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KeyCorp (NYSE: KEY) announced a strategic minority investment of approximately $2.8 billion from Scotiabank (TSX: BNS) (NYSE: BNS), representing a 14.9% pro forma common stock ownership at a fixed price of $17.17 per share. This opportunistic capital raise is expected to:
- Increase KeyCorp's CET1 capital ratio by 195 basis points to 12.4%
- Boost tangible book value per share by over 10%
- Result in a net CET1 capital ratio of 11.3% to 11.6% after potential portfolio repositioning
- Be low single-digit accretive to 2025 earnings per share
The investment will be made in two tranches, with the initial 4.9% stake expected to be completed by end of August 2024, and the remaining purchase subject to Federal Reserve approval in Q1 2025.
Scotiabank has appointed Travis Machen as the CEO and Group Head of its Global Banking and Markets business. Mr. Machen will focus on expanding product offerings and earning more primary clients to deliver sustainable and profitable growth for the bank's GBM business. With over 25 years of industry expertise, Mr. Machen has a track record of success in the financial industry.
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Scotiabank has appointed Francisco Aristeguieta as Group Head of International Banking, effective May 1, 2023. With over 30 years of experience in international banking across Latin America, North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, Aristeguieta is set to enhance the bank's international strategy. He previously led the Asset Servicing business globally at a major financial institution. This leadership change comes as Ignacio Deschamps plans to retire, after contributing significantly to Scotiabank's international banking and digital transformation efforts since 2016. Scott Thomson, Scotiabank's CEO, emphasized that Aristeguieta's leadership will help drive engagement and sustainable growth for shareholders.
Scotiabank has committed $1.4 million to support the Campaign for Concordia: Next-Gen Now, aimed at enhancing opportunities for Indigenous and international students at Concordia University. This investment will fund two key programs: the Kaié:ri Nikawerà:ke Indigenous Bridging Program and the Career Roadmap for International Student Excellence (C-RISE). These initiatives aim to remove barriers and provide essential support for students, promoting diversity and inclusion at the university.
NEO Exchange announces the launch of the Scotia Emerging Markets Equity Index Tracker ETF, now trading under the symbol SITE. This ETF aims to replicate the performance of the Solactive GBS Emerging Markets Large & Mid Cap Index and is sub-advised by State Street Global Advisors. Scotia Global Asset Management has successfully listed five ETFs this year on NEO, reflecting their commitment to providing investment options in emerging markets. The NEO Exchange hosts over 250 listings and plays a significant role in Canadian ETF trading, handling approximately 20% of the market.
Scotiabank has announced the retirement of Brian Porter as President and CEO, effective January 31, 2023. Scott Thomson, currently CEO of Finning International Inc., will take over on February 1, 2023, after initially serving as President from December 1, 2022. Porter's tenure saw asset growth from $744 billion to $1.3 trillion and a repositioning towards higher growth markets. The transition aims to maintain the bank's strong performance and emphasis on digital transformation and customer service.