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- **Record Financial Results**: Q3 net income up 1.9% YoY to CLP 927 million, with ROAC of 22.3%, leading the industry in profitability and asset quality.
- **Strategic Growth Focus**: Digital transformation and high-potential segments (SMEs, consumer loans) to regain market share, supported by 36.8% efficiency ratio.
- **Macroeconomic Resilience**: 2025 GDP forecast revised up to 2.5%, driven by domestic demand and investment, with inflation set to decline to 3.9%.
- **Capital Strength**: CET1 ratio of 14.2% provides flexibility for growth, with plans to normalize capital above regulatory limits over the medium term.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Strong Financial Performance**: Net income reached CLP 927 million in Q3 2025, up 1.9% year-over-year, with ROAC at 22.3%. This reflects robust customer income and cost control amid a challenging macroeconomic environment.
- **Macroeconomic Outlook**: GDP growth is expected to reach 2.5% for 2025, driven by domestic demand and investment, particularly in machinery and equipment. Inflation is projected to decline to 3.9% by year-end, with the Central Bank likely cutting rates to 4.5%.
- **Industry Leadership**: Banco de Chile maintains the highest market share in net income (22%) and ROAA (2.3%), outperforming peers. Asset quality remains strong, with a delinquency ratio of 1.6% and coverage ratio of 234%.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Operating revenue reached CLP 736 billion in Q3, up 2.1% YoY, driven by customer income (CLP 630 billion, +5.4% YoY) and fee income (+10% YoY). Non-customer income declined due to lower inflation-related revenues.
- **Loan Portfolio**: Total loans grew 3.7% YoY to CLP 39.6 trillion, with mortgage loans (+7.3% YoY) and SME loans (+4.8% YoY) leading. Consumer loans expanded 3.7% YoY, while corporate loans contracted 4.3% YoY.
- **Capital Strength**: CET1 ratio stood at 14.2%, well above regulatory requirements. The bank's efficiency ratio improved to 36.8%, reflecting cost discipline and digital transformation.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Growth Strategy**: Focus on digital transformation, high-potential segments (SMEs, consumer loans), and operational productivity to achieve top market share in commercial and consumer loans.
- **Election Impact**: Political uncertainty may affect investment, but a consensus on economic growth and tax policy could support domestic demand.
- **2026 Outlook**: Loan growth drivers include improving business confidence, lower inflation, and digital initiatives. Capital normalization will depend on loan growth, with a long-term target of 1.5-2% above regulatory limits.

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