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Performance Review

US Bank achieved total operating revenue of $25.347 billion in 2024, up 15.43% from $21.959 billion in 2023. This growth reflects a significant improvement in the company's revenue, possibly due to increased market demand, business expansion, and effective operational strategy adjustments.

Key Financial Data

1. Total Operating Revenue: $25.347 billion in 2024, up 15.43%.

2. Interest Income, Net: $14.359 billion, slightly up, reflecting profitability in the improved interest rate environment.

3. Commission Expenses: Increased from $3.909 billion to $4.713 billion, while expenses increased, they were accompanied by the growth in operating revenue, indicating an increase in trading or service activity.

4. Non-Interest Income: Asset Management Fees grew by 14% YoY, benefiting from market improvement and strong asset management scale inflows.

Peer Comparison

1. Industry-wide Analysis: Over the past year, the banking industry as a whole has seen a general increase in operating revenue, benefiting from rising interest rates and economic recovery. Many large banks' operating revenue grew by 10%-20% YoY, showing a healthy industry trend.

2. Peer Evaluation Analysis: US Bank's operating revenue growth rate of 15.43% is in the middle-to-upper range of the industry, slightly lower than competitors like Morgan Stanley (20%), but still showing strong market performance.

Summary

This analysis indicates that US Bank performed well in terms of operating revenue growth, driven by market demand, business expansion, and increased interest net income. Although the revenue growth rate is slightly lower than industry leaders, the overall performance remains robust.

Opportunities

1. As the US economy recovers, credit demand is expected to continue growing, further driving operating revenue.

2. By strengthening wealth management and innovative products, banks can attract more customers and increase service revenue.

3. The improved interest rate environment offers more profit opportunities, especially in interest net income.

4. Business expansion and market segmentation strategies may bring new sources of revenue, especially in the small and medium-sized enterprises and individual customer sectors.

Risks

1. Uncertainty in economic growth and changes in future monetary policy may affect the profitability of the banking industry.

2. Increased commission expenses may to some extent compress profit margins, and if not effectively controlled, may affect overall financial performance.

3. Intensified competition, especially in retail and investment banking, may lead to a decline in market share.

4. A high-interest rate environment may dampen borrowing demand, affecting the potential for revenue growth.