GEL 127.1m, up 3.1% y-o-y and up 5.5% q-o-q.
Administrative expenses rose 42.0% y-o-y, mainly reflecting investments in
business growth, active marketing campaigns, and employee engagement
initiatives. This was partially offset by lower staff costs in the y-o-y
perspective. The q-o-q increase was predominantly driven by staff costs.
• Cost of credit risk ratio stood at 0.3% in 2Q25 (3.1% in 2Q24 and 0.2% in
1Q25). The high 2Q24 figure was due to an initial ECL charge of GEL 49.2m as
the Group was required to treat the newly acquired portfolio as if it were a
new loan issuance, thus necessitating a forward-looking ECL charge on Day 2 of
the combination even though there had been no actual deterioration in credit
quality. The loan portfolio quality remained robust during the second quarter.
• Overall, AFS generated GEL 95.8m in profit in 2Q25, up 197.3% y-o-y versus
2Q24 profit before one-off items, delivering an ROAE of 20.1%. Excluding the
2Q24 initial ECL charge, 2Q25 profit would have been up 17.7% compared to 2Q24
profit before one-offs, demonstrating a solid underlying performance. On a
quarter-on-quarter basis, profit was broadly flat, mainly on lower operating
income growth coupled with higher operating expenses.
Portfolio highlights
• Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables stood at GEL
10,342.0m as at 30 June 2025, up 37.6% y-o-y and up 10.2% q-o-q in cc, with
broad-based growth across both Corporate and Retail Segments. As a result,
Ameriabank maintained its leading position in Armenia's loan market with the
highest market share of 21.1% as at 30 June 2025 (up 1.3 ppts y-o-y and up 0.9
ppts y-o-y).
• 58.0% of the loan book was denominated in Armenian Drams as at 30 June 2025
(59.5% as at 30 June 2024 and 59.5% as at 31 March 2025).
• Client deposits and notes stood at GEL 8,379.7m as at 30 June 2025, up 26.1%
y-o-y and up 6.4% q-o-q in cc. As a result, Ameriabank's market share by total
deposits (including issued local bonds) was up 1.2 ppts y-o-y to 19.1% as at
30 June 2025 (up 0.6% q-o-q).
• 57.0% of client deposits and notes were denominated in Armenian Drams as at 30
June 2025 (51.3% as at 30 June 2024 and 55.9% as at 31 March 2025).
• Armenian Financial Services maintains a diversified funding structure with
customer deposits and local debt securities representing 76.0% of total
liabilities and the ratio of loans to customer deposits + local debt
securities and DFI funding standing at 100.2% as at 30 June 2025.
Liquidity
• Ameriabank has maintained a strong liquidity position, with CBA Liquidity
Coverage Ratio (LCR) at 173.8% and CBA Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR) at
117.2% as at 30 June 2025, well above the minimum regulatory requirements of
100%.
Capital position
• As at 30 June 2025, Ameriabank's capital ratios were above the minimum
requirements. Total capital was enhanced in late June, though with a limited
impact on the monthly capital adequacy ratio. However, in July, the total
capital buffer increased to 0.3 ppts, driven by the recognition of
subordinated debt as capital. Additionally, we have secured further
subordinated debt: EUR 10 million was included in Tier 2 capital in early
August, and another EUR 7.4 million is pending formal approval from the CBA.
The movement in capital adequacy ratios in 2Q25 and the potential impact of a
10% devaluation of AMD is as follows.
31 Mar 2025 2Q25 Business growth Currency impact Dividend payment Regulatory deductions Other 30 Jun Minimum requirement Buffer above min requirement Potential impact
profit 2025 of a 10% AMD devaluation
CET 1 capital adequacy 14.7% 1.1% -1.0% 0.0% 0.0% -0.1% 0.0% 14.9% 12.0% 2.9% -0.6%
Tier 1 capital adequacy 14.7% 1.1% -1.0% 0.0% 0.0% -0.1% 0.0% 14.9% 14.1% 0.8% -0.6%
Total capital adequacy 16.8% 1.1% -1.0% 0.1% 0.0% -0.1% 0.0% 16.9% 16.8% 0.1% -0.6%
Ameriabank: unaudited standalone financial information (not included in the consolidated results)
The following table is presented for information purposes only to show the
performance of Ameriabank. It has been prepared consistently with the
accounting policies adopted by the Group in preparing its consolidated
financial statements.
GEL thousands 2Q25 2Q24 Change 1Q25 Change 1H25 1H24 Change
y-o-y q-o-q y-o-y
INCOME STATEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Interest income 316,741 240,395 31.8% 304,047 4.2% 620,788 457,575 35.7%
Interest expense (122,973) (83,835) 46.7% (112,368) 9.4% (235,340) (162,023) 45.3%
Net interest income 193,768 156,560 23.8% 191,679 1.1% 385,448 295,552 30.4%
Net fee and commission income 23,901 28,772 -16.9% 20,491 16.6% 44,392 47,392 -6.3%
Net foreign currency gain 36,395 41,853 -13.0% 32,723 11.2% 69,118 72,978 -5.3%
Net other income 379 1,083 -65.0% 3,150 -88.0% 3,530 2,731 29.3%
Operating income 254,443 228,268 11.5% 248,043 2.6% 502,488 418,653 20.0%
Salaries and other employee benefits (73,697) (78,897) -6.6% (68,584) 7.5% (142,281) (144,055) -1.2%
Administrative expenses (18,625) (13,078) 42.4% (17,851) 4.3% (36,476) (25,839) 41.2%
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (11,759) (8,847) 32.9% (10,818) 8.7% (22,576) (16,795) 34.4%
Other operating expenses (1,038) (1,663) -37.6% (2,006) -48.3% (3,045) (2,784) 9.4%
Operating expenses (105,119) (102,485) 2.6% (99,259) 5.9% (204,378) (189,473) 7.9%
Profit from associates - - - - - - - -
Operating income before cost of risk 149,324 125,783 18.7% 148,784 0.4% 298,110 229,180 30.1%
Cost of risk (5,783) (470) NMF (9,877) -41.4% (15,660) (780) NMF
Profit before income tax expense 143,541 125,313 14.5% 138,907 3.3% 282,450 228,400 23.7%
Income tax expense (26,781) (22,938) 16.8% (25,014) 7.1% (51,795) (41,764) 24.0%
Profit before for one-off items 116,760 102,375 14.1% 113,893 2.5% 230,655 186,636 23.6%
One-off items - - - - - - - -
Profit 116,760 102,375 14.1% 113,893 2.5% 230,655 186,636 23.6%
BALANCE SHEET HIGHLIGHTS Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Mar-25 Change q-o-q
Liquid assets 3,567,535 3,049,714 17.0% 3,495,031 2.1%
Cash and cash equivalents 1,271,871 963,562 32.0% 1,060,250 20.0%
Amounts due from credit institutions 831,912 820,104 1.4% 985,407 -15.6%
Investment securities 1,463,752 1,266,048 15.6% 1,449,374 1.0%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables 10,350,553 7,735,526 33.8% 9,347,802 10.7%
Property and equipment 75,477 71,591 5.4% 69,321 8.9%
All remaining assets 313,163 238,307 31.4% 297,511 5.3%
Total assets 14,306,728 11,095,138 28.9% 13,209,665 8.3%
Client deposits and notes 8,379,668 6,851,090 22.3% 7,866,942 6.5%
Amounts owed to credit institutions 2,438,643 1,271,190 91.8% 1,863,290 30.9%
Debt securities issued 1,171,408 1,083,559 8.1% 1,096,307 6.9%
All remaining liabilities 273,552 269,187 1.6% 458,717 -40.4%
Total liabilities 12,263,271 9,475,026 29.4% 11,285,256 8.7%
Total equity 2,043,457 1,620,112 26.1% 1,924,409 6.2%
KEY RATIOS 7 (#_ftn7) 2Q25 2Q24 1Q25 1H25 1H24
ROAA 3.4% 3.9% 3.5% 3.4% 3.7%
ROAE 23.6% 27.0% 24.7% 24.1% 25.9%
Net interest margin 6.4% 6.8% 6.7% 6.5% 6.7%
Loan yield 11.3% 11.4% 11.5% 11.3% 11.2%
Cost of funds 4.3% 3.8% 4.1% 4.2% 3.8%
Cost:income ratio 41.3% 44.9% 40.0% 40.7% 45.3%
Cost of credit risk ratio 0.3% 0.0% 0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Other businesses
The Business Division 'Other Businesses' includes JSC Belarusky Narodny Bank
(BNB) serving retail and SME clients in Belarus, JSC Digital Area - a digital
ecosystem in Georgia including e-commerce, ticketing, and inventory management
SaaS, Bank of Georgia Group PLC - the holding company, and other small
entities and intragroup eliminations.
GEL thousands 2Q25 2Q24 Change 1Q25 Change 1H25 1H24 Change
y-o-y q-o-q y-o-y
INCOME STATEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Interest income 28,392 21,275 33.5% 24,224 17.2% 52,616 41,106 28.0%
Interest expense (19,414) (6,400) NMF (12,844) 51.2% (32,258) (10,840) 197.6%
Net interest income 8,978 14,875 -39.6% 11,380 -21.1% 20,358 30,266 -32.7%
Net fee and commission income 3,649 1,172 NMF 3,626 0.6% 7,275 1,623 NMF
Net foreign currency gain 23,424 14,133 65.7% 28,846 -18.8% 52,270 23,043 126.8%
Net other income 2,707 14,948 -81.9% 1,160 133.4% 3,867 15,363 -74.8%
Operating income 38,758 45,128 -14.1% 45,012 -13.9% 83,770 70,295 19.2%
Salaries and other employee benefits (16,111) (11,039) 45.9% (13,683) 17.7% (29,794) (21,095) 41.2%
Administrative expenses (8,318) (7,123) 16.8% (8,727) -4.7% (17,045) (13,825) 23.3%
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (3,079) (2,540) 21.2% (2,825) 9.0% (5,904) (5,197) 13.6%
Other operating expenses (333) (315) 5.7% (342) -2.6% (675) (677) -0.3%
Operating expenses (27,841) (21,017) 32.5% (25,577) 8.9% (53,418) (40,794) 30.9%
Profit from associates - - - - - - (113) NMF
Operating income before cost of risk 10,917 24,111 -54.7% 19,435 -43.8% 30,352 29,388 3.3%
Cost of risk 819 (4,182) NMF (750) NMF 69 (6,711) NMF
Profit before income tax expense 11,736 19,929 -41.1% 18,685 -37.2% 30,421 22,677 34.1%
Income tax expense (4,130) (3,033) 36.2% (6,204) -33.4% (10,334) (5,325) 94.1%
Profit 7,606 16,896 -55.0% 12,481 -39.1% 20,087 17,352 15.8%
BALANCE SHEET HIGHLIGHTS Jun-25 Jun-24 Change Mar-25 Change
y-o-y q-o-q
Cash and cash equivalents 641,614 559,580 14.7% 625,495 2.6%
Amounts due from credit institutions 23,173 24,064 -3.7% 23,854 -2.9%
Investment securities 124,767 138,021 -9.6% 112,868 10.5%
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables 881,548 708,250 24.5% 750,469 17.5%
Property and equipment 15,657 12,492 25.3% 13,459 16.3%
All remaining assets 99,238 91,747 8.2% 91,387 8.6%
Total assets 1,785,997 1,534,154 16.4% 1,617,532 10.4%
Client deposits and notes 1,430,237 1,195,500 19.6% 1,281,657 11.6%
Amounts owed to credit institutions (15,834) 41,387 NMF (9,635) 64.3%
Debt securities issued 12,700 4,559 178.6% 16,688 -23.9%
All remaining liabilities 8,571 38,470 -77.7% 40,141 -78.6%
Total liabilities 1,435,674 1,279,916 12.2% 1,328,851 8.0%
Total equity 350,323 254,238 37.8% 288,681 21.4%
• In 2Q25, Other Businesses recorded a profit of GEL 7.6m (down 55.0% y-o-y and
down 39.1% q-o-q). BNB stand-alone profit stood at GEL 14.6m, up 56.7% y-o-y
and down 31.0% q-o-q. On a y-o-y basis, BNB's positive effect was offset by a
decline in net other income. This decline was largely due to a significant GEL
12.6 million revaluation gain on startup investments from the 500 Startup
Accelerator programme, which created a high comparative base in 2Q24.
• BNB's capital ratios, calculated in accordance with the National Bank of the
Republic of Belarus' standards, were above the minimum requirements as at 30
June 2025: Tier 1 capital adequacy ratio at 11.8% (minimum requirement of
7.0%) and Total capital adequacy ratio at 16.9% (minimum requirement of
12.5%).
Consolidated financial information
GEL thousands 2Q25 2Q24 Change 1Q25 Change 1H25 1H24 Change
y-o-y q-o-q y-o-y
INCOME STATEMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Interest income 1,299,141 1,072,421 21.1% 1,237,407 5.0% 2,536,548 1,838,194 38.0%
Interest expense (583,296) (454,086) 28.5% (553,706) 5.3% (1,137,002) (782,039) 45.4%
Net interest income 715,845 618,335 15.8% 683,701 4.7% 1,399,546 1,056,155 32.5%
Fee and commission income 262,806 240,319 9.4% 247,662 6.1% 510,468 422,703 20.8%
Fee and commission expense (110,191) (89,657) 22.9% (109,590) 0.5% (219,781) (164,239) 33.8%
Net fee and commission income 152,615 150,662 1.3% 138,072 10.5% 290,687 258,464 12.5%
Net foreign currency gain 152,597 151,886 0.5% 145,594 4.8% 298,191 242,426 23.0%
Net other income without one-offs 18,077 28,112 -35.7% 11,285 60.2% 29,362 35,905 -18.2%
One-off other income - - - - - - - -
Net other income 18,077 28,112 -35.7% 11,285 60.2% 29,362 35,905 -18.2%
Operating income 1,039,134 948,995 9.5% 978,652 6.2% 2,017,786 1,592,950 26.7%
Salaries and other employee benefits (240,029) (217,152) 10.5% (213,075) 12.7% (453,104) (323,463) 40.1%
Administrative expenses (76,916) (70,247) 9.5% (70,109) 9.7% (147,025) (118,627) 23.9%
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (54,093) (47,062) 14.9% (51,167) 5.7% (105,260) (78,553) 34.0%
Other operating expenses (7,758) (3,360) 130.9% (8,542) -9.2% (16,300) (5,216) NMF
Operating expenses (378,796) (337,821) 12.1% (342,893) 10.5% (721,689) (525,859) 37.2%
Gain on bargain purchase - - - - - - 685,888 NMF
Acquisition related costs - 679 NMF - - - (16,423) NMF
Profit from associates 465 378 23.0% 271 71.6% 736 476 54.6%
Operating income before cost of risk 660,803 612,231 7.9% 636,030 3.9% 1,296,833 1,737,032 -25.3%
Expected credit loss on loans to customers and factoring receivables (47,190) (79,472) -40.6% (17,479) 170.0% (64,669) (96,816) -33.2%
Expected credit loss on finance lease receivables (418) (1,540) -72.9% (209) 100.0% (627) (1,712) -63.4%
Other expected credit loss and impairment charge on other assets and (3,188) (6,884) -53.7% (9,225) -65.4% (12,413) (12,367) 0.4%
provisions
Cost of risk (50,796) (87,896) -42.2% (26,913) 88.7% (77,709) (110,895) -29.9%
Profit before income tax expense 610,007 524,335 16.3% 609,117 0.1% 1,219,124 1,626,137 -25.0%
Income tax expense (96,760) (93,668) 3.3% (96,053) 0.7% (192,813) (157,617) 22.3%
Profit 513,247 430,667 19.2% 513,064 0.0% 1,026,311 1,468,520 -30.1%
Attributable to:
- shareholders of the Group 513,286 427,944 19.9% 511,135 0.4% 1,024,421 1,464,179 -30.0%
- non-controlling interests (39) 2,723 NMF 1,929 NMF 1,890 4,341 -56.5%
Basic earnings per share 11.89 9.79 21.5% 11.81 0.7% 23.70 33.37 -29.0%
Diluted earnings per share 11.75 9.62 22.1% 11.73 0.2% 23.44 32.81 -28.6%
GEL thousands Jun-25 Jun-24 Mar-25 Change
q-o-q
Change
y-o-y
BALANCE SHEET HIGHLIGHTS
Cash and cash equivalents 4,022,221 3,422,747 17.5% 4,151,524 -3.1%
Amounts due from credit institutions 3,194,606 2,710,729 17.9% 3,596,111 -11.2%
Investment securities 7,944,799 7,825,372 1.5% 9,373,413 -15.2%
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements 1,171,662 520,916 124.9% 369,637 NMF
Loans to customers, finance lease and factoring receivables 36,530,447 30,081,566 21.4% 34,137,143 7.0%
Accounts receivable and other loans 11,835 7,667 54.4% 10,890 8.7%
Prepayments 103,759 112,537 -7.8% 105,860 -2.0%
Foreclosed assets 342,565 308,405 11.1% 397,387 -13.8%
Right-of-use assets 291,445 240,868 21.0% 262,205 11.2%
Investment properties 131,080 124,334 5.4% 133,801 -2.0%
Property and equipment 578,502 529,715 9.2% 554,208 4.4%
Goodwill 41,253 41,253 0.0% 41,253 0.0%
Intangible assets 338,794 289,284 17.1% 332,622 1.9%
Income tax assets 2,253 2,442 -7.7% 2,304 -2.2%
Other assets 371,936 289,099 28.7% 314,742 18.2%
Assets held for sale 14,913 21,487 -30.6% 16,201 -8.0%
Total assets 55,092,070 46,528,421 18.4% 53,799,301 2.4%
Client deposits and notes 34,789,736 30,706,272 13.3% 33,969,258 2.4%
Amounts owed to credit institutions 8,927,118 6,366,603 40.2% 9,006,255 -0.9%
Debt securities issued 2,445,652 2,128,224 14.9% 2,257,270 8.3%
Lease liability 304,559 253,457 20.2% 276,564 10.1%
Accruals and deferred income 249,568 220,153 13.4% 324,940 -23.2%
Income tax liabilities 116,575 98,125 18.8% 127,988 -8.9%
Other liabilities 639,730 592,296 8.0% 415,531 54.0%
Total liabilities 47,472,938 40,365,130 17.6% 46,377,806 2.4%
Share capital 1,445 1,481 -2.4% 1,454 -0.6%
Additional paid-in capital 477,694 439,451 8.7% 457,615 4.4%
Treasury shares (28) (49) -42.9% (49) -42.9%
Capital redemption reserve 173 137 26.3% 164 5.5%
Other reserves 47,442 70,873 -33.1% 92,816 -48.9%
Retained earnings 7,090,940 5,628,354 26.0% 6,867,987 3.2%
Total equity attributable to shareholders of the Group 7,617,666 6,140,247 24.1% 7,419,987 2.7%
Non-controlling interests 1,466 23,044 -93.6% 1,508 -2.8%
Total equity 7,619,132 6,163,291 23.6% 7,421,495 2.7%
Total liabilities and equity 55,092,070 46,528,421 18.4% 53,799,301 2.4%
Book value per share 176.81 141.14 25.3% 170.99 3.4%
Non-financial information
Customer engagement
Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Mar-25 Change q-o-q
Retail:
Monthly active customers:
Bank of Georgia (stand-alone) 2,077.5 1,897.9 9.5% 2,038.0 1.9%
Ameriabank (stand-alone) 407.9 300.4 35.8% 372.2 9.6%
Digital MAU:
Bank of Georgia (stand-alone) 1,696.2 1,468.5 15.5% 1,644.6 3.1%
Ameriabank (stand-alone) 266.7 172.6 54.5% 245.1 8.8%
Digital DAU:
Bank of Georgia (stand-alone) 874.4 731.8 19.5% 833.1 5.0%
Ameriabank (stand-alone) 110.0 72.3 52.2% 102.4 7.5%
Share of products sold through retail digital channels:
Bank of Georgia (stand-alone) 69% 57% 67%
Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Mar-25 Change q-o-q
Businesses:
Monthly active customers:
Bank of Georgia (stand-alone) 122.3 105.3 16.1% 115.3 6.0%
Ameriabank (stand-alone) 36.1 30.0 20.3% 33.7 7.2%
Digital MAU:
Bank of Georgia (stand-alone) 100.0 82.0 22.0% 93.3 7.2%
Ameriabank (stand-alone) 28.1 22.6 24.2% 27.0 3.9%
Payments business (Bank of Georgia stand-alone)
Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Mar-25 Change q-o-q
Payment MAU - retail (issuing) 1,528.6 1,337.3 14.3% 1,486.5 2.8%
Market share in acquiring volumes 54.8% 56.8% 55.5% 8 (#_ftn8)
Active merchants 25.4 21.6 17.8% 22.8 11.4%
2Q25 2Q24 Change y-o-y 1Q25 Change q-o-q
Volume of payment transactions (acquiring) (millions): 5,987.7
4,687.1 27.7% 5,280.5 13.4%
POS 3,451.9 2,905.4 18.8% 2,952.6 16.9%
E-comm 2,535.7 1,781.7 42.3% 2,327.9 8.9%
Additional information
Employees (period-end) Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Mar-25 Change q-o-q
Bank of Georgia 8,325 7,748 7.4% 8,160 2.0%
Ameriabank 2,205 1,919 14.9% 2,053 7.4%
Other 2,173 2,052 5.9% 2,118 2.6%
Group 12,703 11,719 8.4% 12,331 3.0%
Branch network (period-end)
Jun-25 Jun-24 Change y-o-y Mar-25 Change q-o-q
Bank of Georgia 187 182 2.7% 188 -0.5%
Of which:
Full-scale branches 99 95 4.2% 97 2.1%
Transactional branches 88 87 1.1% 91 -3.3%
Ameriabank 26 26 0.0% 25 4.0%
Unadjusted ratios of the Group 2Q25 2Q24 1Q25 1H25 1H24
ROAA 3.8%(( 9 (#_ftn9) )) 3.9% 3.9%9 3.9%9 7.8%
ROAE 27.2%9 28.1% 28.7%9 27.9%9 52.3%
FX rates Jun-25 Jun-24 Mar-25
GEL/USD exchange rate (period-end) 2.72 2.81 2.77
GEL/GBP exchange rate (period-end) 3.74 3.55 3.58
GEL/1000AMD exchange rate (period-end) 7.07 7.25 7.06
Shares outstanding Jun-25 Jun-24 Mar-25
Change y-o-y Change q-o-q
Ordinary shares outstanding (period-end) 43,083,953 43,504,016 -1.0% 43,393,964 -0.7%
Treasury shares outstanding (period-end) 827,573 1,480,930 -44.1% 796,076 4.0%
Total shares outstanding (period-end) 43,911,526 44,984,946 -2.4% 44,190,040 -0.6%
Principal risks and uncertainties
We recognise the importance of a strong risk culture - our shared attitudes,
beliefs, values and standards that shape behaviours including those related to
risk awareness, risk taking and risk management. All our employees are
responsible for risk management, with ultimate supervisory oversight residing
with the Board of Directors (the "Board"). Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank are
the Group's principal operating entities that drive most of the Group's
revenue. Throughout this section, we will collectively refer to Bank of
Georgia and Ameriabank as "Group Companies". You can read more about our
approach to risk management in the latest Annual Report and Accounts 2024
(https://ramad.bog.ge/s3/BogGroup/Lion-Finance-Group-PLC-Annual-Report-2024.pdf)
on pages 92-94. Additional information on how we govern our core operating
entities can be found on page 13 of the Annual Report and Accounts 2024.
The order in which the principal risks and uncertainties appear does not
denote their priority. It is not possible to fully mitigate all risks. Any
system of risk management and internal control is designed to manage - rather
than eliminate - the risk of failure to achieve business objectives and can
only provide reasonable and not absolute assurance against material
misstatement or loss. The Group is also exposed to risks wider than those
listed. Additional risks and uncertainties - including those the Group is
currently not aware of or deems immaterial - may also result in decreased
revenues, incurred expenses or other events that could in turn result in a
decline in the value of the Group's securities. We disclose the risks we
believe are likely to have the greatest impact on our business, and which have
been discussed in depth at the Group's recent Board, Audit Committee or Risk
Committee meetings.
Macro and geopolitical risks
Macro and geopolitical risks are the risks of adverse changes in macroeconomic
parameters and/or the geopolitical environment that may result in the
deteriorated performance and position of the Group.
Key drivers and developments
At the end of March 2024, the Group acquired Ameriabank, a leading universal
bank in Armenia. As at 30 June 2025, AFS accounted for 26.1% of the Group's
total assets, while GFS accounted for 70.7%. The Group also owns a small
banking subsidiary in Belarus, JSC Belarusky Narodny Bank, which accounted for
3.2% of the Group's total assets as at the same date.
Key macro risks for Georgia and Armenia include changes in GDP, inflation,
interest rates, exchange rates, and political events. Despite robust economic
performance recently, both countries face downside risks from regional
geopolitical instability and global trade tensions.
The ongoing war in Ukraine and the recent escalation of the military conflict
between Israel and Iran have elevated geopolitical risks. The Georgian and
Armenian economies are considerably exposed to these risks due to their
reliance on imported goods and foreign direct investment, as well as external
sector inflows generated by exports, international tourism and money
transfers.
In early 2025, U.S. import tariffs and retaliatory measures from trading
partners increased trade-policy uncertainty amid concerns over slower global
growth and tighter financial conditions. While Georgia and Armenia have
limited direct U.S. trade exposure, weaker economic performance among key
trading partners (EU and China) may reduce external demand for both countries.
Furthermore, a potential deterioration in investor sentiment could trigger
capital outflows from developing economies such as Georgia and Armenia,
placing depreciation pressure on local currencies and potentially increasing
inflation and foreign-currency debt service costs.
Georgia faces specific risks from political turbulence following the October
2024 Parliamentary elections, with upcoming municipal elections in October
2025 potentially adding tensions. Armenia's narrow export base and reliance on
a single trading partner create vulnerability to external shocks, while
increasing public spending pressures could lead to higher budget deficits and
government debt. In addition, the U.S.-mediated Armenia-Azerbaijan peace
framework signed in August 2025 may unlock strategic economic opportunities
for the South Caucasus. However, the agreement could also heighten
geopolitical frictions, as the framework provides for increased U.S. presence
in the region.
Due to Georgia's and Armenia's proximity to Russia, financial institutions
face increased sanctions evasion risks. Group Companies have strengthened
compliance and due diligence measures to mitigate these risks. For more
details, please see financial crime risk mitigating actions on page 26.
Mitigation
Governance: The Board receives quarterly updates on global, regional and
country-specific macroeconomic conditions from economic specialists and
regularly discusses major political and geopolitical developments affecting
Group subsidiaries.
Monitoring and reporting: Group Companies continuously monitor macroeconomic
developments and incorporate adverse economic and geopolitical conditions in
stress and scenario analyses, including portfolio-level sensitivity analysis -
enabling local Executive Management to take proactive actions, including
adjustment of operational risk limits during underwriting when necessary.
Other mitigants: Georgian legislation (effective 1 August 2025) requires loans
up to GEL 750,000 be issued only in GEL if borrower income is also in GEL. The
NBG has established a currency-induced credit risk (CICR) capital buffer to
reduce dollarization risks. Armenian legislation requires that mortgages and
consumer loans to residents of Armenia be granted only in local currency.
For individual loans, NBG's payment-to-income (PTI) and loan-to-value (LTV)
requirements are more conservative for foreign currency loans to mitigate
borrower-level credit risk: PTI requirements for foreign currency loans are 5
ppts higher for monthly income below GEL 1,500 and 20 ppts higher for income
above GEL 1,500; and the LTV requirement for foreign currency mortgage loans
is 10 ppts tighter (effective 26 February 2025).
Ameriabank assesses borrower creditworthiness in line with its internal
standards by incorporating stressed exchange rates into key metrics, including
obligations-to-income ratio for individuals, debt service ratio for business
loans, and LTV ratio.
Open currency position limits set by Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank
Supervisory Boards currently are tighter than respective central banks'
requirements.
Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk that the Group will incur a financial loss due to
customers or counterparties failing to meet contractual obligations, arising
primarily from lending activities.
Key drivers and developments
Group Expected Credit Loss (ECL) is affected by both idiosyncratic and
sectoral/systemic risk factors. Increased ECL charges may result from
portfolio growth, higher default rates, adverse portfolio quality shifts due
to rating downgrades, or changes in portfolio structure. The Group's cost of
credit risk ratio was 0.4% for the first half of 2025 (0.8% for the first half
of 2024, or 0.4% adjusted for the initial ECL charge from the Ameriabank
acquisition posted in 2Q24.)
Mitigation
Governance: The Board receives quarterly updates on the Group's credit risk
profile during regular Board and Risk Committee meetings as well as quarterly
results discussions.
Bank of Georgia has three independent Credit Risk Management departments
overseeing and challenging frontline credit risk management activities in
Retail Banking, SME Banking and Corporate Banking. Each department is
supported by Credit Risk Analysis and Portfolio Risk Analysis teams. The
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) department oversees bank-wide credit risk
assessment processes, manages portfolio-wide credit risk policies,
continuously monitors BOG's credit quality parameters, and manages risk
budgeting, stress testing and scenario analysis. ERM provides regular reports
to Executive Management and the Supervisory Board on Bank of Georgia's credit
risk profile and the effectiveness of risk management strategies.
Ameriabank's Credit Risk Management Service operates within an independent
Risk Management department and is responsible for overseeing and challenging
frontline credit risk management activities. Ameriabank's Risk Management
department oversees bank-wide credit risk assessment processes, manages
quality monitoring policies, continuously monitors and presents the bank's
credit quality parameters and early warning indicators to the Credit Committee
and the Asset and Liability Management Committee (ALCO), and conducts stress
testing to assess the impact of adverse scenarios on the bank's credit risk
and capital position.
Risk appetite: Group Companies have established credit risk appetites,
including quantitative limits, designed to mitigate excessive credit risk and
concentration at various levels. Credit risk profiles are monitored quarterly
relative to risk appetite and reported to the local Supervisory Boards.
Credit risk identification and assessment: Credit assessment processes vary by
segment and product type. At Bank of Georgia, Corporate, SME Banking and
larger Retail Banking loans undergo individual assessment, while unsecured
Retail Banking loan decisions are largely automated. At Ameriabank, Corporate
Banking loans are individually underwritten, while SME and Retail loans are
assessed individually or automatically based on credit limits and product
type. Most Retail Banking loans are automatically approved by the models.
Model performance is regularly monitored based on model risk management
frameworks.
To ensure a robust credit-granting process, Group Companies have implemented
several measures and frameworks:
• Well-defined lending standards: Clear standards for granting credit, outlining
the requirements that borrowers must meet. These standards serve as a
benchmark for evaluating the creditworthiness of customers, enabling the
identification and assessment of potential risks.
• Segregation of duties: Credit analysis and approval involves a clear
segregation of duties among the parties involved. Credit analysts and loan
officers prepare presentations with key borrower information. These
presentations are then reviewed by a business credit risk officer - ensuring
all risks and mitigating factors are identified and addressed, and that loans
are properly structured.
• Multi-tiered loan approval committees: A loan is reviewed and approved by
multi-tiered Credit Committees, with different loan approval limits to
consider a customer's overall risk profile. Different committees are
responsible for reviewing credit applications and approving exposures based on
the size and the level of risk of the loan.
Loan portfolio quality monitoring and reporting: Group Companies continuously
monitor the credit risk of their respective portfolios. Processes and controls
are in place to ensure macro and micro developments are identified in a timely
manner. Monitoring includes a full assessment against risk appetite limits,
supported by a series of key risk and early warning indicators to identify
areas of the portfolio with potentially increasing credit risk. Chief Risk
Officers and Credit Risk Management departments review the credit quality of
the portfolio monthly. The Supervisory Board Risk Committees periodically
review these analyses in the light of a wider macro environment perspective.
Group Companies strictly adhere to customer exposure limits set by their
respective regulators for CB loans and limits set internally, monitor the
level of concentration in the loan portfolio and the financial performance of
their largest borrowers, and maintain a well-diversified loan book. Bank of
Georgia's top 10 borrowers accounted for 6.4% of its gross loans to customers,
factoring and finance lease receivables as at 30 June 2025 (7.2% as at 30 June
2024). Ameriabank's top 10 borrowers accounted for 12.1% of its gross loans,
factoring and finance lease receivables as at 30 June 2025 (12.8% as at 30
June 2024).
Collateral valuation: Property and other types of security arrangements are
used to mitigate credit risk. In CB and SME Banking, collateral mainly
includes liens over real estate, property, plant, equipment, inventory,
transportation equipment, corporate guarantees, and deposits and securities.
In Retail Banking, loans to individuals are primarily secured by residential
property liens. At 30 June 2025, 81.1% of Bank of Georgia's and 82.0% of
Ameriabank's gross customer loans were collateralised.
Group Companies monitor the market value of collateral during reviews of the
adequacy of the allowance for ECL. When evaluating collateral for provisioning
purposes, a discount to the market value of assets is applied to reflect the
liquidation value of collateral. An evaluation report of the proposed
collateral is prepared externally by a reputable third-party asset appraisal
company or internally by the Asset Evaluation department (in the case of Bank
of Georgia) and submitted to the appropriate Credit Committee alongside a loan
application and a Credit Risk Officer's report.
Restructuring and collections: Group Companies assist borrowers in financial
difficulty by offering tailored solutions, including loan restructuring to
help them meet obligations and return to performing status. At Bank of
Georgia, digital channels automatically suggest restructuring options for
unsecured retail loans overdue by more than 30 days. If no agreement is
reached, banks initiate collateral repossession through court, arbitration, or
notary procedures.
ECL measurement:
The Group determines Expected Credit Loss (ECL) allowances in accordance with
the IFRS 9 framework, which incorporates forward-looking macroeconomic
scenarios to estimate credit losses. The Group segments its credit risk
portfolio into Purchased or Originated Credit Impaired (POCI) financial
instruments and all other financial assets. POCI financial instruments are
those that are credit-impaired at the time of initial recognition, whether
purchased or originated. These assets remain classified as POCI until they are
derecognised, regardless of any subsequent improvement in credit quality.
Lifetime ECLs are recognised for POCI assets even if they no longer meet the
definition of default. For all financial instruments other than POCI, the
Group applies a three-stage approach for measuring ECL:
Stage 1: At the reporting date, if the exposure is not credit-impaired and
there has been no significant increase in credit risk since initial
recognition, the Group recognizes a credit loss allowance equal to the
12-month ECL.
Stage 2: At the reporting date, if the exposure is not credit-impaired but
there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial
recognition, the Group recognizes a credit loss allowance equal to the
lifetime ECL.
Stage 3: At the reporting date, if the exposure is credit-impaired, the Group
recognizes a loss allowance equal to the lifetime ECL, assuming a Probability
of default (PD) of 100% for such financial instruments.
The Group calculates Expected Credit Losses (ECL) using Probability of Default
(PD), Loss Given Default (LGD), and Exposure at Default (EAD), following
standard practice. LGD is estimated either collectively or individually, based
on the client's exposure size. For collective assessments, the portfolio is
segmented into homogeneous groups to improve accuracy. ECL is the
probability-weighted sum of outcomes under baseline, upside, and downside
economic scenarios. Staging and ECL incorporate both internal and external
information, including credit ratings, financial statements, days past due,
and economic forecasts. If credit risk improves and ECL decreases, previously
recognised losses are reversed accordingly.
Counterparty risk: By performing banking services - including lending on the
inter-bank money market, settling a transaction on the inter-bank FX market,
entering into inter-bank transactions related to trade finance or investing in
securities - the Group is exposed to the risk of loss due to the failure of a
counterparty to meet its contractual obligations. To manage counterparty risk,
Group Companies define limits on an individual basis for each counterparty
based on an external credit rating and overall risk profile, as well as
country limits to manage concentration risk. Counterparty credit risk
exposures are monitored daily, and any breaches are escalated to the
respective banks' Executive Management. As at 30 June 2025, 94.9% of Bank of
Georgia's and 95.9% of Ameriabank's inter-bank exposure was to 'Investment
Grade' Banks (based on Fitch, Moody's and Standard and Poor's assessments).
Liquidity and funding risks
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will be unable to meet its payment
obligations when they fall due under normal or stressed circumstances.
Funding risk is the risk that the Group will not be able to access stable and
diversified funding sources at an acceptable cost.
Key drivers and developments
Funding availability in emerging markets is influenced by investor confidence,
affecting both pricing and access for the Group. Unfavourable market
conditions can pressure liquidity, especially if liquid assets become illiquid
or lose value. In such cases, alternative funding options-limited in Georgian
and Armenian interbank markets-may involve additional risks, including pricing
risks.
The Group also faces risks from rapid, large-scale deposit outflows or
off-balance-sheet commitment utilisation during periods of significant
political, social, or economic instability.
The Group maintains a diverse funding base comprising short-term funding
(including Retail Banking and CB deposits, interbank and central bank
borrowings) and longer-term funding (including Retail Banking and CB term
deposits, borrowings from International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and debt
securities). Client deposits and notes are key sources of funding for Bank of
Georgia and Ameriabank. As at 30 June 2025, long-term funding comprised 45.4%
deposits, 34.2% amounts owed to credit institutions, and 20.4% debt
securities.
Group Companies benefit from strong support from IFIs and private asset/fund
managers, with a solid funding pipeline for the next 12 months.
Liquidity and funding positions remained strong, with both LCR and NSFR
exceeding the 100% regulatory minimum in both Georgia and Armenia. In response
to political tensions, Bank of Georgia raised liquidity buffers in the fourth
quarter of 2024, maintaining elevated levels into the first half of 2025. As
at 30 June 2025, Bank of Georgia's LCR stood at 125.9% and NSFR at 127.4%, and
Ameriabank's LCR stood at 173.8% and NSFR at 117.2%.
Mitigation
Governance: The Board receives updates on the liquidity and funding position
of the Group during its regular meetings as well as during discussions and
meetings related to the approval of quarterly results. Funding and liquidity
risk management across Group Companies is governed by the ALCOs, which approve
liquidity risk management frameworks and risk appetites and oversee their
implementation. Risk appetite limits ultimately require approval from the
respective Supervisory Boards. Structural units within the Finance function,
acting as the first line of defence, are responsible for managing liquidity
and funding positions, ensuring access to funding markets, and managing the
liquidity buffer. As the second line of defence, structural units within the
Risk function are responsible for developing and maintaining policies,
standards, and guidelines for funding and liquidity risk management, defining
the risk appetite, conducting risk profile reviews, and communicating results
to the ALCOs.
Monitoring and reporting: Group Companies monitor a range of market and
internal early-warning indicators daily to detect early signs of liquidity
risk. Executive Management and the ALCOs receive monthly updates on the
liquidity positions. The Board's Risk Committee reviews liquidity risk, as
integrated into the risk profile dashboard, on a quarterly basis.
Risk appetite: Risk appetite defines risk tolerance aligned with liquidity
adequacy principles, translated into metrics approved by the local Supervisory
Boards and reviewed annually. This process enables the identification of
potential deviations from the desired risk profile and triggers proactive risk
management actions.
Funding and liquidity management: Liquidity risk is managed under
ALCO-approved frameworks that model ability to meet payment obligations under
both normal and stressed conditions. Bank of Georgia has also developed a
liquidity contingency plan, with defined risk indicators and mitigation
actions to enable early detection and response to liquidity pressures.
Liquidity stress testing: Both Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank have developed
Internal Liquidity Adequacy Assessment Processes (ILAAP), incorporating stress
testing to evaluate the adequacy of liquidity buffers under idiosyncratic,
systemic, and combined stress scenarios. These scenarios cover all key
liquidity drivers and are regularly updated to remain relevant.
Capital risk
Capital risk is the risk of failure to deliver business objectives, meet
regulatory requirements, and/or meet market expectations due to insufficient
capital.
Key drivers and developments
Bank of Georgia follows NBG capital adequacy regulation based on Basel III
guidelines with regulatory discretion. Requirements include Pillar 1, combined
buffer (systemic, countercyclical, conservation), and Pillar 2 buffers
(concentration, General Risk Assessment Programme (GRAPE), CICR, stress-test).
Ameriabank currently complies with Pillar 1 requirements, while the CBA plans
to introduce Pillar 2 in the future.
Since March 2023, Bank of Georgia is in the process of accumulating a neutral
countercyclical capital buffer as follows: 0.25% by 15 March 2024; 0.5% by 15
March 2025; 0.75% by 15 March 2026; and 1% by 15 March 2027. The successful
US$300 million placement of 9.5% perpetual Additional Tier 1 (AT1) notes in
April 2024 and redemption of US$100 million AT1 notes in June 2024 demonstrate
Bank of Georgia's strong capital position and internal capital generation.
Group Companies maintained capital adequacy ratios above the minimum
regulatory requirements as at 30 June 2025 (see pages 12 and 15).
Mitigation
Governance: The Board actively oversees Group Companies' capital positions
through quarterly updates and reviews potential impacts of various scenarios
before capital distribution decisions. Day-to-day capital risk management is
handled by the Finance departments as the first line of defence, while Risk
Management units serve as the second line, setting capital risk frameworks and
ensuring their effective implementation within Group Companies.
Risk appetite: Group Companies manage capital risk through bank-level limits
aligned with defined risk appetites, approved by ALCOs and Supervisory Boards.
Risk profiles are monitored monthly by ALCOs and quarterly by Supervisory
Boards. The Board's Risk Committee also reviews capital risk quarterly via a
dedicated dashboard. Bank of Georgia maintains internal capital buffers above
regulatory minimums, set and monitored at both ALCO and Supervisory Board
levels.
Capital management: Both Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank have an Internal
Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP) approved by the Supervisory Boards
and overseen by the ALCOs. The ICAAP ensures the Banks maintain sufficient
capital levels to cover material risks from both a normative (supervisory) and
economic (internal, in the case of Bank of Georgia) perspective. Annual
internal risk assessments evaluate capital necessary to cover material risks.
Bank of Georgia monitors early-warning indicators as part of the regulatory
recovery plan, to identify emerging capital concerns early and ensure timely
mitigation.
Capital stress testing: Stress testing examines severe but plausible scenarios
and their capital impact, supporting risk management and capital planning
processes.
Planning and forecasting: Bank of Georgia updates capital forecasts
fortnightly and Ameriabank does so monthly, incorporating business
expectations, portfolio quality forecasts, market conditions, emerging trends,
and anticipated strategic changes.
Market risk
Market risk is the risk of financial loss from changes in the fair value or
future cash flows of financial instruments due to movements in market
variables. It arises from mismatches in maturity, currency, or interest rates
between assets and liabilities, all of which are exposed to market
fluctuations.
Key drivers and developments
GEL and/or AMD volatility may adversely affect the Group's financial position.
Bank of Georgia's currency risk is calculated as the aggregate of open
positions, capped by the NBG at 20% of regulatory capital. Ameriabank's
maximum risk of currency position to total capital of the bank is set by the
CBA at 10%.
The Group is exposed to interest rate risk due to mismatches between the terms
and amounts of fixed and floating rate loans and borrowings. Changes in market
interest rates can widen or narrow interest margins on assets and liabilities
with differing maturities.
Mitigation
Governance: Market risk management governance is overseen by the respective
ALCOs and Supervisory Boards, which approve risk appetites and ensure their
implementation. Structural units from the Risk function serve as the second
line of defence and are responsible for developing and maintaining policies,
standards and guidelines for market risk management, setting the risk
appetite, conducting risk profile reviews and communicating results to the
ALCOs.
Risk appetite: Group Companies have currency exchange and interest rate risk
appetite presented as different types of limits approved by the ALCOs and
Supervisory Boards, with risk profiles monitored at least quarterly.
Market risk management: ALCOs set market risk exposure limits by currency and
monitor compliance with risk appetite frameworks. Exposures and metrics are
regularly tested against plausible scenarios.
Bank of Georgia calculates currency risk as aggregate open positions,
monitored daily through open position tracking and VaR historical simulation
using 400-business-day data. Ameriabank manages currency risk through
year-to-date revaluations, daily open position limits, one currency open
position limit, simulated historical VaR and expected shortfall limits. Within
Group Companies, the currency risk is managed by allocating Risk Appetite for
open currency positions.
Bank of Georgia's ALCO approves interest rate ranges for different maturities
for asset placement and liability attraction. Per regulatory requirements,
Bank of Georgia assesses interest rate shock impacts on economic value of
equity (EVE) and net interest income (NII). At 30 June 2025, Bank of Georgia's
EVE ratio was 9.0%, below the 15.0% maximum limit. Supervisory Board risk
appetite further limits EVE and NII sensitivities. ALCO sets currency-specific
EVE and NII ratio limits relative to Tier 1 capital with monthly monitoring.
Ameriabank monitors interest rate gaps and EVE sensitivity, strictly limiting
fixed-rate loans with maturities exceeding five years to reduce duration gaps.
The ALCO monitors and optimises net interest margin monthly. Ameriabank
effectively hedges floating rate liability interest risk through derivative
contracts with highly-rated counterparties.
Compliance and conduct risks
Compliance risk is the risk of legal and/or regulatory sanctions and/or damage
to the Group's reputation as a result of its failure to identify, assess,
correctly interpret, comply with and/or manage regulatory and/or legal
requirements.
Conduct risk is the risk that the conduct of the Group and its employees
towards customers will lead to unethical and/or unfair customer outcomes
and/or adversely affect market integrity, damaging the Group's reputation and
competitive position.
Key drivers and developments
The Group operates across multiple jurisdictions, facing evolving and
sometimes unpredictable legal and regulatory requirements. As a London Stock
Exchange Main Market-listed company, it is governed by UK Financial Conduct
Authority regulations and Listing Rules. Georgian subsidiaries adhere to local
laws, with Bank of Georgia regulated by the NBG. BNB and Ameriabank are
supervised by the National Bank of the Republic of Belarus (NBRB) and the
Central Bank of Armenia (CBA), respectively.
Mitigation
Governance: The second line of defence within Group Companies comprises Bank
of Georgia's Legal and Compliance function units and Ameriabank's Operational
Control under CEO supervision. These units challenge first-line compliance
risk management, establish compliance policies, and coordinate risk
identification, assessment, documentation, reporting, and mitigation for
processes and products.
Compliance risk management framework: Group Companies follow established
policies and procedures defining principles, standards, roles, and
responsibilities for independent compliance functions. Internal Audits provide
oversight through regular reviews of frameworks and policies. Mandatory
compliance training promotes employee risk awareness.
Monitoring and reporting compliance risk: The Group prioritises compliance
risk measurement and management through ongoing monitoring, assessment, and
reporting by Compliance and Legal Risk Management (Bank of Georgia) and
Operational Control Service (Ameriabank). The Group Chief Legal Officer (CLO)
regularly reports significant regulatory and legal changes and material
regulatory inspections to the Board.
Regulatory change management: As part of its integrated control framework, the
Group systematically assesses the impact of legislative and regulatory changes
on its main operating subsidiaries during formal risk assessments. A dedicated
change management system enables timely identification of legal amendments and
facilitates appropriate departmental responses. The Group implements changes
through formal action plans with structured follow-up.
Effective regulatory engagement is ensured through direct dialogue with
regulators or via Banking Association channels - primarily the NBG for Bank of
Georgia and the CBA for Ameriabank. The Group CLO provides quarterly updates
to the Board on regulatory developments and implementation progress across key
jurisdictions.
Conduct risk management framework: The Group upholds a Code of Conduct and
Ethics applicable to all subsidiaries. At Bank of Georgia, the Customer
Protection Standard covers all stages of the product and services lifecycle,
requiring transparent product offerings and clear and accurate communications
to support informed customer decisions. Bank of Georgia's Customer Claims
Management procedure handles customer complaints, and the Legal Consulting
unit serves as the second line of defence - ensuring complaint management is
undertaken effectively and in compliance with applicable customer protection
laws, regulations and internal policies and procedures. Claims related to the
Code of Conduct and Ethics violations are reviewed by the bank-level Human
Rights and Ethics Committee to ensure they are properly handled and
remediation plans are established.
At Ameriabank, an independent Service Quality Assurance department manages
customer claims, oversees the entire process and initiates process
improvements. As the second line of defence, it also reviews proposed changes
to products, services, and tariffs to prevent adverse client impacts.
Recurring claims potentially indicating a systemic issue and whistleblower
reports are investigated and reported quarterly to the Audit Committee.
Ameriabank is in the process of aligning its internal processes with the
Group's Whistleblowing Policy and procedures.
Group Companies ensure related party transactions follow the "arm's length"
principle as defined by their respective regulators. Transactions' terms are
pre-determined under special internal acts, with deviations requiring
Supervisory Board approval. At Bank of Georgia, certain cases -such as
aggregate risk positions exceeding GEL 500,000, collateral replacement- also
require Supervisory Board approval. The Supervisory Board receives quarterly
reports to monitor these transactions.
Financial crime risk
Financial crime risk is the risk of knowingly or unknowingly facilitating
illegal activity, including money laundering, fraud, bribery and corruption,
tax evasion, sanctions evasion, the financing of terrorism and/or
proliferation, through the Group.
Key drivers and developments
Financial crime risks continue evolving globally, with the Group facing
stringent regulatory and supervisory requirements. The Group is committed to
protecting financial system integrity, safeguarding customers, and combating
financial crime through ongoing investments in expertise, tools, and systems.
Georgia and Armenia's geographical proximity to Russia, combined with their
regional geopolitical position, heightens sanctions evasion risks for
financial institutions. This proximity increases potential for sanctioned
entities to attempt to exploit Georgian and Armenian financial systems to
circumvent international restrictions. Consequently, Group Companies have
reinforced compliance frameworks and enhanced due diligence procedures to
proactively mitigate these risks.
Mitigation
Governance: Within Group Companies, the second line of defence, comprising
risk management units, develops policies, standards, guidelines, and
compliance systems, monitors sanctions evasion and money laundering/terrorist
financing (ML/TF) risks, and oversees related risk management processes. Bank
of Georgia's Anti-money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions Compliance department
includes an assurance unit responsible for regularly assessing the
effectiveness of Group-wide controls. The third line of defence -Internal
Audit functions - independently assesses AML and sanctions compliance, to
ensure regulatory adherence and safeguard financial integrity.
Bank of Georgia has also established an AML/Sanctions Compliance Committee to
provide ongoing oversight of ML, TF, and sanctions risks.
Tax risk is managed by dedicated tax functions across Group Companies. Lion
Finance Group PLC has adopted a Tax Strategy applicable to itself and its UK
subsidiaries, with its principles consistently applied throughout the Group.
Monitoring and reporting: The Group's financial crime risk management
programme ensures that all business units, support functions and subsidiaries
assess the impact of their activities on the overall risk profile and act in
line with the Group's financial crime risk appetite. The programme aims to
prevent harm caused by criminals and terrorists and includes active monitoring
and timely reporting of financial crime risks. AML/CFT and sanctions risks are
reported monthly to Executive Management and quarterly to the Audit Committee
as well as the Risk Committee, ensuring Board-level awareness. Both
quantitative and qualitative dashboards are used to inform risk mitigation
actions and track effectiveness.
Anti-money laundering: Group Companies maintain risk-based AML/CFT frameworks
aligned with local and relevant foreign legislation, incorporating
international standards and recommendations set by the Financial Action Task
Force and other relevant global bodies.
The Group has deployed significant resources to enhance its ML/TF risk
management capabilities, including the use of advanced analytics and
transaction monitoring tools, as well as enhancements to offline reporting
mechanisms. The reporting processes for Cash Transaction Reports and
Suspicious Transaction Reports are fully automated.
Mandatory employee training programmes have been intensified to improve
awareness and understanding of AML/CFT obligations. In 2024, Bank of Georgia
introduced new AML risk appetite metrics, which are closely monitored and
regularly reviewed to ensure alignment with its defined risk tolerance.
Bribery and corruption: The Group is committed to preventing bribery and
corruption through robust policies, processes, and controls, maintaining a
zero-tolerance approach to non-compliance with its Anti-Bribery and Corruption
(ABC) policies. Beyond ABC compliance, the Group also follows a Code of
Conduct and Ethics, serving as an employee reference. Bank of Georgia upholds
its ABC Policy through internal communications, awareness campaigns, and
mandatory employee training. This training, completed during onboarding and
biennially, includes a comprehension test and signed acknowledgment for
accountability. Ameriabank also conducts ABC training during onboarding and
will start regular mandatory training on ethics, confidentiality, and
conflicts of interest for all staff from 2025.
Sanctions compliance: The Group maintains comprehensive policies, procedures
and risk mitigation measures to comply with international sanctions frameworks
enforced by key jurisdictions and bodies such as the US (Office of Foreign
Assets Control), EU, UK (HM Treasury) and UN Security Council. These protocols
undergo routine evaluations to ensure alignment with current sanctions
regimes. The Group upholds a stringent zero-tolerance policy towards
sanctioned individuals, transactions, and funds associated with sanctioned
entities, and any clients or transactions connected to the Russian
military-industrial base.
The Group has enhanced due diligence processes to address rapidly evolving
sanctions regimes, strengthening transaction screening, monitoring,
onboarding, and documentation review. Our technology-driven approach includes
an online solution that fully automates the screening of all transactions
against sanctions lists from (Office of Foreign Assets Control) OFAC, the EU,
the UK, the UN and other global databases.
Due diligence: The Group continuously improves customer due diligence and
transaction monitoring, encompassing risk-based scenario monitoring, alert
handling, and suspicious activity reporting. Group-wide AML/CFT and sanctions
risk assessments evaluate inherent risk, control effectiveness, and residual
risk. Automated customer risk assessment ensures comprehensive risk management
throughout the business relationship lifecycle. Group Companies conduct
rigorous, periodic due diligence on its existing client base. During
onboarding, detailed information on corporate clients' ownership structures,
ultimate beneficial owners, and sources of funds and wealth is gathered.
High-risk clients, including politically exposed persons and virtual asset
service providers, those subject to adverse media coverage or performing
unusual or crypto-currency-related transactions, or those living and working
in countries or sectors with an inherently higher risk of financial crime,
undergo enhanced due diligence. To mitigate risks associated with crypto
currency, the Group has restricted international transactions involving
virtual assets or virtual asset service providers.
Fraud risk: To mitigate fraud risk, the Group implements:
• Know Your Employee procedures, including screening requirements at
recruitment, employment and departure stages of employment, providing a clear
understanding of an employee's background and actual or potential conflicts of
interest.
• Mandatory training for all new employees to increase awareness.
• Communication channels informing customers about fraud risks.
Information security and data protection risks
Information security risk is the risk of loss of confidentiality, integrity,
and/or availability of information, data, and/or information systems.
Data protection risk is the risk presented by personal data processing - such
as accidental and/or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised
disclosure of, and/or access to, personal data stored and/or otherwise
processed.
Both risks may lead to financial loss, reputational damage, or other
significant adverse economic or social impacts.
Key drivers and developments
Information security remains a top global risk. The Group faces continuous
attempts to compromise information security amid an evolving external threat
profile, with anticipated increases including potential state-sponsored cyber
attacks.
Malicious actors focus on:
• Zero-day attacks exploiting previously unknown vulnerabilities
• Sophisticated brand impersonation attacks
• Targeting systems where the Group lacks direct cybersecurity control (customer
and third-party systems)
• Employee non-compliance with policies, procedures, and technical controls
Bank of Georgia is classified as a critical information system subject in
Georgia, making its uninterrupted operation essential to national defense,
economic security, state authority maintenance, and public life.
On 1 March 2024, significant amendments to Georgia's Personal Data Protection
Law aligned it more closely with EU GDPR. While Armenia's Personal Data
Protection Law has not undergone major recent changes, Ameriabank strives to
align its practices with GDPR standards.
Mitigation
Governance: Within Group Companies, Information Security functions serve as
the first line of defence. They adhere to internal policies and procedures,
conducting routine risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration
tests to identify system and infrastructure vulnerabilities. This work
prevents unauthorised access and enables real-time monitoring for prompt
detection and response to security incidents. The Risk functions act as the
second line of defense, regularly assessing the design and operational
effectiveness of security controls. Risk units provide oversight, guidance,
and support to business units, ensuring information security risks are
effectively identified, assessed, and managed, and monitoring compliance with
internal policies and external regulations.
Risk appetite: Information security risk is measured against predefined risk
appetite metrics and thresholds to minimize data and security breach exposure.
Risk profiles are monitored monthly against appetite and reported to local
Executive Management and quarterly to Supervisory Boards.
Monitoring and reporting: Internal Audit functions provide risk-based
independent assurance on risk management adequacy and effectiveness.
Information security appears regularly on Risk Committee agendas, and the
Group engages external parties for regular cybersecurity audits and
penetration tests.
Zero-day attacks: Group Companies monitor zero-day vulnerability announcements
affecting their systems, addressing them promptly when detected. They employ a
"defense in depth" approach with multiple complementary security layers that
activate when others fail.
Customer-targeted phishing: Malicious actors may carry out successful
customer-targeted phishing attacks through fake websites, social networks,
emails and other channels. Group Companies enhance information security
controls to detect unauthorised account access and run awareness campaigns
helping customers and the public recognise and respond to phishing attempts.
Supply chain cyber attack: Group Companies perform third-party provider due
diligence, ensuring security and data protection controls before engagement
and conducting annual compliance monitoring. Exit procedures protect
information confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Employee policy adherence: Annual mandatory information security training for
all employees includes tailored remote work security courses. Group Companies
conduct quarterly phishing campaigns testing employee detection and response
capabilities.
Access management: Group Companies implement role-based access control
automating employee onboarding and rotation processes while restricting
network access based on least privilege principles. Semi-annual privileged
user evaluations and annual access rights reviews occur in each department.
Third parties receive privileged access only with justified business needs,
requiring multi-factor authentication and privileged access management
monitoring.
Information security incident response: To mitigate key risks, Group Companies
have aligned their incident response plans with industry standards - following
the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Computer Security
Incident Handling Guide. Group Companies have strengthened their defences with
vandal-resistant backup storage to protect core database backups from internal
and external threats. Both Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank conduct ongoing
breach and attack simulations to assess their networks, validate security
configurations, and continuously improve their defences.
Personal data protection: Bank of Georgia has responded to Georgian legal
changes by implementing enhanced data protection measures, including policy
updates, process reviews, training programmes, and customer communication. BOG
regularly consults with the data protection supervisory authority and
periodically reports on its compliance status to demonstrate adherence to
these obligations. These actions have significantly mitigated data processing
risks and enhanced data security standards, ensuring robust personal data
protection within the bank.
Operational risk
Operational risk is the risk of financial and/or non-financial loss from
inadequate and/or failed internal processes, people, systems, or from external
events. This includes human capital risk: the potential for ineffective human
capital policies or processes to cause operational disruption, financial loss,
reputational damage, and hinder strategic objectives.
Operational losses may result from:
• Internal fraud
• External fraud
• Business disruption and system failures
• Employment practices and workplace safety
• Clients, products and business practices
• Physical asset damage
• Execution, delivery and process management
Key drivers and developments
Evolving customer expectations and new technologies compel banks to adapt
business models and address new operational risks. The rapid pace of change
and the need for innovation demand new technologies and careful management of
technology deployment.
As major business processes digitise, operational resilience becomes
increasingly critical. Significant disruptions to vital services can cause
material business impacts, including financial loss, reputational damage, and
business continuity threats. External factors like cyberattacks, and
dependencies on critical vendors and outsourced services, can drive
vulnerabilities. Operational resilience will continue to gain importance as
technology increasingly shapes financial service provision.
Employees remain crucial to the Group's success, supporting innovation and
growth. However, limited local talent pools challenge the recruitment of top
tech and data professionals. To bolster digital capabilities and Artificial
Intelligence (AI)-driven decision-making, the Group prioritises attracting and
retaining skilled talent, and developing leaders for succession planning.
Mitigation
Governance: For Group Companies, the first line of defence consists of
structural units responsible for identifying and assessing operational risks
and establishing appropriate controls to mitigate them. Operational risk
management units form the second line of defence, providing oversight and risk
guidance. Internal Audit functions serve as the third line, independently
assessing operational risk and events in business processes.
Human Capital Management functions within Group Companies develop policies and
frameworks for risk management and legal compliance, monitoring and reporting
human capital risks to the respective Executive Management and Supervisory
Boards.
Risk appetite: Group Companies have established operational risk appetites.
Bank of Georgia also has a Supervisory Board-approved human capital risk
appetite at the bank level. Risk profiles are monitored against these
appetites, with Bank of Georgia reporting monthly to Executive Management and
quarterly to Supervisory Boards, while Ameriabank reports quarterly to both.
Monitoring and reporting: Group Companies monitor human capital risk through
quantitative and qualitative indicators, including employee interviews, eNPS,
engagement scores, internal mobility, retention and employee turnover
measures. The results of different surveys and measures are used to design
action plans.
Operational risk framework: Group Companies implement policies, procedures,
and frameworks to anticipate, mitigate, control, and communicate operational
risks and internal control effectiveness. Operational risk management units
maintain frameworks and policies, reviewed and approved by relevant governance
bodies, to ensure alignment with recognised industry standards such as Basel
and NIST.
Various policies, processes and procedures are in place to control and
mitigate operational risks, including but not limited to:
• Risk and control self-assessment (RCSA) programme - to identify and assess
operational risks in business processes and products.
• New products assessment - to identify and assess potential operational risks
related to new products before launch, offering recommendations for risk
mitigation during the product design phase.
• Scenario analysis programme - to identify, analyse and measure a range of
scenarios, including low-probability and high-severity events.
• Risk monitoring and reporting, conducted by structural units from the Risk
function in both Banks - to monitor the actual operational risk profile
against the agreed levels of risk tolerance and risk appetite.
• Business continuity management programme, which represents business continuity
and disaster recovery plans for each critical business process - a combination
of procedures and arrangements to make sure critical business processes are
uninterrupted at both Banks.
• Risk awareness and training programmes, including awareness campaigns and
mandatory training - to help employees identify existing and potential risks.
Group Companies also employ several measures to manage human capital risk:
• Multiple recruitment channels and university collaborations, with internship
programs offering project experience, mentorship, and career paths
• Succession planning and leadership pipeline development, with yearly employee
development plans and internal mobility encouragement
• Competitive compensation and benefits with work-life balance, using industry
surveys to determine position-based pay, and regular job structure updates for
clearer career paths
• Transparent communication with grievance policies for prompt issue resolution,
and Employee Voice meetings with the Board to exchange ideas and concerns
• Hybrid working arrangements for most back-office employees
Model risk
Model risk arises from decisions based on incorrect model results due to
inaccurate assumptions, inappropriate variables, low-quality data, or
inadequacies in model design, implementation or usage.
Key drivers and developments
As banking operations become more complex and digital, the adoption of
statistical models, machine learning and artificial intelligence enhances
decision-making and provides competitive intelligence. To sustain these
benefits, sound model risk assessment frameworks and validation practices are
essential.
The NBG's regulation - Managing Risks for Data-based Statistical, Artificial
Intelligence and Machine Learning Models - sets additional requirements for
model development, validation, monitoring and application. The regulation
requires that all relevant new and existing models be in line with regulatory
requirements.
Given the increasing use of AI-driven models at Bank of Georgia, particular
attention is paid to the oversight and mitigation of AI-related risks. To
ensure effective oversight of AI, Bank of Georgia maintains internal policies
and procedures governing AI usage, which outline clear guidelines for model
development, validation, implementation, monitoring, and compliance with
regulatory standards.
The CBA's regulation regarding model risk management (MRM) requires banks to
have procedures and processes covering the full lifecycle of internal models,
including evaluation, development, validation, approval, performance
monitoring and adjustments as needed.
Mitigation
Bank of Georgia's MRM framework is continuously reviewed and refined to
address key model risks effectively. The MRM Policy outlines:
• Three lines of defence: A clear segregation of roles and responsibilities
throughout the model lifecycle and model inventory governance among model
owners (first line), an independent MRM function (second line), and Internal
Audit (third line).
• Key controls: Standards covering data integrity, model development,
documentation, validation, monitoring, revalidation, backtesting, model
inventory management, as well as comprehensive model risk assessment and
reporting.
In 2023, Bank of Georgia collaborated with McKinsey & Company to revise
its MRM framework, aligning it with industry best practices.
Ameriabank's MRM framework is governed by an approved Model Validation
methodology. Ameriabank has a comprehensive process for model risk estimation,
reporting, monitoring and mitigation, involving key stakeholders for final
decision-making.
Governance: Within Group Companies, model owners within the first line of
defence are responsible for the development, implementation, operation, and
continuous monitoring of models.
The second line of defence - independent from the units that develop or use
the models - is responsible for model validating, performance oversight,
independent challenge of model adequacy and ensuring compliance with
regulatory requirements.
Clearly defined roles and the existence of independent validation functions at
both banks ensure effective risk mitigation.
Monitoring and reporting: Material model-related issues within Group Companies
are subject to a robust oversight process, requiring approval from the
respective Chief Risk Officers (CROs) before being reported to the Supervisory
Boards.
Group Companies conduct continuous monitoring of model performance. Bank of
Georgia has automated processes that generate notifications for relevant
stakeholders on a regular basis (monthly, quarterly and ad hoc), with model
owners overseeing performance and model validators supervising the process.
Ameriabank also performs monthly monitoring, with product/model owners
responsible for monitoring and model validators providing supervision. While
Ameriabank's monitoring is not yet fully automated, there are plans to
implement a dedicated automated system in the future.
Model risk mitigation: Group Companies employ similar strategies for model
risk mitigation:
• Model redevelopment: Models are refined or redeveloped in response to changes
in market conditions, business assumptions or processes, to maintain accuracy
and relevance.
• Adjustments to model outputs: Adjustments, including expert-opinion-based
revisions or the application of new restrictions, are made to improve model
accuracy and address biases or limitations.
• Process enhancements: Additional controls or validation measures are
introduced to further reduce model risk.
Strategic risk
Strategic risk is the risk that the Group will be unable to execute its
business strategy and create stakeholder value due to poor decision making,
ineffective resource allocation, and/or a delayed and/or ineffective response
to changes in the external environment.
Key drivers and developments
The Group faces strategic risks from changes in legal, regulatory,
macroeconomic, and competitive environments. Economic uncertainty, the rise of
global fintech, and increased competition in financial services have altered
stakeholder expectations, necessitating forward-looking strategic risk
management.
At the end of March 2024, the Group expanded into Armenia by acquiring
Ameriabank. This geographic expansion introduces new emerging risks requiring
proactive monitoring and mitigation. Such investments carry strategic risks,
including the potential failure to realise acquisition upside or successfully
integrate new subsidiaries. Ameriabank's integration is a regular Board
discussion topic and a key focus for the Group's Executive Management.
Mitigation
Strategic planning: The Group's Executive Management runs an annual strategic
planning process to review its performance against targets, discuss the
internal and external environment affecting the Group's subsidiaries, and
develop short- and medium-term strategic plans considering potential financial
and non-financial risks. This process is supported by risk appetite framework,
capital plans and a recovery plan. The Group's strategy is ultimately approved
by the Board of Directors.
Focus on customers and innovation: The Group mitigates strategic risks by
incorporating customer feedback in decision-making and scanning global
competitive landscape to ensure relevant, innovative products and offerings,
addressing current needs while creating foundations for future client growth.
Monitoring: The Group's Executive Management holds regular meetings to discuss
the performance of the Group's core subsidiaries, the competitive landscape
and the Group's competitive positions, including any changes versus prior
periods and any actions required. Key strategic areas and/or projects are
periodically discussed in working groups comprising executive, senior and
middle management.
Strategic objectives and/or decisions, including major organisational changes
and initiatives, are regularly discussed with and challenged by the Board,
including during the quarterly Board meetings and the Board's strategy
sessions. The Board receives quarterly updates on market environment and
competitive positioning of principal operating entities in Georgia and Armenia
and challenges management's tactical or strategic actions.
The Group has a dedicated International Banking function with executive
responsibility over monitoring and coordination of activities with the
operating entities outside of Georgia. The International Business function
does not replace or interfere in day-to-day executive management of the
Group's subsidiaries, other than as necessary for meeting either legal and
regulatory, or internal policy requirements applicable to the Group as a whole
or on a consolidated basis.
Reputational risk
Reputational risk is the risk of damage to stakeholder trust and/or brand
image due to negative consequences arising from internal actions and/or
external events.
Key drivers and developments
The Group's operations face inherent reputational risk, primarily driven by
internal execution failures, cyber and phishing case mismanagement, and
misalignment between Group values and public perceptions/opinions.
Mitigation
Risk appetite: Bank of Georgia has defined Bank-level reputational risk
appetite through quantitative measures, with risk profiles monitored monthly
(Executive Management) and quarterly (Supervisory Board).
Mitigation: Effective systems and controls ensure high customer service levels
and compliance. Material risks at any business level are measured, mitigated,
and monitored according to Group policies and procedures.
To protect brand strength, marketing/PR teams in Group Companies monitor daily
media coverage. Legal teams ensure marketing communications comply with
internal policies and review product/service compliance. Group Companies
regularly measure customer satisfaction through internal and external surveys
and monitor risk appetite compliance with monthly Executive Management
reporting.
Group Companies also engage with customers on information security matters,
spreading content including articles, direct emails, interactive games and
questionnaires through various media. Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank
contribute to the development of information security in Georgia and Armenia
respectively by regularly participating in collaborative efforts with
financial industry peers, law enforcement authorities, regulatory bodies and
the governments, sharing knowledge and preventing negative impacts.
To prevent inaccurate or misleading reporting that could damage Group
reputation, well-documented reporting processes with strong controls ensure
fairness and transparency. Oversight from the Board as well as the External
Auditor ensures the Group's financial and narrative reporting is trustworthy.
Climate-related risk
The Group has identified climate risk as an emerging risk. We continue to
assess climate-related risks, both transition and physical, for our client
base and determine potential impacts on the Group.
Climate-related risk is the risk of financial loss and/or damage to the
Group's reputation due to the accelerating transition to a lower-carbon
economy or from actual physical damage due to acute or chronic weather events.
Both transition and physical risks may impact customers' performance,
financial position, and loan repayment ability.
Key drivers and developments
The Group's stakeholders increasingly demand climate-related disclosures
including risk assessments and Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting, plus
actions addressing climate-related risks.
The Group faces climate reporting obligations under UK Financial Conduct
Authority Listing Rules and UK Companies Act 2006 Sections 414CA and 414CB.
Since 2020, the Group has identified climate change as an emerging risk in its
risk inventory. Bank of Georgia has developed a climate scenario analysis
toolkit to conduct stress testing and model the impacts of climate change
risks on client creditworthiness. Bank of Georgia continues to strengthen
climate considerations within its credit risk management framework. It is in
the process of developing a Transition Plan Framework to align its business
with Georgia's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and Long-Term Low
Emission Development Strategy, guided by Ambition, Action and Accountability
in line with the Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT) Disclosure Framework.
Both Georgia and Armenia have submitted NDCs under the Paris Agreement.
Georgia aims for an unconditional 35% reduction in GHG emissions from 1990
levels by 2030, while Armenia targets a 40% reduction. Georgia has also
adopted a Long-Term Low-Emissions Strategy with a goal of carbon neutrality by
2050 and plans to submit a new NDC in 2025.
Mitigation
Governance: Bank of Georgia's Environmental and Social Impact Committee (ESI)
Committee, comprising executive and senior management, oversees the bank's
climate, environmental and social impacts, particularly from lending
activities. It designs strategies and policies and sets/monitors targets, with
ultimate responsibility resting with the Supervisory Board.
Centralized Environmental, Social and Climate Risk specialist teams within
Group Companies' Risk functions are responsible for:
• Researching environmental and social risk assessment methods
• Implementing and updating environmental and social policies, procedures, and
methods
• Identifying, assessing, managing, and mitigating environmental and social
risks through standardized due diligence
• Identifying climate-related opportunities and classifying green loans
• Calculating financed emissions
• Supporting other departments with environmental, social and climate-related
tasks
• Preparing environmental and social disclosures
Bank of Georgia additionally addresses these issues with climate-specific
focus, ensuring alignment with the Bank's climate risk management commitments.
Climate-related risks mitigation:
Bank of Georgia has integrated climate-related risks into risk management and
business resilience assessments. Mitigating activities include:
• Identifying sector/location-specific climate risks for business clients during
loan appraisal and environmental/social risk management
• Expanding climate scenario analysis toolkit and deepening understanding of
climate change and policy impacts
• Conducting materiality assessment to prioritize climate-related risks and
opportunities
• Collecting relevant data on output and energy consumption, calculating Scope 3
financed emissions for GHG-intensive corporate clients
• Identifying and reporting transactions aligned with NBG Green Taxonomy
• Developing Green Finance Framework for effective identification, assessment,
and monitoring of climate-related opportunities
• Developing tools and methods to identify new green opportunities by scanning
the market and rapidly assessing the greening potential of existing clients
• Developing sectoral E&S policies for high-risk industries with potential
adverse impacts
• Supporting clients in high-emission industries transitioning to sustainable
practices
• Facilitating climate-related disclosure
• Raising climate finance awareness among clients and implementing employee
training
Ameriabank has a Green Bond Framework consistent with the International
Capital Market Association (ICMA) Green Bond Principles supporting transition
to low-carbon, resilient, and sustainable economy. Mitigating activities
include:
• Contributing to sustainable solution development through financing relevant
services and innovations
• Committing to low-carbon Green Assets portfolio
• Defining Taxonomy Exclusionary Criteria for Green Bonds
• Measuring and reporting impact metrics including electricity consumption
savings and avoided GHG emissions
• Identifying, assessing, managing and mitigating clients' E&S risks based
on IFIs' standards (IFC Performance Standards, EBRD Performance Requirements,
Asian Development Bank and FMO's environmental and social standards),
international best practices and local requirements
• Setting E&S Guidelines helping clients implement basic E&S risk
management aligned with national legislation and international practices
• Raising climate finance awareness among employees
Statement of directors' responsibilities
We, the Directors, confirm that to the best of our knowledge:
• The interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules sourcebook of
the UK's Financial Conduct Authority and the International Accounting Standard
34 "Interim Financial Reporting", as issued by the International Accounting
Standards Board ("IASB") and as adopted by the United Kingdom and give a true
and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and profit or
loss of the Group;
• This Results Report includes a fair review of the information required by
Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 4.2.7R (indication of important
events during the first six months and a description of principal risks and
uncertainties for the remaining six months of the year); and
• This Results Report includes a fair review of the information required by
Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 4.2.8R (disclosure of related party
transactions and changes therein).
After considering the Group's financial and cash flow forecasts and all other
available information and possible outcomes or responses to events, the Board
is satisfied that the Group has adequate resources to continue in operational
existence for the foreseeable future and therefore, the Directors considered
it appropriate to adopt the going concern basis in preparing this Results
Report.
Signed on behalf of the Board by:
Archil Gachechiladze
Chief Executive Officer
19 August 2025
The Directors of the Group:
Non-Executive Chairman: Mel Carvill
Executive Director: Archil Gachechiladze
Andrew McIntyre
Cecil Quillen
Karine Hirn
Maria Gordon
Mariam Megvinetukhutsesi
Tamaz Georgadze
Véronique McCarroll
INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Conclusion
We have been engaged by the Lion Finance Group PLC (the Company) to review the
condensed set of financial statements in the half-yearly financial report for
the six months ended 30 June 2025 which comprises Interim Consolidated
Statement of Financial Position, Interim Consolidated Income Statement,
Interim Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income, Interim Consolidated
Statement of Changes in Equity, Interim Consolidated Statement of Cash flows
and related notes 1 to 26. We have read the other information contained in the
half yearly financial report and considered whether it contains any apparent
misstatements or material inconsistencies with the information in the
condensed set of financial statements.
Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to
believe that the condensed set of financial statements in the half-yearly
financial report for the six months ended 30 June 2025 is not prepared, in all
material respects, in accordance with UK adopted International Accounting
Standard 34, "Interim Financial Reporting" (UK adopted IAS 34) and the
Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules of the United Kingdom's Financial
Conduct Authority (DTR).
Basis for Conclusion
We conducted our review in accordance with International Standard on Review
Engagements 2410 (UK) "Review of Interim Financial Information Performed by
the Independent Auditor of the Entity" (ISRE) issued by the Financial
Reporting Council. A review of interim financial information consists of
making enquiries, primarily of persons responsible for financial and
accounting matters, and applying analytical and other review procedures. A
review is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance
with International Standards on Auditing (UK) and consequently does not enable
us to obtain assurance that we would become aware of all significant matters
that might be identified in an audit. Accordingly, we do not express an audit
opinion.
As disclosed in note 2, the annual financial statements of the Group are
prepared in accordance with UK adopted international accounting standards. The
condensed set of financial statements included in this half-yearly financial
report has been prepared in accordance with UK adopted IAS 34.
Conclusions Relating to Going Concern
Based on our review procedures, which are less extensive than those performed
in an audit as described in the Basis for Conclusion section of this report,
nothing has come to our attention to suggest that management have
inappropriately adopted the going concern basis of accounting or that
management have identified material uncertainties relating to going concern
that are not appropriately disclosed.
This conclusion is based on the review procedures performed in accordance with
this ISRE, however future events or conditions may cause the entity to cease
to continue as a going concern.
Responsibilities of the directors
The directors are responsible for preparing the half-yearly financial report
in accordance with the DTR.
In preparing the half-yearly financial report, the directors are responsible
for assessing the company's ability to continue as a going concern,
disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the
going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to
liquidate the company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative
but to do so.
Auditor's Responsibilities for the review of the financial information
In reviewing the half-yearly report, we are responsible for expressing to the
Company a conclusion on the condensed set of financial statements in the
half-yearly financial report. Our conclusion, including our Conclusions
Relating to Going Concern, are based on procedures that are less extensive
than audit procedures, as described in the Basis for Conclusion paragraph of
this report.
Use of our report
This report is made solely to the company in accordance with guidance
contained in International Standard on Review Engagements 2410 (UK) "Review of
Interim Financial Information Performed by the Independent Auditor of the
Entity" issued by the Financial Reporting Council. To the fullest extent
permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other
than the company, for our work, for this report, or for the conclusions we
have formed.
Ernst & Young LLP
London
19 August 2025
Notes 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents 6 4,022,221 3,753,183
Amounts due from credit institutions 7 3,194,606 3,278,465
Investment securities 8 7,944,799 8,968,721
Investment securities measured at amortised cost 2,301,657 2,746,392
Investment securities measured at fair value through other comprehensive 5,444,375 6,020,801
income
Investment securities measuered at fair value through profit or loss 198,767 201,528
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 8 1,171,662 483,666
securities lending
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 727,660 269,791
securities lending measured at amortised cost
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 380,638 186,670
securities lending measured at fair value through other comprehensive income
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 63,364 27,205
securities lending measuered at fair value through profit or loss
Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables 9 36,530,447 33,558,874
Accounts receivable and other loans 11,835 8,811
Prepayments 11 103,759 88,950
Foreclosed Assets 342,565 378,642
Right-of-use assets 291,445 257,896
Investment properties 131,080 134,338
Property and equipment 578,502 550,097
Goodwill 41,253 41,253
Intangible assets 338,794 322,250
Income tax assets 10 2,253 48,114
Other assets 11 371,936 314,620
Assets held for sale 14,913 20,008
Total assets 55,092,070 52,207,888
Liabilities
Client deposits and notes 12 34,789,736 33,202,010
Amounts owed to credit institutions 13 8,927,118 8,680,233
Debt securities issued 14 2,445,652 2,255,016
Lease liability 304,559 274,435
Accruals and deferred income 15 249,568 338,734
Income tax liabilities 10 116,575 88,431
Other liabilities 11 639,730 353,802
Total liabilities 47,472,938 45,192,661
Equity 17
Share capital 1,445 1,464
Additional paid-in capital 477,694 453,738
Treasury shares (28) (51)
Capital redemption reserve 173 154
Other reserves 47,442 110,786
Retained earnings 7,090,940 6,422,320
Total equity attributable to shareholders of the Group 7,617,666 6,988,411
Non-controlling interests 1,466 26,816
Total equity 7,619,132 7,015,227
Total liabilities and equity 55,092,070 52,207,888
The financial statements on page 38 to 85 were approved by the Board of
Directors on and signed on its behalf by:
Archil
Gachechiladze
Chief Executive Officer
19 August 2025
Lion Finance Group PLC
Registered No. 10917019
For the six months ended
Notes 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Interest income calculated using EIR method 2,499,120 1,822,508
Other interest income 37,428 15,686
Interest income 2,536,548 1,838,194
Interest expense (1,114,707) (765,597)
Deposit insurance fees (22,295) (16,442)
Net interest income 18 1,399,546 1,056,155
Fee and commission income 510,468 422,703
Fee and commission expense (219,781) (164,239)
Net fee and commission income 19 290,687 258,464
Net foreign currency gain 298,191 242,426
Net gains/(losses) on extinguishment of debt (225) 4
Net other gains/(losses) 21 29,587 35,901
Operating income 2,017,786 1,592,950
Salaries and other employee benefits (453,104) (323,463)
Administrative expenses (147,025) (118,627)
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (105,260) (78,553)
Other operating expenses (16,300) (5,216)
Operating expenses (721,689) (525,859)
Gain on bargain purchase 3 - 685,888
Acquisition related costs 3 - (16,423)
Profit/(loss) from associates 736 476
Operating income before cost of risk 1,296,833 1,737,032
Expected credit loss on loans to customers and factoring receivables 20 (64,669) (96,816)
Expected credit loss on finance lease receivables 20 (627) (1,712)
Other expected credit loss 20 (7,100) (7,948)
Impairment charge on other assets and provisions 20 (5,313) (4,419)
Cost of risk (77,709) (110,895)
Profit before income tax expense 1,219,124 1,626,137
Income tax expense 10 (192,813) (157,617)
Profit for the period 1,026,311 1,468,520
Total profit attributable to:
- shareholders of the Group 1,024,421 1,464,179
- non-controlling interests 1,890 4,341
1,026,311 1,468,520
Basic earnings per share: 17 23.7004 33.3680
Diluted earnings per share: 17 23.4359 32.8103
For the six months ended
Notes 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Profit for the period 1,026,311 1,468,520
Other comprehensive income/(loss)
Other comprehensive income/(loss) to be reclassified to income statement in
subsequent years:
- Net change in fair value on investments in debt instruments measured at fair 8 (59,156) (49,242)
value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI)
- Realised gain on financial assets measured at FVOCI (796) (3,232)
-Change in allowance for expected credit losses on investments in debt (171) 1,353
instruments measured at FVOCI reclassified to the consolidated income
statement
- Gain from foreign currency translation differences 9,472 101,261
Income tax impact 10 (198) -
Net other comprehensive (loss)/income to be reclassified to income statement (50,849) 50,140
in subsequent years
Other comprehensive gain/(loss) not to be reclassified to income statement in
subsequent years:
- Net gain (loss) on investments in equity instruments designated at FVOCI 6,762 (569)
Net other comprehensive income/(loss) not to be reclassified to income 6,762 (569)
statement in subsequent years
Other comprehensive (loss)/income for the year (44,087) 49,571
Total comprehensive income for the period 982,224 1,518,091
Total comprehensive income attributable to:
- shareholders of the Group 980,374 1,514,743
- non-controlling interests 1,850 3,348
982,224 1,518,091
Attributable to shareholders of the Group Non-controlling interests Total equity
Share capital Additional paid-in capital Treasury shares Other reserves Capital redemption reserve Retained earnings Total
31 December 2023 1,506 465,009 (71) 21,385 112 4,510,780 4,998,721 21,115 5,019,836
Profit for the six months ended 30 June 2024 (unaudited) - - - - - 1,464,179 1,464,179 4,341 1,468,520
Other comprehensive income for the six months ended 30 June 2024 (unaudited) - - - 49,666 - 898 50,564 (993) 49,571
Total comprehensive income for the six months ended 30 June 2024 (unaudited) - - - 49,666 - 1,465,077 1,514,743 3,348 1,518,091
Increase in equity arising from share-based payments - 39,799 31 - - - 39,830 - 39,830
Purchase of treasury shares under share-based payments - (63,289) (9) - - - (63,298) - (63,298)
Dividends to shareholders of the Group (Note 17) - - - - (226,220) (226,220) - (226,220)
Increase in share capital of subsidiaries - - - (178) - - (178) (21) (199)
Purchase of treasury shares - (2,068) (121,283) - - - (123,351) - (123,351)
Cancellation of treasury shares (25) - 121,283 - 25 (121,283) - - -
Dividends of subsidiaries to non-controlling shareholders - - - - - - - (1,398) (1,398)
30 June 2024 (unaudited) 1,481 439,451 (49) 70,873 137 5,628,354 6,140,247 23,044 6,163,291
31 December 2024 1,464 453,738 (51) 110,786 154 6,422,320 6,988,411 26,816 7,015,227
Profit for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (unaudited) - - - - - 1,024,421 1,024,421 1,890 1,026,311
Other comprehensive income for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (unaudited) - - - (58,208) - 14,161 (44,047) (40) (44,087)
Total comprehensive income for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (unaudited) - - - (58,208) - 1,038,582 980,374 1,850 982,224
Increase in equity arising from share-based payments - 55,451 28 - - - 55,479 - 55,479
Purchase of treasury shares under share-based payments - (44,773) (7) - - - (44,780) - (44,780)
Dividends to shareholders of the Group (Note 17) - - - - (255,331) (255,331) - (255,331)
Increase in share capital of subsidiaries - - - 94 - - 94 (94) -
Net amount reclassified to retained earnings on sale of equity instruments at - - - (3,419) - 3,419 - - -
FVOCI
Acquisition of non-controlling interests in existing subsidiaries - - - (1,811) - - (1,811) (26,637) (28,448)
Purchase of treasury shares - (5,110) (99,660) - - - (104,770) - (104,770)
Cancellation of treasury shares (19) 18,388 99,662 - 19 (118,050) - - -
Dividends of subsidiaries to non-controlling shareholders - - - - - - - (469) (469)
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 1,445 477,694 (28) 47,442 173 7,090,940 7,617,666 1,466 7,619,132
For the six months ended
Notes 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Cash flows from operating activities
Interest received 2,470,105 1,784,055
Interest paid (1,032,986) (695,756)
Fees and commissions received 500,994 445,483
Fees and commissions paid (223,728) (164,239)
Net cash inflow from real estate 1,337 2,713
Net realised gain from foreign currencies 310,711 236,510
Recoveries of loans to customers previously written off 9 44,220 26,529
Other income received 6,582 7,288
Salaries and other employee benefits paid (501,440) (245,777)
General and administrative and operating expenses paid (161,818) (149,203)
Cash flows from operating activities before changes in operating assets and 1,413,848 1,247,603
liabilities
Net (increase)/decrease in operating assets
Amounts due from credit institutions 38,884 (154,936)
Investment securities measured at FVTPL (42,050) -
Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables (3,104,106) (2,483,772)
Prepayments and other assets (49,386) 29,634
Foreclosed assets 88,171 30,321
Net increase/(decrease) in operating liabilities
Amounts due to credit institutions 239,588 193,635
Debt securities issued 160,372 147,533
Client deposits and notes 1,630,962 2,809,610
Other liabilities 29,507 (32,114)
Net cash flows from operating activities before income tax 405,790 1,787,514
Income tax paid (119,006) (327,133)
Net cash flows from operating activities 286,784 1,460,381
Cash flows from/(used in) investing activities
Net purchases/sales of investment securities measured at amortised cost and 273,581 (1,813,325)
FVOCI
Purchase of investments in subsidiaries, net of cash acquired 3 - 300,047
Proceeds from sale of investment properties and assets held for sale 20,333 13,883
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment and intangible assets 488 3,818
Purchase of property and equipment and intangible assets (127,484) (100,195)
Dividends received 1,078 802
Net cash flows from/(used in) investing activities 167,996 (1,594,970)
Cash flows (used in)/from financing activities
Repayment of the principal portion of the debt securities issued 14 (176,465) (283,570)
Proceeds from Tier 2 notes issued 14 63,751 26,876
Proceeds from Additional Tier 1 14 - 800,970
Proceeds from local bonds issued 14 195,571 -
Cash payments for the principal portion of the lease liability (34,578) (22,148)
Dividends paid (13,567) (11,179)
Purchase of treasury shares under share-based payments (44,780) (63,298)
Purchase of interests in existing subsidiaries 17 (28,448) -
Purchase of treasury shares (104,770) (123,351)
Net cash (used in)/from financing activities (143,286) 324,300
Effect of exchange rates changes on cash and cash equivalents (42,107) 131,065
Effect of expected credit losses on cash and cash equivalents (349) 147
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 269,038 320,923
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of the period 6 3,753,183 3,101,824
Cash and cash equivalents, end of the period 6 4,022,221 3,422,747
1. Principal activities
On 6 February, 2025 Bank of Georgia Group PLC changed its name to Lion Finance
Group PLC. It is a public limited liability company incorporated in England
and Wales with registered number 10917019. As at 30 June 2025 Lion Finance
Group PLC held 100.00% of the share capital of JSC Bank of Georgia and 90% of
Ameriabank CJSC (remaining 10% is consolidated through a put option),
representing their ultimate parent company. Ameriabank was acquired as at 31
March 2024 (Note 3). Together with JSC Bank of Georgia, Ameriabank CJSC and
other subsidiaries, the Group makes up a group of companies (the "Group") and
provides banking, leasing, brokerage and investment management services to
corporate and individual customers. Lion Finance Group PLC is listed on the
London Stock Exchange's main market in the Equity Shares (Commercial
Companies) category and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index. Ticker: BGEO,
effective 21 May 2018. JSC Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank CJSC are the Group's
main operating units and account for most of the Group's activities.
JSC Bank of Georgia was established on 21 October 1994 as a joint stock
company ("JSC") under the laws of Georgia. It operates under a general banking
licence issued by the National Bank of Georgia ("NBG"; the Central Bank of
Georgia) on 15 December 1994.
JSC Bank of Georgia accepts deposits from the public and extends credit,
transfers payments in Georgia and internationally, and exchanges currencies.
Its main office is in Tbilisi, Georgia. As at 30 June 2025, it has 187
operating outlets in all major cities of Georgia (31 December 2024: 189). JSC
Bank of Georgia's registered legal address is 29a Gagarini Street, Tbilisi
0160, Georgia.
Ameriabank CJSC was established on 8 December 1992 under the laws of the
Republic of Armenia. Its principal activities are deposit taking and customer
account maintenance, lending, issuing guarantees, cash and settlement
operations and operations with securities and foreign exchange. The activities
of Ameriabank CJSC are regulated by the Central Bank of Armenia (the "CBA").
As at 30 June 2025, Ameriabank CJSC has 26 branches from which it conducts
business throughout the Republic of Armenia (31 December 2024: 25). The
registered address of the head office is 2 Vazgen Sargsyan Street, Yerevan
0010, Republic of Armenia.
Lion Finance Group's registered legal address is 29 Farm Street, London United
Kingdom W1J 5RL.
As at 30 June 2025, 31 December 2024, the following shareholders owned more
than 3% of the total outstanding shares of Lion Finance Group PLC. Other
shareholders individually owned less than 3% of the outstanding shares.
Shareholder 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
JSC Georgia Capital** 19.14% 19.23%
Dimensional Fund Advisors (DFA) LP 4.37% 4.33%
BlackRock Investment Management (UK) 3.90% 4.19%
JP Morgan Asset Management 3.62% 4.68%
Vanguard Group Inc 3.44% 3.78%
M&G Investment Management Ltd 2.69% 3.28%
Others 62.84% 60.51%
Total* 100.00% 100.00%
* For the purposes of calculating percentage of shareholding, the denominator
includes total number of issued shares, which includes shares held in the
trust for the share-based compensation purposes of the Group.
** JSC Georgia Capital will exercise its voting rights at the Group's general
meetings in accordance with the votes cast by all other Group Shareholders, as
long as JSC Georgia Capital's percentage holding in Lion Finance Group PLC is
greater than 9.9%.
2. Basis of preparation
General
The financial information set out in these interim condensed consolidated
financial statements does not constitute Lion Finance Group PLC's statutory
financial statements within the meaning of section 434 of the Companies Act
2006. Statutory financial statements were prepared for the year ended 31
December 2024 in conformity with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006
and in accordance with UK-adopted international accounting standards. The
auditor's report was unqualified and did not contain a statement under section
498 (2) or (3) of the Companies Act 2006.
These interim Condensed Consolidated financial statements have been prepared
in accordance with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules of the
United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and with UK-adopted
International Accounting Standard 34 (IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting).
The preparation of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements
requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
income and expense, assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingencies at
the date of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements. Although
these estimates and assumptions are based on management's best judgment at the
date of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, actual
results may differ from these estimates.
Assumptions and significant estimates other than disclosed in these interim
condensed consolidated financial statements are consistent with those applied
in the preparation of the Group's annual consolidated financial statements for
the year ended 31 December 2024.
The interim condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all the
information and disclosures required in the annual consolidated financial
statements, and should be read in conjunction with the Group's annual
consolidated financial statements as at and for the year ended 31 December
2024, signed and authorized for release on 14 April 2025.
These interim condensed consolidated financial statements are presented in
thousands of Georgian Lari ("GEL"), except per share amounts, which are
presented in Georgian Lari, and unless otherwise noted.
The interim condensed consolidated financial statements are unaudited,
reviewed by the auditors and their review conclusion is included in this
report.
Going concern
The Board of Directors has made an assessment of the Group's ability to
continue as a going concern and is satisfied that it has the resources to
continue in business for a period of at least 12 months from the date of
approval of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.
Furthermore, management is not aware of any material uncertainties that may
cast significant doubt upon the Group's ability to continue as a going concern
for the foreseeable future. Therefore, the interim condensed consolidated
financial statements continue to be prepared on the going concern basis.
3. Summary of significant accounting policies
Amendments effective from 1 January 2025
The accounting policies and methods of computation applied in the preparation
of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements are consistent
with those disclosed in the annual consolidated financial statements of the
Group as at and for the year ended 31 December 2024, except for the adoption
of new amendments effective as of 1 January 2025.
Amendments to IAS 21: Lack of Exchangeability
The amendments apply for the first time in 2025 and clarify when a currency is
considered exchangeable into another currency, as well as how an entity should
estimate a spot rate for currencies that lack exchangeability. They also
introduce new disclosure requirements to help users of financial statements
assess the effects of using an estimated exchange rate. The amendments had no
impact on the Group's interim condensed consolidated financial statements.
The Group has not early adopted any standard, interpretation or amendment that
has been issued but is not yet effective.
Business Combination
On 31 March 2024, under a Share Purchase Agreement ("SPA") dated 18 February
2024, the Group acquired 90% of Ameriabank CJSC - one of the leading banks
operating in Armenia - from multiple shareholders for US$276,989 (GEL
746,569), including US$21,031 (GEL 56,686) deferred for six months (fully
settled by 31 December 2024). The remaining 10% held by EBRD is subject to a
put/call option, exercisable within three years, with a price of US$ 30,777
(GEL 82,955) plus interest (6-month SOFR + 3.5% p.a), offset by dividends
received. The acquisition resulted in a gain of GEL 685,888 from the bargain
purchase, which was recognised in the consolidated income statement and
presented separately as a gain from bargain purchase.
The Group assessed the option terms and concluded that the 10% interest is
effectively acquired (no NCI recognised), with the option recognised as a
financial liability within other liabilities. Accordingly, the entire share
capital of Ameriabank CJSC is accounted for as acquired, with a 30% holding by
BOG JSC and 70% by Lion Finance Group PLC.
The acquisition will enables the Group to expand in the Armenian market and is
expected to provide significant strategic, commercial, and financial benefits.
4. Significant accounting judgements and estimates
In the process of applying the Group's accounting policies, the Board of
Directors and management use their judgement and make estimates in determining
the amounts recognised in the interim condensed consolidated financial
statements. Key judgments and estimates are summarized below
Forward-looking information
Forward-looking variable assumptions
The most significant period end assumptions used for ECL estimate as at 30
June 2025 per geographical segments are set out below. The scenarios "base",
"upside" and "downside" were used for all portfolios.
Georgia
Key drivers ECL scenario Assigned weight As at 30 June 2025 Assigned weight As at 31 December 2024 Assigned weight As at 31 December 2023
2025 2026 2027 2025 2026 2027 2024 2025 2026
GDP growth in %
Upside 25% 6.00% 7.00% 5.50% 25% 7.00% 6.00% 6.00% 25% 6.50% 5.50% 5.00%
Base case 50% 5.60% 5.00% 5.00% 50% 4.90% 5.80% 5.70% 50% 5.00% 4.50% 5.00%
Downside 25% 5.00% -2.00% 3.00% 25% 2.00% 3.00% 5.00% 25% 3.00% 4.00% 5.00%
GEL/USD exchange rate
Upside 25% 5.00% 2.00% 0.00% 25% 2.00% 3.00% 0.00% 25% 3.00% 2.00% 0.00%
Base case 50% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 50% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 50% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
Downside 25% -10.00% -12.00% 5.00% 25% -15.00% 0.00% 5.00% 25% -15.00% 0.00% 5.00%
CPI inflation rate in %
Upside 25% 2.00% 4.00% 3.00% 25% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 25% 3.25% 3.00% 3.00%
Base case 50% 1.50% 4.00% 2.60% 50% 2.90% 3.60% 2.70% 50% 3.60% 3.10% 3.00%
Downside 25% 3.50% 8.00% 7.00% 25% 8.00% 5.00% 3.00% 25% 5.00% 4.00% 3.00%
4. Significant accounting judgements and estimates (continued)
Forward-looking variable assumptions (continued)
Armenia
Key drivers ECL scenario Assigned weight As at 30 June 2025 Assigned weight As at 31 December 2024
2025 2026 2025 2026
GDP growth in %
Upside 20% 9.42% 9.41% 20% 9.40% 9.11%
Base case 60% 4.77% 4.77% 60% 4.86% 4.56%
Downside 20% 0.12% 0.12% 20% 0.32% 0.02%
RUR/AMD exchange rate %
Upside 20% 7.26% 7.31% 20% 7.26% 7.31%
Base case 60% 4.44% 4.49% 60% 4.44% 4.49%
Downside 20% 1.63% 1.68% 20% 1.63% 1.68%
CPI inflation rate in %
Upside 20% 0.48% 0.48% 20% 0.28% -1.72%
Base case 60% 3.60% 3.60% 60% 3.40% 1.40%
Downside 20% 6.72% 6.72% 20% 6.52% 4.52%
Belarus
Key drivers ECL scenario Assigned weight As at 30 June 2025 Assigned weight As at 31 December 2024 Assigned weight As at 31 December 2023
2025 2026 2025 2026 2024 2025
GDP growth in %
Upside 25% 4.62% 4.44% 25% 4.75% 4.62% 25% 3.77% 3.13%
Base case 50% 1.90% 1.51% 50% 2.64% 1.90% 50% 1.95% 0.49%
Downside 25% -0.83% -1.42% 25% 0.53% -0.83% 25% 0.14% -2.15%
BYN/USD exchange rate %
Upside 25% -0.08% -0.49% 25% -0.24% -0.08% 25% 0.66% 0.62%
Base case 50% 1.64% 1.67% 50% 0.82% 1.64% 50% 1.00% 1.23%
Downside 25% 2.98% 3.15% 25% 1.73% 2.98% 25% 1.31% 1.77%
CPI inflation rate in %
Upside 25% -0.45% -0.66% 25% -0.38% -0.45% 25% -0.09% -0.52%
Base case 50% 1.91% 1.79% 50% 1.61% 1.91% 50% 1.94% 1.82%
Downside 25% 4.12% 4.07% 25% 3.50% 4.12% 25% 3.86% 4.01%
All other parameters held constant, increase in GDP growth, appreciation of
local currency and decrease of inflation would result in decrease in ECL, with
opposite changes resulting in ECL increase. GDP growth input has the most
significant impact on ECL, followed by foreign exchange rate and inflation.
Retail portfolio ECL is less affected by foreign exchange rate inputs due to
larger share of GEL-denominated exposures. However, retail portfolio ECL is
affected by inflation, which does not have a significant impact on corporate
ECL.
The table below shows the sensitivity of the recognised ECL amounts to the
forward-looking assumptions used in the model. For these purposes, 100% weight
is assigned to each macroeconomic scenario separately and respective ECL is
recalculated.
Sensitivity of ECL to forward looking assumptions - consolidated
As at 30 June 2025
Reported ECL Reported ECL coverage ECL coverage by scenarios
Key drivers Upside Base case Downside
Commercial loans 172,158 1.29% 1.16% 1.29% 1.45%
Residential mortgage loans 17,529 0.22% 0.19% 0.23% 0.25%
Micro and SME loans 115,302 1.72% 1.58% 1.71% 1.87%
Consumer loans 165,130 1.96% 1.85% 1.96% 2.08%
Gold - pawn loans 1,009 0.53% 0.53% 0.53% 0.53%
As at 31 December 2024
Reported ECL Reported ECL coverage ECL coverage by scenarios
Key drivers Upside Base case Downside
Commercial loans 157,734 1.30% 1.15% 1.29% 1.39%
Residential mortgage loans 14,625 0.20% 0.18% 0.20% 0.21%
Micro and SME loans 99,004 1.56% 1.46% 1.55% 1.68%
Consumer loans 157,935 2.14% 2.01% 2.11% 2.32%
Gold - pawn loans 1,014 0.66% 0.66% 0.66% 0.66%
4. Significant accounting judgements and estimates (continued)
Forward-looking variable assumptions (continued)
Fair value of financial instruments
Where the fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities recorded
in the interim consolidated statement of financial position cannot be derived
from active markets, they are determined using a variety of valuation
techniques that include the use of mathematical models. The input to these
models is taken from observable markets where possible, but where this is not
feasible, a degree of judgement is required in establishing fair values (Note
23).
Measurement of fair value of investment properties
The Group performs a full valuation of its investment properties with an
appropriate regularity (at least once in every three years or more frequently
if the market has materially changed) to ensure that the carrying amount does
not differ materially from that which would be determined using fair value at
the end of the reporting period. The last date of external valuation of
investment properties was 31 December 2024.
In order to identify whether there was any significant change in the real
estate market since last revaluation that could indicate that investment
properties are not stated at fair value as at the reporting date, the Group
hired an independent valuer to perform real estate market research. The
research results did not reveal any material changes in real estate prices in
GEL equivalent terms since last valuation date.
5. Segment information
For management purposes, the Group is organised into the following business
divisions and respective operating segments:
Georgian Financial Services business division:
RB - Retail Banking - principally provides
consumer loans, mortgage loans, overdrafts, credit cards and other credit
facilities, funds transfers and settlement services, and handling of
customers' deposits for both individuals and legal entities. The Retail
Banking business targets the mass retail, mass affluent and high-net-worth
client segments.
SME - SME Banking - principally provides SME loans,
micro loans, consumer and mortgage loans, funds transfers and settlement
services, and handling of customers' deposits for legal entities. The SME
Banking business targets small and medium-sized enterprises and micro
businesses.
CIB - Corporate Investment Banking - comprises
Corporate Banking and Investment Management operations in Georgia. Corporate
Banking principally provides loans and other credit facilities, funds
transfers and settlement services, trade finance services, documentary
operations support and handles saving and term deposits for corporate and
institutional customers. The Investment Management business principally
provides brokerage services through Galt & Taggart.
CC - Corporate Center - comprises mainly
treasury and custody operations.
Armenian Financial Services business division:
Ameriabank - comprises operations in the Group's Armenian subsidiary.
Other businesses:
Other - Mainly comprising JSC Belarusky Narodny
Bank, principally providing retail and corporate banking services in Belarus
and intersegment eliminations.
Segment performance, as explained in the table below, is measured in the same
manner as profit or loss in the consolidated income statement.
Transactions between operating segments are on an arm's length basis in a
similar manner to transactions with third parties.
No revenue from transactions with a single external customer or counterparty
amounted to 10% or more of the Group's operating income during 6 months of
2025 and 2024.
5. Segment information (continued)
The following table presents the income statement and certain asset and
liability information regarding the Group's operating segments as at and for
the six months period ended 30 June 2025:
Retail Banking SME Corporate Investment Banking Corporate center Eliminations Georgian Financial services Armenian financial services Other businesses Group
Total
Interest Income 868,636 302,450 526,912 163,544 (1,917) 1,859,625 624,307 52,616 2,536,548
Interest expense (353,948) (63,035) (278,884) (169,344) 1,917 (863,294) (241,450) (32,258) (1,137,002)
Inter-segment interest income/(expense) (1,885) (81,124) 83,898 (889) - - - - -
Net interest income 512,803 158,291 331,926 (6,689) - 996,331 382,857 20,358 1,399,546
Fee and commission income 312,506 29,281 46,954 4,388 (483) 392,646 87,941 29,881 510,468
Settlements operations 287,461 21,652 10,173 2,255 (25) 321,516 65,855 26,587 413,958
Currency conversion operations 22,210 1,003 1,778 - - 24,991 - 33 25,024
Guarantees and letters of credit 23 4,134 23,138 - - 27,295 8,432 261 35,988
Advisory - - 902 - - 902 - - 902
Cash operations 244 2,471 1,837 137 (170) 4,519 6,606 2,659 13,784
Brokerage service fees - 15 9,126 - (43) 9,098 5,300 - 14,398
Other 2,568 6 - 1,996 (245) 4,325 1,748 341 6,414
Fee and commission expense (132,867) (8,512) (9,552) (3,185) 490 (153,626) (43,549) (22,606) (219,781)
Settlements operations (115,515) (7,265) (2,931) - 439 (125,272) (41,189) (18,825) (185,286)
Currency conversion operations (4,794) (217) (384) - - (5,395) - (1,594) (6,989)
Guarantees and letters of credit - (11) (136) - - (147) (95) (2) (244)
Advisory - - (157) - - (157) - - (157)
Cash operations (4,700) (742) (1,786) (3,052) 8 (10,272) (439) (2,184) (12,895)
Brokerage service fees (600) (277) (4,158) (133) - (5,168) (778) (1) (5,947)
Other (7,258) - - - 43 (7,215) (1,048) - (8,263)
Net fee and commission income 179,639 20,769 37,402 1,203 7 239,020 44,392 7,275 290,687
Net foreign currency gain 85,043 15,885 37,221 35,902 - 174,051 71,870 52,270 298,191
Net gains/(losses) on extinguishment of debt - 2 8 - - 10 - (235) (225)
Other income from settlement of legacy claim
Net other gains/(losses) (4,492) 667 14,660 11,440 (320) 21,955 3,530 4,102 29,587
Operating income 772,993 195,614 421,217 41,856 (313) 1,431,367 502,649 83,770 2,017,786
Operating expenses (288,549) (52,285) (64,594) (15,548) 313 (420,663) (247,608) (53,418) (721,689)
Gain on bargain purchase - - - - - - - - -
Acquisition related costs - - - - - - - - -
Profit from associates - - - 736 - 736 - - 736
Operating income before cost of risk 484,444 143,329 356,623 27,044 - 1,011,440 255,041 30,352 1,296,833
Cost of risk (31,294) (17,417) (14,511) (616) - (63,838) (13,940) 69 (77,709)
Profit before income tax 453,150 125,912 342,112 26,428 - 947,602 241,101 30,421 1,219,124
Income tax expense (76,169) (20,535) (58,006) 22,027 - (132,683) (49,796) (10,334) (192,813)
Profit for the year 376,981 105,377 284,106 48,455 - 814,919 191,305 20,087 1,026,311
Assets and liabilities
Total assets 17,269,517 6,014,117 11,087,022 4,959,423 (378,806) 38,951,273 14,354,800 1,785,997 55,092,070
Total liabilities 14,963,636 5,161,033 9,012,777 4,893,492 (378,806) 33,652,132 12,385,132 1,435,674 47,472,938
Other segment information
Property and equipment 48,160 4,226 1,822 32 - 54,240 15,589 3,001 72,830
Intangible assets 19,841 3,496 1,885 120 - 25,342 20,583 6,920 52,845
Capital expenditure 68,001 7,722 3,707 152 - 79,582 36,172 9,921 125,675
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (57,920) (7,996) (3,354) (128) - (69,398) (29,958) (5,904) (105,260)
5. Segment information (continued)
The following table presents the income statement information regarding the
Group's operating segments for the six months period ended 30 June 2024 and
certain asset and liability information as at 31 December 2024:
Retail Banking SME Corporate Investment Banking Corporate center Eliminations Georgian Financial services Armenian financial services Other businesses Group
Total
Interest Income 721,431 269,335 438,197 118,033 (3,070) 1,543,926 253,162 41,106 1,838,194
Interest expense (290,312) (63,781) (224,725) (107,672) 3,070 (683,420) (87,779) (10,840) (782,039)
Inter-segment interest income/(expense) 27,139 (74,235) 46,842 254 - - - - -
Net interest income 458,258 131,319 260,314 10,615 - 860,506 165,383 30,266 1,056,155
Fee and commission income 285,061 28,566 43,866 4,017 (2,619) 358,891 40,703 23,109 422,703
Settlements operations 254,690 20,496 6,388 2,453 (1,050) 282,977 23,144 19,756 325,877
Currency conversion operations 24,705 759 1,485 - - 26,949 - 1 26,950
Guarantees and letters of credit 294 4,337 22,509 - - 27,140 3,272 327 30,739
Advisory - - 4,726 - - 4,726 9,762 - 14,488
Cash operations 3,846 2,731 2,036 196 (1,561) 7,248 3,084 2,837 13,169
Brokerage service fees 3 241 6,722 - - 6,966 862 - 7,828
Other 1,523 2 - 1,368 (8) 2,885 579 188 3,652
Fee and commission expense (114,151) (10,718) (5,806) (3,032) 2,620 (131,087) (11,666) (21,486) (164,239)
Settlements operations (100,375) (9,850) (312) - 2,606 (107,931) (10,655) (17,721) (136,307)
Currency conversion operations (4,136) (127) (246) - - (4,509) - (1,062) (5,571)
Guarantees and letters of credit (4) (6) (130) - - (140) (29) (2) (171)
Advisory - - (76) - - (76) - (1) (77)
Cash operations (4,256) (519) (2,706) (2,761) 7 (10,235) (432) (2,695) (13,362)
Brokerage service fees (456) (216) (1,895) (271) - (2,838) (329) (5) (3,172)
Other (4,924) - (441) - 7 (5,358) (221) - (5,579)
Net fee and commission income 170,910 17,848 38,060 985 1 227,804 29,037 1,623 258,464
Net foreign currency gain 81,431 20,286 49,729 29,361 - 180,807 38,576 23,043 242,426
Net gains/(losses) on extinguishment of debt - - - - - - - 4 4
Net other gains/(losses) 9,134 2,233 5,838 2,867 (593) 19,479 1,063 15,359 35,901
Operating income 719,733 171,686 353,941 43,828 (592) 1,288,596 234,059 70,295 1,592,950
Operating expenses (239,116) (49,277) (60,768) (11,399) 592 (359,968) (125,097) (40,794) (525,859)
Gain on bargain purchase - - - - - - 685,888 - 685,888
Acquisition related costs - - - - - - (16,423) - (16,423)
Profit from associates - - - 589 - 589 - (113) 476
Operating income before cost of risk 480,617 122,409 293,173 33,018 - 929,217 778,427 29,388 1,737,032
Cost of risk (19,747) (17,094) (10,640) (612) - (48,093) (56,091) (6,711) (110,895)
Profit before income tax 460,870 105,315 282,533 32,406 - 881,124 722,336 22,677 1,626,137
Income tax expense (76,355) (17,554) (46,983) 11,009 - (129,883) (22,409) (5,325) (157,617)
Profit for the year 384,515 87,761 235,550 43,415 - 751,241 699,927 17,352 1,468,520
Assets and liabilities
Total assets 16,200,289 5,771,994 11,077,297 4,333,737 (69,040) 37,314,277 13,370,712 1,522,899 52,207,888
Total liabilities 13,988,963 4,955,018 9,122,546 4,324,960 (69,040) 32,322,447 11,602,275 1,267,939 45,192,661
Other segment information
Property and equipment 36,254 3,587 1,130 - - 40,971 7,636 1,689 50,296
Intangible assets 26,211 6,097 2,985 - - 35,293 2,915 6,257 44,465
Capital expenditure 62,465 9,684 4,115 - - 76,264 10,551 7,946 94,761
-
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment (49,733) (6,470) (2,535) - - (58,738) (14,618) (5,197) (78,553)
6. Cash and cash equivalents
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Cash on hand 1,158,017 1,360,608
Current accounts with credit institutions 1,138,009 1,222,334
Current accounts with central banks, excluding obligatory reserves 1,121,704 874,615
Time deposits with credit institutions with maturities of up to 90 days 605,115 295,874
Cash and cash equivalents, gross 4,022,845 3,753,431
Less - Allowance for expected credit loss (624) (248)
Cash and cash equivalents, net 4,022,221 3,753,183
Of the above cash and cash equivalents as at 30 June 2025, GEL 1,291,228 (31
December 2024: GEL 1,221,114) was placed on current and time deposit accounts
with internationally recognised OECD banks and central banks that are the
counterparties of the Group in performing international settlements. The Group
earned up to 8.10% interest per annum on these deposits (31 December 2024: up
to 4.60%). Management does not expect any losses from non-performance by the
counterparties holding cash and cash equivalents, and there are no material
differences between their book and fair values.
7. Amounts due from credit institutions
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Obligatory reserves with central banks 2,936,057 3,044,526
Receivables from reverse REPO operations 156,993 217,146
Time deposits with maturities of more than 90 days 85,656 1,322
Restricted cash 17,699 17,132
Amounts due from credit institutions, gross 3,196,405 3,280,126
Less - Allowance for expected credit loss (1,799) (1,661)
Amounts due from credit institutions, net 3,194,606 3,278,465
Obligatory reserves with central banks represent amounts deposited with the
NBG, the CBA and National Bank of the Republic of Belarus (the "NBRB"). Credit
institutions are required to maintain cash deposits (obligatory reserve) with
the NBG, CBA and with the NBRB, the amount of which depends on the level of
funds attracted by the credit institution. The Group's ability to withdraw
these deposits is restricted by regulation. The Group earned up to 4.00%
interest on obligatory reserves with NBG and 0.00% interest on obligatory
reserve with CBA and NBRB for the period ended 30 June 2025 and 31 December
2024.
Restricted cash includes amounts placed with payment systems which serve as
guarantee funds for card transaction settlements and are subject to withdrawal
restrictions.
8. Investment securities and investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and securities lending
Investment securities
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Investment securities measured at FVOCI - debt instruments 1 5,418,192 5,993,853
Investment securities designated as at FVOCI - equity investments 26,183 26,948
Investment securities measured at FVOCI 5,444,375 6,020,801
Investment securities measured at FVTPL - debt instruments 2 181,244 184,788
Investment securities measured at FVTPL - equity instruments 17,523 16,740
Investment securities measured at FVTPL 198,767 201,528
Investment securities measured at FV 5,643,142 6,222,329
8. Investment securities and investments securities pledged under sale
and repurchase agreements and securities lending (continued)
Investment securities (Continued)
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Investment securities measured at amortised cost 3 2,302,955 2,748,054
Less: allowance for expected credit losses (1,298) (1,662)
Investment securities measured at amortized cost, net 2,301,657 2,746,392
1 Investment securities measured at FVOCI - debt instruments comprise:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Ministry of Finance of Georgia treasury bonds 3,888,589 3,336,867
Ministry of Finance of Georgia treasury bills 95,652 106,139
US treasury bills 44,227 1,283,392
US treasury bonds 71,808 310,718
Foreign treasury bills 58,205 61,354
Government securities of the Republic of Armenia 30,536 73,223
Government Eurobonds of the Republic of Armenia 22,438 -
Certificates of deposit of central banks - 27,630
Other debt instruments 1.1 1,206,737 794,530
Investment securities measured at FVOCI - debt instruments 5,418,192 5,993,853
1.1 Other debt instruments measured at FVOCI comprise:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development 449,067 316,680
International Finance Corporation 80,982 116,089
Asian Development Bank 268,812 110,989
World bank 50,423 85,363
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank 132,436 61,625
European Investment Bank 132,582 -
Other debt instruments 92,435 103,784
Investment securities measured at FVOCI - Other debt instruments 1,206,737 794,530
2 Investment securities measured at FVTPL - debt instruments comprise:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Government securities of the Republic of Armenia 104,193 114,594
Other debt instruments 77,051 70,194
Investment securities measured at FVTPL - debt instruments 181,244 184,788
3 Investment securities measured at amortised cost - debt instruments
comprise:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Ministry of Finance of Georgia treasury bonds 58,823 65,557
US treasury bonds 210,324 515,240
Government securities of the Republic of Armenia 392,870 553,100
Other debt instruments 3.1 1,640,938 1,614,157
Investment securities measured at amortised cost - debt instruments, gross 2,302,955 2,748,054
Less: allowance for expected credit losses (1,298) (1,662)
Investment securities measured at amortised cost - debt instruments, net 2,301,657 2,746,392
3.1 Other debt instruments measured at amortised cost comprise:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development 1,030,625 1,011,633
Asian Development Bank 299,365 318,713
Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. 180,316 100,267
Tegeta Motors LLC 43,024 43,022
Other debt instruments 87,608 140,522
Investment securities measured at amortised cost - Other debt instruments, 1,640,938 1,614,157
gross
8. Investment securities and investments securities pledged under sale
and repurchase agreements and securities lending (continued)
Investment securities (Continued)
Investment securities pledged were as follows:
Investment securities pledged for short-term loans from central banks 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Georgian Ministry of Finance treasury bonds 1,111,323 1,336,096
Government securities of the Republic of Armenia 667,702 -
Other debt instruments - 541,939
Total 1,779,025 1,878,035
Out of which:
Measured at FVOCI 1,157,422 1,336,096
Measured at FVTPL 63,364 -
Measured at amortised cost 558,239 541,939
Investment securities pledged for MOF 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Georgian Ministry of Finance treasury bonds 853,815 300,256
Other debt instruments 390,476 543,513
Total 1,244,291 843,769
Out of which:
Measured at FVOCI 853,815 300,256
Measured at amortised cost 390,476 543,513
For the period ended 30 June 2025 net gains on derecognition of investment
securities measured at FVOCI comprised GEL 2,226 (2024: GEL 4,541) which is
included in net other income.
As at 30 June 2025, allowance for ECL on investment securities measured at
FVOCI comprised GEL 10,871 (31 December 2024: GEL 11,275).
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and
securities lending
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 380,638 186,670
securities lending measured at FVOCI - debt instruments 4
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 63,364 27,205
securities lending measured at FVTPL - debt instruments 5
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 444,002 213,875
securities lending measured at FV
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 728,601 270,199
securities lending measured at amortised cost 6
Less: allowance for expected credit losses (941) (408)
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 727,660 269,791
securities lending measured at amortised cost - debt instruments, net
4 Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and
securities lending measured at FVOCI - debt instruments comprise:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
US treasury bills 132,272 138,945
US treasury bonds 202,267 -
Government securities of the Republic of Armenia 46,099 47,725
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 380,638 186,670
securities lending measured at FVOCI - debt instruments
8. Investment securities and investments securities pledged under sale
and repurchase agreements and securities lending (continued)
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and
securities lending (Continued)
5 Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and
securities lending measured at FVTPL - debt instruments comprise:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Government securities of the Republic of Armenia 63,364 27,205
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 63,364 27,205
securities lending measured at FVTPL - debt instruments
6 Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and
securities lending measured at amortised cost - debt instruments comprise:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
US treasury bonds 169,422 -
Government securities of the Republic of Armenia 559,179 270,199
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 728,601 270,199
securities lending measured at amortised cost - debt instruments, gross
Less: allowance for expected credit losses (941) (408)
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 727,660 269,791
securities lending measured at amortised cost - debt instruments, net
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Commercial loans 13,313,998 12,112,671
Consumer loans 8,409,807 7,388,490
Residential mortgage loans 7,854,405 7,497,628
Micro and SME loans 6,701,264 6,347,982
Gold - pawn loans 189,600 154,242
Loans to customers at amortised cost, gross 36,469,074 33,501,013
Less - Allowance for expected credit loss (471,128) (430,312)
Loans to customers at amortised cost, net 35,997,946 33,070,701
Finance lease receivables, gross 458,211 428,222
Less - Allowance for expected credit loss (8,077) (10,485)
Finance lease receivables, net 450,134 417,737
Factoring receivables, gross 83,016 70,458
Less - Allowance for expected credit loss (649) (22)
Factoring receivables, net 82,367 70,436
Total loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables 36,530,447 33,558,874
As at 30 June 2025, loans to customers carried at GEL 1,937,109 (31 December
2024: GEL 1,044,929) were pledged for short-term loans from the NBG.
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
(continued)
Expected credit loss
Movements of the gross loans and respective allowance for expected credit loss
/ impairment of loans to customers by stage are provided in the table below,
within which the new financial asset originated or purchased and the assets
repaid during the year include the effects from revolving loans and increase
of exposure to clients, where existing loans have been repaid with new
contracts issued during the year. All new financial assets are originated
either in Stage 1 or POCI category. Utilisation of additional tranches on
existing financial assets are reflected in Stage 2 or Stage 3 if the credit
risk of the borrower has deteriorated since initiation. Currency translation
differences relate to loans issued by the subsidiaries of the Group whose
functional currency is different from the presentation currency of the Group,
while foreign exchange movement relates to foreign currency denominated loans
issued by the Group. Net other changes in gross loan balances includes the
effects of changes in accrued interest. Net other measurement of ECL includes
the effect of changes in ECL due to post-model adjustments, changes in PDs and
other inputs, as well as the effect from ECL attributable to changes in
accrued interest.
Commercial loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 11,630,625 278,071 188,704 15,271 12,112,671
New financial asset originated or purchased 4,338,978 26,342 22,701 18,533 4,406,554
Transfer to Stage 1 25,106 (25,106) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (201,598) 201,598 - - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (68) (28,246) 28,314 - -
Assets repaid (3,161,453) (107,410) (49,300) (14,355) (3,332,518)
Resegmentation 58,703 - - - 58,703
Impact of modifications (140) (222) 264 - (98)
Foreign exchange movement 64,819 2,518 (521) (371) 66,445
Net other changes (34,141) 5,035 (288) (497) (29,891)
Write-offs - - (508) (518) (1,026)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 1,207 11,999 13,206
Unwind of discount - - 3,738 238 3,976
Currency translation differences 14,268 749 958 1 15,976
Balance at 30 June 2025 12,735,099 353,329 195,269 30,301 13,313,998
Individually assessed 3,671,437 - 189,068 27,068 3,887,573
Collectively assessed 9,063,662 353,329 6,201 3,233 9,426,425
Balance at 30 June 2025 12,735,099 353,329 195,269 30,301 13,313,998
Commercial loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 39,982 6,469 105,529 5,754 157,734
New financial asset originated or purchased 15,121 446 2,974 2,243 20,784
Transfer to Stage 1 723 (723) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (2,357) 2,357 - - -
Transfer to Stage 3 - (29) 29 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (636) 1,054 3,820 - 4,238
Assets repaid (6,889) (1,894) (6,543) (13,324) (28,650)
Resegmentation 94 - - - 94
Impact of modifications - 2 123 - 125
Foreign exchange movement 726 273 933 (170) 1,762
Net other measurement of ECL (2,147) (1,929) 3,487 1,383 794
Income statement (releases)/charges 4,635 (443) 4,823 (9,868) (853)
Write-offs - - (508) (518) (1,026)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 1,207 11,999 13,206
Unwind of discount - - 3,738 238 3,976
Currency translation differences 15 (2) (892) - (879)
Balance at 30 June 2025 44,632 6,024 113,897 7,605 172,158
Individually assessed 28,453 - 109,783 6,474 144,710
Collectively assessed 16,179 6,024 4,114 1,131 27,448
Balance at 30 June 2025 44,632 6,024 113,897 7,605 172,158
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Residential mortgage loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 7,253,431 145,686 60,847 37,664 7,497,628
New financial asset originated or purchased 1,096,210 - 192 1,335 1,097,737
Transfer to Stage 1 102,268 (101,927) (341) - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (139,304) 147,978 (8,674) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (2,196) (18,493) 20,689 - -
Assets repaid (713,890) (15,061) (15,183) (4,957) (749,091)
Resegmentation (20) - - - (20)
Impact of modifications 878 (18) 151 (19) 992
Foreign exchange movement 19,200 403 (171) (140) 19,292
Net other changes (2,885) (10,859) 2,401 2,487 (8,856)
Write-offs - - (4,516) (280) (4,796)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 2,392 559 2,951
Unwind of discount - - 264 235 499
Currency translation differences (1,910) 17 (28) (10) (1,931)
Balance at 30 June 2025 7,611,782 147,726 58,023 36,874 7,854,405
Individually assessed 624 - 17,127 5,100 22,851
Collectively assessed 7,611,158 147,726 40,896 31,774 7,831,554
Balance at 30 June 2025 7,611,782 147,726 58,023 36,874 7,854,405
Residential mortgage loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 2,745 1,157 7,865 2,858 14,625
New financial asset originated or purchased 931 - 150 362 1,443
Transfer to Stage 1 623 (576) (47) - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (290) 903 (613) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (14) (554) 568 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (285) (148) 991 - 558
Assets repaid (318) (164) (2,638) (850) (3,970)
Impact of modifications 6 - 73 (1) 78
Foreign exchange movement 2 (5) 25 (7) 15
Net other measurement of ECL 941 939 4,324 (69) 6,135
Income statement (releases)/charges 1,596 395 2,833 (565) 4,259
Write-offs - - (4,516) (280) (4,796)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 2,392 559 2,951
Unwind of discount - - 264 235 499
Currency translation differences (6) - (2) (1) (9)
Balance at 30 June 2025 4,335 1,552 8,836 2,806 17,529
Individually assessed - - 2,236 112 2,348
Collectively assessed 4,335 1,552 6,600 2,694 15,181
Balance at 30 June 2025 4,335 1,552 8,836 2,806 17,529
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Micro and SME loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 5,897,357 196,718 190,321 63,586 6,347,982
New financial asset originated or purchased 1,807,563 751 221 721 1,809,256
Transfer to Stage 1 64,772 (64,525) (247) - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (140,314) 148,640 (8,326) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (6,328) (49,595) 55,923 - -
Assets repaid (1,382,193) (31,391) (28,280) (2,142) (1,444,006)
Resegmentation (58,607) - - - (58,607)
Impact of modifications (34) 384 (488) (2) (140)
Foreign exchange movement 13,665 2,168 (466) (634) 14,733
Net other changes 21,084 248 6,234 1,439 29,005
Write-offs - - (11,452) (735) (12,187)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 7,387 448 7,835
Unwind of discount - - 1,774 (776) 998
Currency translation differences 5,230 471 764 (70) 6,395
Balance at 30 June 2025 6,222,195 203,869 213,365 61,835 6,701,264
Individually assessed 749,114 - 48,695 57,375 855,184
Collectively assessed 5,473,081 203,869 164,670 4,460 5,846,080
Balance at 30 June 2025 6,222,195 203,869 213,365 61,835 6,701,264
Micro and SME loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 19,287 5,374 62,062 12,281 99,004
New financial asset originated or purchased 9,952 4 3 108 10,067
Transfer to Stage 1 1,467 (1,277) (190) - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (1,546) 2,858 (1,312) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (326) (2,490) 2,816 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (667) 801 8,246 - 8,380
Assets repaid (4,469) (883) (12,480) (365) (18,197)
Resegmentation (93) - - - (93)
Impact of modifications 3 29 (134) (1) (103)
Foreign exchange movement 21 12 81 520 634
Net other measurement of ECL 2,020 1,747 16,431 (1,343) 18,855
Income statement (releases)/charges 6,362 801 13,461 (1,081) 19,543
Write-offs - - (11,452) (735) (12,187)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 7,387 448 7,835
Unwind of discount - - 1,774 (776) 998
Currency translation differences (2) (10) 117 4 109
Balance at 30 June 2025 25,647 6,165 73,349 10,141 115,302
Individually assessed 4,547 - 13,519 8,970 27,036
Collectively assessed 21,100 6,165 59,830 1,171 88,266
Balance at 30 June 2025 25,647 6,165 73,349 10,141 115,302
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Consumer loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 6,983,775 261,879 114,878 27,958 7,388,490
New financial asset originated or purchased 3,972,137 12,470 933 2,091 3,987,631
Transfer to Stage 1 162,501 (161,880) (621) - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (363,888) 381,605 (17,717) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (11,749) (70,580) 82,329 - -
Assets repaid (2,867,247) (57,940) (38,193) (5,444) (2,968,824)
Resegmentation (76) - - - (76)
Impact of modifications (759) 223 (2,421) (5) (2,962)
Foreign exchange movement 6,126 570 225 49 6,970
Net other changes 48,335 (63,246) 29,331 2,460 16,880
Write-offs - - (55,004) (268) (55,272)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 19,572 572 20,144
Unwind of discount - - 1,039 (121) 918
Currency translation differences 15,443 75 395 (5) 15,908
Balance at 30 June 2025 7,944,598 303,176 134,746 27,287 8,409,807
Individually assessed 37 - 12,845 1,154 14,036
Collectively assessed 7,944,561 303,176 121,901 26,133 8,395,771
Balance at 30 June 2025 7,944,598 303,176 134,746 27,287 8,409,807
Consumer loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 65,545 26,356 61,770 4,264 157,935
New financial asset originated or purchased 46,993 1,424 337 291 49,045
Transfer to Stage 1 12,895 (12,568) (327) - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (17,616) 26,482 (8,866) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (590) (10,481) 11,071 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (6,550) 6,213 26,242 - 25,905
Assets repaid (36,130) (12,379) (33,246) (1,719) (83,474)
Resegmentation (1) - - - (1)
Impact of modifications (151) 1 (894) (11) (1,055)
Foreign exchange movement 27 17 166 (10) 200
Net other measurement of ECL (4,100) 1,697 51,741 1,133 50,471
Income statement (releases)/charges (5,223) 406 46,224 (316) 41,091
Write-offs - - (55,004) (268) (55,272)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 19,572 572 20,144
Unwind of discount - - 1,039 (121) 918
Currency translation differences 80 23 213 (2) 314
Balance at 30 June 2025 60,402 26,785 73,814 4,129 165,130
Individually assessed - - 3,795 40 3,835
Collectively assessed 60,402 26,785 70,019 4,089 161,295
Balance at 30 June 2025 60,402 26,785 73,814 4,129 165,130
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Gold - pawn loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 145,866 5,649 2,727 - 154,242
New financial asset originated or purchased 181,095 - 1,376 - 182,471
Transfer to Stage 1 3,765 (3,765) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (10,328) 10,966 (638) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (361) (830) 1,191 - -
Assets repaid (140,577) (5,370) (1,525) - (147,472)
Foreign exchange movement (2) - - - (2)
Net other changes 267 30 68 - 365
Write-offs - - (3) - (3)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - (1) - (1)
Balance at 30 June 2025 179,725 6,680 3,195 - 189,600
Collectively assessed 179,725 6,680 3,195 - 189,600
Balance at 30 June 2025 179,725 6,680 3,195 - 189,600
Gold - pawn loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 13 5 996 - 1,014
New financial asset originated or purchased 1 - 58 - 59
Transfer to Stage 1 1 (1) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (1) 17 (16) - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (1) (15) 17 - 1
Assets repaid (3) (1) (45) - (49)
Net other measurement of ECL (7) (3) (2) - (12)
Income statement (releases)/charges (10) (3) 12 - (1)
Write-offs - - (3) - (3)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - (1) - (1)
Balance at 30 June 2025 3 2 1,004 - 1,009
Collectively assessed 3 2 1,004 - 1,009
Balance at 30 June 2025 3 2 1,004 - 1,009
Finance lease receivables, gross
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 400,515 956 9,300 17,451 428,222
New financial asset originated or purchased 148,632 - - 2,281 150,913
Transfer to Stage 1 267 (267) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (1,723) 1,752 (29) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (315) (1,107) 1,422 - -
Assets repaid (95,606) (332) (700) (4,389) (101,027)
Impact of modifications 69 - - - 69
Foreign exchange movement (2,907) (107) (411) (174) (3,599)
Net other changes (17,417) 17 599 566 (16,235)
Write-offs - - (3,022) (100) (3,122)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 85 - 85
Unwind of discount - - 139 (113) 26
Currency translation differences 2,766 52 61 - 2,879
Balance at 30 June 2025 434,281 964 7,444 15,522 458,211
Individually assessed 138,299 - 2,738 270 141,307
Collectively assessed 295,982 964 4,706 15,252 316,904
Balance at 30 June 2025 434,281 964 7,444 15,522 458,211
Finance lease receivables, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 1,064 177 7,512 1,732 10,485
New financial asset originated or purchased 700 - - - 700
Transfer to Stage 1 29 (29) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (12) 27 (15) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (104) (513) 617 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (28) 102 126 - 200
Assets repaid (510) (17) (411) (755) (1,693)
Foreign exchange movement (6) 1 (11) - (16)
Net other measurement of ECL 673 257 (90) 596 1,436
Income statement (releases)/charges 742 (172) 216 (159) 627
Write-offs - - (595) (100) (695)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - (2,367) - (2,367)
Unwind of discount - - 139 (113) 26
Currency translation differences (3) (1) 5 - 1
Balance at 30 June 2025 1,803 4 4,910 1,360 8,077
Individually assessed 824 - 226 11 1,061
Collectively assessed 979 4 4,684 1,349 7,016
Balance at 30 June 2025 1,803 4 4,910 1,360 8,077
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Commercial loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 6,325,257 515,789 101,365 23,575 6,965,986
New financial asset originated or purchased 3,689,859 29,811 430 3,283 3,723,383
Transfer to Stage 1 36,621 (36,621) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (126,749) 126,749 - - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (8,013) (27,829) 35,842 - -
Assets repaid (2,624,316) (142,384) (22,630) (2,093) (2,791,423)
Resegmentation 34,101 - - - 34,101
Impact of modifications (187) (727) (159) (22) (1,095)
Business combination 2,371,851 - - 16,140 2,387,991
Foreign exchange movement 150,778 11,781 1,343 1,105 165,007
Day 2' expected credit loss on business combination - - - - -
Net other changes 19,177 1,519 139 514 21,349
Write-offs - - (3,289) (1,356) (4,645)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 487 36 523
Unwind of discount - - 2,346 1,609 3,955
Currency translation differences 167,929 1,451 1,427 916 171,723
Balance at 30 June 2024 10,036,308 479,539 117,301 43,707 10,676,855
Individually assessed 2,453,623 - 106,419 41,992 2,602,034
Collectively assessed 7,582,685 479,539 10,882 1,715 8,074,821
Balance at 30 June 2024 10,036,308 479,539 117,301 43,707 10,676,855
Commercial loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 14,100 33,191 44,129 8,938 100,358
New financial asset originated or purchased 13,670 402 239 2,061 16,372
Transfer to Stage 1 556 (556) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (2,151) 2,151 - - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (1,003) (3,600) 4,603 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (109) 1,726 7,591 - 9,208
Assets repaid (7,992) (4,218) (3,561) (104) (15,875)
Resegmentation 198 - - - 198
Impact of modifications (1) 6 66 (10) 61
Foreign exchange movement 150 744 823 586 2,303
Day 2' expected credit loss on business combination 22,867 - - - 22,867
Net other measurement of ECL (7,785) 2,821 (2,449) (6,389) (13,802)
Income statement (releases)/charges 18,400 (524) 7,312 (3,856) 21,332
Write-offs - - (3,289) (1,356) (4,645)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 487 36 523
Unwind of discount - - 2,346 1,609 3,955
Currency translation differences 645 69 505 (158) 1,061
Balance at 30 June 2024 33,145 32,736 51,490 5,213 122,584
Individually assessed 15,190 - 46,783 5,213 67,186
Collectively assessed 17,955 32,736 4,707 - 55,398
Balance at 30 June 2024 33,145 32,736 51,490 5,213 122,584
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Residential mortgage loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 4,300,338 174,052 50,946 32,189 4,557,525
New financial asset originated or purchased 955,341 - - 9,420 964,761
Transfer to Stage 1 142,385 (142,385) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (124,298) 133,342 (9,044) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (9,385) (13,403) 22,788 - -
Assets repaid (637,175) (20,894) (16,317) (5,138) (679,524)
Impact of modifications 449 (35) (174) 11 251
Business combination 1,639,127 - - 7,144 1,646,271
Foreign exchange movement 42,605 982 447 634 44,668
Net other changes (8,708) (1,423) 1,642 224 (8,265)
Write-offs - - (3,129) (2,104) (5,233)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 183 1,823 2,006
Unwind of discount - - (18) 79 61
Currency translation differences 102,899 95 66 403 103,463
Balance at 30 June 2024 6,403,578 130,331 47,390 44,685 6,625,984
Individually assessed - - 1,800 8,872 10,672
Collectively assessed 6,403,578 130,331 45,590 35,813 6,615,312
Balance at 30 June 2024 6,403,578 130,331 47,390 44,685 6,625,984
Residential mortgage loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 3,972 2,036 11,867 4,875 22,750
New financial asset originated or purchased 2,253 - - 1,511 3,764
Transfer to Stage 1 1,369 (1,369) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (681) 2,509 (1,828) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (1,562) (227) 1,789 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (334) (1,548) 1,426 - (456)
Assets repaid (393) (278) (2,883) (1,878) (5,432)
Impact of modifications 3 1 81 126 211
Foreign exchange movement 13 2 52 83 150
Day 2' expected credit loss on business combination 872 - - - 872
Net other measurement of ECL (1,237) 411 2,969 1,430 3,573
Income statement (releases)/charges 303 (499) 1,606 1,272 2,682
Write-offs - - (3,129) (2,104) (5,233)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 183 1,823 2,006
Unwind of discount - - (18) 79 61
Currency translation differences 28 4 20 (2) 50
Balance at 30 June 2024 4,303 1,541 10,529 5,943 22,316
Individually assessed - - 367 315 682
Collectively assessed 4,303 1,541 10,162 5,628 21,634
Balance at 30 June 2024 4,303 1,541 10,529 5,943 22,316
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Micro and SME loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 3,709,870 191,530 168,425 3,197 4,073,022
New financial asset originated or purchased 1,713,061 100 418 890 1,714,469
Transfer to Stage 1 71,265 (71,265) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (130,373) 140,871 (10,498) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (20,161) (49,743) 69,904 - -
Assets repaid (1,286,206) (32,918) (35,073) (568) (1,354,765)
Resegmentation (34,169) - 63 - (34,106)
Impact of modifications 44 85 (587) (5) (463)
Business combination 1,476,893 - - 50,215 1,527,108
Foreign exchange movement 53,595 2,285 2,049 50 57,979
Net other changes 34,918 792 5,324 182 41,216
Write-offs - - (12,575) (2,494) (15,069)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 4,230 1,304 5,534
Unwind of discount - - 1,544 413 1,957
Currency translation differences 94,830 453 842 2,973 99,098
Balance at 30 June 2024 5,683,567 182,190 194,066 56,157 6,115,980
Individually assessed 523,438 - 46,847 51,880 622,165
Collectively assessed 5,160,129 182,190 147,219 4,277 5,493,815
Balance at 30 June 2024 5,683,567 182,190 194,066 56,157 6,115,980
Micro and SME loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 11,004 5,538 54,286 833 71,661
New financial asset originated or purchased 8,780 - 26 57 8,863
Transfer to Stage 1 2,279 (2,279) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (3,874) 5,834 (1,960) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (8,359) (2,788) 11,147 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (227) (1,731) 10,730 - 8,772
Assets repaid (3,870) (1,000) (12,083) (168) (17,121)
Resegmentation (198) - - - (198)
Impact of modifications 2 - (248) (3) (249)
Foreign exchange movement 79 18 589 6 692
Day 2' expected credit loss on business combination 14,006 - - - 14,006
Net other measurement of ECL 6,712 3,306 14,663 2,760 27,441
Income statement (releases)/charges 15,330 1,360 22,864 2,652 42,206
Write-offs - - (12,575) (2,494) (15,069)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 4,230 1,304 5,534
Unwind of discount - - 1,544 413 1,957
Currency translation differences 453 76 415 54 998
Balance at 30 June 2024 26,787 6,974 70,764 2,762 107,287
Individually assessed 3,800 - 21,007 1,889 26,696
Collectively assessed 22,987 6,974 49,757 873 80,591
Balance at 30 June 2024 26,787 6,974 70,764 2,762 107,287
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Consumer loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 4,325,759 234,229 111,469 28,512 4,699,969
New financial asset originated or purchased 3,074,950 2,715 292 4,401 3,082,358
Transfer to Stage 1 165,225 (165,164) (61) - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (236,932) 260,655 (23,723) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (20,590) (39,956) 60,546 - -
Assets repaid (2,231,322) (54,820) (31,366) (5,721) (2,323,229)
Resegmentation - - 94 - 94
Impact of modifications (297) (6) (2,831) (253) (3,387)
Business combination 885,372 - - 3,576 888,948
Foreign exchange movement 18,603 472 292 113 19,480
Net other changes 9,200 (1,630) 8,122 (2,102) 13,590
Write-offs - - (37,275) (1,941) (39,216)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 15,046 3,355 18,401
Unwind of discount - - 1,151 492 1,643
Currency translation differences 62,655 207 262 183 63,307
Balance at 30 June 2024 6,052,623 236,702 102,018 30,615 6,421,958
Individually assessed - - 4,763 1,540 6,303
Collectively assessed 6,052,623 236,702 97,255 29,075 6,415,655
Balance at 30 June 2024 6,052,623 236,702 102,018 30,615 6,421,958
Consumer loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 41,947 18,044 63,888 7,754 131,633
New financial asset originated or purchased 63,785 260 75 1,537 65,657
Transfer to Stage 1 9,647 (9,616) (31) - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (15,731) 30,607 (14,876) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (16,748) (8,188) 24,936 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (1,043) (11,155) 11,277 - (921)
Assets repaid (24,720) (4,491) (22,046) (2,410) (53,667)
Impact of modifications (205) (2) (1,349) (47) (1,603)
Foreign exchange movement 21 8 108 11 148
Day 2' expected credit loss on business combination 9,278 - - - 9,278
Net other measurement of ECL (10,810) 6,851 18,080 (2,195) 11,926
Income statement (releases)/charges 13,474 4,274 16,174 (3,104) 30,818
Write-offs - - (37,275) (1,941) (39,216)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 15,046 3,355 18,401
Unwind of discount - - 1,151 492 1,643
Currency translation differences 321 67 164 (1) 551
Balance at 30 June 2024 55,742 22,385 59,148 6,555 143,830
Individually assessed - - 2,349 (73) 2,276
Collectively assessed 55,742 22,385 56,799 6,628 141,554
Balance at 30 June 2024 55,742 22,385 59,148 6,555 143,830
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
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Expected credit loss (continued)
Gold - pawn loans at amortised cost, gross:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 137,416 8,696 4,116 - 150,228
New financial asset originated or purchased 78,243 - 169 - 78,412
Transfer to Stage 1 5,145 (5,145) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (6,206) 6,973 (767) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (1,442) (695) 2,137 - -
Assets repaid (73,909) (3,615) (2,529) - (80,053)
Resegmentation 68 - (157) - (89)
Foreign exchange movement 4 - - - 4
Net other changes (62) (31) 166 - 73
Write-offs - - (32) - (32)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 6 - 6
Balance at 30 June 2024 139,257 6,183 3,109 - 148,549
Collectively assessed 139,257 6,183 3,109 - 148,549
Balance at 30 June 2024 139,257 6,183 3,109 - 148,549
Gold - pawn loans at amortised cost, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 44 24 1,322 - 1,390
Transfer to Stage 1 10 (10) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (4) 49 (45) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 - (1) 1 - -
Assets repaid (12) (6) (194) - (212)
Net other measurement of ECL (13) (45) 79 - 21
Income statement (releases)/charges (19) (13) (159) - (191)
Write-offs - - (32) - (32)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 6 - 6
Balance at 30 June 2024 25 11 1,137 - 1,173
Collectively assessed 25 11 1,137 - 1,173
Balance at 30 June 2024 25 11 1,137 - 1,173
Concentration of loans to customers
As at 30 June 2025, the concentration of loans granted by the Group to the ten
largest third-party borrowers comprised GEL 1,883,590 accounting for 5% of the
gross loan portfolio of the Group (31 December 2024: GEL 1,851,375 and 6%
respectively). An allowance of GEL 8,077 (31 December 2024: GEL 6,803) was
established against these loans.
As at 30 June 2025, the concentration of loans granted by the Group to the ten
largest third-party group of borrowers (borrower and its related parties)
comprised GEL 3,204,653 accounting for 9% of the gross loan portfolio of the
Group (31 December 2024: GEL 3,175,091 and 9% respectively). An allowance of
GEL 13,804 (31 December 2024: GEL 8,011) was established against these loans.
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
(continued)
Concentration of loans to customers (continued)
As at 30 June 2025 and 31 December 2024 loans were principally issued within
Georgia and Armenia, and their distribution by industry sector was as follows:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Individuals 18,795,752 17,190,045
Trade 3,162,947 2,815,943
Real estate 3,140,684 2,837,810
Agriculture 2,103,159 1,928,428
Construction 1,782,096 1,618,537
Manufacturing 1,382,042 1,441,527
Electricity, gas and water supply 1,203,226 1,145,468
Hospitality 1,074,094 991,169
Service 765,152 727,835
Financial intermediation 653,947 587,106
Transport and communication 529,115 543,485
Mining and quarrying 524,886 552,872
Other 1,351,974 1,120,788
Loans to customers, gross 36,469,074 33,501,013
Less - Allowance for expected credit loss (471,128) (430,312)
Loans to customers, net 35,997,946 33,070,701
As at 30 June 2025 the amount of loans to customers for which no ECL has been
recognised due to the existence of high-quality collateral was GEL 572,430 (31
December 2024: GEL 553,177).
Finance lease receivables
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Minimum lease payments receivable 599,865 561,788
Less - Unearned finance lease income (141,654) (133,566)
458,211 428,222
Less - Allowance for expected credit loss / impairment loss (8,077) (10,485)
Finance lease receivables, net 450,134 417,737
The difference between the minimum lease payments to be received in the future
and gross value of the finance lease receivables represents unearned finance
income.
Future minimum lease payments to be received after 30 June 2025 and 31
December 2024 are as follows:
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Within 1 year 222,859 195,319
From 1 to 2 years 123,893 122,348
From 2 to 3 years 94,957 88,789
From 3 to 4 years 46,220 48,084
From 4 to 5 years 33,612 29,743
More than 5 years 78,324 77,505
Minimum lease payment receivables 599,865 561,788
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
(continued)
Finance lease receivables (continued)
Movements of the gross finance lease receivables and respective allowance for
expected credit loss/impairment of finance lease receivables are as follows:
Finance lease receivables, gross
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 400,515 956 9,300 17,451 428,222
New financial asset originated or purchased 148,632 - - 2,281 150,913
Transfer to Stage 1 267 (267) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (1,723) 1,752 (29) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (315) (1,107) 1,422 - -
Assets repaid (95,606) (332) (700) (4,389) (101,027)
Impact of modifications 69 - - - 69
Foreign exchange movement (2,907) (107) (411) (174) (3,599)
Net other changes (17,417) 17 599 566 (16,235)
Write-offs - - (3,022) (100) (3,122)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 85 - 85
Unwind of discount - - 139 (113) 26
Currency translation differences 2,766 52 61 - 2,879
Balance at 30 June 2025 434,281 964 7,444 15,522 458,211
Individually assessed 138,299 - 2,738 270 141,307
Collectively assessed 295,982 964 4,706 15,252 316,904
Balance at 30 June 2025 434,281 964 7,444 15,522 458,211
Finance lease receivables, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 1,064 177 7,512 1,732 10,485
New financial asset originated or purchased 700 - - - 700
Transfer to Stage 1 29 (29) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (12) 27 (15) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (104) (513) 617 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year (28) 102 126 - 200
Assets repaid (510) (17) (411) (755) (1,693)
Foreign exchange movement (6) 1 (11) - (16)
Net other measurement of ECL 673 257 (90) 596 1,436
Income statement (releases)/charges 742 (172) 216 (159) 627
Write-offs - - (595) (100) (695)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - (2,367) - (2,367)
Unwind of discount - - 139 (113) 26
Currency translation differences (3) (1) 5 - 1
Balance at 30 June 2025 1,803 4 4,910 1,360 8,077
Individually assessed 824 - 226 11 1,061
Collectively assessed 979 4 4,684 1,349 7,016
Balance at 30 June 2025 1,803 4 4,910 1,360 8,077
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
(continued)
Finance lease receivables (continued)
Finance lease receivables, gross
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 33,899 5,048 12,063 19,081 70,091
New financial asset originated or purchased 67,784 - - 2,729 70,513
Transfer to Stage 1 1,366 (1,366) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (1,977) 2,083 (106) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (2,127) (3,221) 5,348 - -
Assets repaid (52,845) (1,739) (3,164) (4,503) (62,251)
Impact of modifications (18) - - - (18)
Business combination 298,683 - - 273 298,956
Foreign exchange movement (2,359) (23) (105) (8) (2,495)
Net other changes 1,075 100 153 75 1,403
Write-offs - - (1,655) 281 (1,374)
Recoveries of amounts previously written off - - 59 - 59
Unwind of discount - - 11 (94) (83)
Currency translation differences 19,838 78 415 17 20,348
Balance at 30 June 2024 363,319 960 13,019 17,851 395,149
Individually assessed 114,958 - 3,059 315 118,332
Collectively assessed 248,361 960 9,960 17,536 276,817
Balance at 30 June 2024 363,319 960 13,019 17,851 395,149
Finance lease receivables, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 1,169 484 5,707 3,848 11,208
New financial asset originated or purchased 529 - - - 529
Transfer to Stage 1 45 (45) - - -
Transfer to Stage 2 (27) 30 (3) - -
Transfer to Stage 3 - (493) 493 - -
Impact on ECL of exposures transferred between stages during the year 1,931 51 222 80 2,284
Assets repaid (330) (105) (1,132) (1,816) (3,383)
Foreign exchange movement - - - 2 2
Day 2' expected credit loss on business combination 2,134 - - - 2,134
Net other measurement of ECL (2,324) 84 1,137 1,249 146
Income statement (releases)/charges 1,958 (478) 717 (485) 1,712
Write-offs - - - 281 281
Recoveries of amounts previously written off (851) - 59 - (792)
Unwind of discount - - 11 (94) (83)
Currency translation differences 84 4 19 (1) 106
Balance at 30 June 2024 2,360 10 6,513 3,549 12,432
Individually assessed 401 - 785 20 1,206
Collectively assessed 1,959 10 5,728 3,529 11,226
Balance at 30 June 2024 2,360 10 6,513 3,549 12,432
Factoring receivables
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Factoring receivables, gross 83,016 70,458
Less - Allowance for expected credit loss (649) (22)
Factoring receivables, net 82,367 70,436
9. Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables
(continued)
Factoring receivables (continued)
Factoring receivables, gross
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 70,344 82 32 - 70,458
New financial asset originated or purchased 93,228 - - - 93,228
Transfer to Stage 2 (279) 279 - - -
Assets repaid (81,752) (84) (33) - (81,869)
Net other changes 1,150 - - - 1,150
Currency translation differences 47 1 1 - 49
Balance at 30 June 2025 82,738 278 - - 83,016
Collectively assessed 82,738 278 - - 83,016
Balance at 30 June 2025 82,738 278 - - 83,016
Factoring receivables, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 31 December 2024 22 - - - 22
New financial asset originated or purchased 852 - - - 852
Assets repaid (730) - - - (730)
Foreign exchange movement - 1 - - 1
Net other measurement of ECL 444 63 - - 507
Income statement (releases)/charges 566 64 - - 630
Currency translation differences (3) - - - (3)
Balance at 30 June 2025 585 64 - - 649
Collectively assessed 585 64 - - 649
Balance at 30 June 2025 585 64 - - 649
Factoring receivables, gross
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 54,749 180 98 - 55,027
New financial asset originated or purchased 46,607 - - - 46,607
Transfer to Stage 2 (1,923) 1,923 - - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (204) (146) 350 - -
Assets repaid (86,954) (539) (234) - (87,727)
Business combination 83,780 - - - 83,780
Foreign exchange movement 545 - - - 545
Net other changes 4,632 - 1 - 4,633
Currency translation differences 4,069 8 9 - 4,086
Balance at 30 June 2024 105,301 1,426 224 - 106,951
Individually assessed - - 224 - 224
Collectively assessed 105,301 1,426 - - 106,727
Balance at 30 June 2024 105,301 1,426 224 - 106,951
Factoring receivables, ECL:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI Total
Balance at 1 January 2024 28 1 98 - 127
New financial asset originated or purchased 261 - - - 261
Transfer to Stage 2 (32) 32 - - -
Transfer to Stage 3 (204) - 204 - -
Assets repaid (144) (1) (208) - (353)
Business combination 130 - - - 130
Net other measurement of ECL 62 (1) - - 61
Income statement (releases)/charges (57) 30 (4) - (31)
Currency translation differences 7 - 5 - 12
Balance at 30 June 2024 108 31 99 - 238
Individually assessed - - 99 - 99
Collectively assessed 108 31 - - 139
Balance at 30 June 2024 108 31 99 - 238
10. Taxation
The corporate income tax expense in income statement comprises:
For the six months ended
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Current income benefit/(expense) (162,380) (135,964)
Deferred income tax benefit/(expense) (30,433) (21,653)
Income tax expense (192,813) (157,617)
Net losses on investment securities (198) -
Income tax expense in other comprehensive income (198) -
The income tax rate applicable to most of the Group's income is the income tax
rate applicable to subsidiaries' income, which ranges from 15% to 25% (30 June
2024: from 15% to 25%). No tax implications from bargain gain were recognized
from acquisition of subsidiary.
As at 30 June 2025 and 31 December 2024 income tax assets and liabilities
consist of the following:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Current income tax assets 2,056 47,794
Deferred income tax assets 197 320
Income tax assets 2,253 48,114
Current income tax liabilities 64,575 67,342
Deferred income tax liabilities 52,000 21,089
Income tax liabilities 116,575 88,431
11. Other assets, prepayments and other liabilities
Other assets comprise:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Receivables from remittance operations 169,619 152,188
Other receivables 106,973 43,794
Inventories 28,844 26,876
Derivatives margin 27,926 11,199
Investments in associates 10,903 11,245
Operating tax assets 10,262 5,094
Derivative financial assets 5,891 25,000
Assets purchased for finance lease purposes 1,301 1,441
Precious metals - 222
Other 29,607 52,758
Other assets, gross 391,326 329,817
Less - Allowance for impairment of other assets (19,390) (15,197)
Other assets, net 371,936 314,620
Other receivables mainly include receivables from settlement operations,
operating lease receivables and receivables from guarantees and letters of
credit.
11. Other assets, prepayments and other liabilities (continued)
Other liabilities comprise:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Dividends payable 247,398 5,165
Redemption liability for put option (Note 3) 92,621 91,927
Payables for remittance operations 79,212 84,446
Creditors 53,762 52,378
Transfers in transit 52,200 31,991
Other taxes payable 34,590 32,501
Derivative financial liabilities 23,101 9,083
Provisions 7,924 5,996
Advances received 6,482 4,578
Accounts payable 3,759 5,725
Derivatives margin 272 422
Other 38,409 29,590
Other liabilities 639,730 353,802
The table below shows the fair values of derivative financial instruments,
recorded as assets or liabilities, together with their notional amounts. The
notional amount, recorded gross, is the amount of a derivative's underlying
asset or liability, reference rate or index and is the basis upon which
changes in the value of derivatives are measured. The notional amounts
indicate the volume of transactions outstanding at the year-end and are not
indicative of the credit risk.
As at 30 June 2025 (unaudited) As at 31 December 2024
Notional amount Fair value Notional amount Fair value
Asset Liability Asset Liability
Foreign exchange contracts
Forwards and swaps - domestic 1,035,747 3,658 1,925 942,183 1,170 6,649
Forwards and swaps - foreign 3,875,461 2,104 21,176 4,120,612 23,830 2,434
Interest rate contracts
Forwards and swaps - foreign (IR) 13,500 129 - - - -
Total derivative assets / liabilities 4,924,708 5,891 23,101 5,062,795 25,000 9,083
For the period ended 30 June 2025 GEL 54,491 was recognised as net foreign
currency loss from derivative financial instruments (2024: GEL 66,097 gain).
Prepayments comprise:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Prepayments to finance lease suppliers 32,923 36,012
Prepayments for non-current assets 32,438 23,289
Other prepayments 38,398 29,649
Prepayments 103,759 88,950
12. Client deposits and notes
The amounts due to customers include the following:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Current accounts 18,653,120 18,778,650
Time deposits 16,136,616 14,423,360
Client deposits and notes 34,789,736 33,202,010
Held as security against letters of credit and guarantees (Note 16) 223,507 290,692
At 30 June 2025, amounts due to customers of GEL 4,317,138 (12%) were due to
the ten largest customers (31 December 2024: GEL 3,619,228 (11%)).
Amounts due to customers include accounts with the following types of
customers:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Individuals 20,091,841 18,857,874
Private enterprises 12,881,647 12,881,843
State and state-owned entities 1,816,248 1,462,293
Client deposits and notes 34,789,736 33,202,010
The breakdown of customer accounts by industry sector is as follows:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Individuals 20,091,841 18,857,874
Financial intermediation 2,763,389 2,496,389
Trade 2,216,015 2,098,291
Construction 1,924,763 2,241,261
Government services 1,635,145 1,271,027
Transport and communication 1,221,883 1,139,254
Service 878,038 982,174
Manufacturing 695,163 652,652
Electricity, gas and water supply 486,435 576,555
Real estate 462,865 437,257
Mining and quarrying 367,959 243,755
Health and social work 333,144 256,257
Agriculture 245,678 232,894
Hospitality 186,514 122,682
Other 1,280,904 1,593,688
Client deposits and notes 34,789,736 33,202,010
13. Amounts owed to credit institutions
Amounts due to credit institutions comprise:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Borrowings from international credit institutions 3,309,433 3,446,611
Short-term loans from central banks 2,694,979 2,700,162
Payables under REPO Operations 1,140,106 319,212
Time deposits and inter-bank loans 835,454 715,178
Correspondent accounts 350,332 621,182
Other borrowings 8,168 -
8,338,472 7,802,345
Non-convertible subordinated debt 451,476 736,455
Additional Tier 1 137,170 141,433
Amounts due to credit institutions 8,927,118 8,680,233
During the period ended 30 June 2025, the Group paid up to 11.27% and 10.84%
on USD and EUR, respectively, borrowings from international credit
institutions (31 December 2024: up to 13.76% and 11.12%). During the period
ended 30 June 2025, the Group paid up to 11.23% and 8.52% on USD and EUR,
respectively, subordinated debt (31 December 2024: up to 12.25% and 9.22%).
Some long-term borrowings from international credit institutions are received
upon certain conditions (the "Lender Covenants") that the Group maintains
different limits for capital adequacy, liquidity, currency positions, credit
exposures, leverage and others. At 30 June 2025 and 31 December 2024, the
Group complied with all the Lender Covenants of the significant borrowings
from international credit institutions.
14. Debt securities issued
Debt securities issued comprise:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Local bonds 1,049,995
1,048,876
Additional Tier 1 capital notes issued 825,478
850,397
Certificates of deposit 227,518
91,814
Tier 2 notes issued 208,548
140,620
Bonds issued to international financial institutions to finance green projects 134,113
123,309
Debt securities issued 2,445,652
2,255,016
As at 30 June 2025 carrying value of the Group's local bonds denominated in
AMD, BYR, USD and EUR were GEL 25,955 399,991, GEL 10,120, GEL 613,929
and GEL 25,955 respectively. The Group's bonds are listed on the Armenia
Securities Exchange and the Belarusian Currency and Stock Exchange.
Changes in liabilities arising from financing activities
Additional Tier 1 capital notes issued Tier 2 notes issued
Carrying amount at 31 December 2023 267,112
83,158
Repayment of the principal portion of the debt securities issued (283,570)
-
Proceeds from Additional Tier 1 notes 800,970
-
Proceeds from Tier 2 notes issued
- 26,876
Foreign exchange movements 42,004
4,946
Other movements 24,016
616
Carrying amount at 30 June 2024 (unaudited) 850,532
115,596
Carrying amount at 31 December 2024 850,397
140,620
Repayment of the principal portion of the debt securities issued
- -
Proceeds from Tier 2 notes issued
- 63,751
Foreign exchange movements (25,526)
(3,371)
Other movements 607
7,548
Carrying amount at 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 825,478
208,548
14. Debt securities issued (continued)
Changes in liabilities arising from financing activities (continued)
Local bonds Bonds issued to international financial institutions to finance green
projects
Carrying amount at 31 December 2024 1,048,876
123,309
Repayment of the principal portion of the debt securities issued (176,465)
-
Proceeds from local bonds issued 195,571
-
Foreign exchange movements (18,598)
10,832
Other movements 611
(28)
Carrying amount at 30 June 2025 (unaudited) 1,049,995
134,113
In April 2024 JSC Bank of Georgia issued USD 300 million (GEL 800,970) 9.5%
perpetual subordinated callable additional tier 1 notes.
In June 2024 JSC Bank of Georgia fully repaid USD 100 million (GEL 283,570)
additional tier 1 notes issued in 2019.
15. Accruals and deferred income
Accruals and deferred income comprise:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Accruals for employee compensation 167,369 271,184
Deferred income 78,940 65,021
Other accruals 3,259 2,529
Total accruals and deffered income 249,568 338,734
16. Commitments and contingencies
Legal
Sai-invest
As at 30 June 2025, JSC Bank of Georgia was engaged in litigation with
Sai-Invest LLC ("Sai-Invest") in relation to a deposit pledge in the amount of
EUR 7,000 for the benefit of LTD Sport Invest's loans owing to JSC Bank of
Georgia. Sai-Invest LLC has challenged the validity of the deposit pledge in
the Georgian courts, and its challenge has been substantially sustained in the
Court of Appeal, a determination which JSC Bank of Georgia believes to be
erroneous and without merit, and which it has appealed to the Supreme Court.
The matter is currently under review by the Supreme Court, and the timeline as
to when the judgment is to be expected is not available. JSC Bank of Georgia's
management is of the opinion that the probability of incurring material losses
on this claim is low, and, accordingly, no provision has been made in these
consolidated financial statements.
16. Commitments and contingencies (continued)
Financial commitments and contingencies
As at 30 June 2025 and 31 December 2024, the Group's financial commitments and
contingencies comprised the following:
As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Credit-related commitments
Financial and performance guarantees issued* 2,801,436 2,605,426
Undrawn loan facilities 1,169,538 1,393,229
Letters of credit 83,771
87,748
4,058,722 4,082,426
Less - Cash held as security against letters of credit and guarantees (Note (223,507) (290,692)
12)
Less - Provisions (5,996)
(7,924)
Capital expenditure commitments 15,232
12,602
Total commitments 3,839,893 3,800,970
* Out of total guarantees issued as at 30 June 2025 financial and performance
guarantees of the Group comprised GEL 1,397,658 (31 December 2024: GEL
1,269,368) and GEL 1,403,778 (31 December 2023: GEL 1,336,058), respectively.
The Group discloses its undrawn loan facility balances based on the
contractual terms.
17. Equity
Share capital
As at 30 June 2025 issued share capital comprised 43,911,526 (31 December
2024: 44,498,147) common shares of Lion Finance Group PLC, all of which were
fully paid. Each share has a nominal value of one (1) British penny. Shares
issued and outstanding as at 30 June 2025 and 30 June 2024 are described
below:
Number of ordinary shares Amount of share capital
31 December 2023 45,766,293
1,506
Buyback and cancellation of own shares (781,347)
(25)
30 June 2024 44,984,946
1,481
31 December 2024 44,498,147
1,464
Buyback and cancellation of own shares (586,621)
(19)
30 June 2025 43,911,526
1,445
On 25 February 2025, the Group's Board of Directors approved a GEL 107,700
extension to its buyback and cancellation programme.
On 15 March 2024, the Group's Board of Directors approved a GEL 100,000
extension of the share buyback and cancellation programme which was completed
in July 2024.
On 22 August 2024, the Group's Board of Directors approved a GEL 73,400 share
buyback and cancellation programme.
Treasury shares
Treasury shares are held solely for the purpose of the Group's share buyback
and cancellation programme.
The number of treasury shares held by the Group as at 30 June 2025, comprised
827,573 (31 December 2024: 1,562,586), with nominal amount of GEL 28 (31
December 2024: GEL 51).
17. Equity (continued)
Dividends
Shareholders are entitled to dividends in Pounds Sterling.
On 16 June 2025, the shareholders of Lion Finance Group PLC approved a final
dividend for 2024 of Georgian Lari 5.62 per share. The currency conversion
period was set to be for the period 30 June to 4 July 2025, with the official
GEL:GBP exchange rate of 3.7322, resulting in a GBP-denominated final dividend
of 1.51 per share. Payment of the total GEL 255,331 final dividends was
received by shareholders on 18 July 2025.
On 21 August 2024, the Board of Directors of Lion Finance Group PLC declared
an interim dividend for 2024 of Georgian Lari 3.38 per share. The currency
conversion period was set to be for the period 23 September to 27 September
2024, with the official GEL:GBP exchange rate of 3.6380, resulting in a
GBP-denominated final dividend of 0.93 per share. Payment of the total GEL
146,234 interim dividends was received by shareholders on 11 October 2024.
On 17 June 2024, the shareholders of Lion Finance Group PLC approved a final
dividend for 2023 of Georgian Lari 4.94 per share. The currency conversion
period was set to be for the period 1 July to 5 July 2024, with the official
GEL:GBP exchange rate of 3.5495, resulting in a GBP-denominated final
dividend of 1.3917 per share. Payment of the total GEL 226,220 final dividends
was received by shareholders on 19 July 2024.
Nature and purpose of other reserves
Unrealised gains (losses) on investment securities
This reserve records fair value changes on investment securities.
Unrealised gains (losses) from dilution or sale / acquisition of shares in
existing subsidiaries
This reserve records unrealised gains (losses) from dilution or sale /
acquisition of shares in existing subsidiaries.
Foreign currency translation reserve
The foreign currency translation reserve is used to record exchange
differences arising from the translation of the financial statements of
subsidiaries with functional currency other than GEL.
Movements on this account during the periods ended 30 June 2025 and 30 June
2024, are presented in the statements of other comprehensive income.
The movements in other reserves were as follows:
Unrealised gains (losses) on investment securities Unrealised gains (losses) from dilution or sale / acquisition of shares in Currency Translation Reserves Other Total other reserve
existing subsidiaries
AmeriaBank Other
31 December 2023 35,662 - (78,620) 399 21,385
63,944
Net change in FV on investments in debt securities measured at FVOCI (49,242) - - - (49,242)
-
Net gain (loss) on investments in equity instruments designated at FVOCI (569) - - - (569)
-
Change in allowance for ECL investments in debt instruments measured at FVOCI 1,353 - - - 1,353
reclassified to the consolidated income statement -
Realised loss on financial assets measured at FVOCI (3,232) - - - (3,232)
-
Gain from currency translation differences 1,771 90,617 8,968 - 101,356
-
Increase in share capital of subsidiaries - - - (178)
- (178)
30 June 2024 (14,257) 90,617 (69,652) 399 70,873
63,766
31 December 2024 59,637 54,729 (68,796) 1,538 110,786
63,678
Net change in FV on investments in debt securities measured at FVOCI (59,156) - - - (59,156)
-
Net gain (loss) on investments in equity instruments designated at FVOCI 6,762 - - - 6,762
-
Change in allowance for ECL investments in debt instruments measured at FVOCI (171) - - - (171)
reclassified to the consolidated income statement -
Realised loss on financial assets measured at FVOCI (796) - - - (796)
-
Gain from currency translation differences (403) (3,224) (1,022) - (4,649)
-
Increase in share capital of subsidiaries - - - 94
- 94
Acquisition of non-controlling interests in existing subsidiaries - - - (1,811)
- (1,811)
Net amount reclassified to retained earnings on sale of equity instruments at (3,419) - - - (3,419)
FVOCI -
Other movements (198) - - - (198)
-
30 June 2025 2,256 51,505 (69,818) 1,538 47,442
61,961
17. Equity (continued)
Earnings per share
For the six months ended
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Basic earnings per share
Profit for the period attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Group 1,024,421 1,464,179
Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the period 43,223,846 43,879,779
Basic earnings per share 23.7004 33.3680
For the six months ended
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Diluted earnings per share
Effect of dilution on weighted average number of ordinary shares:
Dilutive unvested share options 487,754 745,774
Weighted average number of ordinary shares adjusted for the effect of dilution 43,711,600 44,625,553
Diluted earnings per share 23.4359 32.8103
Acquisition of NCI
In March 2025, the Group acquired an additional 0.44% interest in JSC Bank of
Georgia, increasing its ownership from 99.56% to 100%.
The Following table summarizes the effect of changes in the Group's ownership
interest in JSC Bank of Georgia:
Carrying amount of NCI acquired 26,637
Considerations paid to NCI in cash 28,448
A decrease in equity attributable to the shareholders of the Group (1,811)
18. Net interest income
For the six months ended
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Interest income calculated using EIR method 2,499,120 1,822,508
From loans to customers 2,100,309 1,518,194
From investment securities 334,833 252,478
From amounts due from credit institutions 61,660 50,333
Net gain (loss) on modification of financial assets (2,139) (4,712)
From factoring receivables 4,457 6,215
Other interest income 37,428 15,686
From finance lease receivable 27,299 14,022
From investments securities measured at FVTPL 10,129 1,664
Interest income 2,536,548 1,838,194
On client deposits and notes (686,460) (496,856)
On amounts owed to credit institutions (334,612) (214,060)
On debt securities issued (86,760) (52,571)
Interest element of cross-currency swaps 6,293 6,515
Other interest expenses (4,565) (3,163)
On lease liability (8,603) (5,462)
Interest expense (1,114,707) (765,597)
Deposit insurance fees (22,295) (16,442)
Net interest income 1,399,546 1,056,155
For the period ended 30 June 2025 the Group recognised GEL 218,329 (2024: GEL
198,704) interest income from investment securities measured at FVOCI.
The Group is required to make regular contributions to the Deposit Insurance
Agency, calculated based on its deposit portfolio. In the consolidated income
statement, these contributions are presented as deposit insurance fees under
Net interest income, as they are directly related to deposit acceptance
activities.
19. Net fee and commission income
For the six months ended
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Settlements operations 413,958 325,877
Guarantees and letters of credit 35,988 30,739
Currency conversion operations 25,024 26,950
Brokerage service fees 14,398 7,828
Cash operations 13,784 13,169
Advisory 902 14,488
Other 6,414 3,652
Fee and commission income 510,468 422,703
Settlements operations (185,286) (136,307)
Cash operations (12,895) (13,362)
Currency conversion operations (6,989) (5,571)
Brokerage service fees (5,947) (3,172)
Guarantees and letters of credit (244) (171)
Advisory (157) (77)
Other (8,263) (5,579)
Fee and commission expense (219,781) (164,239)
Net fee and commission income 290,687 258,464
20. Cost of risk
The table below shows ECL charges on financial instruments for the period
recorded in the income statement:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI
Individual Collective Individual Collective Individual Collective Individual Collective Total
Cash and cash equivalents - (349) - - - - - - (349)
Amounts due from credit institutions - (140) - - - - - - (140)
Investment securities measured at amortised cost - debt instruments - (95) - - - - - - (95)
Investment securities measured at FVOCI - debt instruments - 254 - - - - - - 254
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and - (101) - - - - - - (101)
securities lending at amortised cost - debt instruments
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and - 34 - - - - - - 34
securities lending at FVOCI - debt instruments
Loans to customers at amortised cost (4,297) (3,063) - (1,156) (15,194) (52,159) 12,533 (703) (64,039)
Factoring receivables - (566) - (64) - - - - (630)
Finance lease receivables (362) (380) - 172 (28) (188) (17) 176 (627)
Accounts receivable and other loans (81) 198 - 3 - (83) - - 37
Other financial assets - - - - (4,745) - - - (4,745)
Financial and performance guarantees - (1,062) - 314 (17) - - - (765)
Letter of credit to customers - 62 - (1) - - - - 61
Other financial commitments - (1,185) - (106) - - - - (1,291)
For the year period 30 June 2025 (4,740) (6,393) - (838) (19,984) (52,430) 12,516 (527) (72,396)
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 POCI
Individual Collective Individual Collective Individual Collective Individual Collective Total
Cash and cash equivalents - 147 - - - - - - 147
Amounts due from credit institutions - 115 - - - - - - 115
Investment securities measured at amortised cost - debt instruments - 282 - - - - - - 282
Investment securities measured at FVOCI - debt instruments - (1,583) - - - - - - (1,583)
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and - 80 - - - - - - 80
securities lending at amortised cost - debt instruments
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and - 17 - - - - - - 17
securities lending at FVOCI - debt instruments
Loans to customers at amortised cost (18,451) (29,037) - (4,598) (17,491) (30,306) - 3,036 (96,847)
Factoring receivables - 57 - (30) - 4 - - 31
Finance lease receivables (388) (1,570) - 478 (714) (3) - 485 (1,712)
Accounts receivable and other loans 17 (57) - (5) (73) (25) - 1 (142)
Other financial assets - - - - (4,973) - - - (4,973)
Financial and performance guarantees - (2,070) - (63) 214 5 - - (1,914)
Letter of credit to customers - (5) - - - - - - (5)
Other financial commitments - (3) - 31 - - - - 28
For the period ended 30 June 2024 (18,822) (33,627) - (4,187) (23,037) (30,325) - 3,522 (106,476)
The table below shows impairment charge on other assets and provisions in the
income statement:
For the six months ended
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Litigation provision charge/(reversal) 237 452
Impairment charge on assets held for sale 140 1,262
Other impairment charge 4,936 2,705
5,313 4,419
21. Net other gains/(losses)
For the six months ended
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Net real estate gains 19,146 12,430
Net gains on financial assets at fair value through profit or loss 3,027 12,951
Net gains on derecognition of financial assets measured at fair value through 2,226 3,232
other comprehensive income
Net other gains 5,188 7,288
Net other gains / (losses) 29,587 35,901
22. Risk management
Liquidity risk and funding management
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will be unable to meet its payment
obligations when they fall due under normal and stress circumstances. To limit
this risk, management has arranged diversified funding sources in addition to
its core deposit base, manages assets with liquidity in mind, and monitors
future cash flows and liquidity on a regular basis. This incorporates an
assessment of expected cash flows and the availability of high-grade
collateral which could be used to secure additional funding if required.
The Group maintains a portfolio of highly marketable and diverse assets that
can be easily liquidated in the event of an unforeseen interruption of cash
flow. The Group also has committed lines of credit that it can access to meet
liquidity needs. In addition, the Group maintains a cash deposit (obligatory
reserve) with the NBG and CBA, the amount of which depends on the level of
customer funds attracted.
The liquidity position is assessed and managed by the Group primarily on a
standalone JSC Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank CJSC basis, based on certain
liquidity ratios established by the NBG and CBA, respectively. The banks in
Georgia and Armenia, absent a stress-period, are required to maintain a
liquidity coverage ratio no lower than 100%. The liquidity coverage ratio of
JSC Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank CJSC as at 30 June 2025 was 125.9% and
173.8% (31 December 2024: 138.6% and 195.7%).
JSC Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank CJSC hold a comfortable buffer on top of
Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR) requirement of 100%. A solid buffer over NSFR
provides stable funding sources over a longer time span. This approach is
designed to ensure that the funding framework is sufficiently flexible to
secure liquidity under a wide range of market conditions. NSFR of JSC Bank of
Georgia and Ameriabank CJSC as at 30 June 2025 was 127.4% and 117.2%
respectively, (31 December 2024: 130.7% and 128.8%) all comfortably above the
NBG's and CBA's minimum regulatory requirements.
The Group also matches the maturity of financial assets and financial
liabilities and regularly monitors negative gaps compared with JSC Bank of
Georgia's and Ameriabank CJSC's standalone total regulatory capital calculated
per NBG and CBA regulations.
27.
23. Fair value measurements
Fair value hierarchy
For the purpose of fair value disclosures, the Group has determined classes of
assets and liabilities on the basis of the nature, characteristics and risks
of the asset or liability. The following tables show analysis of assets and
liabilities measured at fair value or for which fair values are disclosed by
level of the fair value hierarchy:
At 30 June 2025 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total
Assets measured at fair value
Total investment properties - - 131,080 131,080
Land - - 12,619 12,619
Residential properties - - 83,826 83,826
Non-residential properties - - 34,635 34,635
Investment securities measured at FVOCI and FVTPL 453,538 5,149,537 40,067 5,643,142
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 334,539 109,463 - 444,002
securities lending measured at FVOCI and FVTPL
Other assets - derivative financial assets - 5,891 - 5,891
Assets for which fair values are disclosed
Investment securities measured at amortised cost - debt instruments 212,992 2,110,098 - 2,323,090
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 175,211 571,503 - 746,714
securities lending measured at amortised cost - debt instruments
Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables at amortised cost - 42,087 35,642,757 35,684,844
Accounts receivables and other loans - 10,675 1,160 11,835
Liabilities measured at fair value
Other liabilities - derivative financial liabilities - 23,101 - 23,101
Liabilities for which fair values are disclosed
Client deposits and notes - 26,415,682 8,437,350 34,853,032
Amounts owed to credit institutions - 5,233,873 3,691,083 8,924,956
Debt securities issued - 1,865,509 579,047 2,444,556
At 31 December 2024 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total
Assets measured at fair value
Total investment properties - - 134,338 134,338
Land - - 13,204 13,204
Residential properties - - 86,388 86,388
Non-residential properties - - 34,746 34,746
Investment securities measured at FVOCI and FVTPL 1,742,883 4,446,192 33,254 6,222,329
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and - 213,875 - 213,875
securities lending measured at FVOCI and FVTPL
Other assets - derivative financial assets - 25,000 - 25,000
Assets for which fair values are disclosed
Investment securities measured at amortised cost - debt instruments 251,470 2,518,426 - 2,769,896
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and - 267,327 - 267,327
securities lending measured at amortised cost - debt instruments
Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables at amortised cost - 34,268 32,597,338 32,631,606
Accounts receivables and other loans - 5,355 3,456 8,811
Liabilities measured at fair value
Other liabilities - derivative financial liabilities - 9,083 - 9,083
Liabilities for which fair values are disclosed
Client deposits and notes - 25,238,507 7,988,086 33,226,593
Amounts owed to credit institutions - 5,513,290 3,139,345 8,652,635
Debt securities issued - 1,855,757 372,793 2,228,550
23. Fair value measurements (continued)
Fair value hierarchy (continued)
The description of the valuation technique and the description of inputs used
in the fair value measurement for level 2 measurements:
Assets carried at fair value At 30 June 2025 At 31 December 2024 Valuation technique Inputs used
Investment securities - debt instruments 5,149,537 4,446,192 Discounted cash flows ("DCF") Government bonds yield curve, Tbilisi interbank interest rate ("TIBR Index"),
other Relevant Observable market data and quoted prices from inactive markets
.
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 109,463 213,875 Discounted cash flows ("DCF") Government bonds yield curve, Tbilisi interbank interest rate ("TIBR Index"),
securities lending - debt instruments other Relevant Observable market data and quoted prices from inactive markets.
Derivative financial assets 5,891 25,000 Forward pricing and swap models, using present value calculations and standard Credit quality of counterparties, foreign exchange spot and forward rates,
option pricing models interest rate curves and implied volatilities
Total assets recurring fair value measurements at level 2 5,264,891 4,685,067
Liabilities carried at fair value
Derivative financial liabilities 23,101 9,083 Forward pricing and swap models and using present value calculations. Credit quality of counterparties, foreign exchange spot and forward rates and
interest rate curves.
Total liabilities recurring fair value measurements at level 2 23,101 9,083
The description of the valuation technique and the description of inputs used
in the fair value measurement for level 3
measurements:
Assets carried at fair value At 30 June 2025 At 31 December 2024 Valuation technique Inputs used Unobservable inputs
Investment securities - equity instruments 40,067 33,254 Discounted cash flows ("DCF") Cash flow; Discount rate Cash flow; Discount rate
Total assets recurring fair value measurements at level 3 40,067 33,254
The following is a description of the determination of fair value for
financial instruments which are recorded at fair value using valuation
techniques. These incorporate the Group's estimate of assumptions that a
market participant would make when valuing the instruments.
Derivative financial instruments
Derivative financial instruments valued using a valuation technique with
market observable inputs are mainly interest rate swaps, currency swaps,
forward foreign exchange contracts and option contracts. The most frequently
applied valuation techniques include forward pricing and swap models, using
present value calculations, as well as standard option pricing models. The
models incorporate various inputs including the credit quality of
counterparties, foreign exchange spot and forward rates, interest rate curves
and implied volatilities.
Investment securities
Investment securities consist of equity and debt securities and are valued
using a valuation technique or pricing models. These securities are valued
using models which sometimes only incorporate data observable in the market
and at other times use both observable and non-observable data. For quoted
investments, respective quoted prices from Bloomberg or other relevant sources
are used, when for unquoted investments FV is calculated based on future cash
flow expected discounted at current rate for new instruments with similar
credit risk, remaining maturity and other characteristics.
Movements in Level 3 financial instruments measured at fair value
The following tables show a reconciliation of the opening and closing amounts
of Level 3 financial assets which are recorded at fair value:
At 31 December Business combination Revaluation recognized in the income statement Purchase of securities At 31 December Revaluation recognized in other comprehensive income Revaluation recognized in the income statement At 30 June
2023 2024 2025
Level 3 financial assets
Equity investment securities 7,519 3,528 6,909 15,298 33,254 6,047 766 40,067
23. Fair value measurements (continued)
Fair value of financial instruments that are carried in the financial
statements not at fair value
Set out below is a comparison by class of the carrying amounts and fair values
of the Group's financial instruments that are carried in the financial
statements. The table does not include the fair values of non-financial assets
and non-financial liabilities, fair values of other smaller financial assets
and financial liabilities, fair values of which are materially close to their
carrying values.
Fair value of financial assets and liabilities not carried at fair value At 30 June 2025 At 31 December 2024
Carrying value 2025 Fair value Unrecognised gain (loss) 2025 Carrying value 2024 Fair value Unrecognised gain (loss) 2024
2025
2024
Financial assets
Investment securities measured at amortised cost - debt instruments 2,301,657 2,323,090 21,433 2,746,392 2,769,896 23,504
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 727,660 746,714 19,054 269,791 267,327 (2,464)
securities lending measured at amortised cost-debt instruments
Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables 36,530,447 35,684,844 (845,603) 33,558,874 32,631,606 (927,268)
Accounts receivables and other loans 11,835 11,835 8,811 8,811 -
-
Financial liabilities
Client deposits and notes 34,789,736 34,853,032 63,296 33,202,010 33,226,593 24,583
Amounts owed to credit institutions 8,927,118 8,924,956 (2,162) 8,680,233 8,652,635 (27,598)
Debt securities issued 2,445,652 2,444,556 (1,096) 2,255,016 2,228,550 (26,466)
Total unrecognised change in unrealised fair value (745,078) (935,709)
The following describes the methodologies and assumptions used to determine
fair values for those financial instruments which are not already recorded at
fair value in the consolidated financial statements.
Assets for which fair value approximates carrying value
For financial assets and financial liabilities that are liquid or have a
short-term maturity (less than three months), it is assumed that the carrying
amounts approximate to their fair value. This assumption is also applied to
demand deposits, savings accounts without a specific maturity, and variable
rate financial instruments.
Fixed rate financial instruments
The fair value of fixed rate financial assets and liabilities carried at
amortised cost are estimated by comparing market interest rates when they were
first recognised with current market rates offered for similar financial
instruments. The estimated fair value of fixed interest-bearing deposits is
based on discounted cash flows using prevailing money-market interest rates
for debts with similar credit risk and maturity. For financial assets and
liabilities that are unquoted, non-derivative, and maturing within one year,
it is assumed that their carrying amounts approximate fair value, due to their
short-term nature and low sensitivity to changes in market conditions, and
insignificant exposure to credit risk.
24. Maturity analysis of financial assets and liabilities
The table below shows an analysis of financial assets and liabilities
according to their contractual maturities, except for current accounts, credit
card loans, pledged investment securities and investments securities which can
be pledged but are not pledged as described below.
At 30 June 2025
On Up to Up to Up to Up to Up to Over No maturity Total
demand
3 months
6 months
1 year
3 years
5 years
5 years
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents 3,554,508 467,713 - - - - - - 4,022,221
Amounts due from credit institutions 741 237,427 16,684 1,954 - - 1,743 2,936,057 3,194,606
Investment securities 3,714,543 2,504,126 161,451 889,875 100,952 331,821 198,325 43,706 7,944,799
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and - 667,701 503,961 - - - - - 1,171,662
securities lending
Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables - 5,190,955 2,630,715 4,936,686 10,666,050 5,716,566 7,389,475 - 36,530,447
Accounts receivable and other loans 345 2,739 142 8,605 4 - - - 11,835
Other financial assets 34,516 252,940 1,030 2,706 457 42 1 - 291,692
Total 7,304,653 9,323,601 3,313,983 5,839,826 10,767,463 6,048,429 7,589,544 2,979,763 53,167,262
Financial liabilities
Client deposits and notes 6,333,538 6,878,210 3,006,756 14,819,445 2,908,181 780,636 62,970 - 34,789,736
Amounts owed to credit institutions 375,468 4,216,732 954,303 557,111 1,565,856 687,766 569,882 - 8,927,118
Debt securities issued - 218,460 259,128 277,525 695,570 755,792 239,177 - 2,445,652
Lease liability 88 15,824 16,249 30,958 97,931 55,338 88,171 - 304,559
Other financial liabilities 19,409 395,406 33,225 27,972 103,844 3,704 3,355 - 586,915
Total 6,728,503 11,724,632 4,269,661 15,713,011 5,371,382 2,283,236 963,555 - 47,053,980
Net 576,150 (2,401,031) (955,678) (9,873,185) 5,396,081 3,765,193 6,625,989 2,979,763 6,113,282
Accumulated gap 576,150 (1,824,881) (2,780,559) (12,653,744) (7,257,663) (3,492,470) 3,133,519 6,113,282
At 31 December 2024
On Up to Up to Up to Up to Up to Over No maturity Total
demand
3 months
6 months
1 year
3 years
5 years
5 years
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents 3,472,205 280,978 - - - - - - 3,753,183
Amounts due from credit institutions - 218,959 - - - - 15,074 3,044,432 3,278,465
Investment securities 3,205,881 3,738,256 703,349 400,226 223,461 476,265 177,595 43,688 8,968,721
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and - 455,949 27,717 - - - - - 483,666
securities lending
Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables 108 4,895,349 2,455,068 4,319,400 9,672,567 5,131,394 7,084,988 - 33,558,874
Accounts receivable and other loans 1,553 6,672 280 306 - - - - 8,811
Other financial assets 26,300 175,157 6,200 10,001 - - - - 217,658
Total 6,706,047 9,771,320 3,192,614 4,729,933 9,896,028 5,607,659 7,277,657 3,088,120 50,269,378
Financial liabilities
Client deposits and notes 7,396,955 6,195,347 2,644,642 13,804,248 2,108,432 989,853 62,533 - 33,202,010
Amounts owed to credit institutions 637,215 3,747,974 372,289 691,977 1,706,145 1,082,747 441,886 - 8,680,233
Debt securities issued - 141,930 89,019 384,150 668,508 799,138 172,271 - 2,255,016
Lease liability - 15,622 14,929 30,385 94,874 52,000 66,625 - 274,435
Other financial liabilities 51,386 97,613 27,476 137,163 - - - - 313,638
Total 8,085,556 10,198,486 3,148,355 15,047,923 4,577,959 2,923,738 743,315 - 44,725,332
Net (1,379,509) (427,166) 44,259 (10,317,990) 5,318,069 2,683,921 6,534,342 3,088,120 5,544,046
Accumulated gap (1,379,509) (1,806,675) (1,762,416) (12,080,406) (6,762,337) (4,078,416) 2,455,926 5,544,046
The Group's capability to discharge its liabilities relies on its ability to
realise equivalent assets within the same period of time. In the Georgian and
Armenian marketplace, where most of the Group's business is concentrated, many
short-term credits are granted with the expectation of renewing the loans at
maturity. As such, the ultimate maturity of assets may be different from the
analysis presented above. To reflect the historical stability of current
accounts, the Group calculates the minimal daily balance of current accounts
over the past two years and includes the amount in the 'Up to 1 year' category
in the table above. The remaining current accounts are included in the 'On
demand' category. Pledged Investment Securities are distributed into maturity
buckets based on the contractual maturity of the agreement they are pledged
for. Securities which can be pledged but are not pledged fall into 'On demand'
category. Considering credit cards have no contractual maturities, the above
allocation per category is done based on the statistical coverage rates
observed.
24. Maturity analysis of financial assets and liabilities (continued)
The Group's principal sources of liquidity are as follows:
· deposits;
· borrowings from international credit institutions;
· inter-bank deposit agreements;
· debt issues;
· proceeds from sale of securities;
· principal repayments on loans;
· interest income; and
· fees and commissions income.
In the Board's opinion, liquidity is sufficient to meet the Group's present
requirements.
The table below shows an analysis of assets and liabilities according to when
they are expected to be recovered or settled, except for current accounts
which are included in 'Up to 1 year' category in the table above, noting that
respective contractual maturity may expand over significantly longer periods:
At 30 June 2025 At 31 December 2024
Less than More than No maturity Total Less than More than No maturity Total
1 year
1 year
1 year
1 year
Cash and cash equivalents 4,022,221 - - 4,022,221 3,753,183 - - 3,753,183
Amounts due from credit institutions 256,806 1,743 2,936,057 3,194,606 218,959 15,074 3,044,432 3,278,465
Investment securities 7,269,995 631,098 43,706 7,944,799 8,047,712 877,321 43,688 8,968,721
Investment securities pledged under sale and repurchase agreements and 1,171,662 - - 1,171,662 483,666 - - 483,666
securities lending
Loans to customers, factoring and finance lease receivables 12,758,356 23,772,091 - 36,530,447 11,669,925 21,888,949 - 33,558,874
Accounts receivable and other loans 11,831 4 - 11,835 8,811 - - 8,811
Prepayments 92,541 11,218 - 103,759 82,989 5,961 - 88,950
Foreclosed Assets - - 342,565 342,565 - - 378,642 378,642
Right-of-use assets - - 291,445 291,445 - - 257,896 257,896
Investment properties - - 131,080 131,080 - - 134,338 134,338
Property and equipment - - 578,502 578,502 - - 550,097 550,097
Goodwill - - 41,253 41,253 - - 41,253 41,253
Intangible assets - - 338,794 338,794 - - 322,250 322,250
Income tax assets 2,056 197 - 2,253 47,794 320 - 48,114
Other assets 360,446 11,490 - 371,936 303,890 10,730 - 314,620
Assets held for sale 14,913 - - 14,913 20,008 - - 20,008
Total assets 25,960,827 24,427,841 4,703,402 55,092,070 24,636,937 22,798,355 4,772,596 52,207,888
Client deposits and notes 31,037,949 3,751,787 - 34,789,736 30,041,192 3,160,818 - 33,202,010
Amounts owed to credit institutions 6,103,614 2,823,504 - 8,927,118 5,449,455 3,230,778 - 8,680,233
Debt securities issued 755,113 1,690,539 - 2,445,652 615,099 1,639,917 - 2,255,016
Lease liability 63,119 241,440 - 304,559 60,936 213,499 - 274,435
Accruals and deferred income 192,992 56,576 - 249,568 295,783 42,951 - 338,734
Income tax liabilities 64,575 52,000 - 116,575 67,342 21,089 - 88,431
Other liabilities 528,827 110,903 - 639,730 353,802 - - 353,802
Total liabilities 38,746,189 8,726,749 - 47,472,938 36,883,609 8,309,052 - 45,192,661
Net (12,785,362) 15,701,092 4,703,402 7,619,132 (12,246,672) 14,489,303 4,772,596 7,015,227
25. Related party disclosures
In accordance with IAS 24 "Related Party Disclosures", parties are considered
to be related if one party has the ability to control the other party or
exercise significant influence over the other party in making financial or
operational decisions. In considering each possible related party
relationship, attention is directed to the substance of the relationship, not
merely the legal form.
Related parties may enter into transactions which unrelated parties might not,
and transactions between related parties may not be affected on the same
terms, conditions and amounts as transactions between unrelated parties.
The volumes of related party transactions, outstanding balances at 30 June
2025 and 30 June 2024, and related expenses and income for the period are as
follows:
At 30 June 2025 (unaudited) At 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Associates Key management personnel* Associates Key management personnel*
Loans outstanding at 30 June - 21,375 - 12,541
Interest income on loans - 1,628 - 352
Expected credit loss - (141) - 34
Deposits at 30 June 10,406 33,435 2,537 21,683
Interest expense on deposits 57 592 77 400
Debt securities issued at 31 December - 11,428 - -
Interest expense on Debt securities issued - 391 - -
Commitments and guarantees issued - - - (107)
* Key management personnel includes members of Lion Finance Group's Board of
Directors and key executives of the Group.
Compensation of key management personnel comprised the following:
For the six months ended
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 30 June 2024 (unaudited)
Salaries and other benefits 12,559 26,918
Share-based payments compensation 39,719 25,828
Cash compensation 26,836 -
Total key management compensation 79,114 52,746
The number of key management personnel at 30 June 2025 was 30 (31 December
2024: 30).
As at 30 June 2025 interest rates on loans issued to key management personnel
were within 5.9% and 23.2% (31 December 2024: 5.9% and 10.7%) for FC and GEL
denominated loans, respectively. As at 30 June 2025 interest rates on
deposits placed by key management personnel were within 0.0% and 15.2% (31
December 2024: 0.0% and 12.7%) for FC and GEL denominated deposits,
respectively.
26. Capital adequacy
The Group maintains an actively managed capital base to cover risks inherent
to the business. The adequacy of the Group's capital is monitored using, among
other measures, the ratios established by the NBG and CBA in supervising JSC
Bank of Georgia and Ameriabank CJSC, respectively.
During the period ended 30 June 2025, the Group complied in full with all its
externally imposed capital requirements.
The primary objectives of the Group's capital management are to ensure that
the banks comply with externally imposed capital requirements and that the
Group maintains strong credit ratings and healthy capital ratios in order to
support its business and to maximise shareholder value. The Group manages its
capital structure and makes adjustments to it in the light of changes in
economic conditions and the risk characteristics of its activities. In order
to maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Group may adjust the amount
of dividend payment to shareholders, return capital to shareholders or issue
capital securities. No changes were made in the objectives, policies and
processes from the previous years.
NBG (Basel III) capital adequacy ratio
In December 2017, the NBG adopted amendments to the regulations relating to
capital adequacy requirements, including amendments to the regulation on
capital adequacy requirements for commercial banks, and introduced new
requirements on the determination of the countercyclical buffer rate, on the
identification of systematically important banks, on determining systemic
buffer requirements and on additional capital buffer requirements for
commercial banks within Pillar 2. The NBG requires the banks to maintain a
minimum total capital adequacy ratio of risk-weighted assets, computed based
on the bank's standalone special-purpose financial statements prepared in
accordance with NBG regulations and pronouncements, based on Basel III
requirements.
As at 30 June 2025 JSC Bank of Georgia's capital adequacy ratio on this basis
was as follows:
IFRS-Based NBG (Basel III) capital adequacy ratio As at As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Tier 1 capital 6,243,081 5,957,405
Tier 2 capital 441,459 462,428
Total capital 6,684,540 6,419,833
Risk-weighted assets 30,619,266 29,080,593
Tier 1 capital ratio 20.4% 20.5%
Total capital ratio 21.8% 22.1%
Min. requirement for Tier 1 capital ratio 17.3% 17.0%
Min. requirement for Total capital ratio 20.1% 19.9%
As at 30 June 2025 the Ameriabank's capital adequacy ratio was as follows:
As at As at
30 June 2025 (unaudited) 31 December 2024
Tier 1 capital 1,966,768 1,686,547
Tier 2 capital 270,126 252,573
Total capital 2,236,894 1,939,120
Risk-weighted assets 13,237,344 11,703,258
Tier 1 capital ratio 14.9% 14.4%
Total capital ratio 16.9% 16.6%
Min. requirement for Tier 1 capital ratio 14.1% 13.8%
Min. requirement for Total capital ratio 16.8% 16.5%
Glossary
Operational terms
• MAC (Monthly active customer - retail or business) Number of customers who
satisfied pre-defined activity criteria within the past month.
• Digital monthly active user (Digital MAU) Number of retail customers who
logged into our mobile or internet banking channels at least once within a
given month; when referring to business customers, Digital MAU means number of
business customers who logged into our business mobile or internet banking
channels at least once within a given month.
• Digital daily active user (Digital DAU) Average daily number of retail
customers who logged into our mobile or internet banking channels within a
given month.
• Payment MAU Number of retail customers who made at least one payment with a
BOG card within the past month.
• Net Promoter Score (NPS) NPS asks: on a scale of 0-10, how likely is it that
you would recommend an entity to a friend or a colleague? The responses: 9 and
10 - are promoters; 7 and 8 - are neutral; 1 to 6 - are detractors. The final
score equals the percentage of the promoters minus the percentage of the
detractors.
Ratio definitions and abbreviations
• Alternative performance measures (APMs) In this announcement the management
uses various APMs, which we believe provide additional useful information for
understanding the financial performance of the Group. These APMs are not
defined by International Financial Reporting Standards, and also may not be
directly comparable with other companies who use similar measures. We believe
that these APMs provide the best representation of our financial performance
as these measures are used by the management to evaluate the Group's operating
performance and make day-to-day operating decisions.
• Basic earnings per share Profit for the period attributable to shareholders of
the Group divided by the weighted average number of outstanding ordinary
shares over the same period.
• Book value per share Total equity attributable to shareholders of the Group
divided by ordinary shares outstanding at period-end; Ordinary shares
outstanding at period-end equals number of ordinary shares at period-end less
number of treasury shares at period-end.
• CBA Central Bank of Armenia.
• CBA Common Equity Tier 1 (CET 1) capital adequacy ratio Common Equity Tier 1
capital divided by total risk weighted assets, both calculated in accordance
with the requirements of the CBA. Calculations are made for Ameriabank
standalone.
• CBA Tier 1 capital adequacy ratio Tier 1 capital divided by total risk
weighted assets, both calculated in accordance with the requirements of the
CBA. Calculations are made for Ameriabank standalone.
• CBA Total capital adequacy ratio Total regulatory capital divided by total
risk weighted assets, both calculated in accordance with the requirements of
the CBA. Calculations are made for Ameriabank standalone.
• CBA Liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) High-quality liquid assets divided by net
cash outflows over the next 30 days (as defined by the CBA). Calculations are
made for Ameriabank standalone.
• CBA Net stable funding ratio (NSFR) Available amount of stable funding divided
by the required amount of stable funding (as defined by the CBA). Calculations
are made for Ameriabank standalone.
• Cost of credit risk ratio Expected loss on loans to customers, factoring and
finance lease receivables for the period divided by monthly average gross
loans to customers, finance lease and factoring over the same period
(annualised where applicable).
• Cost of deposits Interest expense on client deposits and notes for the period
divided by monthly average client deposits and notes over the same period
(annualised where applicable).
• Cost of funds Interest expense for the period divided by monthly average
interest-bearing liabilities over the same period (annualised where
applicable).
• Cost to income ratio Operating expenses divided by operating income.
• FC Foreign currency.
• Full-scale branch A banking branch that provides all banking services.
• Interest-bearing liabilities Amounts owed to credit institutions, client
deposits and notes, and debt securities issued.
• Interest-earning assets (excluding cash) Amounts due from credit institutions,
investment securities (but excluding corporate shares) and loans to customers,
factoring and finance lease receivables.
• NBG Liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) High-quality liquid assets divided by net
cash outflows over the next 30 days (as defined by the NBG). Calculations are
made for Bank of Georgia standalone, based on IFRS.
• NBG Net stable funding ratio (NSFR) Available amount of stable funding divided
by the required amount of stable funding (as defined by the NBG). Calculations
are made for Bank of Georgia standalone, based on IFRS.
• LC Local currency.
• Leverage (times) Total liabilities divided by total equity.
• Liquid assets Cash and cash equivalents, amounts due from credit institutions
and investment securities.
• Loan yield Interest income from loans to customers, factoring and finance
lease receivables for the period divided by monthly average gross loans to
customers, factoring and finance lease receivables over the same period
(annualised where applicable).
• NBG National Bank of Georgia.
• NBG (Basel III) Common Equity Tier 1 (CET 1) capital adequacy ratio Common
Equity Tier 1 capital divided by total risk weighted assets, both calculated
in accordance with the requirements of the NBG. Calculations are made for Bank
of Georgia standalone, based on IFRS.
• NBG (Basel III) Tier 1 capital adequacy ratio Tier 1 capital divided by total
risk weighted assets, both calculated in accordance with the requirements of
the NBG. Calculations are made for Bank of Georgia standalone, based on IFRS.
• NBG (Basel III) Total capital adequacy ratio Total regulatory capital divided
by total risk weighted assets, both calculated in accordance with the
requirements of the NBG. Calculations are made for Bank of Georgia standalone,
based on IFRS.
• Net interest margin (NIM) Net interest income for the period divided by
monthly average interest earning assets excluding cash and cash equivalents
and corporate shares over the same period (annualised where applicable).
• Non-performing loans (NPLs) The principal and/or interest payments on loans
overdue for more than 90 days; or the exposures experiencing substantial
deterioration of their creditworthiness and the debtors assessed as unlikely
to pay their credit obligation(s) in full without realisation of collateral.
• NPL coverage ratio Allowance for expected credit loss for loans to customers,
finance lease and factoring receivables divided by NPLs.
• NPL coverage ratio adjusted for discounted value of collateral Allowance for
expected credit loss on loans to customers, finance lease and factoring
receivables, plus the discounted value of collateral for the NPL portfolio
(capped at the respective loan amount), divided by total NPLs.
• One-off items Significant items that do not arise during the ordinary course
of business.
• Operating leverage Percentage change in operating income less percentage
change in operating expenses.
• Return on average total assets (ROAA) Profit for the period divided by monthly
average total assets for the same period (annualised where applicable).
• Return on average total equity (ROAE) Profit for the period attributable to
shareholders of the Group divided by monthly average equity attributable to
shareholders of the Group for the same period (annualised where applicable).
• Transactional branch Bank branch that is mostly used for transactional
services by clients. Such branches do not provide complex banking services,
such as issuing mortgages, services to legal clients, etc.
• NMF Not meaningful; refers to percentage changes that are equal to or greater
than 200%.
Constant currency basis
To calculate the q-o-q growth of loans and deposits without the currency
exchange rate effect, we used the relevant exchange rates as at 31 March 2025.
To calculate the y-o-y growth without the currency exchange rate effect, we
used the relevant exchange rates as at 30 June 2024. Constant currency growth
is calculated separately for GFS and AFS, based on their respective underlying
performance.
Lion Finance Group PLC profile
Lion Finance Group PLC (formerly Bank of Georgia Group PLC; the "Company" or
the "Group" when referring to the group companies as a whole) is a FTSE 250
holding company whose main subsidiaries provide banking and financial services
focused in the high-growth Georgian and Armenian markets through leading,
customer-centric, universal banks - Bank of Georgia in Georgia and Ameriabank
in Armenia. By building on our competitive strengths, we are committed to
driving business growth, sustaining high profitability, and generating strong
returns, while creating opportunities for our stakeholders and making a
positive contribution in the communities where we operate.
Lion Finance Group PLC is listed on the London Stock Exchange's main market in
the Equity Shares (Commercial Companies) category and is a constituent of the
FTSE 250 index. Ticker: BGEO.
Legal entity identifier: 213800XKDG12NQG8VC53
Registered address: 29 Farm Street, London, W1J 5RL, United Kingdom;
Registered under number 10917019 in England and Wales
Company secretary: Computershare Company Secretarial Services Limited (The
Pavilions, Bridgwater Road, Bristol BS13 8FD, United Kingdom)
Registrar: Computershare Investor Services PLC (The Pavilions Bridgwater Road,
Bristol BS99 6ZZ, United Kingdom)
Please note that Investor Centre is a free, secure online service run by our
Registrar, Computershare, giving you convenient access to information on your
shareholdings.
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Investor Centre Shareholder Helpline: +44 (0)370 873 5866
Auditors: Ernst & Young LLP (25 Churchill Place Canary Wharf, London E14
5EY, United Kingdom)
Contacts:
Email: ir@lfg.uk (mailto:ir@lfg.uk)
Telephone: +44(0) 203 178 4052
Sam Goodacre (Advisor to the CEO): sgoodacre@lfg.uk (mailto:sgoodacre@lfg.uk)
; +44 745 398 8513
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(mailto:narshakuni@lfg.uk) ; +44 203 178 4034
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Forward-looking statements
This announcement contains forward-looking statements, including, but not
limited to, statements concerning expectations, projections, objectives,
targets, goals, strategies, future events, future revenues or performance,
capital expenditures, financing needs, plans or intentions relating to
acquisitions, competitive strengths and weaknesses, plans or goals relating to
financial position and future operations and development. Although Lion
Finance Group PLC believes that the expectations and opinions reflected in
such forward-looking statements are reasonable, no assurance can be given that
such expectations and opinions will prove to have been correct. By their
nature, these forward-looking statements are subject to a number of known and
unknown risks, uncertainties and contingencies, and actual results and events
could differ materially from those currently being anticipated as reflected in
such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those expressed or implied in forward-looking statements,
certain of which are beyond our control, include, among other things: macro
risk, including domestic instability; geopolitical risk; credit risk;
liquidity and funding risk; capital risk; market risk; regulatory and legal
risk; conduct risk; financial crime risk; information security and data
protection risks; operational risk; human capital risk; model risk; strategic
risk; reputational risk; climate-related risk; and other key factors that
could adversely affect our business and financial performance, as indicated
elsewhere in this document and in past and future filings and reports of the
Group, including the 'Principal risks and uncertainties' included in Lion
Finance Group PLC's Annual Report and Accounts 2024 and in this Report. No
part of this document constitutes, or shall be taken to constitute, an
invitation or inducement to invest in Lion Finance Group PLC or any other
entity within the Group, and must not be relied upon in any way in connection
with any investment decision. Lion Finance Group PLC and other entities within
the Group undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements,
whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to
the extent legally required. Nothing in this document should be construed as a
profit forecast.
1 (#_ftnref1) The National Bank of Georgia (NBG) administers a resolution
fund, designed to bolster financial stability during crises. Starting in 2025,
commercial banks are required to make ex-ante contributions proportionate to
their asset share and risk profile, targeting a fund equal to 3% of insured
deposits within eight years.
2 (#_ftnref2) AFS's and hence the Group's consolidated profit for the first
half of 2024 (1H24) is not fully representative of AFS's half-year
performance, as Ameriabank's income statement was consolidated into the Group
from 1 April 2024. To review the underlying half-year performance of
Ameriabank, see Ameriabank's unaudited standalone financial information on
page 16.
3 (#_ftnref3) In 2Q24, cost of credit risk included GEL 49.2m initial ECL
charge related to the acquisition of Ameriabank. The initial ECL charge was
posted in accordance with IFRS accounting rules relevant for business
combinations, requiring the Group to treat the newly acquired portfolio as if
it was a new loan issuance, thus necessitating a forward-looking ECL charge on
Day 2 of the combination, even though there has been no actual deterioration
in credit quality.
4 (#_ftnref4) In 1H24, one-off items totalling GEL 669.5m were recorded in
AFS, comprising GEL 668.8m in 1Q24 and GEL 0.7m in 2Q24. The 1Q24 amount
reflected a one-off gain from the bargain purchase of Ameriabank and
acquisition-related costs, while the 2Q24 item represented a recovery of a
previously expensed acquisition-related advisory fee. Operating income before
cost of risk, as well as ROAA and ROAE, were adjusted for these one-offs in
both quarters and accordingly for the 1H24 period.
5 (#_ftnref5) Throughout this announcement, gross loans to customers and the
related allowance for impairment are presented net of expected credit loss
(ECL) on contractually accrued interest income. These do not have an effect on
the net loans to customers' balance. Management believes that netted-off
balances provide the best representation of the loan portfolio position.
6 (#_ftnref6) For 1H24, ROAA, net interest margin, loan yield, liquid assets
yield, cost of funds, cost of client deposits and notes, cost of amounts owed
to credit institutions, cost of debt securities issued, and cost of credit
risk ratio were adjusted to exclude the effect of Ameriabank's consolidation
at the end of March on average balances.
7 (#_ftnref7) Ratios are calculated based on quarterly averages.
8 (#_ftnref8) Following changes in peer reporting practices, minor
adjustments occurred in previously stated figures provided by the NBG. For
Mar-25, our reported market share has been revised from 55.9% to 55.5%.
9 (#_ftnref9) No adjustments were made to the figures during this period;
Adjusted and unadjusted figures are identical.
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