By Jesus Calero (Reuters) -Finnish lender Nordea Bank reported fourth-quarter operating earnings slightly above estimates on Thursday, saying that while lower interest rates did help the housing market,

Nordea's 2025 target is ROE above 15%, slightly higher than the current 14.7% market consensus. The bank will maintain its 60-70% dividend payout ratio and a 150 basis point capital buffer above regulatory requirements.

Nordea Bank Abp reported better-than-expected net interest income in the fourth quarter with its core business demonstrating resilience in the face of declining interest rates.

Finnish lender Nordea Bank reported fourth-quarter operating earnings slightly above estimates on Thursday and said the Nordic mortgage and corporate lending markets remained slow amid declining interest rates and an improving housing market.