Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft

NYSE:DB Stock Report

Market Cap: US$72.3b

Deutsche Bank Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 3/6

Deutsche Bank has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 17.6%, while the Capital Markets industry saw earnings growing at 6.9% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 5.1% per year. Deutsche Bank's return on equity is 8.9%, and it has net margins of 20%.

Key information

17.62%

Earnings growth rate

19.34%

EPS growth rate

Capital Markets Industry Growth10.26%
Revenue growth rate5.12%
Return on equity8.89%
Net Margin19.99%
Next Earnings Update28 Oct 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha • Jun 05

Deutsche Bank: The Story Of A Successful Turnaround

Summary Deutsche Bank has successfully executed a multi-year turnaround, transforming into a lean, profitable, and strategically balanced institution under CEO Christian Sewing. DB's diversified revenue streams span Corporate Bank, Investment Bank, Private Bank, and Asset Management, each profitable and with distinct risk and return profiles. The Corporate Bank provides stable, capital-light revenues, while the Investment Bank, though more volatile and capital-intensive, remains consistently profitable and risk-managed. I see a ~20% upside as DB trades below tangible book value, with limited growth but a compelling valuation-driven hold thesis. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jan 30

Deutsche Bank: 35% Tangible Book Discount Even As Company Confirms 2025 Targets

Summary Deutsche Bank derives 57% of its revenue from the Private Bank and Corporate Bank segments which saw weaker Q4 2024 profitability. The main profit drivers in Q4 2024 were the Investment Bank and Asset Management Segments which make up 43% of the bank's topline. The bank confirmed its +10% ROTE target for 2025, with higher profitability mainly expected to come from smaller non-recurring provisions and revenue growth. Even as I expect the bank to marginally miss its ROTE target, this is more than reflected in the current share price, confirming the Buy case for Deutsche Bank. Key risks to consider include weak German GDP growth and upcoming parliamentary elections, as well as the ongoing effect of ECB rate cuts on Private Bank profitability. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Nov 26

Deutsche Bank: A Buy The Dip Opportunity Might've Emerged

Summary Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft's stock has slipped month-over-month but remains up over 25% year-to-date, and likely presents a buy-the-dip opportunity. Despite recent concerns, Deutsche Bank's fundamentals seem strong, with key variables expected to stabilize soon. Systematic challenges and broader EU stock slumps contributed to the recent dip, but Deutsche's long-term outlook remains positive. We see Deutsche Bank as a deep value play, anticipating equilibrium in its key variables and the potential for solid returns. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Oct 02

Deutsche Bank: Attractively Valued Amid ECB Policy Normalization (Rating Upgrade)

Summary Deutsche Bank reports results in four distinct business segments, with a 44% net commission income exposure, making it less exposed to ECB rate cuts. Q2 2024 earnings were robust on an underlying basis but reported results were heavily impacted by the Postbank litigation provision. I expect the bank to deliver strong Q3 2024 results thanks to strength in the Investment Bank segment as well as a return to net flows in Asset Management. Analysts remain too pessimistic about the company's 2025 and 2026 prospects. The bank's valuation is also more attractive relative to its largest peer, Commerzbank. A key risk to consider is whether the ECB goes more aggressive on rate cuts given falling inflation and lackluster Eurozone growth. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Sep 15

Deutsche Bank: Attractive Business Mix

Summary Compared to other EU banks, DB is less reliant on higher-for-longer interest rates. We believe the company could return 30% of its market cap in the next three years. Supportive valuation on the tangible book value compared to peers. Our buy rating is then confirmed. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Aug 27

Deutsche Bank: Expect Resumption Of Buybacks In Q3

Summary Deutsche Bank's Q2 results were strong, but a €1.3 billion Postbank litigation provision overshadowed earnings and impacted capital distribution plans. Excluding the litigation charge, Deutsche Bank's pre-tax earnings for Q2 2024 were €1.7 billion, with an improved RoTE of 7.8%. Almost a month post Q2 earnings, however, significant settlement with 80 plaintiffs, covering 60% of claims, boosts capital reserves and may enable a share buyback in 2024. Deutsche Bank's path to meeting its 2025 targets, including a RoTE greater than 10%, appears increasingly attainable. In my view, the fair value is around $33 per share. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Aug 13

Deutsche Bank: Risk-Return Profile Not Attractive Enough Following Q2 Earnings

Summary Deutsche Bank reported muted Q2 2024 performance due to legacy issues from Postbank acquisition in 2010. Operating performance improved, but facing challenges with lower rates and potential decline in credit quality. Revenue growth is driven by investment banking, but NII growth softening; cost-cutting and efficiency improvements are needed for profitability. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jul 01

Deutsche Bank: Time To Take Some Profits After A Strong H1 2024 For German Banks (Rating Downgrade)

Summary Deutsche Bank has outperformed the iShares MSCI Europe Financials ETF by 10% in 2024. The bank saw 1% Y/Y higher revenue in Q1 2024, a return on tangible equity of 8.7%, and tangible book value of €29.26/share, up 3% Q/Q. All segments except the Private Bank saw a return on tangible equity of about 15%. Strong underlying performance should continue in Q2 2024, but reported results will be impacted by a legal provision related to the 2010 Postbank acquisition. The bank may yet provide further upside if it reaches its 2025 financial goals, which seems more challenging against the backdrop of rate cuts and higher wage demands. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Apr 17

Deutsche Bank May Knock Q1 Estimates Out Of The Park

Summary Deutsche Bank's stock could see an aggressive share price re-rating toward $35 due to positive momentum and upgraded strategic targets. The dovish shift in monetary policy sets a bullish backdrop for investment banking activities. Looking at Q1 2024, I expect that Deutsche Bank's results smash consensus estimates. I estimate that Deutsche Bank's revenue from the investment bank could jump by €300-400 million YoY, bringing total revenues to about €8.1 billion. On the bottom line, I expect profits to be up ~40% YoY, at €2.6-2.8 billion, vs. €2.2 billion consensus. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Deutsche Bank makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.

Earnings and Revenue History

NYSE:DB Revenue, expenses and earnings (EUR Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
30 Jun 2630,4656,09120,7470
31 Mar 2629,8275,94820,3650
31 Dec 2529,7275,84520,4750
30 Sep 2531,2755,40519,3400
30 Jun 2530,6545,26518,9740
31 Mar 2530,7934,60120,7630
31 Dec 2429,6753,76820,8450
30 Sep 2427,6324,46221,7060
30 Jun 2427,5134,00522,0580
31 Mar 2427,0034,11220,7790
31 Dec 2329,6505,83420,9320
30 Sep 2327,1694,82520,8130
30 Jun 2326,8514,85920,6080
31 Mar 2326,3985,26220,0460
31 Dec 2225,9855,04620,0270
30 Sep 2225,3913,17219,0880
30 Jun 2224,7012,23919,4870
31 Mar 2224,6282,08119,4920
31 Dec 2124,8962,00220,7730
30 Sep 2124,7742,09920,1790
30 Jun 2124,5742,10819,7780
31 Mar 2123,5361,09320,0440
31 Dec 2022,23614620,0820
30 Sep 2022,073-1,55819,9130
30 Jun 2021,481-2,70320,5050
31 Mar 2022,078-5,85521,2290
31 Dec 1922,441-5,72021,7770
30 Sep 1922,701-4,62622,5840
30 Jun 1923,700-3,55622,5360
31 Mar 1924,1543322,2360
31 Dec 1824,793-2523,0120
30 Sep 1825,052-2,02523,8090
30 Jun 1825,558-1,58923,8390
31 Mar 1825,602-1,50023,9080
31 Dec 1725,921-1,04923,8900
30 Sep 1727,000-51423,4770
30 Jun 1727,575-90523,8290
31 Mar 1728,161-1,32124,2180
31 Dec 1628,629-1,67824,7340
30 Sep 1628,096-1,90825,3900
30 Jun 1628,052-8,17725,7780
31 Mar 1629,953-7,35226,2730
31 Dec 1532,348-7,02226,7070
30 Sep 1534,114-4,46425,9680

Quality Earnings: DB has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: DB's current net profit margins (20%) are higher than last year (17.2%).

Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis

Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: DB's earnings have grown by 17.6% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: DB's earnings growth over the past year (15.7%) is below its 5-year average (17.6% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: DB earnings growth over the past year (15.7%) did not outperform the Capital Markets industry 34.4%.

Return on Equity

High ROE: DB's Return on Equity (8.9%) is considered low.

Return on Assets

Return on Capital Employed

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/08/16 02:17
End of Day Share Price 2026/08/14 00:00
Earnings2026/06/30
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft is covered by 32 analysts. 13 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Javier Esteban LarioBanco de Sabadell. S.A.
Jesús Gómez DominguezBanco Santander
Roberto de Aguiar AttuchBarclays