Luzerner Kantonalbank AG

LUKN

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ISIN CH1252930610 / Valor 125293061

SIX Swiss Exchange (2026-06-03)

CHF 108.80-0.73%

Luzerner Kantonalbank AG
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About company

Luzerner Kantonalbank AG (LUKB), established in 1850, is a prominent financial institution in Canton Lucerne, Switzerland, and ranks among the country's ten largest banks. As a full-service bank, LUKB provides a comprehensive range of financial services, including real estate and business financing, pension provision, and asset advisory and management. The bank is particularly recognized for its strong relationships with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in German-speaking Switzerland, bolstered by a state guarantee that enhances its credibility and trustworthiness. LUKB Expert Fondsleitung AG, a subsidiary, specializes in investment fund administration, offering services such as fund issuance and management in compliance with the Swiss Collective Investment Schemes Act. Since 2001, LUKB has operated as a joint stock company, with Canton Lucerne holding a majority stake of approximately 61 percent, while the remaining shares are publicly owned. The bank's extensive network includes 23 branches, ensuring a significant presence in the region, and it maintains a robust financial standing with a balance sheet totaling 59.46 billion Swiss Francs and equity capital exceeding 3 billion Swiss Francs.

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Profit and payout

Consolidated profit: CHF 295.5m (+3.1% vs. 2024). Board proposes distribution CHF 2.70/share (up from CHF 2.60) — half dividend, half tax‑free capital reserve distribution; payout ratio ~45.2%.

Income mix — three pillars

Interest income (main pillar): CHF 458.1m (+3.2%). Commission & service income: CHF 143.2m (+10.1%), driven by securities/trading and investment business. Net trading income: CHF 76.0m (+34.5%) due to higher client demand and expanded issuing/trading activities. Total operating income: CHF 691.0m (+6.2%).

Lending and balance sheet

Loans to clients: CHF 46.4bn (+6.9%); mortgages CHF 40.9bn (+7.0%). LUKB cites strong loan demand and manageable capital impact thanks to proactive capital management.

Assets under management & flows

AuM (excl. double counting): CHF 42.601bn (2024: CHF 39.489bn). Net new money: CHF 1.285bn; performance added CHF 1.833bn. New money in advisory/asset management mandates: CHF 1.1bn for 2025.

Costs and efficiency

Operating expenses: CHF 326.4m (+6.5%); headcount 1,206 FTE (up from 1,181). Cost‑income ratio unchanged at 46.1%, below the strategic 50% cap.

Capital strength

Total capital ratio: 20.6%; CET1 ratio: 14.7% (up from 13.9% at end‑2024). Cumulative net profit for 2021–2025: CHF 1,370.5m—above target range.

2026 outlook and targets

Targets for 2026: consolidated profit ≥ CHF 295m; non‑interest income ≥ CHF 240m; performance‑adjusted net growth in mandates ≥ CHF 1.2bn; lending growth +3.5% to +5.5%. LUKB reaffirms cost‑income ratio cap of 50%.