Banrisul says 1Q26 profit falls 8.2% on higher expected credit losses despite wider net interest margin

• BANRISUL posted 1Q26 net profit of R$ 221.6 million, down 8.2% year on year; ROAE fell to 7.9% from 9.3%.
• Net interest income rose 12.5% to R$ 1.74 billion, driven by higher average rates and a larger treasury book.
• Credit loss expense climbed 62.1% to R$ 542.5 million, reflecting higher past-due loans and a larger credit portfolio.
• Administrative expenses increased 6.4% to R$ 1.23 billion, led by higher personnel costs.
• Versus 4Q25, profit fell 66.3% due to weaker other operating income following a large prior-quarter provision reversal.

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