When other banks had 0-20% growth, I&M beat that plus the results are for I&M Bank not I&M Holdings so there are more goodies [good results] relating to Rwanda that might not be included in the 1Q as shown.
There was a huge turnaround in Mauritius from a loss in 1Q 2013 to a solid profit in 1Q 2014. So expect further profit growth y-o-y.
Consider that Rwanda's profits are NOT included in the 1Q results for the BANK. So when the HOLDINGS reports, it will include Rwanda.
Finally, I&M said in its Annual Report that non-payment by GoK to its contractors meant there were additional NPLs & provisions but with the successful Eurobond this amount can be reduced as the bank is repaid. This will do the following in 2Q or 3Q reporting:
1) add back both Suspended Interest
2) writeback of any amount provided for under CBK rules
3) reduce NPLs thus increasing the amount I&M can lend out by improving capital ratios
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