Annual
Report
2024
(1) For additional information on the composition of these specified financial measures, see the
“Glossary” section of the management’s discussion and analysis (MD&A).
(2) Calculated pursuant to Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) Capital
Adequacy Requirements (CAR) Guideline, which is based on Basel Committee on Banking
Supervision (BCBS) standards.
(3) Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. For additional information, see the “Non-GAAP
measures” section of the MD&A, including the quantitative reconciliation of reported GAAP
measure to adjusted net income on pages 15 to 19.
$7.2B
Reported net income
$7.3B
Adjusted net income(3)
2024 highlights
We are guided
by our purpose –
to help make your
ambition a reality.
13.4%
Return on equity(1)
13.7%
Adjusted return
on equity(3)
Who we are
CIBC is a leading and well-diversified North American financial institution committed
to creating enduring value for all our stakeholders – our clients, team, communities
and shareholders. We are guided by our purpose – to help make your ambition a reality,
and we are activating our resources to create positive change and contribute to a more
equitable, inclusive and sustainable future.
Across our bank and our businesses – Personal and Business Banking, Commercial
Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets – our 48,000 employees
bring our purpose to life every day for our 14 million personal banking, business,
public sector and institutional clients in Canada, the U.S. and around the world.
Our strategy
Throughout 2024, we continued to focus on executing against our ambition of
building a modern relationship-oriented bank that delivers superior client experience
and top-tier shareholder returns while maintaining our financial strength, risk discipline
and advancing our purpose-driven culture. Going forward, we will drive long-term
growth and build on our momentum through our client-focused strategy that includes
four strategic priorities:
1. Growing our mass affluent and private wealth franchise in Canada and the U.S.;
2. Expanding our digital-first personal banking capabilities in Canada;
3. Delivering connectivity and differentiation to our clients; and
4. Enabling, simplifying and protecting our bank.
13.3%
Common Equity
Tier 1 (CET1) ratio(2)
Table of contents
2024 performance at a glance
Our commitment to ESG
i
Client experience
v
Message from the President and
Chief Executive Officer
vi
Message from the Chair of the Board xi
Enhanced Disclosure Task Force
xii
Management’s discussion
and analysis
1
Consolidated financial statements
104
Notes to the consolidated
financial statements
117
Quarterly review
188
Ten-year statistical review
190
Shareholder information
193
87.6%
Total shareholder return
40%
Canadian
Personal and
Business Banking
22%
Canadian
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
11%
U.S. Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
23%
Capital Markets
and Direct
Financial Services
4%
Corporate
and Other
Business mix
(% reported revenue)
2024 performance
at a glance
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for
additional details.
(2) Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. For additional information and a reconciliation of reported results to adjusted results, where applicable,
see the “Non-GAAP measures” section of the MD&A.
Reported revenue
($ billions)
Reported earnings
per share(1)
($)
Dividend
($/share)
Adjusted earnings
per share(1)(2)
($)
7.05
24
23(1)
22
6.73
3.27
3.44
24
23(1)
22
21.8
23.3
24
23(1)
22
5.17
6.68
24
23(1)
22
25.6
7.28
3.60
7.40
Financial highlights
For the year ended October 31 (Canadian $ in billions, except as noted)
2024
2023(1)
Financial results
Revenue
25.6
23.3
Provision for credit losses
2.0
2.0
Expenses
14.4
14.3
Reported/Adjusted net income(2)
7.2/7.3
5.0/6.5
Adjusted pre-provision, pre-tax earnings(2)
11.3
10.2
Financial measures (%)
Reported(3)/Adjusted efficiency ratio(2)
56.4/55.8
61.5/56.4
Reported(3)/Adjusted return on common shareholders’ equity (ROE)(2)
13.4/13.7
10.3/13.4
Net interest margin on average interest-earnings assets(3)(4)
1.47
1.49
Net interest margin on average interest-earnings assets (excluding trading)(5)
1.79
1.66
Total shareholder return
87.6
(15.9)
Common share information
Reported/Adjusted diluted earnings per share(2)
7.28/7.40
5.17/6.73
Market capitalization
82.1
45.5
Dividends (%)
Dividend yield
4.1
7.0
Reported(3)/Adjusted dividend payout ratio(2)
49.4/48.5
66.5/51.1
Net income by strategic business unit
Canadian Personal and Business Banking
2.7
2.4
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
1.9
1.9
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
0.5
0.4
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services
2.0
2.0
2024 financial scorecard
Medium-term target
Reported results
Adjusted results(2)
Diluted earnings per
share (EPS) growth
7%–10% annually(6)(7)
3-year CAGR(8) = 1.5%
5-year CAGR(8) = 5.4%
3-year CAGR = 0.8%
5-year CAGR = 4.4%
Return on equity
(ROE)(2)
At least 16%(6)(7)(9)
3-year average = 12.6%
5-year average = 12.8%
3-year average = 13.9%
5-year average = 14.0%
Operating leverage(2)
Positive(6)(7)
3-year average = 0.7%
5-year average = 0.7%
3-year average = 0.1%
5-year average = 0.1%
CET1 ratio
Strong buffer to
regulatory requirement
13.3%
Dividend
payout ratio(2)
40%–50%(6)(7)
3-year average = 54.9%
5-year average = 55.4%
3-year average = 48.6%
5-year average = 49.2%
Total shareholder
return
Outperform the S&P/TSX
Composite Banks Index over a
rolling three- and five-year period
3-year
5-year
CIBC:
36.4%
102.9%
Banks Index:
21.9%
63.8%
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. For additional information, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section of the MD&A, including the quantitative
reconciliations of reported GAAP measures to: adjusted net income on pages 15 to 19; and adjusted pre-provision, pre-tax earnings on page 20.
(3) For additional information on the composition of these specified financial measures, see the “Glossary” section of the MD&A.
(4) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(5) Net interest margin on average interest-earnings assets (excluding trading) is computed using total net interest income minus trading net interest income,
excluding the applicable TEB adjustment included therein, divided by total average interest-earning assets minus average trading interest-earning assets. For
additional information, see the “Glossary” section of the MD&A.
(6) Based on adjusted measures. Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. For additional information and a reconciliation of reported results to adjusted
results, where applicable, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section of the MD&A.
(7) Medium-term targets are defined as through the cycle. For additional information, see the “Overview” section of the MD&A.
(8) The 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is calculated from 2021 to 2024 and the 5-year CAGR is calculated from 2019 to 2024.
(9) Beginning in 2025, the adjusted ROE target is revised to 15%+ through the cycle.
At CIBC, we imagine a better world.
More equitable.
More inclusive.
More sustainable.
Where we can help everyone
achieve their goals.
Our commitment to ESG
Our environmental, social and governance (ESG)
strategy builds on our history of ESG stewardship.
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Our commitment to ESG
Building integrity and trust
We act with integrity and transparency to maintain
the trust that clients have placed in us
Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) on a
foundation of trust
While we have been utilizing traditional AI for decades, we are now
building Generative AI (GenAI) capabilities into select areas of our
business to enable our team to do more for our clients. As adoption
increases, our bank remains at the forefront of exploring how best
to leverage AI with a number of pilot initiatives and use cases
launching over the past year, including tools to help our frontline
team members access information about our products and services
more effectively.
As we take a measured approach to scaling AI-powered tools
across our bank, we continue to do so on a foundation of
responsibility and trust, guided by our CIBC Trustworthy AI
Principles and risk management frameworks.
In 2024, we developed a new Enterprise AI Framework and
are operationalizing it enterprise-wide. The purpose of this
Framework is to set out principles, governance structures and
requirements to ensure CIBC manages AI solutions appropriately
throughout the AI life cycle, while promoting business innovation
and effective decision-making. We also established an Enterprise
AI Governance Office to act as a control group and oversight
function to ensure compliance and sound management of
AI-related risks across the organization and to protect our
stakeholders’ interests.
AI research, innovation, and talent development
Our bank is committed to being at the vanguard of new
developments in AI within our enhanced governance framework.
We are aligned with leading organizations across this emerging
area focused on industry research and best practices for the
use of AI. For example, we are collaborating with Creative
Destruction Lab to explore new opportunities to leverage AI
within our bank to benefit stakeholders.
Critical to the successful adoption of AI is a focus on developing
a skilled and adaptable workforce both through upskilling our
employees as well as hiring new skilled talent. This year, we
strengthened our relationship with Vector Institute to enable
professional development for CIBC team members through
ongoing guidance and technical learning. We are also in the
process of hiring for more than 200 data and AI roles to
operationalize AI at scale to enhance the experience for clients
and team members, and continue to build out the governance
and guidelines within which AI operates.
We are also making an impact in this space through our long-
standing partnership with MaRS Discovery District. The final
edition of the Inclusive Design Challenge Series, a set of four
distinct Grand Challenges designed to seek solutions to address
employment barriers faced by persons with disabilities, focused
on AI bias in recruitment practices and its disproportionate
impact on persons with disabilities.
Strengthening cyber security
We constantly adapt our cybersecurity strategy to further
strengthen our defences, adapt to evolving threats, protect our
clients from fraud, mitigate risks associated with third parties,
and enhance CIBC’s operational resilience. In 2024, we continued
to make significant investments to enrich our security processes,
including expanded access control and migrating to modern
solutions such as strong software-based authentication and
cloud solutions, to enhance our cyber program and capabilities.
We conduct rigorous system and network monitoring and
empower CIBC employees with cyber knowledge through our
enhanced security awareness program. To keep validating our
resilience and preparedness to combat security threats, we also
conduct thorough cyber testing and implement lessons learned
into our program.
Enhancing disclosure and transparency
CIBC is working to advance the adoption of future ESG disclosure
requirements. In preparation, we have established an enterprise
program with executive accountability. The program is governed
by an executive steering committee with enterprise-wide
representation from Enterprise ESG, Finance, Global Operational
Risk Management, Technology, Infrastructure and Innovation,
Workforce Transformation and Compliance, to prepare for future
ESG disclosure regulations.
CIBC won the Best Gen-AI Initiative technology award in
The Digital Banker’s 2024 Global Transaction Banking Innovation
Awards, recognizing the bank’s transformational work on its
Knowledge Central Generative AI pilot.
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Creating access to opportunities
We partner to build equitable and resilient communities
where ambitions are more attainable for all
Our commitment to ESG
Building on our long history of giving back to our communities,
CIBC and the CIBC Foundation aim to champion economic
and financial inclusion, particularly in the Black community,
Indigenous community, and those living with a disability.
To help increase access to opportunity for young people from
these priority communities, CIBC established financial support
awards and bursaries in several Canadian post-secondary
institutions, including the CIBC Co-Op Student Award for Equity
and Excellence at the Ted Rogers School of Management at
Toronto Metropolitan University. This award provides financial
support to students from the Black and Indigenous communities
and students with disabilities.
CIBC continues to make meaningful progress against our five-
year accessibility roadmap, a core focus of our Accessibility
Action Committee that champions accessibility across our bank
with executive sponsors reporting progress to the Inclusion
Leadership Council chaired by our CEO. We continue to
demonstrate our leadership in the community through a variety
of activities, including our annual Accessibility Innovation
Conference to recognize Disability Employment Awareness
Month. We also launched a new eLearning course for employees
to increase awareness and build confidence in delivering inclusive
interactions with clients and team members with disabilities.
In 2024, CIBC aligned its philanthropic strategy across the
U.S. and Canada by providing U.S. employees with access
to our giving platform and extending Miracle Day celebrations
into Chicago. CIBC Foundation also committed its first grants to
U.S. organizations focused on economic and financial inclusion.
Supporting inclusion and economic prosperity
for everyone
Our community development in the U.S. remained strong
with a focus on affordable housing. In 2024, CIBC financed
projects totalling US$123 million resulting in 500 units
of affordable housing across the country, in particular in
the Midwestern United States, under the U.S. Community
Reinvestment Act to develop housing for low- and moderate-
income communities.
To further our commitment to support housing development in
First Nations communities, we continue to grow our Indigenous
Housing Loan Program. In 2024, we entered into partnerships
with six First Nations across Canada with total authorized
lending of $34.5 million for housing loans.
Recognizing that skilled trades play a vital role in economic
growth and prosperity in Canada, and skilled trades workers
contribute to the expansion and modernization of the country’s
infrastructure, CIBC launched a first-of-its-kind banking offer for
students and apprentices in skilled trades providing them with
free everyday banking. CIBC has also committed to funding over
$250,000 in scholarships for students considering a career in
skilled trades at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, the
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, and the Skilled Trades
College of Canada.
As part of our commitment to remove barriers to access
for newcomers and make their lives easier, CIBC launched a
bundled credit card and deposit account application for those
new to Canada. Through an innovative ‘two for one’ application,
newcomers to the country can now apply for two financial
products by submitting only one online digital application,
making it faster and more convenient to make key banking
decisions and helping advance the settlement journey.
CIBC was awarded Silver-level standing in the Partnership
Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program,
from the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB).
This multi-year certification process recognizes organizations
who have established strong and ongoing working relationships
that create wealth for Indigenous businesses and communities.
The Silver-level certification reflects CIBC’s long-standing
dedication to economic reconciliation.
CIBC received the Indigenous Reconciliation Award and the
Innovation Award as part of the 2024 Employment Equity
Achievement Awards (EEAA) organized by Canada’s Minister
of Labour and Seniors for the second consecutive year.
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Accelerating climate action
We support solutions to address climate change,
to help transition to a sustainable, low carbon future
Our commitment to ESG
Achieving CIBC’s collective sustainability ambitions requires
industry-wide change through collaboration and partnership.
In addition to directly supporting our clients, CIBC is further
integrating climate considerations into our business strategy
and risk management, working towards our net-zero ambition.
We are partnering within the broader ecosystem to mobilize
capital, and bringing together experts to further the conversation
around energy transition.
Helping our clients advance environmental
stewardship and sustainability
We have built a strong and growing renewables franchise to
provide our clients with expert advice, capital, and access to
capital markets. This has been achieved through strategic client
engagements on advisory and financing activities.
Leveraging our global presence, CIBC acted as financial advisor,
placement agent, bookrunner, and mandated lead arranger to
Ventient Energy, one of the largest independent renewable power
producers in Europe, in a €2.6 billion(1) refinancing, representing
one of the largest onshore wind structured financings globally, as
of the transaction date.
CIBC also acted as sole green loan coordinator, sole bookrunner,
coordinating lead arranger and administrative agent for a
US$654 million(1) green loan supporting Arevon Energy, Inc.’s
Eland 2 Solar-plus-Storage Project. Arevon is a renewable energy
company in North America, and the 374 megawatt (MWdc)
solar project coupled with 150 MW/600 megawatt hours
(MWh) of energy storage represents one of the largest power
plants in the company’s portfolio, as of the transaction date.
CIBC became the first financial institution to deploy capital under
Export Development Canada’s Sustainable Finance Guarantee
(SFG) pilot program. Under the SFG program, Wolf Midstream
successfully closed its inaugural $200 million(1) term loan credit
facility. The proceeds from Wolf Midstream’s facility will be used
for carbon transportation and sequestration projects that support
industrial decarbonization.
In addition, CIBC acted as sole structuring advisor to the
Government of Canada on its updated Green Bond Framework, an
important step in strengthening the Canadian sustainable finance
market. To reflect the latest sustainable finance developments and
Canadian leadership in nuclear power generation, Canada was one
of the first sovereign nations to include nuclear as an eligible use
of proceeds under its Green Bond Framework.
As part of CIBC’s previously announced funding commitment
in 2021, CIBC has advanced almost half of its $100 million
commitment to funds investing in sectors including carbon
technology, low carbon fuels, energy storage, and hydrogen.
Our bank hosted two significant summits to engage stakeholders
in critical conversations about the energy transition. The
inaugural Electrification Summit provided insights from expert
panels on the progress of electrification in Europe and North
America, highlighting opportunities to transition to clean
electricity. The 2nd annual Carbon Summit focused on the
evolution of carbon markets and their connection to energy
transition, attracting Canadian and international delegates
such as companies on their net-zero journey, carbon project
developers, technologists, policy makers, and capital allocators.
Our net-zero ambition
Our ambition is to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions from our operational and financing activities by 2050.(3)
In addition to our interim 2030 targets for oil and gas, and power
generation portfolios, we set an interim 2030 net-zero target for our
automotive manufacturing portfolio. We will continue to track our
performance and publish our progress toward our 2030 interim net-
zero targets for financed emissions related to these three sectors.
To support the operationalization of our net-zero ambition and
inform business planning, we are evolving our climate transition
planning. This involves an assessment of our energy clients’
transition goals and actions and ongoing engagement for insights
into their plans and progress. With this knowledge, we aim to
provide our clients with solutions to achieve our shared objectives.
(1) The amount reflected against each deal is the total transaction value. Where applicable, CIBC is part of a syndicate of lenders.
(2) January 1 to October 31, 2024.
(3) Financing activities captured in our net-zero ambition relate to the specific sectors and their boundaries where we have set interim targets and include
our lending commitments and facilitated financing, which is CIBC’s share of actual economic allocation for equity capital markets and debt capital
markets underwritings, where applicable. Further details on our Net-Zero Approach can be found at www.cibc.com, Sustainability.
CIBC ranked #3 in North American
Project Finance Renewables by
IJ Global(2)
CIBC wins at 2024 Global Finance awards:
Best Investment Bank in Canada; Best Bank for
Green Bonds, Global; Best Bank for Sustainable
Bonds, Global; Best Bank for Sustainable
Infrastructure Finance, North America; Best
Bank for Sustainable Project Finance, North
America; Best Bank for Transition/Sustainability
Linked Loans, North America.
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Client experience
Delivering differentiated experiences for our Imperial Service
clients: We continue to enhance the value proposition for
our clients with exclusive offers and partnerships to deepen
relationships. A key focus is to ensure clients are in the right
offer and to develop personalized journeys for key segments to
ensure we deliver regular, consistent and personalized client
engagements that are meaningful and strengthen the banking
experience for our mass affluent clients.
Tailored insights, advice and financial planning: We continue to
help our clients manage their finances with ease. Our CIBC Smart
Planner tool has been leveraged by more than 645,000 clients
since our launch last year which provides clients timely insights
into their spending habits to help them track and manage
their goals. Our financial advisors have also helped more than
398,000 households build a personalized financial plan using
our goal-setting platform, CIBC GoalPlanner. We continue to see
higher satisfaction scores from clients that have experienced
these tools as we help them achieve their ambitions.
Easy digital self-serve for newcomers: We enhanced our
Newcomer to Canada offer with the launch of CIBC Smart
Arrival to help clients open a CIBC deposit account in as little
as 10 minutes. Once set up, clients can deposit funds directly
into the account prior to their arrival so money is available
once in Canada. Making this big move is stressful and CIBC
endeavours to make setting up bank accounts and credit cards
as easy as possible.
Seamless experience for our student clients: We launched
CIBC Best Student Life Bundle, a digital-exclusive offer that
enables new full-time Canadian and International students to
apply for their essential banking needs in less than 15 minutes
through one application. This is one of the many ways we
continue to make banking easier for our clients.
Our goal across our entire bank is to be a trusted advisor to our clients and help make
their ambitions a reality. In 2024, we continued to enhance their experience with us by
listening and learning from their feedback, making it easier to bank with us, improving
their digital journey and deepening relationships. Here are a few of the many initiatives
helping our clients achieve their ambitions.
We used up all of our savings
for the move and weren’t sure
how life would be once we
arrived. Shiella helped and
explained finances from the
moment I arrived here. With
the help of CIBC, we are here in
Canada all together and not to
be apart anymore.
Lore T.
CIBC client
With my advisor’s help,
I’m more confident with my
finances. I’ve been able to
change the style of work that
I do, and where I’m really
working for myself now.
Shelley
CIBC client
Core to our strategy is growing
with our customers, we need
a bank willing to grow with us.
CIBC took the time to understand
our business. Relationships are
critical to us. We like that CIBC
is willing and desirous of building
a relationship with us.
Rick Organ
CIBC client and CEO of
Hynes Industries
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Message from the
President and Chief Executive Officer
Our business results were strong this year. We delivered positive
operating leverage, built our capital strength, and delivered
record revenues and net income. Our client experience scores
increased again this year, and are a testament to our team and
the relationships we continue to build with our clients.
We helped clients start and grow businesses across borders,
navigate challenges in the economy, pay for their children’s
education, save for their retirement – wherever they needed us,
we were there. The deep client relationships we have built across
our business are the foundation for our performance today and
in the future.
Consistency driven by a clear strategy and
strong execution
Our strong performance this year is rooted in the disciplined,
consistent execution of our strategy across our team. We’ve built a
client-focused plan for growth, allocating our resources and talent
to the areas where we see the greatest opportunities, aligned with
our greatest strengths. We continue to emphasize organic growth
and depth of relationship, underpinned by a differentiated platform
and a connected culture.
It’s working.
Our bank is attracting new clients, deepening relationships with
existing ones, and capitalizing on growth opportunities across
our key geographic platforms, while being disciplined in our
execution and managing our business prudently in a more fluid
economic environment.
Through these efforts, in 2024, our bank reported earnings
of $7.2 billion or $7.28 per share, and on an adjusted basis(1)
$7.3 billion or $7.40 per share. Revenue of $25.6 billion was
up 10% from the year prior, and adjusted pre-provision pre-tax
earnings(1) of $11.33 billion were up 11% from last year.
We have successfully built our capital strength with our
CET1 ratio at 13.3%.
Our bank is attracting new clients,
deepening relationships with existing ones,
and capitalizing on growth opportunities
across our key geographic platforms.
Victor G. Dodig
President and Chief Executive Officer
CIBC’s strong performance in 2024 is a reflection of our entire
team’s commitment to executing on our strategy, delivering for
our stakeholders, and living our purpose – to help make your
ambition a reality.
(1) Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. For additional information
and a reconciliation of reported results to adjusted results, where
applicable, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section of the MD&A.
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Our strong credit performance and continued margin expansion
are a direct outcome of our client-focused strategy. Over many
years, we’ve invested in building deep relationships with our
clients and they value what our team brings to the table.
Underpinning these results is our execution against the four
pillars of our strategy. We’re succeeding in furthering our
relationships in the mass affluent and private wealth markets
through investments in our teams and an emphasis on advice.
We continue to invest in our digital platforms, where we’re
delivering an excellent client experience. Increasingly, we are
doing more business with clients who prefer to interact with our
CIBC and Simplii brands through self-serve channels. We’re highly
connected across our Commercial Banking and Capital Markets
businesses, which is paying off with growth in key segments.
And we’re focused on enabling, simplifying, and protecting our
bank with progress in areas like Generative AI and continued
investments in our talent and our technology platforms.
Furthering our momentum across our Canadian
consumer franchise
Our Canadian Consumer franchise has shown remarkable
momentum. We welcomed over 613,000 net new clients across
our Canadian consumer platforms over the last twelve months –
including robust growth among students and newcomers to
Canada, both key growth segments for the future. We furthered
our offerings to include a new first-to-market banking package
for Canadians pursuing a career in the skilled trades to build
on our momentum.
Our Imperial Service offer continues to thrive, as we’ve invested
in our technology and our team, recognizing the significant
growth opportunity in the mass affluent market.
We made numerous improvements to our products and services
in 2024. Since its launch last year, our CIBC Smart Planner tool
has been used by over 645,000 clients to help them manage
their goals and keep track of their spending habits. This is in
addition to the over 398,000 households that our advisors have
helped build plans for using CIBC GoalPlanner.
Our success in digital is evident. Our digital engagement has
reached 87%, a testament to the importance of having the
robust digital channels we’ve built, and 38% of our new products
opened by our clients have been through digital channels.
$10.2B
Canadian Personal and
Business Banking
$5.7B
Canadian Commercial Banking
and Wealth Management
$2.8B
U.S. Commercial Banking
and Wealth Management
$5.8B
Capital Markets and
Direct Financial Services
2024 revenue by business segment
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Meeting the lifetime needs of our clients in the
private economy across North America
Having our Commercial Banking and Wealth Management teams
operate together in both Canada and the U.S. enables us to better
meet the lifetime needs of our clients, notably entrepreneurs and
business owners.
In Canada, we took a prudent approach to growth in our
Commercial Banking business given a more fluid economic
environment. While this meant top line growth was slower
in 2024, we focused on clients and sectors we know well,
and maintained our strong credit quality, which gives us a
foundation to accelerate high-quality growth moving forward
as conditions improve.
Our Wealth Management business continued its momentum
in 2024. We saw a 30% year-over-year growth in assets under
administration. We ranked #1 among the Big 6 banks in Canada
in the sale of long-term mutual funds in 2024, a testament to
the quality of our asset management business and strength of
our distribution across our advice-based channels.
In the U.S., we continue to grow our business alongside sectors
and geographies that are thriving and well-positioned for the
future. In our Commercial Banking business we’ve successfully
transitioned our portfolio, de-emphasizing the office portfolio
in our commercial real estate business while accelerating our
focus on our commercial and industrial lines of business. Our
presence in fast-growing markets in Florida, Texas and California
aligns us well with current and future opportunities. Our U.S.
wealth management business delivered strong growth in 2024,
with assets under administration up 15% from last year, through
constructive markets as well as continued investment
in technology and talent.
Overall, our U.S. footprint is delivering results through a selective,
strategic approach to growth with entrepreneurs and affluent
clients in key markets, while continuing to invest in other
important business areas. We are well positioned to further this
growth momentum in 2025 and beyond.
Delivering consistent, sustainable growth in
Capital Markets
Our differentiated Capital Markets platform is delivering for our
stakeholders through a consistent strategy and strong execution.
We were there for our clients with the right advice and insights
to help them capitalize on market opportunities. Strong client
demand drove record activity in our debt capital markets
business, and trading revenues were robust again in 2024
trending above our three-year average.
We continue to expand our Capital Markets business in the U.S.
aligned to our strategy, delivering revenue growth of 21% in 2024.
This marks the third consecutive year of double-digit growth in this
market, by strategically investing in the opportunities for growth
that best reflect the needs of our clients. As one example, CIBC
was ranked third for renewables project financing in the U.S. by
IJ Global(1), a reflection of our focus on the new economy as an
area of opportunity on both sides of the border.
Our Direct Financial Services business continued to grow, with
a three-year cumulative annual growth rate of 16% in 2024, as
we continue to bring innovation and expertise to our clients in
those important segments.
Investing in the future
We’ve continued to make important investments in talent
to strengthen our team, and in technology to leverage new
developments in areas like AI and digital to do more for our
clients. This commitment to AI is evidenced by CIBC’s significant
momentum in the Evident AI Index, where our bank achieved
the greatest year-over-year improvement among all banks in
the index.
We are invested in the ethical development and use of AI across
our bank. We rolled out several Generative AI (Gen AI) pilots,
including the CIBC AI Platform to foster innovation among our
team members, GitHub CoPilot to boost productivity for our
developers, and the Knowledge Central Interface to better serve
our clients.
We’ve continued to make important
investments in talent to strengthen our
team, and in technology to leverage new
developments in areas like AI and digital
to do more for our clients.
(1) January 1 to October 31, 2024.
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Message from the President and Chief Executive Officer
In 2024, we maintained our focus on
building leadership bench strength by
giving new and expanded accountabilities
to leaders.
Kikelomo Lawal
Executive Vice-
President and Chief
Legal Officer
Shawn Beber
Senior Executive
Vice-President and
Group Head, U.S.
Region; President and
CEO, CIBC Bank USA
Hratch Panossian
Senior Executive
Vice-President and
Group Head, Canadian
Personal and Business
Banking
Harry Culham
Senior Executive
Vice-President and
Group Head, Capital
Markets, Global Asset
Management and
Enterprise Strategy
Susan Rimmer
Senior Executive
Vice-President
and Group Head,
Canadian Commercial
Banking and Wealth
Management
Heather Kaine
Executive
Vice-President and
Chief Auditor
Robert Sedran
Senior Executive
Vice-President and
Chief Financial Officer
Sandy Sharman
Senior Executive
Vice-President and
Group Head, People,
Culture and Brand
Frank Guse
Senior Executive
Vice-President and
Chief Risk Officer
Christina Kramer
Senior Executive
Vice-President
and Group Head,
Technology,
Infrastructure and
Innovation
Executive team
Victor G. Dodig
President and
Chief Executive Officer
These targeted, disciplined and strategic investments position
us well to meet the evolving needs of our clients and deliver
superior shareholder value. They complement our continued
investment in the foundations of our bank in areas such as
technology, anti-money laundering and other key processes.
Commitment to sustainability and community
CIBC remains committed to enabling a more equitable, inclusive,
and sustainable future.
In addition to CIBC’s own ambition to achieve net-zero GHG
emissions from our operational and financing activities by
2050, we have built a leading renewables franchise focused on
providing clients with expert guidance and access to the capital
they need to reach their climate objectives.
Recognizing that access to affordable housing is central to
building more inclusive societies, we have made substantial
investments on both sides of the border. In the U.S., we financed
affordable housing projects for low- and moderate-income
communities totalling US$123 million under the Community
Reinvestment Act. In Canada, our bank authorized lending of
$34.5 million for housing to six First Nations partners from
regions across the country.
Jon Hountalas
Vice Chair,
North American
Banking
CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT
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Our team’s commitment to the communities where we live
and work was stronger than ever in 2024.
This year marked CIBC’s 28th year as title sponsor of
the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure, with
13,000 team members participating at 53 run sites from coast-
to-coast-to-coast. A total of $15 million was raised in 2024, with
$2.5 million from Team CIBC. We are equally proud of our long-
running tradition of CIBC Miracle Day, now in its 40th year. In
2024, $6 million was donated to children’s charities worldwide.
These long-term commitments to our communities are a part of
the CIBC DNA, and will remain a cornerstone of our leadership
into the future.
Investing in our team and the next generation
of leaders
Key to the future of our bank is our continued investment in
our leaders and our team. In 2024, we maintained our focus on
building leadership bench strength by giving new and expanded
accountabilities to leaders, enabling them to understand our
clients’ needs from multiple perspectives inside our bank. This
builds a broader view of our client base and our opportunities
among CIBC leaders, further enhancing the connectivity across
our team and setting us apart from our peers.
We continue to see the positive impact when teams feel
connected and engaged. Our bank continued to prioritize
employee engagement as a central pillar of our strategy and an
integral part of our culture. This is evident in our robust employee
engagement scores, which reached 80% across our bank in
2024, exceeding Global Financial Services and Global High
Performing Norms.
Opportunities ahead
Our achievements in 2024 are a testament to the dedication
and hard work of our team members, the trust and loyalty of
our clients, and the steadfast support of our shareholders.
As we look ahead to 2025, thanks to our client-focused
approach, diversified business model, and prudent management,
we are confident in our ability to continue to deliver strong
shareholder returns and navigate the economic environment
with resilience and adaptability.
It’s an invigorating time to be at CIBC.
As I meet with team members across our business, there is a
shared sense of optimism about where we are headed. Feeling
the momentum of our strategy in action, the power of our
purpose, and the impact we are making for our clients and
communities is exciting.
In 2025 and beyond, we will remain focused on executing our
strategy, staying true to our purpose of making ambitions real
as we drive sustainable growth and create enduring value for
all our stakeholders.
Victor G. Dodig
President and Chief Executive Officer
Message from the President and Chief Executive Officer
$2.5M
raised by Team CIBC –
Canadian Cancer Society
CIBC Run for the Cure
event, 2024.
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Message from the
Chair of the Board
In 2024, your Board was highly engaged with CIBC’s management
team through a year of strong performance and momentum, as
we continued to oversee the execution of the bank’s business
strategy. This includes a focus on governance, further expanding
the breadth of perspectives across our Board, and continuing to
strengthen the bank’s talent pipeline today and into the future.
This year, the CIBC team made steady progress in advancing
the bank’s client-focused strategy, through a relentless focus on
execution and a highly connected culture. These efforts resulted
in strong business performance and value creation in 2024.
Among the highlights, the bank is excelling in attracting new
clients and further enhancing client experience, growing across
borders, and continuing to invest in technology and talent for the
future. The strong foundation built leading into 2024 has enabled
the bank to accelerate its growth, underpinned by a robust capital
position and strong credit quality – areas where your Board
works closely with management through our robust governance
processes. The bank’s performance is perhaps best reflected in
CIBC’s industry-leading total shareholder return.
Succession planning at the leadership level has consistently been
one of your Board’s top priorities, and one that we continued
to emphasize in 2024. This year we were again proactive in
broadening the experience of our leadership team by expanding
mandates for key senior leaders, providing them with new
opportunities to lead, and furthering connectivity across CIBC.
This approach deepens our already robust leadership bench
strength, complementing the Board and management’s ongoing
focus on comprehensive talent development, and positioning our
leadership team well for the future.
The Board also continues to oversee CIBC’s progress on its
ESG strategy, including by keeping informed on the evolving
landscape, emerging regulatory developments and stakeholder
perspectives. This year, CIBC set an inaugural interim net-zero
target for the automotive manufacturing portfolio, and in its
latest Climate Report, continued to report on progress towards
its net-zero ambition and the bank’s previously established
interim 2030 financed emissions targets.
Your 2024 Board is comprised of directors with broad experience
and deep expertise, reflecting the clients and communities served
by CIBC. Half of our Board consists of women or people of colour,
and our Board includes a First Nations director and a director who
identifies as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. We also took
further steps to diversify the skills and experience of your Board
with the addition of Mr. François Poirier in September. François is
President and CEO of TC Energy Corporation. He brings significant
experience in leadership, strategy, ESG, investment banking and
capital markets, consulting and governance and we’re pleased to
add his expertise to your Board moving forward.
On behalf of CIBC’s shareholders and fellow Board members,
I’d like to thank Mr. Luc Desjardins who retired from your Board
in April 2024. We sincerely appreciate his years of dedicated
service to the Board and to CIBC stakeholders.
As we look to the future, CIBC and its leadership team are
engaging with purpose in making ambitions real and continuing
to proactively manage the bank and execute its growth strategy.
I would like to thank Victor Dodig, our President and CEO,
and our entire CIBC team, for their contribution to the strong
performance of our bank in 2024. We are confident that CIBC
is well positioned to continue to create sustainable value for all
stakeholders in 2025 and beyond.
Katharine B. Stevenson
Chair of the Board
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Enhanced Disclosure Task Force
The Enhanced Disclosure Task Force (EDTF), established by the Financial Stability Board, released its report “Enhancing the Risk Disclosures of
Banks” in 2012, which included thirty-two disclosure recommendations. The index below provides the listing of these disclosures, along with their
locations. EDTF disclosures are located in our management’s discussion and analysis, consolidated financial statements, and supplementary
packages, which may be found on our website (www.cibc.com). No information on CIBC’s website, including the supplementary packages, should
be considered incorporated herein by reference.
Topics
Recommendations
Disclosures
Management’s
discussion
and analysis
Consolidated
financial
statements
Pillar 3 Report and
Supplementary
regulatory
capital disclosure
Page references
General
1
Index of risk information – current page
2
Risk terminology and measures
100–103
95–97
3
Top and emerging risks
53–56
4
Key future regulatory ratio requirements
37, 39–40, 75, 77
164
17, 26
Risk
governance,
risk
management
and business
model
5
Risk management structure
46, 47
6
Risk culture and appetite
45, 48–50
7
Risks arising from business activities
45–52, 56
8
Bank-wide stress testing
35–36, 52, 60, 65,
71, 73
Capital
adequacy
and risk-
weighted
assets
9
Minimum capital requirements
35–37
164
10
Components of capital and
reconciliation to the consolidated
regulatory balance sheet
39
16–19
11
Regulatory capital flow statement
40
20
12
Capital management and planning
35, 37
164
13
Business activities and risk-weighted
assets
41, 56
5
14
Risk-weighted assets and capital
requirements
38, 41
3, 5, 6
15
Credit risk by major portfolios
58–63
39–53, 62
16
Risk-weighted assets flow statement
40, 41
5, 11
17
Back-testing of models
52, 60
93, 94
Liquidity
18
Liquid assets
74
Funding
19
Encumbered assets
74, 79
20
Contractual maturity of assets, liabilities
and off-balance sheet instruments
78–80
21
Funding strategy and sources
78
Market risk
22
Reconciliation of trading and
non-trading portfolios to the
consolidated balance sheet
69
23
Significant trading and non-trading
market risk factors
68–72
24
Model assumptions, limitations and
validation procedures
52, 68–72
25
Stress testing and scenario analysis
35, 51, 52, 56, 71
Credit risk
26
Analysis of credit risk exposures
61–67, 80
137–144, 151, 153,
154, 179, 183
12–13, 51–83, 89–92
27
Impaired loan and forbearance
techniques
58, 65, 86
119–120, 144
28
Reconciliation of impaired loans and the
allowance for credit losses
65
139
29
Counterparty credit risk arising from
derivatives
58, 62
130, 132, 151,
153–155
72, 75, 92, 35 (1)
30
Credit risk mitigation
58, 62
153–155
30, 72, 74, 92
Other risks
31
Other risks
80–84
32
Discussion of publicly known risk
events
53–56, 80
176
(1) Included in supplementary financial information package.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Management’s discussion and analysis
Management’s discussion and analysis (MD&A) is provided to enable readers to assess CIBC’s financial condition and results of operations as at and
for the year ended October 31, 2024, compared with prior years. The MD&A should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial
statements. Unless otherwise indicated, all financial information in this MD&A has been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRS or GAAP) and all amounts are expressed in Canadian dollars. Certain disclosures in the MD&A have been shaded as they form an
integral part of the consolidated financial statements. The MD&A is current as of December 4, 2024. Additional information relating to CIBC, including
the Annual Information Form, is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com and on the United States (U.S.) Securities and Exchange Commission’s
(SEC) website at www.sec.gov. No information on CIBC’s website (www.cibc.com) should be considered incorporated herein by reference. A glossary
of terms used in the MD&A and the audited consolidated financial statements is provided on pages 97 to 103 of this Annual Report.
2
External reporting
changes
2
Overview
2
Our strategy
2
Performance against
objectives
4
Financial highlights
5
Economic and market
environment
5
Year in review – 2024
5
Outlook for calendar year
2025
6
Significant events
6
Financial performance
overview
6
2024 Financial results review
7
Net interest income and
margin
7
Non-interest income
8
Trading revenue (TEB)
8
Provision for credit losses
9
Non-interest expenses
9
Taxes
10 Foreign exchange
10 Fourth quarter review
11 Quarterly trend analysis
12 Review of 2023 financial
performance
14 Non-GAAP measures
21 Strategic business units
overview
22 Canadian Personal and
Business Banking
24 Canadian Commercial Banking
and Wealth Management
27 U.S. Commercial Banking
and Wealth Management
30 Capital Markets and
Direct Financial Services
33 Corporate and Other
34 Financial condition
34 Review of condensed
consolidated balance sheet
35 Capital management
43 Off-balance sheet
arrangements
45 Management of risk
85 Accounting and control
matters
85 Critical accounting policies
and estimates
89 Accounting developments
89 Other regulatory developments
90 Related-party transactions
90 Policy on the Scope of
Services of the Shareholders’
Auditor
90 Controls and procedures
91 Supplementary annual
financial information
97 Glossary
A NOTE ABOUT FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: From time to time, we make written or oral forward-looking statements within the meaning of certain securities laws,
including in this Annual Report, in other filings with Canadian securities regulators or the SEC and in other communications. All such statements are made pursuant to the “safe
harbour” provisions of, and are intended to be forward-looking statements under applicable Canadian and U.S. securities legislation, including the U.S. Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements made in the “Message from the President and Chief Executive Officer”, “Overview – Performance
against objectives”, “Economic and market environment – Outlook for calendar year 2025”, “Significant events”, “Financial performance overview – Taxes”, “Strategic business
units overview – Canadian Personal and Business Banking”, “Strategic business units overview – Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management”, “Strategic business
units overview – U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management”, “Strategic business units overview – Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services”, “Financial condition –
Capital management”, “Financial condition – Off-balance sheet arrangements”, “Management of risk – Risk overview”, “Management of risk – Top and emerging risks”,
“Management of risk – Credit risk”, “Management of risk – Market risk”, “Management of risk – Liquidity risk”, “Accounting and control matters – Critical accounting policies and
estimates”, “Accounting and control matters – Accounting developments”, “Accounting and control matters – Other regulatory developments” and “Accounting and control
matters – Controls and procedures” sections of this report and other statements about our operations, business lines, financial condition, risk management, priorities, targets and
sustainability commitments (including with respect to net-zero emissions and our environmental, social and governance (ESG) related activities), ongoing objectives, strategies,
the regulatory environment in which we operate and outlook for calendar year 2025 and subsequent periods. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by the words
“believe”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “intend”, “estimate”, “forecast”, “target”, “predict”, “commit”, “ambition”, “goal”, “strive”, “project”, “objective” and other similar expressions or
future or conditional verbs such as “will”, “may”, “should”, “would” and “could”. By their nature, these statements require us to make assumptions, including the economic
assumptions set out in the “Economic and market environment – Outlook for calendar year 2025” section of this report, and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may
be general or specific. Given the continuing impact of the interest rate, inflationary, macroeconomic, banking and regulatory environment, the impact of hybrid work arrangements
and the lagged impact of high interest rates on the U.S. real estate sector, the softening labour market and uncertain political conditions in the U.S., and the war in Ukraine and
conflict in the Middle East on the global economy, financial markets, and our business, results of operations, reputation and financial condition, there is inherently more uncertainty
associated with our assumptions as compared to prior periods. A variety of factors, many of which are beyond our control, affect our operations, performance and results, and
could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations expressed in any of our forward-looking statements. These factors include: inflationary pressures; global
supply-chain disruptions; geopolitical risk, including from the war in Ukraine and conflict in the Middle East, the occurrence, continuance or intensification of public health
emergencies, such as the impact of post-pandemic hybrid work arrangements, and any related government policies and actions; credit, market, liquidity, strategic, insurance,
operational, reputation, conduct and legal, regulatory and environmental risk; currency value and interest rate fluctuations, including as a result of market and oil price volatility;
the effectiveness and adequacy of our risk management and valuation models and processes; legislative or regulatory developments in the jurisdictions where we operate,
including the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Common Reporting Standard, and regulatory reforms in the United Kingdom and Europe, the Basel
Committee on Banking Supervision’s global standards for capital and liquidity reform, and those relating to bank recapitalization legislation and the payments system in Canada;
amendments to, and interpretations of, risk-based capital guidelines and reporting instructions, and interest rate and liquidity regulatory guidance; exposure to, and the resolution
of, significant litigation or regulatory matters, our ability to successfully appeal adverse outcomes of such matters and the timing, determination and recovery of amounts related to
such matters; the effect of changes to accounting standards, rules and interpretations; changes in our estimates of reserves and allowances; changes in tax laws; changes to our
credit ratings; political conditions and developments, including changes relating to economic or trade matters; the possible effect on our business of international conflicts, such
as the war in Ukraine and conflict in the Middle East, and terrorism; natural disasters, disruptions to public infrastructure and other catastrophic events; reliance on third parties to
provide components of our business infrastructure; potential disruptions to our information technology systems and services; increasing cyber security risks which may include
theft or disclosure of assets, unauthorized access to sensitive information, or operational disruption; social media risk; losses incurred as a result of internal or external fraud; anti-
money laundering; the accuracy and completeness of information provided to us concerning clients and counterparties; the failure of third parties to comply with their obligations
to us and our affiliates or associates; intensifying competition from established competitors and new entrants in the financial services industry including through internet and
mobile banking; technological change including the use of data and artificial intelligence in our business; global capital market activity; changes in monetary and economic policy;
general business and economic conditions worldwide, as well as in Canada, the U.S. and other countries where we have operations, including increasing Canadian household
debt levels and global credit risks; climate change and other ESG related risks including our ability to implement various sustainability-related initiatives internally and with our
clients under expected time frames and our ability to scale our sustainable finance products and services; our success in developing and introducing new products and services,
expanding existing distribution channels, developing new distribution channels and realizing increased revenue from these channels; changes in client spending and saving
habits; our ability to attract and retain key employees and executives; our ability to successfully execute our strategies and complete and integrate acquisitions and joint ventures;
the risk that expected benefits of an acquisition, merger or divestiture will not be realized within the expected time frame or at all; and our ability to anticipate and manage the risks
associated with these factors. This list is not exhaustive of the factors that may affect any of our forward-looking statements. These and other factors should be considered
carefully and readers should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements contained in this report represent the views of
management only as of the date hereof and are presented for the purpose of assisting our shareholders and financial analysts in understanding our financial position, objectives
and priorities and anticipated financial performance as at and for the periods ended on the dates presented, and may not be appropriate for other purposes. We do not undertake
to update any forward-looking statement that is contained in this report or in other communications except as required by law.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
External reporting changes
The following external reporting changes were made in 2024. Prior year amounts were restated accordingly. Regulatory capital measures for the
corresponding years have not been restated.
Adoption of IFRS 17 “Insurance Contracts” (IFRS 17)
We adopted IFRS 17 “Insurance Contracts” (IFRS 17), commencing November 1, 2023, which replaces IFRS 4 “Insurance Contracts” (IFRS 4). The
adoption of IFRS 17 required us to restate the comparative year ended October 31, 2023. Insurance results are now presented in Income from
insurance activities, net under Non-interest income, which replaced Insurance fees, net of claims in the income statement. For further details on the
adoption of IFRS 17, see Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements.
Overview
CIBC is a leading and well-diversified North American financial institution committed to creating enduring value for all our stakeholders – our clients,
team, communities and shareholders. We are guided by our purpose – to help make your ambition a reality, and we are deploying our resources to
create positive change and contribute to a more secure, equitable and sustainable future.
Across our bank and our businesses – Personal and Business Banking, Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets
and Direct Financial Services – our 48,000 employees bring our purpose to life every day for our 14 million personal banking, business, public
sector and institutional clients in Canada, the U.S. and around the world.
Our strategy
Throughout 2024, we continued to focus on executing against our ambition of building a modern, relationship-oriented bank that delivers superior
client experience and top-tier shareholder returns while maintaining financial strength, risk discipline and advancing our purpose-driven culture.
Going forward, we will drive long-term growth and build on our momentum through our client-focused strategy that includes four strategic priorities:
•
Growing our mass affluent and private wealth franchise in Canada and the U.S.;
•
Expanding our digital-first personal banking capabilities in Canada;
•
Delivering connectivity and differentiation to our clients; and
•
Enabling, simplifying and protecting our bank.
Performance against objectives
CIBC reports a scorecard of financial measures that we use to evaluate and report on our progress to external stakeholders. These measures can
be categorized into four key areas – earnings growth, operating leverage, shareholder profitability and return, and balance sheet strength. We have
set through the cycle targets for each of these measures, which we currently define as three to five years, assuming a normal business environment
and credit cycle. Our ability to achieve these objectives may be adversely affected by extraordinary developments and disruptions.
Fiscal 2024 saw modestly improved economic growth with easing inflationary pressures, moderated by higher unemployment levels, higher
regulatory capital requirements and continued challenges driven by geopolitical pressures. Specific challenges include higher provisions for credit
losses related to the U.S. office real estate portfolio earlier in the year and credit normalization in other portfolios.
Earnings growth
To assess our earnings growth, we monitor our earnings per share (EPS).
Our target of 7% to 10% growth reflects a simple average of annual
adjusted(2) diluted EPS. In 2024, against a backdrop of a challenging
economic environment, our year-over-year reported and adjusted(2)
diluted EPS was up by 41% and 10%, respectively. Our 3-year
compound annual growth rates (CAGR)(3) for reported and adjusted(2)
diluted EPS were 1.5% and 0.8%, respectively, and our 5-year CAGR(3)
for reported and adjusted(2) diluted EPS were 5.4% and 4.4%,
respectively.
Going forward, we will continue to target an adjusted(2) diluted EPS
CAGR of 7% to 10% through the cycle.
Reported diluted EPS(1)
($)
24
21
20
22
23
4.11
6.96
6.68
5.17
7.28
Adjusted diluted EPS(1)(2)
($)
24
21
22
20
7.23
7.05
6.73
7.40
4.85
23
Operating leverage
Operating leverage, defined as the difference between the year-over-year
percentage change in revenue and year-over-year percentage change in
non-interest expenses, is a measure of the relative growth rates of revenue
and expenses. In 2024, our reported and adjusted(1)(2) operating leverage
was 9.1% and 1.2%, respectively, compared with (5.2)% and 1.1%,
respectively, in 2023. Our 3-year simple average reported and adjusted(2)
operating leverage was 0.7% and 0.1%, respectively, and our 5-year simple
average reported and adjusted(2) operating leverage was 0.7% and 0.1%,
respectively.
Going forward, we will continue to target positive adjusted(2) operating
leverage through the cycle.
Reported operating
leverage
(%)
24
22
21
20
23
(4.0)
(1.9)
(5.2)
5.3
9.1
Adjusted operating
leverage(1)(2)
(%)
24
22
21
20
23
(0.7)
(1.9)
0.7
1.1
1.2
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. For additional information and a reconciliation of reported results to adjusted results, where applicable, see the “Non-GAAP
measures” section.
(3) The 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is calculated from 2021 to 2024 and the 5-year CAGR is calculated from 2019 to 2024.
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Shareholder profitability and return
We have three metrics to measure shareholder profitability and return:
1.
Return on common shareholders’ equity (ROE)
ROE, defined as the ratio of net income to average(3) common
shareholders’ equity, is a key measure of profitability. In 2024, our reported
and adjusted(1)(2) ROE were at 13.4% and 13.7%, respectively, compared
with 10.3% and 13.4% in 2023, respectively, and below our through the
cycle target of at least 16%, driven mainly by higher regulatory capital
requirements. On a 3-year average basis, our reported and adjusted(2)
ROE were 12.6% and 13.9%, respectively. On a 5-year average basis, our
reported and adjusted(2) ROE were 12.8% and 14.0%, respectively.
Going forward, reflecting the changes in regulatory capital requirements,
we will revise our adjusted(2) ROE target to 15%+ through the cycle.
Reported return on
common
shareholders’ equity
(%)
20
10.0
21
16.1
22
14.0
23
10.3
24
13.4
Adjusted return on
common
shareholders’ equity(1)(2)
(%)
16.7
21
11.7
20
14.7
22
13.4
23
24
13.7
2.
Dividend payout ratio
Dividend payout ratio is defined as the ratio of common share dividends
paid as a percentage of net income after preferred share dividends,
premiums on preferred share redemptions, and distributions on other
equity instruments. Key criteria for considering dividend increases are our
current level of payout relative to our target and our view on the
sustainability of our current earnings level. In 2024, our reported and
adjusted(1)(2) dividend payout ratios were 49.4% and 48.5%, respectively,
compared with 66.5% and 51.1% in 2023, respectively. On a 3-year
average basis, our reported and adjusted(2) dividend payout ratios
were 54.9% and 48.6%, respectively. On a 5-year average basis, our
reported and adjusted(2) dividend payout ratios were 55.4% and 49.2%,
respectively.
Going forward, we will continue to target an adjusted(2) dividend payout
ratio of 40% to 50% through the cycle.
Reported dividend
payout ratio
(%)
41.8
21
70.7
20
48.8
22
66.5
49.4
23
24
Adjusted dividend
payout ratio(1)(2)
(%)
40.3
21
60.0
20
46.3
22
51.1
48.5
23
24
3.
Total shareholder return (TSR)
TSR is the ultimate measure of shareholder value, and the output of
delivering against the financial targets within our control. We have an
objective to deliver a TSR that exceeds the industry average, which we
have defined as the Standard & Poor’s (S&P)/Toronto Stock Exchange
(TSX) Composite Banks Index, over rolling three- and five-year periods.
For the three years ended October 31, 2024, our TSR was 36.4%
(2023: 15.0%), which was above the S&P/TSX Composite Banks Index
of 21.9%. For the five years ended October 31, 2024, our TSR
was 102.9% (2023: 12.7%), which was above the S&P/TSX Composite
Banks Index return over the same period of 63.8%.
Rolling three-year TSR
(%)
Oct-24
Jul-24
Apr-24
Jan-24
Oct-23
CIBC 36.4%
S&P/TSX Composite Index 26.1%
S&P/TSX Composite Banks Index 21.9%
0
25
50
Rolling five-year TSR
(%)
Oct-24
Jul-24
Apr-24
Jan-24
Oct-23
CIBC 102.9%
S&P/TSX Composite Index 71%
S&P/TSX Composite Banks Index 63.8%
0
25
50
125
100
75
Balance sheet strength
Maintaining a strong balance sheet is foundational to our long-term success. Our goal is to maintain strong
capital and liquidity positions. We look to constantly balance our objectives of holding a prudent amount of
excess capital for unexpected events and environmental uncertainties, investing in our core businesses,
growing through acquisitions and returning capital to our shareholders.
1.
Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio
We actively manage our capital to maintain a strong and efficient capital base while supporting our business
growth and returning capital to our shareholders. For the year ended October 31, 2024, our CET1(4) ratio
was 13.3%, compared with 12.4% in 2023, well above the current regulatory requirement set by the Office of
the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI).
Going forward, we will continue to maintain a strong buffer to regulatory requirements.
2.
Liquidity coverage ratio (LCR)
Our ability to meet our financial obligations is measured through the LCR ratio. It measures unencumbered
high-quality liquid assets (HQLA) that can be converted into cash to meet liquidity needs in a
30-calendar-day liquidity stress scenario. The LCR standard requires that, absent a situation of financial
stress, the value of the ratio be no lower than 100%.
For the quarter ended October 31, 2024, our three-month daily average LCR(4) was 129% compared to 135%
for the same period last year.
CET1 ratio
(%)
24
13.3
23
12.4
20
12.1
21
12.4
22
11.7
Liquidity coverage ratio
(%)
24
20
145
21
127
23
135
129
22
129
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. For additional information and a reconciliation of reported results to adjusted results, where applicable, see the “Non-GAAP
measures” section.
(3) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(4) Our capital ratios are calculated pursuant to OSFI’s Capital Adequacy Requirements (CAR) Guideline and LCR is calculated pursuant to OSFI’s Liquidity Adequacy
Requirements (LAR) Guideline, which are both based on Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) standards. For additional information, see the “Capital
management” and “Liquidity risk” sections.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Financial highlights
As at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
2022
2021
2020
Financial results ($ millions)
Net interest income
$
13,695
$
12,825
$
12,641
$
11,459
$
11,044
Non-interest income
11,911
10,507
9,192
8,556
7,697
Total revenue
25,606
23,332
21,833
20,015
18,741
Provision for credit losses
2,001
2,010
1,057
158
2,489
Non-interest expenses
14,439
14,349
12,803
11,535
11,362
Income before income taxes
9,166
6,973
7,973
8,322
4,890
Income taxes
2,012
1,934
1,730
1,876
1,098
Net income
$
7,154
$
5,039
$
6,243
$
6,446
$
3,792
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
39
38
23
17
2
Preferred shareholders and other equity instrument holders
263
267
171
158
122
Common shareholders
6,852
4,734
6,049
6,271
3,668
Net income attributable to equity shareholders
$
7,115
$
5,001
$
6,220
$
6,429
$
3,790
Financial measures
Reported efficiency ratio (2)
56.4 %
61.5 %
58.6 %
57.6 %
60.6 %
Reported operating leverage (2)
9.1 %
(5.2)%
(1.9)%
5.3 %
(4.0)%
Loan loss ratio (3)
0.32 %
0.30 %
0.14 %
0.16 %
0.26 %
Reported return on common shareholders’ equity (2)
13.4 %
10.3 %
14.0 %
16.1 %
10.0 %
Net interest margin (2)
1.36 %
1.35 %
1.40 %
1.42 %
1.50 %
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets (2)(4)
1.47 %
1.49 %
1.58 %
1.59 %
1.69 %
Return on average assets (2)(4)
0.71 %
0.53 %
0.69 %
0.80 %
0.52 %
Return on average interest-earning assets (2)(4)
0.77 %
0.58 %
0.78 %
0.89 %
0.58 %
Reported effective tax rate
21.9 %
27.7 %
21.7 %
22.5 %
22.5 %
Common share information
Per share ($)
– basic earnings
$
7.29
$
5.17
$
6.70
$
6.98
$
4.12
– reported diluted earnings
7.28
5.17
6.68
6.96
4.11
– dividends
3.60
3.44
3.27
2.92
2.91
– book value (5)
57.08
51.56
49.95
45.83
42.03
Closing share price ($)
87.11
48.91
61.87
75.09
49.69
Shares outstanding (thousands)
– weighted-average basic
939,352
915,631
903,312
897,906
890,870
– weighted-average diluted
941,712
916,223
905,684
900,365
892,042
– end of period
942,295
931,099
906,040
901,656
894,171
Market capitalization ($ millions)
$
82,083
$
45,540
$
56,057
$
67,701
$
44,431
Value measures
Total shareholder return
87.56 %
(15.85)%
(13.56)%
58.03 %
(5.90)%
Dividend yield (based on closing share price)
4.1 %
7.0 %
5.3 %
3.9 %
5.9 %
Reported dividend payout ratio (2)
49.4 %
66.5 %
48.8 %
41.8 %
70.7 %
Market value to book value ratio
1.53
0.95
1.24
1.64
1.18
Selected financial measures – adjusted (6)
Adjusted efficiency ratio (7)
55.8 %
56.4 %
57.0 %
56.0 %
56.4 %
Adjusted operating leverage (7)
1.2 %
1.1 %
(1.9)%
0.7 %
(0.7)%
Adjusted return on common shareholders’ equity
13.7 %
13.4 %
14.7 %
16.7 %
11.7 %
Adjusted effective tax rate
22.0 %
21.0 %
21.9 %
22.7 %
21.8 %
Adjusted diluted earnings per share ($)
$
7.40
$
6.73
$
7.05
$
7.23
$
4.85
Adjusted dividend payout ratio
48.5 %
51.1 %
46.3 %
40.3 %
60.0 %
On- and off-balance sheet information ($ millions)
Cash, deposits with banks and securities
$
302,409
$
267,066
$
239,740
$
218,398
$
211,564
Loans and acceptances, net of allowance for credit losses
558,292
540,153
528,657
462,879
416,388
Total assets
1,041,985
975,690
943,597
837,683
769,551
Deposits
764,857
723,376
697,572
621,158
570,740
Common shareholders’ equity (2)
53,789
48,006
45,258
41,323
37,579
Average assets (4)
1,005,133
948,121
900,213
809,621
735,492
Average interest-earning assets (2)(4)
929,604
861,136
799,224
721,686
654,142
Average common shareholders’ equity (2)(4)
51,025
46,130
43,354
38,881
36,792
Assets under administration (AUA) (2)(8)(9)
3,600,069
2,853,007
2,854,828 (9)
2,963,221 (9)
2,364,005
Assets under management (AUM) (2)(9)
383,264
300,218
291,513 (9)
316,834 (9)
261,037
Balance sheet quality (All-in basis) and liquidity measures (10)
Risk-weighted assets (RWA) ($ millions)
Total RWA
$
333,502
$
326,120
$
315,634
$
272,814
$
254,871
Capital ratios
CET1 ratio (11)
13.3 %
12.4 %
11.7 %
12.4 %
12.1 %
Tier 1 capital ratio (11)
14.8 %
13.9 %
13.3 %
14.1 %
13.6 %
Total capital ratio (11)
17.0 %
16.0 %
15.3 %
16.2 %
16.1 %
Leverage ratio
4.3 %
4.2 %
4.4 %
4.7 %
4.7 %
LCR (12)
129 %
135 %
129 %
127 %
145 %
Net stable funding ratio (NSFR)
115 %
118 %
118 %
118
n/a
Other information
Full-time equivalent employees
48,525
48,074
50,427
45,282
43,853
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) For additional information on the composition, see the “Glossary” section.
(3) The ratio is calculated as the provision for credit losses on impaired loans to average loans and acceptances, net of allowance for credit losses.
(4) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(5) Common shareholders’ equity divided by the number of common shares issued and outstanding at end of period.
(6) Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. Adjusted measures are calculated in the same manner as reported measures, except that financial information included in
the calculation of adjusted measures is adjusted to exclude the impact of items of note. For additional information and a reconciliation of reported results to adjusted
results, where applicable, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section.
(7) Commencing the first quarter of 2024, we no longer gross up tax-exempt revenue to bring it to a tax equivalent basis (TEB) for the application of this ratio to our
consolidated results. Prior period amounts have been restated to conform with the change in presentation adopted in the first quarter of 2024.
(8) Includes the full contract amount of AUA or custody under a 50/50 joint venture between CIBC and The Bank of New York Mellon of $2,814.6 billion as at October 31, 2024
(2023: $2,241.9 billion).
(9) AUM amounts are included in the amounts reported under AUA.
(10) RWA and our capital ratios are calculated pursuant to OSFI’s CAR Guideline, the leverage ratio is calculated pursuant to OSFI’s Leverage Requirements Guideline, and the
LCR and NSFR are calculated pursuant to OSFI’s LAR Guideline, all of which are based on BCBS standards. For additional information, see the “Capital management” and
“Liquidity risk” sections.
(11) Ratios for 2020, 2021 and 2022 reflect the expected credit loss (ECL) transitional arrangement announced by OSFI on March 27, 2020 in response to the onset of the
COVID-19 pandemic. Effective November 1, 2022, the ECL transitional arrangement was no longer applicable.
(12) Average for the three months ended October 31 for each respective year.
n/a Not applicable.
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CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Management’s discussion and analysis
Economic and market environment
Year in review – 2024
Canadian economic growth increased during 2024, after stalling throughout much of the prior year, with the pick-up driven by consumer and
government spending. However, output growth still trailed population gains, resulting in further declines in per-capita activity. The unemployment
rate, which briefly fell below 5% in 2022, has reached 6.5% as employment gains have failed to keep up with the rapid growth of the labour force.
Inflation has fallen to the Bank of Canada’s 2% target due to a further easing of supply chain pressures and the continued weakness of per-capita
consumer spending. On the household side, mortgage demand has remained weak as a result of the high interest rate environment, but should start
to improve towards year end with interest rates having moved lower. The use of credit cards and lines of credit has continued to increase from the
low levels seen during the pandemic. The U.S. economy has remained stronger than Canada’s, but has decelerated slightly relative to the prior
year, and the unemployment rate has increased modestly. While core inflation in the U.S. has yet to come back to target as quickly as in Canada, it
has decelerated and is well below peaks seen in 2022.
Outlook for calendar year 2025
While interest rates have started to come down in most major economies, further reductions and more time will be needed to see a material
acceleration in global economic growth. Global growth is expected to remain below-normal through the first quarter of 2025 before improving over
the balance of the year. The eurozone and the United Kingdom (U.K.) have emerged from recessions, but European growth rates will remain
moderate in 2025. China’s economic growth rate has been held back by soft domestic demand and could decelerate in the face of trade barriers
facing exports. The only moderate growth for the global economy will result in many commodity prices remaining at lower average levels in 2025
than what persisted earlier in this expansion, although geopolitical risks to supply could bring upward pressure in some commodities. Despite
ongoing global tensions, supply chains have seen further improvement and, alongside sluggish demand, should continue to contribute to the
disinflationary pressure globally.
In Canada, the Bank of Canada has reduced the overnight rate by 125 basis points in 2024 to 3.75%, and with inflation remaining close to
the 2% target, is expected to continue to ease with the overnight rate reaching 2.25% by mid-2025. That should support consumer demand and
housing activity, with GDP growth for 2025 picking up from about 1.3% in 2024 to just under 2% in 2025. Canada’s unemployment rate could edge
slightly higher in early 2025, but improved economic growth and slower population increases should see it end the year lower than current levels.
There are significant risks to exports and capital spending in export industries, tied to the potential imposition of tariffs by the incoming
U.S. administration. If these risks emerge, we would expect additional rate cuts from the Bank of Canada to support domestic demand, which would
also weaken the Canadian dollar and help cushion the drag on exports. Even so, if tariff rates were high enough, we would expect that the near term
outlook would be less favourable than would be the case if a trade war was averted.
The U.S. has been much more resilient in the face of higher interest rates, but growth has still moderated slightly from the very brisk pace seen
in 2023. The unemployment rate is likely to increase marginally through the first half of 2025 in response to fewer job openings and cautious
business hiring in the face of higher labour costs. Coupled with the lagged impacts of high interest rates, and tighter controls on immigration that
reduce the spending gains tied to population increases, that could hold growth to roughly 2%, or about a percentage slower than in the prior two
years. The easing in inflation has the Fed on track to bring short-term interest rates down to the mid-3% level by the second quarter of 2025, which
should allow interest sensitive housing and business investment activity to gain momentum later in the year. Longer term interest rates have been
lifted in the wake of the election on concerns over the size of future budget deficits, but we expect these increases to be reversed if Congress limits
the overall scale of new tax reductions and looks for some offsetting spending restraint. A potential for broad increases in import tariffs poses one-
time upside risks to prices that would cut into consumer spending power, and disruptions to U.S. exports if other trade partners impose retaliatory
tariffs, but the timing and magnitude of such impacts are at present highly uncertain.
The current soft pace of Canadian economic growth will continue to pose challenges for some of our strategic business units (SBUs) for the
remainder of the year and for early 2025. Higher levels of unemployment and still high interest rates have resulted in a moderate deterioration in
business and household credit quality. Deterioration in the credit quality of select sectors, including the U.S. office real estate market, could
continue in response to market conditions. Deposit growth will likely be slow, as quantitative tightening will continue to require bonds currently held
by the central bank to be financed in the public markets. A steeper yield curve should promote greater growth in longer term deposits relative to
short-term deposits, although the lower level of yields across the curve will reduce the opportunity costs of having funds in non-interest bearing
demand deposits.
For Canadian Personal Banking, mortgage growth is expected to pick up in 2025, returning to long-term historic growth rates as lower interest
rates bring buyers back to the market. Non-mortgage consumer credit demand has been supported by population growth, and faces headwinds
due to policy measures designed to slow population growth. We should still see some improvement in activity as per capita discretionary spending
accelerates in response to lower borrowing costs, resulting in an increase in demand for non-mortgage credit.
Canadian commercial, and corporate banking loan growth is expected to increase as a result of interest rate relief and the expectation of
better economic growth in 2025 and beyond. In our U.S. commercial banking and wealth management businesses, loan growth has slowed,
consistent with industry trends, but should gather some momentum in 2025 in response to recent and expected interest rate reductions.
Financial markets benefitted from the recent interest rate reductions in Canada and should be supported by further rate reductions in the
coming year. Canadian and U.S. wealth management businesses should continue to benefit in 2025 from a more supportive interest rate
environment, and as funds mature out of term deposits and seek alternative risk assets in the face of lower yields on new term deposits.
Corporate and investment banking is expected to continue to benefit from merger and acquisition activity that continues to recover from the
low levels in early 2023, and corporate bond issuance is expected to pick up in 2025 due to the lower interest rate path.
The economic outlook described above reflects numerous assumptions regarding the economic impact of moderating interest rates and inflationary
pressures, as well as the global economic risks emanating from the war in Ukraine, conflict in the Middle East and trade frictions between major
economies. As a result, actual experience may differ materially from expectations. The impact of geopolitical events on our risk environment are
discussed in the “Top and emerging risks” section. Changes in the level of economic uncertainty continue to impact key accounting estimates and
assumptions, particularly the estimation of expected credit losses (ECL). See the “Accounting and control matters” section and Note 5 to our
consolidated financial statements for further details.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Significant events
Sale of certain banking assets in the Caribbean
CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited (formerly known as FirstCaribbean International Bank Limited) sold its banking assets in St. Vincent and Grenada in
March 2023 and July 2023, respectively. CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited (CIBC Caribbean) ceased its operations in Dominica on January 31, 2023.
The impacts of these transactions and closures were not material.
On October 31, 2023, CIBC Caribbean announced that it had entered into an agreement to sell its banking assets in Curaçao and Sint
Maarten. The sale of banking assets in Curaçao was completed on May 24, 2024 upon the satisfaction of the closing conditions, and was not
material. The Sint Maarten transaction is subject to closing conditions, and is expected to be finalized in the second quarter of 2025. The impact
upon closing is not expected to be material.
Settlement of Cerberus Litigation
On February 17, 2023, CIBC announced that we entered into an agreement with the special purpose vehicle controlled by Cerberus Capital
Management L.P. (“Cerberus”) that fully settled the lawsuit filed by Cerberus against CIBC, including the most recent judgment of the New York
Court, as discussed in Note 21 to our consolidated financial statements. Pursuant to the settlement agreement, CIBC paid US$770 million
($1,055 million pre-tax or $762 million after-tax) to Cerberus in full satisfaction of the judgment, and both parties arranged for the immediate
dismissal, with prejudice, of all claims, counterclaims and appeals relating to the litigation.
Financial performance overview
This section provides a review of our consolidated financial results for 2024. A review of our SBU results follows on pages 21 to 32. Refer to page 12
for a review of our financial performance for 2023.
2024 Financial results review
Reported net income for the year was $7,154 million, compared with $5,039 million in 2023(1).
Adjusted net income(2) for the year was $7,272 million, compared with $6,467 million in 2023(1).
Reported diluted EPS for the year was $7.28, compared with $5.17 in 2023(1).
Adjusted diluted EPS(2) for the year was $7.40, compared with $6.73 in 2023(1).
2024
Net income was affected by the following items of note:
•
$103 million ($77 million after-tax) charge related to the special assessment imposed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) on
U.S. depository institutions, which impacted CIBC Bank USA (U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management); and
•
$56 million ($41 million after-tax) amortization and impairment of acquisition-related intangible assets ($19 million after-tax in Canadian
Personal and Business Banking, and $22 million after-tax in U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management).
The above items of note increased non-interest expenses by $159 million and decreased income taxes by $41 million. In aggregate, these items of
note decreased net income by $118 million.
2023
Net income was affected by the following items of note:
•
$1,055 million ($762 million after-tax) increase in legal provisions (Corporate and Other);
•
$545 million income tax charge related to the Canada Recovery Dividend (CRD) tax and the 1.5% tax rate increase from the 2022 Canadian
Federal budget(3) (Corporate and Other);
•
$121 million ($96 million after-tax) amortization and impairment of acquisition-related intangible assets ($20 million after-tax in Canadian
Personal and Business Banking, $41 million after-tax in U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management and $35 million after-tax in
Corporate and Other); and
•
$34 million ($25 million after-tax) commodity tax charge related to the retroactive impact of the 2023 Canadian Federal budget (Canadian
Personal and Business Banking).
The above items of note decreased revenue by $34 million, increased non-interest expenses by $1,176 million and increased income taxes by
$218 million. In aggregate, these items of note decreased net income by $1,428 million.
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures. For additional information and a reconciliation of reported results to adjusted results, where applicable, see the “Non-GAAP
measures” section.
(3) The income tax charge is comprised of $510 million for the present value of the estimated amount of the CRD tax of $555 million, and a charge of $35 million related to the
fiscal 2022 impact of the 1.5% increase in the tax rate applied to taxable income of certain bank and insurance entities in excess of $100 million for periods after
April 2022. The discount of $45 million on the CRD tax accretes over the four-year payment period from initial recognition.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Net interest income and margin
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Net interest income consists of:
Non-trading net interest income
$
14,648
$
13,132
Trading net interest income (1)(2)
(953)
(307)
Total net interest income
A
$
13,695
$
12,825
Average interest-earning assets consists of:
Average trading interest-earning assets
109,676
69,521
Average non-trading interest-earning assets
819,928
791,615
Total average interest-earning assets
B
929,604
861,136
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets
A/B
1.47 %
1.49 %
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets (excluding trading) (3)
1.79 %
1.66 %
(1) See the “Glossary - Trading activities and trading net interest income” section for additional information.
(2) Does not include a TEB adjustment of $16 million (2023: $254 million).
(3) Net interest margin on average interest-earnings assets (excluding trading) is computed using total net interest income minus trading net interest income, excluding the
applicable TEB adjustment included therein, divided by total average interest-earning assets minus average trading interest-earning assets. For additional information, see
the “Glossary” section of the MD&A.
Net interest income was up $870 million or 7% from 2023, primarily due to volume growth across most of our businesses, higher treasury revenue,
higher net interest margin in Canadian Personal and Business Banking and the conversion of bankers’ acceptances to Daily Compounded
Canadian Overnight Repo Rate Average (CORRA) loans, partially offset by lower trading net interest income.
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets was down 2 basis points from 2023, primarily due to lower trading net interest income,
partially offset by higher deposit margins and favourable asset mix. Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets excluding trading was
up 13 basis points from 2023, primarily due to higher deposit and loan margins.
Additional information on net interest income and margin is provided in the “Supplementary annual financial information” section and in the
“Strategic business units overview” section.
Non-interest income
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Underwriting and advisory fees
$
707
$
519
Deposit and payment fees
958
924
Credit fees (1)
1,218
1,385
Card fees
414
379
Investment management and custodial fees (2)(3)
1,980
1,768
Mutual fund fees (3)
1,796
1,743
Income from insurance activities, net (4)
356
347
Commissions on securities transactions
431
338
Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/designated at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL), net (5)
3,226
2,346
Gains (losses) from debt securities measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI) and
amortized cost, net
43
83
Foreign exchange other than trading
386
360
Income from equity-accounted associates and joint ventures (3)
79
30
Other
317
285
$
11,911
$
10,507
(1) 2023 includes a $34 million commodity tax charge related to the retroactive impact of the 2023 Canadian Federal budget.
(2) Custodial fees directly recognized by CIBC are included in Investment management and custodial fees. Our proportionate share of the custodial fees from the joint
ventures which CIBC has with The Bank of New York Mellon are included within Income from equity-accounted associates and joint ventures.
(3) Investment management fees and mutual fund fees are driven by various factors, including the amount of AUM. Investment management fees in our asset management
and private wealth management businesses are generally driven by the amount of AUM, while investment management fees in our retail brokerage business are driven by
a combination of the amount of AUA and, to a lesser extent, other factors not directly related to the amount of AUA (e.g., flat fees on a per account basis).
(4) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(5) Includes $82 million of gains (2023: $64 million of gains) relating to non-trading financial instruments measured/designated at FVTPL.
Non-interest income was up $1,404 million or 13% from 2023.
Underwriting and advisory fees were up $188 million or 36%, primarily due to higher debt issuance revenue.
Deposit and payment fees were up $34 million or 4%, primarily due to higher everyday banking fees in Canadian Personal and Business Banking.
Credit fees were down $167 million or 12%, primarily due to the conversion of bankers’ acceptances to CORRA loans.
Card fees were up $35 million or 9%, primarily due to the additional commodity tax charges recognized in 2023, related to the 2023 Canadian
Federal budget, including the retroactive impact shown as an item of note.
Investment management and custodial fees were up $212 million or 12%, primarily due to higher average AUA and AUM in our wealth management
businesses.
Mutual fund fees were up $53 million or 3%, primarily due to higher average AUM balances and net sales in our wealth management businesses.
Commissions on securities transactions were up $93 million or 28%, primarily due to higher trading volume in our retail brokerage business.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/designated at FVTPL, net were up $880 million or 38%, primarily due to higher trading income,
including from the impact of increases in interest rates on derivatives that are economically hedging interest on trading securities included in net
interest income.
Gains (losses) from debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost, net were down $40 million or 48%, primarily due to lower net realized
gains from dispositions of FVOCI debt securities.
Foreign exchange other than trading was up $26 million or 7%, primarily due to normal course Treasury activities.
Trading revenue (TEB)(1)(2)
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Trading revenue consists of:
Net interest income (1)
$
(937)
$
(53)
Non-interest income (3)
3,144
2,282
$
2,207
$
2,229
Trading revenue by product line:
Interest rates
$
518
$
469
Foreign exchange
969
927
Equities (1)
540
626
Commodities
179
197
Other
1
10
$
2,207
$
2,229
(1) Includes a TEB adjustment of $16 million (2023: $254 million) reported within Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services. See the “Strategic business units overview”
section and Note 29 to our consolidated financial statements for further details.
(2) Trading activities and related risk management strategies can periodically shift trading income between net interest income and non-interest income. Therefore, we view
total trading income as the most appropriate measure of trading performance. For additional information, see the “Glossary - Trading activities and trading net interest
income” section.
(3) Reported as part of the Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/designated at FVTPL in the consolidated statement of income, which consist of a gain of
$3,144 million (2023: $2,282 million) related to trading financial instruments measured/designated at FVTPL and a gain of $82 million (2023: $64 million) relating to
non-trading financial instruments measured/designated at FVTPL.
Trading revenue was down $22 million or 1% from 2023, primarily due to lower equities and commodities trading revenue, partially offset by higher
interest rates and foreign exchange trading revenue.
Trading revenue comprises net interest income and non-interest income. Net interest income arises from interest and dividends relating to
financial assets and liabilities associated with trading activities, other than derivatives, net of interest expense and interest income associated with
funding these assets and liabilities. Non-interest income includes realized and unrealized gains and losses on securities mandatorily measured at
FVTPL and income relating to changes in fair value of derivative financial instruments. Trading revenue excludes underwriting fees and commissions
on securities transactions, which are shown separately in the consolidated statement of income. Trading activities and related risk management
strategies can periodically shift income between net interest income and non-interest income. Therefore, we view total trading revenue as the most
appropriate measure of trading performance.
Provision for credit losses
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses – impaired
Canadian Personal and Business Banking
$
1,144
$
922
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
74
108
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
449
520
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services
81
4
Corporate and Other
12
40
1,760
1,594
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses – performing
Canadian Personal and Business Banking
59
64
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
48
35
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
111
330
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services
34
15
Corporate and Other
(11)
(28)
241
416
$
2,001
$
2,010
Provision for credit losses was down $9 million from 2023. Provision for credit losses on performing loans was down due to a less unfavourable
change in our economic outlook and less unfavourable credit migration in 2024, partially offset by an increase resulting from model parameter
updates. Provision for credit losses on impaired loans was up due to higher write-offs in Canadian Personal and Business Banking, and higher
provisions in Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services, partially offset by lower provisions in all other SBUs.
For further details regarding provision for credit losses in our SBUs, refer to the “Strategic business units overview” section.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Non-interest expenses
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Employee compensation and benefits
Salaries (1)
$
4,267
$
4,168
Performance-based compensation
2,992
2,513
Benefits
1,002
869
8,261
7,550
Occupancy costs
830
823
Computer, software and office equipment
2,719
2,467
Communications
362
364
Advertising and business development
344
304
Professional fees
257
245
Business and capital taxes
128
124
Other
1,538
2,472
$
14,439
$
14,349
(1) Includes termination benefits.
Non-interest expenses were up $90 million or 1% from 2023.
Employee compensation and benefits were up $711 million or 9%, primarily due to higher performance-based and employee-related compensation.
Computer, software and office equipment were up $252 million or 10%, primarily due to higher spending on strategic initiatives and software
impairment charges.
Advertising and business development were up $40 million or 13%, primarily due to higher business travel, sponsorship and marketing expenses.
Professional fees were up $12 million or 5%, primarily due to higher consulting fees related to strategic and regulatory initiatives.
Other expenses were down $934 million or 38%, as the prior year included an increase in legal provisions, including those shown as an item of note.
Taxes
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Income taxes
$
2,012
$
1,934
Indirect taxes (2)
Goods and Services Tax (GST), Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) and sales taxes
502
484
Payroll taxes
406
387
Capital taxes
82
81
Property and business taxes
69
78
Total indirect taxes
1,059
1,030
Total taxes
$
3,071
$
2,964
Reported effective tax rate
21.9 %
27.7 %
Total taxes as a percentage of net income before deduction of total taxes
30.0 %
37.0 %
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Certain amounts are based on a paid or payable basis and do not factor in capitalization and subsequent amortization.
Total income and indirect taxes were up $107 million from 2023.
Income tax expense was $2,012 million, up $78 million from 2023, due to higher income and the enactment of the Federal tax measure that
denies the dividends received deduction for Canadian banks. The first quarter of 2023 included an income tax charge to recognize the CRD tax and
the retroactive impact of the 1.5% tax rate increase, which was shown as an item of note.
Indirect taxes were up $29 million from 2023, due to increases in both sales taxes and payroll taxes. Sales taxes increased by $18 million
from 2023, primarily due to increases in Canadian sales taxes on card network processing fees and technology related expenses. Payroll taxes
were up $19 million from 2023, primarily due to increases in unemployment and health insurance contributions, partially offset by lower statutory
pension contributions. Indirect taxes are included in non-interest expenses.
Canadian Federal Tax Measures
In the third quarter of 2024, Bill C-59 was enacted, which included certain tax measures from the 2023 fall economic statement and 2023 federal
budget. Bill C-59 included the denial of the dividends received deduction in respect of Canadian shares held by Canadian banks as mark-to-market
property, as well as a 2% tax on certain share buybacks, each with an application date of January 1, 2024. Additional proposals in respect of the
buyback tax were released on August 12, 2024. The impact of the denial of the dividends received deduction has been recognized in income tax
expense for the year.
Bill C-69, which included certain tax measures from the 2024 federal budget and the 2023 fall economic statement, as well as other tax
measures, including the Global Minimum Tax Act (GMTA), was enacted on June 20, 2024. The GMTA implements the Organisation for Economic
Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) Pillar Two 15% global minimum tax regime in Canada. Additional proposals in respect of the GMTA were
released on August 12, 2024. The Pillar Two rules are in different stages of adoption globally by more than 135 OECD member countries. Canada
and certain other countries have enacted Pillar Two legislation that will apply to CIBC beginning in fiscal year 2025. A number of other countries in
which CIBC operates are in different stages of adopting the Pillar Two regime.
At this time, we estimate Pillar Two to increase the consolidated effective tax rate approximately within a 1% range for fiscal year 2025. This
estimate is impacted by the different stages of adoption of Pillar Two across our global operations, the complexity in the application of Pillar Two,
and the variables impacting the projections which form the basis of the estimate.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Foreign exchange
The estimated impact of U.S. dollar translation on key lines of our consolidated statement of income, as a result of changes in average exchange
rates, is as follows:
2024
2023
vs.
vs.
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2023
2022
Estimated increase in:
Total revenue
$
44
$
225
Provision for credit losses
5
37
Non-interest expenses
23
158
Income taxes
4
18
Net income
12
12
Impact on EPS:
Basic
$
0.01
$
0.01
Diluted
0.01
0.01
Average USD appreciation relative to CAD
0.8 %
4.5 %
Fourth quarter review
$ millions, except per share amounts, for the three months ended
2024
2023 (1)
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Revenue
Canadian Personal and Business Banking
$
2,670
$
2,598
$
2,476 $
2,497
$
2,458
$
2,414
$
2,282 $
2,262
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
1,523
1,449
1,384
1,374
1,366
1,350
1,336
1,351
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
732
726
666
681
672
666
648
706
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services (2)
1,407
1,348
1,488
1,561
1,290
1,355
1,362
1,481
Corporate and Other (2)
285
483
150
108
61
67
76
129
Total revenue
$
6,617
$
6,604
$
6,164 $
6,221
$
5,847
$
5,852
$
5,704 $
5,929
Net interest income
$
3,633
$
3,532
$
3,281 $
3,249
$
3,197
$
3,236
$
3,187 $
3,205
Non-interest income
2,984
3,072
2,883
2,972
2,650
2,616
2,517
2,724
Total revenue
6,617
6,604
6,164
6,221
5,847
5,852
5,704
5,929
Provision for credit losses
419
483
514
585
541
736
438
295
Non-interest expenses
3,791
3,682
3,501
3,465
3,440
3,307
3,140
4,462
Income before income taxes
2,407
2,439
2,149
2,171
1,866
1,809
2,126
1,172
Income taxes
525
644
400
443
381
377
437
739
Net income
$
1,882
$
1,795
$
1,749 $
1,728
$
1,485
$
1,432
$
1,689 $
433
Net income attributable to:
Non-controlling interests
$
8
$
9
$
10 $
12
$
8
$
10
$
11 $
9
Equity shareholders
1,874
1,786
1,739
1,716
1,477
1,422
1,678
424
EPS – basic
$
1.91
$
1.83
$
1.79 $
1.77
$
1.53
$
1.48
$
1.77 $
0.39
– diluted
1.90
1.82
1.79
1.77
1.53
1.47
1.76
0.39
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Commencing in the third quarter of 2024, TEB reporting is no longer applicable to certain dividends received on or after January 1, 2024. In the third quarter of 2024, the
enactment of the denial of dividends received deduction resulted in a TEB reversal for dividends received on or after January 1, 2024 that were reflected in the first and
second quarters of 2024 as an item of note. Prior to the third quarter of 2024, Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services revenue and income taxes were reported on a
TEB with an equivalent offset in the revenue and income taxes of Corporate and Other.
Compared with Q4/23
Net income for the quarter was $1,882 million, up $397 million or 27% from the fourth quarter of 2023.
Net interest income was up $436 million, primarily due to volume growth across most of our businesses, higher treasury revenue and higher
non-trading net interest margin, higher interest income from the conversion of bankers’ acceptances to CORRA loans, partially offset by lower
trading net interest income.
Non-interest income was up $334 million or 13%, primarily due to higher trading non-interest income, and higher fee revenue net of lower
credit fees resulting from the conversion of bankers’ acceptances to CORRA loans.
Provision for credit losses was down $122 million or 23% from the same quarter last year. Provision for credit losses on performing loans was
down $61 million, due to a decrease resulting from model parameter updates and favourable credit migration mainly driven by paydowns, partially
offset by a more unfavourable change in our economic outlook. Provision for credit losses on impaired loans was down $61 million, primarily due to
lower provisions in U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, partially offset by higher provisions across all other SBUs.
Non-interest expenses were up $351 million or 10%, primarily due to higher performance-based and employee-related compensation, higher
spending on strategic initiatives and a pension plan amendment gain in the same quarter last year.
Income tax expense was up $144 million or 38%, primarily due to higher income, earnings mix and the enactment of the Federal tax measure
that denies the dividends received deduction for Canadian banks.
Compared with Q3/24
Net income for the quarter was up $87 million or 5% from the prior quarter.
Net interest income was up $101 million or 3%, primarily due to volume growth across most of our businesses, partially offset by lower treasury
revenue.
Non-interest income was down $88 million or 3%, primarily due to lower credit fees, lower trading non-interest income, partially offset by higher
commissions on securities transactions and higher Investment management and custodial fees.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Provision for credit losses was down $64 million or 13% from the prior quarter. Provision for credit losses on performing loans was
down $77 million, due to a decrease resulting from model parameter updates and favourable credit migration mainly driven by paydowns, partially
offset by an unfavourable change in our economic outlook. Provision for credit losses on impaired loans was up $13 million, primarily due to higher
provisions in U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, partially offset by lower provisions across all other SBUs.
Non-interest expenses were up $109 million or 3%, primarily due to higher performance-based and employee-related compensation, higher
advertising and business development, partially offset by higher legal provisions in the prior quarter.
Income tax expense was down $119 million or 18%, due to lower income and earnings mix.
Quarterly trend analysis
Our quarterly results are modestly affected by seasonal factors. The second quarter has fewer days as compared with the other quarters, generally
leading to lower earnings. The summer months (July – third quarter and August – fourth quarter) typically experience lower levels of market activity,
which affects our brokerage, investment management, and capital markets activities.
Revenue
Revenue in our lending and deposit-taking businesses is generally driven by volume growth, fees related to client transaction activity and the
interest rate environment. Our wealth management businesses are driven by net sales activity impacting AUA and AUM, the level of client
investment activity and market conditions. Capital markets revenue is also influenced, to a large extent, by market conditions affecting client trading,
underwriting and advisory activity.
Canadian Personal and Business Banking has benefitted from loan and deposit growth through the periods presented above, driven by client
growth, and deepening relationships across our client base. The elevated rate environment has contributed to slower growth in loans and improved
net interest margin, through wider deposit margins and favourable business mix, partially offset by compressed loan margins.
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management revenue has benefitted from commercial banking volume growth and positive
investor sentiment in wealth management. In commercial banking, revenue growth has been driven by client demand that has tempered in recent
quarters and from the central bank interest rate policy that has resulted in elevated interest rates throughout most of the period. In wealth
management, recent AUA and AUM growth and associated fee income have been helped by constructive equity market activity.
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management continues to benefit from organic client acquisition. Deposit balances decreased in the
second and third quarters of 2023 which was accompanied by a shift in deposit mix due to the interest rate environment, but average balances
increased in the most recent four quarters. Loans declined in the fourth quarter of 2023 and first quarter of 2024, with a return to growth in the
second quarter of 2024, although revolver usage remains low. Wealth management AUA and AUM experienced market-related headwinds and
market volatility in the first half of 2023, while recent growth has been positively impacted by market appreciation.
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services had lower trading revenue in the third and fourth quarters of 2023, and second and fourth
quarters of 2024. The first quarters of 2023 and 2024 had higher trading revenue driven by robust market conditions and strong client activity. The
third quarter of 2024 included a TEB reversal related to the enactment of a Federal tax measure that denies the dividends received deduction for
Canadian banks.
Corporate and Other included the impact of higher net interest margins in International banking from rising interest rates. Starting in the
second quarter of 2023, funding costs increased due to interest rate volatility, which negatively impacted Corporate and Other. The negative impact
lessened as the increased funding costs were passed on to the SBUs over time. Higher revenue in the third quarter of 2024 included a TEB offset
reversal related to the enactment of a Federal tax measure that denies the dividends received deduction for Canadian banks.
Provision for credit losses
Provision for credit losses is dependent upon the credit cycle, on the credit performance of the loan portfolios, and changes in our economic
outlook. We have been operating in an uncertain macroeconomic environment due to elevated levels of interest rates and inflation, geopolitical
events and slower economic growth. There is considerable judgment involved in the estimation of expected credit losses in the current environment.
The faster than expected pace of interest rate increases, along with rising inflation, continued supply chain disruption and the increase in global
geopolitical concerns, impacted our provision for credit losses on performing loans in the third and fourth quarters of 2023. Unfavourable credit
migration also impacted our provision for credit losses in all quarters in 2023, and in the first, second and third quarters of 2024. An unfavourable
change in our outlook for the U.S. real estate and construction sector contributed to an increase in provision for credit losses on performing loans in
the second, third and fourth quarters of 2023 and the first quarter of 2024.
In Canadian Personal and Business Banking, provisions on impaired loans continue to trend higher as expected, due to the unfavourable
macro environments for the retail portfolios and write-offs from the seasoning of the acquired Canadian Costco credit card portfolio.
In Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, fiscal 2023 and the first, third and fourth quarters of 2024 included higher
provisions on impaired loans.
In U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, the second, third and fourth quarters of 2023 and the first, second and fourth quarters
of 2024 included higher provisions on impaired loans, mainly attributable to the real estate and construction sector.
In Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services, the third and fourth quarters of 2024 included higher provisions on impaired loans.
In Corporate and Other, provisions for impaired loans in International banking have remained relatively stable. The fourth quarter of 2023 and
the first quarter of 2024 included provision reversals.
Non-interest expenses
Non-interest expenses have fluctuated over the period largely due to changes in employee compensation expenses, investments in strategic
initiatives and movement in foreign exchange rates. The first and second quarters of 2024 included a charge related to the special assessment
imposed by the FDIC, shown as an item of note. The first quarter of 2023 included increases in legal provisions, while the second quarter of 2023
included a decrease in legal provisions in Corporate and Other, all shown as items of note, and the fourth quarter of 2023 included an impairment of
our intangible assets, shown as an item of note.
Income taxes
Income taxes vary with changes in taxable income in the jurisdictions in which the income is earned. The first quarter of 2023 included an income
tax charge taken to recognize the CRD tax and the retroactive impact of the 1.5% tax rate increase, which was shown as an item of note. The
third quarter of 2024 included an income tax charge related to the enactment of the Federal tax measure that denies the dividends received
deduction for Canadian banks.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Review of 2023 financial performance
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
Canadian
Personal and
Business
Banking (1)
Canadian
Commercial Banking
and Wealth
Management
U.S.
Commercial Banking
and Wealth
Management
Capital Markets
and Direct
Financial
Services (2)
Corporate
and Other (2)
CIBC
Total
2023
Net interest income
$
7,247
$
1,812
$
1,889
$
1,942
$
(65)
$
12,825
Non-interest income
2,169
3,591
803
3,546
398
10,507
Total revenue
9,416
5,403
2,692
5,488
333
23,332
Provision for credit losses
986
143
850
19
12
2,010
Non-interest expenses
5,174
2,691
1,466
2,721
2,297
14,349
Income (loss) before income taxes
3,256
2,569
376
2,748
(1,976)
6,973
Income taxes
892
691
(3)
762
(408)
1,934
Net income (loss)
$
2,364
$
1,878
$
379
$
1,986
$
(1,568)
$
5,039
Net income (loss) attributable to:
Non-controlling interests
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
38
$
38
Equity shareholders
2,364
1,878
379
1,986
(1,606)
5,001
2022
Net interest income
$
6,657
$
1,672
$
1,655
$
2,814
$
(157)
$
12,641
Non-interest income
2,252
3,582
802
2,187
369
9,192
Total revenue
8,909
5,254
2,457
5,001
212
21,833
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
876
23
218
(62)
2
1,057
Non-interest expenses
4,975
2,656
1,328
2,437
1,407
12,803
Income (loss) before income taxes
3,058
2,575
911
2,626
(1,197)
7,973
Income taxes
809
680
151
718
(628)
1,730
Net income (loss)
$
2,249
$
1,895
$
760
$
1,908
$
(569)
$
6,243
Net income (loss) attributable to:
Non-controlling interests
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
23
$
23
Equity shareholders
2,249
1,895
760
1,908
(592)
6,220
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services revenue and income taxes are reported on a TEB with an equivalent offset in the revenue and income taxes of Corporate and
Other.
The following discussion provides a comparison of our results of operations for the years ended October 31, 2023 and 2022.
Overview
Net income for 2023 was $5,039 million, compared with $6,243 million in 2022. The decrease in net income of $1,204 million was due to higher
non-interest expenses, including from an increase in legal provisions shown as an item of note, and a higher provision for credit losses, partially
offset by higher revenue.
Consolidated CIBC
Net interest income
Net interest income was up $184 million or 1% from 2022, primarily due to volume growth across most of our businesses and the impact of foreign
exchange translation, partially offset by lower net interest margin.
Non-interest income
Non-interest income was up $1,315 million or 14% from 2022, primarily due to higher trading income, foreign exchange other than trading due to
normal course Treasury activities, growth in fees related to corporate and commercial lending, higher net realized gains from dispositions of FVOCI
debt securities and higher fees in Canadian Personal and Business Banking, partially offset by lower card fees due to the additional commodity tax
charges related to the 2023 Canadian Federal budget, shown as an item of note, and lower equity and debt issuance revenue.
Provision for credit losses
Provision for credit losses was up $953 million or 90% from 2022. Provision for credit losses on performing loans was up largely due to unfavourable
credit migration across all SBUs, partially offset by a less unfavourable change in our economic outlook in 2023. Provision for credit losses on
impaired loans was up largely due to higher provisions in U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, and higher write-offs in Canadian
Personal and Business Banking.
Non-interest expenses
Non-interest expenses were up $1,546 million or 12% from 2022, primarily due to an increase in legal provisions in 2023, shown as an item of note,
higher employee-related compensation and higher spending on strategic initiatives, partially offset by lower professional fees.
Income taxes
Income tax expense was up $204 million or 12% from 2022, primarily due to the CRD tax and the retroactive impact of the 1.5% tax rate increase
recognized in 2023, shown as an item of note, partially offset by the impact of lower income taxes due to earnings mix in 2023.
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Revenue by segment
Canadian Personal and Business Banking
Revenue was up $507 million or 6% from 2022, primarily due to higher net interest margin and volume growth. Net interest income was up $590 million
or 9% from 2022, primarily due to higher net interest margin and volume growth, including from the acquisition of the Canadian Costco credit card
portfolio. Non-interest income was down $83 million or 4% from 2022, primarily due to lower fee revenue, including from lower card fees, partially due
to the commodity tax charge related to the retroactive impact of the 2023 Canadian Federal budget, shown as an item of note.
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
Revenue was up $149 million or 3% from 2022. Commercial banking revenue was up $223 million or 10%, primarily due to higher deposit margins,
volume growth and higher fees, partially offset by lower loan margins. Wealth management revenue was down $74 million or 2%, primarily due to
lower commission revenue from decreased client activity and lower deposit volumes, partially offset by higher fee-based revenue driven by
favourable change in mix and higher balances.
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
Revenue was up $235 million or 10% from 2022. Commercial banking revenue was up $173 million or 11%, primarily due to loan volume growth and
the impact of foreign currency translation, partially offset by lower fees. Wealth management revenue was up $62 million or 7%, primarily due to
higher deposit margins, the impact of foreign currency translation, and higher fee-based revenue driven by higher annual performance-based
mutual fund fees.
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services
Revenue was up $487 million or 10% from 2022. Global markets revenue was up $292 million or 13%, primarily due to higher fixed income,
commodities and foreign exchange trading revenue, and higher financing revenue, partially offset by lower equity derivatives trading revenue.
Corporate and investment banking revenue was down $63 million or 4%, primarily due to lower gains from our investment portfolios, lower debt and
equity underwriting activity, and lower advisory revenue, partially offset by higher corporate banking revenue. Direct financial services revenue was
up $258 million or 26%, primarily due to higher revenue from Simplii Financial, and growth in our foreign exchange and payments business, partially
offset by lower trading volumes in direct investing.
Corporate and Other
Revenue was up $121 million or 57% from 2022. International banking revenue was up $178 million, primarily due to higher net interest margin and
the impact of foreign exchange translation. Other revenue was down $57 million, primarily due to a higher TEB adjustment and lower revenue from
our strategic investments, partially offset by higher treasury revenue.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Non-GAAP measures
We use a number of financial measures to assess the performance of our business lines as described below. Some measures are calculated in
accordance with GAAP (IFRS), while other measures do not have a standardized meaning under GAAP, and accordingly, these measures may not
be comparable to similar measures used by other companies. Investors may find these non-GAAP measures, which include non-GAAP financial
measures and non-GAAP ratios as defined in National Instrument 52-112 “Non-GAAP and Other Financial Measures Disclosure”, useful in
understanding how management views underlying business performance.
Adjusted measures
Management assesses results on a reported and adjusted basis and considers both as useful measures of performance. Adjusted measures, which
include adjusted total revenue, adjusted provision for credit losses, adjusted non-interest expenses, adjusted income before income taxes, adjusted
income taxes and adjusted net income, in addition to the adjusted measures noted below, remove items of note from reported results to calculate
our adjusted results. Items of note include the amortization of intangible assets, and certain items of significance that arise from time to time which
management believes are not reflective of underlying business performance. We believe that adjusted measures provide the reader with a better
understanding of how management assesses underlying business performance and facilitates a more informed analysis of trends. While we believe
that adjusted measures may facilitate comparisons between our results and those of some of our Canadian peer banks, which make similar
adjustments in their public disclosure, it should be noted that there is no standardized meaning for adjusted measures under GAAP.
Prior to the third quarter of 2024, we also adjusted our SBU results to gross up tax-exempt revenue on certain securities to a TEB, being the
amount of fully taxable revenue, which, were it to have incurred tax at the statutory income tax rate, would yield the same after-tax revenue. In the
third quarter of 2024, with the enactment of the denial of the dividends received deduction for Canadian banks in respect of dividends received on
Canadian shares (applicable as of January 1, 2024), TEB is no longer being applied to these dividends. In addition, TEB recognized in the first and
second quarters of 2024 on impacted dividends was reversed in the third quarter of 2024. See the “Strategic business units overview” section and
Note 29 to our consolidated financial statements for further details.
Adjusted diluted EPS
We adjust our reported diluted EPS to remove the impact of items of note, net of income taxes, to calculate the adjusted EPS.
Adjusted efficiency ratio
We adjust our reported revenue and non-interest expenses to remove the impact of items of note. Commencing the first quarter of 2024, we no
longer gross up tax-exempt revenue to bring it to a TEB for the application of this ratio to our consolidated results. Prior year amounts have been
restated to conform with the change in presentation adopted in the current year.
Adjusted operating leverage
We adjust our reported revenue and non-interest expenses to remove the impact of items of note. Commencing the first quarter of 2024, we no
longer gross up tax-exempt revenue to bring it to a TEB for the application of this ratio to our consolidated results. Prior year amounts have been
restated to conform with the change in presentation adopted in the current year.
Adjusted dividend payout ratio
We adjust our reported net income attributable to common shareholders to remove the impact of items of note, net of income taxes, to calculate the
adjusted dividend payout ratio.
Adjusted return on common shareholders’ equity
We adjust our reported net income attributable to common shareholders to remove the impact of items of note, net of income taxes, to calculate the
adjusted return on common shareholders’ equity.
Adjusted effective tax rate
We adjust our reported income before income taxes and reported income taxes to remove the impact of items of note, to calculate the adjusted
effective tax rate.
Pre-provision, pre-tax earnings
Pre-provision, pre-tax earnings is calculated as revenue net of non-interest expenses, and provides the reader with an assessment of our ability to
generate earnings to cover credit losses through the credit cycle, as well as an additional basis for comparing underlying business performance
between periods by excluding the impact of provision for credit losses, which involves the application of judgments and estimates related to matters
that are uncertain and can vary significantly between periods. We adjust our pre-provision, pre-tax earnings to remove the impact of items of note to
calculate the adjusted pre-provision, pre-tax earnings. As discussed above, we believe that adjusted measures provide the reader with a better
understanding of how management assesses underlying business performance and facilitates a more informed analysis of trends.
Allocated common equity
Common equity is allocated to the SBUs based on the estimated amount of regulatory capital required to support their businesses (as determined
for the consolidated bank pursuant to OSFI’s regulatory capital requirements and internal targets). Unallocated common equity is reported in
Corporate and Other. Allocating capital on this basis provides a consistent framework to evaluate the returns of each SBU commensurate with the
risk assumed. In the first quarter of 2024, we increased the common equity allocated to our SBUs to 12% of common equity Tier 1 capital
requirements for each SBU, reflecting an increase from 11% in 2023. As part of the adoption of the Basel III reforms, a revised approach for
allocating operational risk RWA to each of the SBUs was introduced effective April 30, 2023. The new allocations are driven by the contributions of
each SBU to the total 3 years of revenue and total 10 years of operational losses. This change in methodology impacted allocated common equity
effective the third quarter of 2023. For additional information, see the “Risks arising from business activities” section.
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CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Management’s discussion and analysis
Segmented return on equity
We use return on equity on a segmented basis as one of the measures for performance evaluation and resource allocation decisions. While return
on equity for total CIBC provides a measure of return on common equity, return on equity on a segmented basis provides a similar metric based on
allocated common equity to our SBUs. As a result, segmented return on equity is a non-GAAP ratio. Segmented return on equity is calculated as net
income attributable to common shareholders for each SBU expressed as a percentage of average allocated common equity, which is the average
of monthly allocated common equity during the period. In the first quarter of 2024, we increased the common equity allocated to our SBUs, as noted
above.
The following table provides a reconciliation of GAAP (reported) results to non-GAAP (adjusted) results on a segmented basis.
$ millions, for the year ended October 31, 2024
Canadian
Personal
and Business
Banking
Canadian
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
Capital
Markets
and Direct
Financial
Services
Corporate
and Other
CIBC
Total
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
(US$ millions)
Operating results – reported
Total revenue
$
10,241
$
5,730
$
2,805
$
5,804
$
1,026 $
25,606
$
2,063
Provision for credit losses
1,203
122
560
115
1
2,001
412
Non-interest expenses
5,360
2,941
1,701
2,967
1,470
14,439
1,251
Income (loss) before income taxes
3,678
2,667
544
2,722
(445)
9,166
400
Income taxes
1,008
729
43
734
(502)
2,012
32
Net income
2,670
1,938
501
1,988
57
7,154
368
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
–
–
–
–
39
39
–
Net income attributable to equity shareholders
2,670
1,938
501
1,988
18
7,115
368
Diluted EPS ($)
$
7.28
Impact of items of note (1)
Non-interest expenses
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
$
(26)
$
–
$
(30)
$
–
$
– $
(56)
$
(22)
Charge related to the special assessment imposed
by the FDIC
–
–
(103)
–
–
(103)
(77)
Impact of items of note on non-interest expenses
(26)
–
(133)
–
–
(159)
(99)
Total pre-tax impact of items of note on net income
26
–
133
–
–
159
99
Income taxes
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
7
–
8
–
–
15
6
Charge related to the special assessment imposed
by the FDIC
–
–
26
–
–
26
19
Impact of items of note on income taxes
7
–
34
–
–
41
25
Total after-tax impact of items of note on net income
$
19
$
–
$
99
$
–
$
– $
118
$
74
Impact of items of note on diluted EPS ($) (2)
$
0.12
Operating results – adjusted (3)
Total revenue – adjusted (4)
$
10,241
$
5,730
$
2,805
$
5,804
$
1,026 $
25,606
$
2,063
Provision for credit losses – adjusted
1,203
122
560
115
1
2,001
412
Non-interest expenses – adjusted
5,334
2,941
1,568
2,967
1,470
14,280
1,152
Income (loss) before income taxes – adjusted
3,704
2,667
677
2,722
(445)
9,325
499
Income taxes – adjusted
1,015
729
77
734
(502)
2,053
57
Net income – adjusted
2,689
1,938
600
1,988
57
7,272
442
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests –
adjusted
–
–
–
–
39
39
–
Net income attributable to equity shareholders –
adjusted
2,689
1,938
600
1,988
18
7,233
442
Adjusted diluted EPS ($)
$
7.40
(1) Items of note are removed from reported results to calculate adjusted results.
(2) Includes the impact of rounding differences between diluted EPS and adjusted diluted EPS.
(3) Adjusted to exclude the impact of items of note. Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures.
(4) CIBC total results excludes a taxable equivalent basis (TEB) adjustment of $16 million (2023: $254 million).
(5) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(6) Relates to the net legal provisions recognized in the first and second quarters of 2023.
(7) The income tax charge is comprised of $510 million for the present value of the estimated amount of the CRD tax of $555 million, and a charge of $35 million related to the
fiscal 2022 impact of the 1.5% increase in the tax rate applied to taxable income of certain bank and insurance entities in excess of $100 million for periods after
April 2022. The discount of $45 million on the CRD tax accretes over the four-year payment period from initial recognition.
(8) Acquisition and integration costs, shown as an item of note starting in the fourth quarter of 2021, are comprised of incremental costs incurred as part of planning for and
executing the integration of the Canadian Costco credit card portfolio, including enabling franchising opportunities, the upgrade and conversion of systems and
processes, project delivery, communication costs and client welcome bonuses. Purchase accounting adjustments shown as an item of note starting in the second quarter
of 2022, include the accretion of the acquisition date fair value discount on the acquired Canadian Costco credit card receivables. Provision for credit losses for performing
loans associated with the acquisition of the Canadian Costco credit card portfolio, included the stage 1 ECL allowance established immediately after the acquisition date
and the impact of the migration of stage 1 accounts to stage 2 during the second quarter of 2022.
CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 15
Management’s discussion and analysis
The following table provides a reconciliation of GAAP (reported) results to non-GAAP (adjusted) results on a segmented basis.
$ millions, for the year ended October 31, 2023
Canadian
Personal
and Business
Banking (5)
Canadian
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
Capital
Markets
and Direct
Financial
Services
Corporate
and Other
CIBC
Total
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
(US$ millions)
Operating results – reported
Total revenue
$
9,416
$
5,403
$
2,692 $
5,488 $
333 $
23,332
$
1,994
Provision for credit losses
986
143
850
19
12
2,010
630
Non-interest expenses
5,174
2,691
1,466
2,721
2,297
14,349
1,086
Income (loss) before income taxes
3,256
2,569
376
2,748
(1,976)
6,973
278
Income taxes
892
691
(3)
762
(408)
1,934
(2)
Net income (loss)
2,364
1,878
379
1,986
(1,568)
5,039
280
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
–
–
–
–
38
38
–
Net income (loss) attributable to equity shareholders
2,364
1,878
379
1,986
(1,606)
5,001
280
Diluted EPS ($)
$
5.17
Impact of items of note (1)
Revenue
Commodity tax charge related to the retroactive impact of
the 2023 Canadian Federal budget
$
34
$
–
$
– $
– $
– $
34
$
–
Impact of items of note on revenue
34
–
–
–
–
34
–
Non-interest expenses
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
(26)
–
(56)
–
(39)
(121)
(41)
Increase in legal provisions (6)
–
–
–
–
(1,055)
(1,055)
–
Impact of items of note on non-interest expenses
(26)
–
(56)
–
(1,094)
(1,176)
(41)
Total pre-tax impact of items of note on net income
60
–
56
–
1,094
1,210
41
Income taxes
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
6
–
15
–
4
25
11
Commodity tax charge related to the retroactive impact of
the 2023 Canadian Federal budget
9
–
–
–
–
9
–
Increase in legal provisions (6)
–
–
–
–
293
293
–
Income tax charge related to the 2022 Canadian Federal
budget (7)
–
–
–
–
(545)
(545)
–
Impact of items of note on income taxes
15
–
15
–
(248)
(218)
11
Total after-tax impact of items of note on net income
$
45
$
–
$
41 $
– $
1,342 $
1,428
$
30
Impact of items of note on diluted EPS ($) (2)
$
1.56
Operating results – adjusted (3)
Total revenue – adjusted (4)
$
9,450
$
5,403
$
2,692 $
5,488 $
333 $
23,366
$
1,994
Provision for credit losses – adjusted
986
143
850
19
12
2,010
630
Non-interest expenses – adjusted
5,148
2,691
1,410
2,721
1,203
13,173
1,045
Income (loss) before income taxes – adjusted
3,316
2,569
432
2,748
(882)
8,183
319
Income taxes – adjusted
907
691
12
762
(656)
1,716
9
Net income (loss) – adjusted
2,409
1,878
420
1,986
(226)
6,467
310
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests –
adjusted
–
–
–
–
38
38
–
Net income (loss) attributable to equity shareholders –
adjusted
2,409
1,878
420
1,986
(264)
6,429
310
Adjusted diluted EPS ($)
$
6.73
See previous page for footnote references.
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CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Management’s discussion and analysis
The following table provides a reconciliation of GAAP (reported) results to non-GAAP (adjusted) results on a segmented basis.
$ millions, for the year ended October 31, 2022
Canadian
Personal
and Business
Banking
Canadian
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
Capital
Markets
and Direct
Financial
Services
Corporate
and Other
CIBC
Total
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
(US$ millions)
Operating results – reported
Total revenue
$
8,909
$
5,254
$
2,457 $
5,001 $
212 $
21,833
$
1,902
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
876
23
218
(62)
2
1,057
169
Non-interest expenses
4,975
2,656
1,328
2,437
1,407
12,803
1,028
Income (loss) before income taxes
3,058
2,575
911
2,626
(1,197)
7,973
705
Income taxes
809
680
151
718
(628)
1,730
117
Net income (loss)
2,249
1,895
760
1,908
(569)
6,243
588
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
–
–
–
–
23
23
–
Net income (loss) attributable to equity shareholders
2,249
1,895
760
1,908
(592)
6,220
588
Diluted EPS ($)
$
6.68
Impact of items of note (1)
Revenue
Acquisition and integration-related costs as well as
purchase accounting adjustments and provision for
credit losses for performing loans (8)
$
(16)
$
–
$
– $
– $
– $
(16)
$
–
Impact of items of note on revenue
(16)
–
–
–
–
(16)
–
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Acquisition and integration-related costs as well as
purchase accounting adjustments and provision for
credit losses for performing loans (8)
(94)
–
–
–
–
(94)
–
Impact of items of note on provision for (reversal of)
credit losses
(94)
–
–
–
–
(94)
–
Non-interest expenses
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
(18)
–
(68)
–
(12)
(98)
(53)
Acquisition and integration-related costs as well as
purchase accounting adjustments and provision for
credit losses for performing loans (8)
(103)
–
–
–
–
(103)
–
Charge related to the consolidation of our real estate
portfolio
–
–
–
–
(37)
(37)
–
Increase in legal provisions
–
–
–
–
(136)
(136)
–
Impact of items of note on non-interest expenses
(121)
–
(68)
–
(185)
(374)
(53)
Total pre-tax impact of items of note on net income
199
–
68
–
185
452
53
Income taxes
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
4
–
18
–
1
23
14
Acquisition and integration-related costs as well as
purchase accounting adjustments and provision for
credit losses for performing loans (8)
48
–
–
–
–
48
–
Charge related to the consolidation of our real estate
portfolio
–
–
–
–
10
10
–
Increase in legal provisions
–
–
–
–
36
36
–
Impact of items of note on income taxes
52
–
18
–
47
117
14
Total after-tax impact of items of note on net income
$
147
$
–
$
50 $
– $
138 $
335
$
39
Impact of items of note on diluted EPS ($) (2)
$
0.37
Operating results – adjusted (3)
Total revenue – adjusted (4)
$
8,893
$
5,254
$
2,457 $
5,001 $
212 $
21,817
$
1,902
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses – adjusted
782
23
218
(62)
2
963
169
Non-interest expenses – adjusted
4,854
2,656
1,260
2,437
1,222
12,429
975
Income (loss) before income taxes – adjusted
3,257
2,575
979
2,626
(1,012)
8,425
758
Income taxes – adjusted
861
680
169
718
(581)
1,847
131
Net income (loss) – adjusted
2,396
1,895
810
1,908
(431)
6,578
627
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests –
adjusted
–
–
–
–
23
23
–
Net income (loss) attributable to equity shareholders –
adjusted
2,396
1,895
810
1,908
(454)
6,555
627
Adjusted diluted EPS ($)
$
7.05
See previous pages for footnote references.
CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 17
Management’s discussion and analysis
The following table provides a reconciliation of GAAP (reported) results to non-GAAP (adjusted) results on a segmented basis.
$ millions, for the year ended October 31, 2021
Canadian
Personal
and Business
Banking
Canadian
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
Capital
Markets
and Direct
Financial
Services
Corporate
and Other
CIBC
Total
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
(US$ millions)
Operating results – reported
Total revenue
$
8,150
$
4,670
$
2,194 $
4,520 $
481 $
20,015
$
1,748
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
350
(39)
(75)
(100)
22
158
(61)
Non-interest expenses
4,414
2,443
1,121
2,117
1,440
11,535
893
Income (loss) before income taxes
3,386
2,266
1,148
2,503
(981)
8,322
916
Income taxes
892
601
222
646
(485)
1,876
177
Net income (loss)
2,494
1,665
926
1,857
(496)
6,446
739
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
–
–
–
–
17
17
–
Net income (loss) attributable to equity shareholders
2,494
1,665
926
1,857
(513)
6,429
739
Diluted EPS ($)
$
6.96
Impact of items of note (1)
Non-interest expenses
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
$
–
$
–
$
(68) $
– $
(11) $
(79)
$
(54)
Acquisition and integration-related costs (8)
(12)
–
–
–
–
(12)
–
Charge related to the consolidation of our real estate
portfolio
–
–
–
–
(109)
(109)
–
Increase in legal provisions
–
–
–
–
(125)
(125)
–
Impact of items of note on non-interest expenses
(12)
–
(68)
–
(245)
(325)
(54)
Total pre-tax impact of items of note on net income
12
–
68
–
245
325
54
Income taxes
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
–
–
18
–
1
19
14
Acquisition and integration-related costs (8)
3
–
–
–
–
3
–
Charge related to the consolidation of our real estate
portfolio
–
–
–
–
29
29
–
Increase in legal provisions
–
–
–
–
33
33
–
Impact of items of note on income taxes
3
–
18
–
63
84
14
Total after-tax impact of items of note on net income
$
9
$
–
$
50 $
– $
182 $
241
$
40
Impact of items of note on diluted EPS ($) (2)
$
0.27
Operating results – adjusted (3)
Total revenue – adjusted (4)
$
8,150
$
4,670
$
2,194 $
4,520 $
481 $
20,015
$
1,748
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses – adjusted
350
(39)
(75)
(100)
22
158
(61)
Non-interest expenses – adjusted
4,402
2,443
1,053
2,117
1,195
11,210
839
Income (loss) before income taxes – adjusted
3,398
2,266
1,216
2,503
(736)
8,647
970
Income taxes – adjusted
895
601
240
646
(422)
1,960
191
Net income (loss) – adjusted
2,503
1,665
976
1,857
(314)
6,687
779
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests –
adjusted
–
–
–
–
17
17
–
Net income (loss) attributable to equity shareholders –
adjusted
2,503
1,665
976
1,857
(331)
6,670
779
Adjusted diluted EPS ($)
$
7.23
See previous pages for footnote references.
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CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Management’s discussion and analysis
The following table provides a reconciliation of GAAP (reported) results to non-GAAP (adjusted) results on a segmented basis.
$ millions, for the year ended October 31, 2020
Canadian
Personal
and Business
Banking
Canadian
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
Capital
Markets
and Direct
Financial
Services
Corporate
and Other
CIBC
Total
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
(US$ millions)
Operating results – reported
Total revenue
$
7,922
$
4,121
$
2,043 $
4,053 $
602 $
18,741
$
1,520
Provision for credit losses
1,189
303
487
311
199
2,489
358
Non-interest expenses
4,308
2,179
1,126
1,929
1,820
11,362
838
Income (loss) before income taxes
2,425
1,639
430
1,813
(1,417)
4,890
324
Income taxes
640
437
55
505
(539)
1,098
42
Net income (loss)
1,785
1,202
375
1,308
(878)
3,792
282
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
–
–
–
–
2
2
–
Net income (loss) attributable to equity shareholders
1,785
1,202
375
1,308
(880)
3,790
282
Diluted EPS ($)
$
4.11
Impact of items of note (1)
Non-interest expenses
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
$
(8)
$
(1)
$
(83) $
– $
(13) $
(105)
$
(62)
Charge related to the consolidation of our real estate
portfolio
–
–
–
–
(114)
(114)
–
Increase in legal provisions
–
–
–
–
(70)
(70)
–
Gain as a result of plan amendments related to pension
and other post-employment plans
–
–
–
–
79
79
–
Restructuring charges, primarily relating to employee
severance and related costs
–
–
–
–
(339)
(339)
–
Goodwill impairment charge related to our
controlling interest in CIBC Caribbean
–
–
–
–
(248)
(248)
–
Impact of items of note on non-interest expenses
(8)
(1)
(83)
–
(705)
(797)
(62)
Total pre-tax impact of items of note on net income
8
1
83
–
705
797
62
Income taxes
Amortization and impairment of acquisition-related
intangible assets
2
–
22
–
1
25
17
Charge related to the consolidation of our real estate
portfolio
–
–
–
–
30
30
–
Increase in legal provisions
–
–
–
–
19
19
–
Gain as a result of plan amendments related to pension
and other post-employment plans
–
–
–
–
(21)
(21)
–
Restructuring charges, primarily relating to employee
severance and related costs
–
–
–
–
89
89
–
Impact of items of note on income taxes
2
–
22
–
118
142
17
Total after-tax impact of items of note on net income
$
6
$
1
$
61 $
– $
587 $
655
$
45
Impact of items of note on diluted EPS ($) (2)
$
0.74
Operating results – adjusted (3)
Total revenue – adjusted (4)
$
7,922
$
4,121
$
2,043 $
4,053 $
602 $
18,741
$
1,520
Provision for credit losses – adjusted
1,189
303
487
311
199
2,489
358
Non-interest expenses – adjusted
4,300
2,178
1,043
1,929
1,115
10,565
776
Income (loss) before income taxes – adjusted
2,433
1,640
513
1,813
(712)
5,687
386
Income taxes – adjusted
642
437
77
505
(421)
1,240
59
Net income (loss) – adjusted
1,791
1,203
436
1,308
(291)
4,447
327
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests –
adjusted
–
–
–
–
2
2
–
Net income (loss) attributable to equity shareholders –
adjusted
1,791
1,203
436
1,308
(293)
4,445
327
Adjusted diluted EPS ($)
$
4.85
See previous pages for footnote references.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
The following table provides a reconciliation of GAAP (reported) net income to non-GAAP (adjusted) pre-provision, pre-tax earnings on a segmented basis.
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
Canadian
Personal
and Business
Banking
Canadian
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
Capital
Markets
and Direct
Financial
Services
Corporate
and Other
CIBC
Total
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
(US$ millions)
2024
Net income
$
2,670
$
1,938
$
501
$
1,988
$
57 $
7,154
$
368
Add: provision for credit losses
1,203
122
560
115
1
2,001
412
Add: income taxes
1,008
729
43
734
(502)
2,012
32
Pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (1)
4,881
2,789
1,104
2,837
(444)
11,167
812
Pre-tax impact of items of note (2)
26
–
133
–
–
159
99
Adjusted pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (3)
$
4,907
$
2,789
$
1,237
$
2,837
$
(444) $
11,326
$
911
2023 (4) Net income (loss)
$
2,364
$
1,878
$
379
$
1,986
$
(1,568) $
5,039
$
280
Add: provision for credit losses
986
143
850
19
12
2,010
630
Add: income taxes
892
691
(3)
762
(408)
1,934
(2)
Pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (1)
4,242
2,712
1,226
2,767
(1,964)
8,983
908
Pre-tax impact of items of note (2)
60
–
56
–
1,094
1,210
41
Adjusted pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (3)
$
4,302
$
2,712
$
1,282
$
2,767
$
(870) $
10,193
$
949
2022
Net income (loss)
$
2,249
$
1,895
$
760
$
1,908
$
(569) $
6,243
$
588
Add: provision for (reversal of) credit losses
876
23
218
(62)
2
1,057
169
Add: income taxes
809
680
151
718
(628)
1,730
117
Pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (1)
3,934
2,598
1,129
2,564
(1,195)
9,030
874
Pre-tax impact of items of note (2)(5)
105
–
68
–
185
358
53
Adjusted pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (3)
$
4,039
$
2,598
$
1,197
$
2,564
$
(1,010) $
9,388
$
927
2021
Net income (loss)
$
2,494
$
1,665
$
926
$
1,857
$
(496) $
6,446
$
739
Add: provision for (reversal of) credit losses
350
(39)
(75)
(100)
22
158
(61)
Add: income taxes
892
601
222
646
(485)
1,876
177
Pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (1)
3,736
2,227
1,073
2,403
(959)
8,480
855
Pre-tax impact of items of note (2)
12
–
68
–
245
325
54
Adjusted pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (3)
$
3,748
$
2,227
$
1,141
$
2,403
$
(714) $
8,805
$
909
2020
Net income (loss)
$
1,785
$
1,202
$
375
$
1,308
$
(878) $
3,792
$
282
Add: provision for credit losses
1,189
303
487
311
199
2,489
358
Add: income taxes
640
437
55
505
(539)
1,098
42
Pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (1)
3,614
1,942
917
2,124
(1,218)
7,379
682
Pre-tax impact of items of note (2)
8
1
83
–
705
797
62
Adjusted pre-provision (reversal), pre-tax
earnings (losses) (3)
$
3,622
$
1,943
$
1,000
$
2,124
$
(513) $
8,176
$
744
(1) Non-GAAP measure.
(2) Items of note are removed from reported results to calculate adjusted results.
(3) Adjusted to exclude the impact of items of note. Adjusted measures are non-GAAP measures.
(4) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(5) Excludes the impact of the provision for credit losses for performing loans from the acquisition of the Canadian Costco credit card portfolio, as the amount is included in
the add back of provision for (reversal of) credit losses.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Strategic business units overview
CIBC has four SBUs – Canadian Personal and Business Banking, Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, U.S. Commercial
Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services. These SBUs are supported by the following functional
groups – Technology, Infrastructure and Innovation, Risk Management, People, Culture and Brand, and Finance, as well as other support groups,
which all are included within Corporate and Other. The expenses of these functional and support groups are generally allocated to the business
lines within the SBUs. Corporate and Other also includes the results of CIBC Caribbean and other portfolio investments, as well as other income
statement and balance sheet items not directly attributable to the business lines.
Effective for the first quarter of 2025, our Simplii Financial direct banking business will be realigned with Canadian Personal and Business Banking
and our Investor’s Edge direct investing business will be realigned with Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. Both lines of
business are included in the 2024 and 2023 financial results for Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services discussed below.
Business unit allocations
Revenue, expenses, and other balance sheet resources related to certain activities are generally allocated to the lines of business within the SBUs.
Treasury activities impact the financial results of the SBUs. Each line of business within our SBUs is charged or credited with a market-based
cost of funds on assets and liabilities, respectively, which impacts the revenue performance of the SBUs. This market-based cost of funds takes into
account the cost of maintaining sufficient regulatory capital to support business requirements, including the cost of preferred shares. Once the
interest and liquidity risks inherent in our client-driven assets and liabilities are transfer priced into Treasury, they are managed within CIBC’s risk
framework and limits. Capital is attributed to the SBUs based on the estimated amount of regulatory capital required to support their businesses,
which is intended to consistently measure and align the costs with the underlying benefits and risks associated with SBU activities. Earnings on
unattributed capital remain in Corporate and Other. We review our transfer pricing methodologies on an ongoing basis to ensure they reflect
changing market environments and industry practices.
We use a Product Owner/Customer Segment/Distributor Channel allocation management model to measure and report the results of
operations of various lines of business within our SBUs. The model uses certain estimates and methodologies to process internal transfers between
the impacted lines of business for sales, renewals and trailer commissions as well as certain attributable costs. Periodically, the sales, renewals and
trailer commission rates paid to customer segments for certain products/services are revised and applied prospectively.
The non-interest expenses of the functional and support groups are generally allocated to the business lines within the SBUs based on
appropriate criteria and methodologies. The basis of allocation is reviewed periodically to reflect changes in support to business lines. Other costs
not directly attributable to business lines remain in Corporate and Other.
We recognize provision for credit losses on both impaired (stage 3) and performing (stages 1 and 2) loans in the respective SBUs.
Revenue, taxable equivalent basis
Prior to the third quarter of 2024, certain SBUs evaluated revenue on a TEB. In order to arrive at the TEB amount, the SBUs grossed up tax-exempt
revenue on certain securities to a TEB, being the amount of fully taxable revenue, which, were it to have incurred tax at the statutory income tax rate,
would yield the same after-tax revenue. Simultaneously, an equivalent amount was booked as an income tax expense resulting in no impact on the
net income of the SBUs. This measure enabled comparability of revenue arising from both taxable and tax-exempt sources. The total TEB
adjustments of the SBUs were offset in revenue and income tax expense in Corporate and Other. Commencing in the third quarter of 2024, TEB
reporting is no longer applicable to certain dividends received on or after January 1, 2024. Also in the third quarter of 2024, the enactment of the
denial of the dividends received deduction resulted in a TEB reversal for dividends received on or after January 1, 2024 that were included in the
first and second quarters of 2024.
CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 21
Management’s discussion and analysis
Canadian Personal and Business Banking
Canadian Personal and Business Banking provides personal and business clients across Canada with financial advice, services and solutions
through banking centres, as well as mobile and online channels, to help make their ambitions a reality.
Our business strategy
We are focused on helping our clients achieve their ambitions, and delivering sustainable, market-leading performance. To achieve this, our
strategy continues to comprise three key priorities:
•
Delivering exceptional client experiences with personalized advice and high-touch service and solutions;
•
Growing our Personal Banking business with a digital-first mindset by making it easier for clients to bank with us digitally; and
•
Establishing a culture of operational excellence, enabled through our talent, technology and processes.
2024 progress
This was a year of clear progress across Personal and Business Banking, in which we grew our client base with notable momentum in students and
newcomers, furthered our strengths in technology and talent, and significantly deepened relationships with high-touch, high-growth client segments
we’ve targeted for growth, including Imperial Service, as we helped clients navigate a challenging market with expert advice. Our client satisfaction
scores increased again this year, and are a testament to our team and the relationships we continue to build with our clients. In the Ipsos Customer
Satisfaction Index Study, we continued to narrow our gap to the leader for our primary clients’ net promotor score, with our smallest gap to date. In
the J.D. Power 2024 Canada Banking Mobile App and Online Banking Satisfaction studies, we ranked #2 in client satisfaction.
Delivering exceptional client experiences with personalized advice and high-touch service and solutions
•
Continued to grow our Imperial Service offer through new dedicated leadership, a refined value proposition and strategic investments in
people and technology to better support clients.
•
Launched the Skilled Trades banking solution for students, apprentices and professionals, delivering greater value for Canadians pursuing a
career in the skilled trades.
•
Launched a new First Home Savings Account to support tax-efficient saving and first home ownership ambitions of our personal banking
clients.
•
Introduced a new travel booking platform, CIBC by Expedia, which provides a best-in-class experience for CIBC Aventura credit card clients.
•
Launched the Business Client Advice Centre to support banking centres and low-complexity unmanaged Business Banking clients virtually.
•
Ranked #1 in client satisfaction with Small Business banking for the second year in a row according to the J.D. Power 2024 Canada Small
Business Banking Satisfaction study.
Growing our Personal Banking business with a digital-first mindset by making it easier for clients to bank with us digitally
•
Ranked #1 by Surviscor for delivering the best mobile banking experience among Canada’s big banks.
•
Expanded the support we provide to newcomers and helped simplify the start of their immigration journey by launching CIBC Smart Arrival
allowing newcomers to open a bank account through digital channels prior to arriving in Canada.
•
Launched an all-in-one online application for credit cards and deposit accounts for newcomers, a first among our competitors.
•
Introduced the Best Student Life Bundle, a first-in-market, digital-exclusive offer to apply for three products in one online application.
•
Continued enhancements to our industry leading ATM capabilities with the national launch of near field communication (NFC or tap) on all
ATMs with NFC readers.
•
Ranked #2 in client satisfaction with mobile banking apps and online banking in the J.D. Power 2024 Canada Banking Mobile App and Online
Banking Satisfaction studies.
Establishing a culture of operational excellence, enabled through our talent, technology and processes
•
Recognized with the Best Gen-AI Initiative technology award in The Digital Banker’s 2024 Global Transaction Banking Innovation Awards as
we continued to leverage AI to do more for our clients.
•
Ranked #1 on Investment Executive 2024 Report Card on Banks for the ninth consecutive year.
•
Continued to integrate electronic customer relationship management (eCRM) with core applications like the new CIBC Investment Platform,
Compass, and the Ambition Protection Planner (Insurance) to support our frontline in addressing the holistic needs of our clients.
•
Made DocuSign the default signing option for clients, enabling a faster and more convenient client signing experience and unlocking
employee capacity.
•
Automated the credit card pick-up process and added real-time tracking capabilities to improve the number of cards picked up at CIBC
banking centres.
2024 financial review
Revenue(1)
($ billions)
Net income(1)
($ millions)
Operating leverage(1)
(%)
Average loans and
acceptances(2)(3)
($ billions)
Average deposits(3)
($ billions)
24
10.2
23
9.4
24
2,670
23
2,364
24
5.2
23
1.7
23
24
321.3
316.7
24
23
218.4
226.1
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Loan amounts are stated before any related allowances.
(3) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Our focus for 2025
In Canadian Personal and Business Banking, our objective is to be the leading relationship bank for Canadian consumers and businesses,
delivering market-leading value for all our stakeholders through differentiated advice, seamless client experience, and operational excellence. Our
strategy is centred on four strategic priorities:
•
Expand our client base, with a focus on our Mass Affluent franchise;
•
Deepen client relationships through personalized advice and seamless, digitally-enabled client engagement across our channels; and
•
Enable a superior client and team member experience by investing in our people and technology to drive simplification and operational
excellence.
Results(1)
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (2)
Revenue
$
10,241
$
9,416
Provision for credit losses
Impaired
1,144
922
Performing
59
64
Provision for credit losses
1,203
986
Non-interest expenses
5,360
5,174
Income before income taxes
3,678
3,256
Income taxes
1,008
892
Net income
$
2,670
$
2,364
Net income attributable to:
Equity shareholders
$
2,670
$
2,364
Total revenue
Net interest income
$
7,906
$
7,247
Non-interest income (3)
2,335
2,169
$
10,241
$
9,416
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets (4)(5)
2.47 %
2.30 %
Efficiency ratio
52.3 %
54.9 %
Operating leverage
5.2 %
1.7 %
Return on equity (6)
23.2 %
25.1 %
Average allocated common equity (6)
$
11,503
$
9,414
Average assets ($ billions) (4)
$
324.5
$
319.8
Average loans and acceptances ($ billions) (4)
$
321.3
$
316.7
Average deposits ($ billions) (4)
$
226.1
$
218.4
Full-time equivalent employees
13,531
13,208
(1) For additional segmented information, see Note 29 to the consolidated financial statements.
(2) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(3) Includes intersegment revenue, which represents internal sales commissions and revenue allocations under the Product Owner/Customer Segment/Distributor Channel
allocation management model.
(4) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(5) For additional information on the composition, see the “Glossary” section.
(6) For additional information, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section.
Financial overview
Net income was up $306 million or 13% from 2023, primarily due to higher revenue, partially offset by a higher provision for credit losses and higher
non-interest expenses.
Revenue
Revenue was up $825 million or 9% from 2023, primarily due to higher net interest margin, volume growth and higher fees.
Net interest income was up $659 million or 9% from 2023, primarily due to higher net interest margin and volume growth. Non-interest income was
up $166 million or 8% from 2023, primarily due to higher fees. The prior year included a commodity tax charge related to the retroactive impact of
the 2023 Canadian Federal budget, shown as an item of note.
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets was up 17 basis points, mainly due to higher deposit margins and favourable asset mix,
partially offset by lower loan margins.
Provision for credit losses
Provision for credit losses was up $217 million or 22% from 2023. Provision for credit losses on performing loans was comparable to the prior year
due to less unfavourable credit migration and a decrease resulting from model parameter updates, offset by a less favourable change in our
economic outlook in the current year. Provision for credit losses on impaired loans was up, primarily due to higher write-offs in credit cards and the
personal lending portfolio, partially offset by impaired provision reductions in residential mortgages.
Non-interest expenses
Non-interest expenses were up $186 million or 4% from 2023, primarily due to higher employee-related and performance-based compensation,
higher spending on strategic initiatives, and a software impairment charge.
Income taxes
Income taxes were up $116 million or 13% from 2023, primarily due to higher income.
Average assets
Average assets were up $4.7 billion or 1% from 2023, primarily due to growth in residential mortgages and cards.
CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 23
Management’s discussion and analysis
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management provides high-touch, relationship-oriented banking and wealth management services to
middle-market companies, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals and families across Canada, as well as asset management services to
institutional investors.
Our business strategy
We are focused on building and enhancing client relationships, being Canada’s leader in financial advice and generating long-term consistent
growth. To deliver on this, our strategic priorities are:
•
Delivering risk-controlled growth in our Commercial Bank, while continuing to foster strong, connected referrals across CIBC;
•
Accelerating the growth of Private Wealth with a focus on financial planning to deepen client relationships; and
•
Evolving our Asset Management business.
2024 progress
In 2024, our purpose-driven team maintained a strong focus on client relationships, which drove solid results. In Commercial Banking, we managed
our portfolio in a risk-controlled manner given the macroeconomic environment. Our strong focus on client relationships was reflected in our net
promoter score, driving deeper, longer-term client relationships. The Canadian Private Wealth business performed well as we continued to execute
on our strategy to lead in the mass affluent and high-net-worth client segments. To support our growth, we enhanced our Financial Planning
coverage for our clients, increasing the productivity of our planning teams through ongoing investments in technology. In Asset Management we
saw significant growth of $20 billion in total net flows. Across our business, our teams had strong referral momentum resulting in deeper client
relationships, reinforcing our commitment to helping our clients achieve their ambitions.
Delivering risk-controlled growth in our Commercial Bank
•
Achieved strong net promotor score results, reflecting our client driven culture and ongoing service improvements across our business.
•
Continued our journey to modernize our commercial banking systems, including the launch of Cash Management Online (CMO) Lending and
Investments and ongoing investment in Precision Lender and other platforms to better enable our frontline in supporting our clients.
•
Delivered strong relative loan loss provisions in our Commercial Banking portfolio while continuing to support growth in key relationships.
Accelerating the growth of Private Wealth
•
Wood Gundy was ranked second overall amongst the Big 5 banks by Investment Executive Brokerage Report Card for the third consecutive
year – a strong statement on the confidence of our advisory team.
•
Continued to invest in enhancing our coverage in Private Banking, delivering stable growth in our platform and continued improvements to
client satisfaction scores.
•
Enhanced our Financial Planning coverage for our clients, increasing the productivity of our planning teams through focused hiring and
ongoing investments in technology and support.
Evolving our Asset Management business
•
Continued to rollout our new CIBC Investment Platform, a state-of-the-art platform that streamlines account structures, improves onboarding
and client reporting, and provides enhanced portfolio management capabilities for advisors.
•
Ranked #1 for IFIC Mutual Fund Net Flows and #2 for Long-Term Retail Mutual Fund Net Flows/AUM.
•
Delivered a strong year for institutional Asset Management with $15 billion in total net flows, including an $11.5 billion Indigenous fixed income
mandate.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
2024 financial review
Revenue
($ billions)
Net income
($ millions)
Operating leverage
(%)
Average loans(1)(2)
($ billions)
Average deposits(2)
($ billions)
23
5.4
24
5.7
23
1,878
24
1,938
23
24
(3.2)
1.5
23
94.5
24
97.4
24
23
99.2
96.8
Average commercial
banking loans(1)(2)(3)
($ billions)
Average commercial
banking deposits(2)
($ billions)
Assets under
administration and
management(4)
($ billions)
Canadian retail mutual
funds and exchange-
traded funds
($ billions)
24
23
95.1
92.1
24
23
93.9
90.9
AUM
24
23
213.5
331.6
430.5
276.9
23
120.4
24
149.4
(1) Loan amounts are stated before any related allowances.
(2) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(3) Comprises loans and acceptances and notional amount of letters of credit.
(4) AUM amounts are included in the amounts reported under AUA.
Our focus for 2025
In Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, our ambition is to become the leader in financial advice to both personal and business
clients. We are focused on three strategic priorities:
•
Delivering risk-controlled growth with a focus on relationship-banking and increasing connectivity to deepen relationships;
•
Modernizing and simplifying our processes and systems; and
•
Focusing on high-growth market segments.
CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 25
Management’s discussion and analysis
Results(1)
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Revenue
Commercial banking
$
2,465
$
2,501
Wealth management
3,265
2,902
Total revenue
5,730
5,403
Provision for credit losses
Impaired
74
108
Performing
48
35
Provision for credit losses
122
143
Non-interest expenses
2,941
2,691
Income before income taxes
2,667
2,569
Income taxes
729
691
Net income
$
1,938
$
1,878
Net income attributable to:
Equity shareholders
$
1,938
$
1,878
Total revenue
Net interest income
$
2,056
$
1,812
Non-interest income (2)
3,674
3,591
$
5,730
$
5,403
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets (3)(4)
2.84 %
3.43 %
Efficiency ratio
51.3 %
49.8 %
Operating leverage
(3.2)%
1.5 %
Return on equity (5)
20.6 %
22.2 %
Average allocated common equity (5)
$
9,399
$
8,469
Average assets ($ billions) (3)
$
94.5
$
91.6
Average loans ($ billions) (3)
$
97.4
$
94.5
Average deposits ($ billions) (3)
$
99.2
$
96.8
AUA ($ billions)
$
430.5
$
331.6
AUM ($ billions)
$
276.9
$
213.5
Full-time equivalent employees
5,537
5,433
(1) For additional segmented information, see Note 29 to the consolidated financial statements.
(2) Includes intersegment revenue, which represents internal sales commissions and revenue allocations under the Product Owner/Customer Segment/Distributor Channel
allocation management model.
(3) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(4) For additional information on the composition, see the “Glossary” section.
(5) For additional information, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section.
Financial overview
Net income was up $60 million or 3% from 2023, primarily due to higher revenue and lower provision for credit losses, partially offset by higher non-
interest expenses.
Revenue
Revenue was up $327 million or 6% from 2023.
Commercial banking revenue was down $36 million or 1%, primarily due to lower deposit and loan margins, partially offset by volume growth.
Wealth management revenue was up $363 million or 13%, primarily due to higher fee-based revenue from higher average AUA and AUM balances
and higher commission revenue from increased client activity.
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets was down 59 basis points, primarily due to the conversion of bankers’ acceptances to
CORRA loans resulting from the cessation of Canadian Dollar Offered Rate (CDOR), and lower deposit and loan margins.
Provision for credit losses
Provision for credit losses was down $21 million or 15% from 2023. Provision for credit losses on performing loans was up due to a more
unfavourable change in our economic outlook in the current year, partially offset by a decrease resulting from model parameter updates. Provision
for credit losses on impaired loans was down due to lower provisions in the retail and wholesale, and the education, health and social services
sectors, partially offset by higher provisions in the hardware and software sector.
Non-interest expenses
Non-interest expenses were up $250 million or 9% from 2023, primarily due to higher performance-based compensation and higher spending on
strategic initiatives.
Income taxes
Income taxes were up $38 million or 5% from 2023, driven by higher income and earnings mix.
Average assets
Average assets were up $2.9 billion or 3% from 2023, primarily due to growth in commercial loans.
Assets under administration
AUA on a spot basis were up $98.9 billion or 30% from 2023, primarily due to market appreciation and net new client flows. AUM amounts are
included in the amounts reported under AUA.
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U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management provides tailored, relationship-oriented banking and wealth management solutions across the
U.S., focusing on middle-market and mid-corporate companies, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals and families, as well as operating
personal and small business banking services in six U.S. markets.
Our business strategy
We are focused on growing a best-in-class, relationship-based commercial banking and wealth management franchise in the U.S., working with
clients who value our high-touch approach, as well as our industry expertise and broad product capabilities, designed to meet their specific needs.
Our key strategic priorities continue to be:
•
Building and deepening client relationships;
•
Strengthening and diversifying our deposit base;
•
Improving efficiency and capabilities through data and technology; and
•
Advancing the growth and transformation of our business.
2024 progress
In 2024, our continued execution of our well-established relationship strategy allowed us to attract new clients and deepen relationships with existing
clients. We are well positioned to help our clients achieve their ambitions while navigating an evolving economic environment by offering tailored
financial solutions and further improving client experiences. Within Commercial Real Estate we de-emphasized elements of our business related to
institutional clients. We delivered broad-based deposit and commercial and industrial loan growth, and built positive momentum by continuing to
generate new business and AUM. The strategic investments we’ve made in our business, including expanding the products, services and capabilities
we offer, and disciplined expense and risk management, support our momentum and growth moving forward.
Building and deepening client relationships
•
Continued growth in client referrals across the bank that drove new business and provided opportunities to fulfill more of our clients’ banking
needs.
•
Generated solid loan growth through new strategic client relationships and developed additional private banking business with existing
commercial and wealth clients.
•
Maintained positive AUM and AUA net flows.
•
Continued strong partnership with our Capital Markets team to provide a range of financial solutions to U.S. commercial and wealth clients.
•
Ranked #2 Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) in Barron’s Top 100 RIA Firms list; remained in the top 10 for the fifth consecutive year.
•
CIBC Private Wealth remains Private Asset Management’s most awarded firm in the industry over the last 14 years.
Strengthening and diversifying our deposit base
•
Maintained a diversified deposit base across our commercial, private banking and retail clients.
•
Continued to enhance the nature and composition of our deposit base by leveraging existing and developing new products to add more
insured deposits.
•
Expanded deposit gathering by leveraging the fluid rate environment to attract new clients to our CIBC Agility digital banking platform that
provides flexible online banking without maintenance fees.
•
Earned recognition as the 2024 Best Short-Term CD by REAL SIMPLE magazine for our CIBC Agility Certificate of Deposit (CD) product.
Improving efficiency and capabilities through data and technology
•
Continued investments in modernizing our bank, including our new Wealth Management platform, allowing us to deliver enhanced customer
experiences.
•
Enhanced U.S. customer relationship management capabilities through sustained investments in our Wealth Management platform, and our
commercial banking pricing tools and operating systems.
•
Continued investment in our risk management capabilities leading to better data analytics which enhanced insights into our loan and deposit
portfolios.
Advancing the growth and transformation of our business
•
Continued growth of our Wealth Management franchise, a business that provides strong returns on capital by building scale, expanding with
new Private Bankers and Wealth Advisors and deploying technology that drives great client experiences.
•
Maintained risk-controlled growth in Commercial Banking, while strategically allocating capital, to deliver new products and services.
•
Continued to enhance our risk culture to support our growth.
2024 financial review
Revenue
(US$ billions)
Net income
($ millions)
Net income
(US$ millions)
Operating leverage
(% in U.S. dollars)
23
24
2.1
2.0
23
24
379
501
23
24
368
280
24
23
(11.9)
(0.7)
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Average loans(1)(2)
(US$ billions)
Average deposits(2)
(US$ billions)
Average commercial
banking loans(1)(2)
(US$ billions)
Assets under administration
and management(3)
(US$ billions)
23
24
40.4
40.2
24
23
34.6
37.2
24
23
36.1
36.1
AUM
24
23
93.2
70.2
84.7
107.1
(1) Loan amounts are stated before any related allowances.
(2) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(3) AUM amounts are included in the amounts reported under AUA.
Our focus for 2025
To build on our momentum across U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, we will continue to focus on helping our clients achieve their
ambitions by:
•
Expanding Private Wealth Management with a focus on high-touch relationships;
•
Growing Commercial Banking by delivering industry expertise, unique solutions and leveraging our growing U.S. footprint to develop and
deepen relationships; and
•
Investing in people, technology and infrastructure to further scale our platform, drive connectivity and enhance data-driven decisioning.
Results in Canadian dollars(1)
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Revenue
Commercial banking
$
1,956
$
1,786
Wealth management
849
906
Total revenue
2,805
2,692
Provision for credit losses
Impaired
449
520
Performing
111
330
Provision for credit losses
560
850
Non-interest expenses
1,701
1,466
Income before income taxes
544
376
Income taxes
43
(3)
Net income
$
501
$
379
Net income attributable to:
Equity shareholders
$
501
$
379
Total revenue
Net interest income
$
1,906
$
1,889
Non-interest income
899
803
$
2,805
$
2,692
Average allocated common equity (2)
$
11,049
$
11,396
Average assets ($ billions) (3)
$
60.8
$
60.6
Average loans ($ billions) (3)
$
54.7
$
54.5
Average deposits ($ billions) (3)
$
50.6
$
46.7
AUA ($ billions) (4)
$
149.2
$
129.2
AUM ($ billions) (4)
$
117.9
$
97.3
Full-time equivalent employees
2,979
2,780
(1) For additional segmented information, see Note 29 to the consolidated financial statements.
(2) For additional information, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section.
(3) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(4) Includes certain Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management assets that U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management provides sub-advisory services for.
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Results in U.S. dollars(1)
US$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Revenue
Commercial banking
$
1,439
$
1,323
Wealth management
624
671
Total revenue
2,063
1,994
Provision for credit losses
Impaired
330
385
Performing
82
245
Provision for credit losses
412
630
Non-interest expenses
1,251
1,086
Income before income taxes
400
278
Income taxes
32
(2)
Net income
$
368
$
280
Net income attributable to:
Equity shareholders
$
368
$
280
Total revenue
Net interest income
$
1,402
$
1,399
Non-interest income
661
595
$
2,063
$
1,994
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets (2)(3)
3.49 %
3.46 %
Efficiency ratio
60.7 %
54.5 %
Operating leverage
(11.9)%
(0.7)%
Return on equity (2)
4.5 %
3.3 %
Average allocated common equity (4)
$
8,128
$
8,445
Average assets ($ billions) (2)
$
44.7
$
44.9
Average loans ($ billions) (2)
$
40.2
$
40.4
Average deposits ($ billions) (2)
$
37.2
$
34.6
AUA ($ billions) (5)
$
107.1
$
93.2
AUM ($ billions) (5)
$
84.7
$
70.2
(1) For additional segmented information, see Note 29 to the consolidated financial statements.
(2) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(3) For additional information on the composition, see the “Glossary” section.
(4) For additional information, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section.
(5) Includes certain Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management assets that U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management provides sub-advisory services for.
Financial overview
Net income was up $122 million or 32% (US$88 million or 31%) from 2023, primarily due to a lower provision for credit losses and higher revenue,
partially offset by higher non-interest expenses, including a $103 million (US$77 million) charge related to the special assessment imposed by the
FDIC, shown as an item of note.
Revenue
Revenue was up US$69 million or 3% from 2023.
Commercial banking revenue was up US$116 million or 9%, primarily due to higher loan margins, deposit volumes and fees, partially offset by lower
deposit margins.
Wealth management revenue was down US$47 million or 7%, primarily due to lower deposit margins in our private banking business, partially offset
by higher deposit volumes and higher asset management fees from higher average AUM balances.
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets was up 3 basis points, primarily due to higher loan margins, partially offset by lower deposit
margins.
Provision for credit losses
Provision for credit losses was down US$218 million or 35% from 2023. Provision for credit losses on performing loans was down as the prior year
included a more unfavourable change in our economic outlook and higher levels of unfavourable credit migration, partially offset by an increase
resulting from unfavourable model parameter updates in the current year. Provision for credit losses on impaired loans was down due to lower
provisions in the real estate and construction sector, partially offset by higher provisions in the retail and wholesale and the business services sectors.
Non-interest expenses
Non-interest expenses were up US$165 million or 15% from 2023, primarily due to a US$77 million charge related to the special assessment
imposed by the FDIC, as an item of note, and higher spending on strategic and infrastructure initiatives, including higher performance-based and
employee-related compensation.
Income taxes
Income taxes were up US$34 million from 2023, due to higher income and earnings mix.
Average assets
Average assets were comparable to 2023.
Assets under administration
AUA were up US$13.9 billion or 15% from 2023, primarily due to market appreciation. AUM amounts are included in the amounts reported under AUA.
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Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services provides integrated global markets products and services, investment banking and corporate
banking solutions, and top-ranked research to our clients around the world, and leverages CIBC’s digital capabilities to provide a cohesive set of
direct banking, direct investing and innovative multi-currency payment solutions for CIBC’s clients.
Our business strategy
Our goal is to deliver leading capital markets solutions to our North American and international clients through best-in-class insight, advice, and
execution. To enable CIBC’s strategy and priorities, we collaborate with our partners across our bank to deepen and enhance client relationships.
Our three key strategic priorities continue to be:
•
Delivering the leading capital markets platform in Canada to our core clients;
•
Building a North American client platform with global capabilities; and
•
Focusing on connectivity to accelerate growth and deepen relationships across our bank.
2024 progress
2024 was a year of significant progress where we again demonstrated our consistent execution and steady growth. We continued to deliver on our U.S.
growth ambitions, driving double-digit revenue growth in this important market. This was achieved through targeted investments, expanding our teams
across key businesses, and further developing our strong product and service offerings. Within Canada, we maintained strong market share with our
strategic and focus clients in a highly competitive landscape. This underscores the value of our deep client relationships, the success of our
differentiated platform, and our ability to deliver a connected bank to all our clients. In addition to successes in Capital Markets, we further expanded our
offers across our Direct Financial Services businesses to generate more recurring revenue and attract new clients seeking convenient, digitally-enabled
banking and investment solutions.
Delivering the leading capital markets platform in Canada to our core clients
•
Continued delivering industry-leading advice and capital markets solutions by expanding our capabilities and expertise to complement our
existing businesses.
•
Strengthened our platform by continuing to invest in technology, as well as simplifying processes to enable our client-focused culture.
•
Recognized by Global Finance for the second consecutive year as the Best Investment Bank in Canada and for our leadership in
environmental and social sustainability financing, receiving seven sustainable finance awards.
•
Recognized by Global Capital as the Most Impressive SSA House for the Canadian Market and Canada Derivatives House of the Year.
Building a North American client platform with global capabilities
•
Continued to expand our U.S. franchise, adding capabilities for our corporate, institutional and private capital clients, including making key
strategic hires to enable growth.
•
Built out leveraged finance capabilities in the U.S., to expand our business with financial sponsors, pension funds, and corporate clients in this
fast- growing product area.
•
Furthered our reputation as a leader in the renewable energy sector in the U.S., ranking as a Top 10 investment bank for renewables project
financing, according to InfraLogic and IJGlobal.
•
Ranked #1 for US$ Supranational, Sovereign, and Agency (SSA) by Market Axess.
•
Awarded Financial Adviser of the Year in North America by IJGlobal.
Focusing on connectivity to accelerate the growth of Direct Financial Services and deepen relationships across our bank
•
Further expanded our industry-first Canadian Depositary Receipts lineup as part of our ongoing commitment to developing innovative, market-
based solutions that meet investor needs.
•
Added to our unique set of digital-first solutions for CIBC and Simplii clients by enabling real-time, no-transfer-fee remittance to GCash, Maya,
WeChat, bKash, and M-Pesa mobile wallets.
•
Launched five new foreign currency savings accounts which include euro, Great British pound, Indian rupee, Chinese yuan renminbi, and
Philippine peso.
As a leading capital markets franchise in Canada and banking partner to our clients around the world, Capital Markets acted as:
•
Financial advisor, placement agent, mandated lead arranger and hedge counterparty to Solör Bioenergy on its SEK 22 billion refinancing
supporting Solör’s growth strategy in renewable district heating.
•
Financial advisor to Hammerhead Energy Inc. on its sale to Crescent Point Energy Corp. for a transaction value of approximately $2.6 billion,
including co-manager on a $500 million issuance of common shares of Crescent Point, counterparty to a $1.2 billion USD/CAD hedge
associated with the transaction, and lender on a new $750 million term loan for Crescent Point.
•
Sole underwriter, sole bookrunner, sole lead arranger and administrative agent on new $500 million and US$1.4 billion term loans, joint
bookrunner on a $575 million issue of subscription receipts and joint bookrunner on a $1 billion dual tranche issue of senior unsecured notes in
connection with WSP Global Inc.’s announced acquisition of Power Engineers.
•
Exclusive financial advisor to the SouthWest Water Company parties on the merger of SouthWest Water Company and Corix Infrastructure
(U.S.) Inc. water and wastewater businesses to create Nexus Water Group, Inc. and coordinating lead arranger, joint bookrunner and
administrative agent to Nexus Water Group on associated financings.
•
Financial advisor to OMERS on the sale of LifeLabs to Quest Diagnostics for a transaction value of approximately $1.35 billion.
•
Joint bookrunner on multiple corporate and sovereign green and sustainable issuances, including Ontario Power Generation’s $1.0 billion
green medium term notes, AIMCo Realty Investors LP’s $900 million green notes, the Government of Canada’s $4 billion green bonds for
which CIBC was sole structuring advisor on the updated Green Bond Framework, the Province of Ontario’s $1.5 billion green bond in
March 2024 and the International Bank for Reconstruction & Development’s $1.4 billion and US$1.5 billion sustainable bonds offerings. In
addition, we acted as the sole green structuring advisor for Caribbean Utilities Company on their Green Bond Framework and inaugural green
notes offering.
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•
Green loan coordinator for over US$10.0 billion in lending to support clean energy projects across Canada and the U.S., executing the
inaugural term loan credit facility under Export Development Canada’s pilot Sustainable Finance Guarantee program for Wolf Midstream to
support carbon transportation and sequestration projects that support industrial decarbonization, and co-social loan coordinator on one of
Canada’s first social loans with the Exchange Income Corporation.
2024 financial review
Revenue
($ billions)
Net income
($ millions)
Operating leverage
(%)
24
23
5.8
5.5
24
23
1,988
1,986
24
23
(3.3)
(1.9)
Average loans and acceptances
($ billions)
Average deposits
($ billions)
Average value-at-risk (VaR)
($ millions)
Revenue – Direct
financial services
($ millions)
24
23
70.9
70.3
24
23
120.1
118.4
24
23
9.2
11.0
24
23
1,307
1,237
Our focus for 2025
To support our bank’s long-term objectives, Capital Markets remains focused on delivering profitable growth by deepening client relationships and
collaborating with our partners across our bank to help make our clients’ ambitions a reality. We will continue to do this by:
•
Maintaining our focused approach to client coverage in Canada;
•
Growing our North American platform by further expanding our U.S. reach and broadening the services offered to clients; and
•
Strengthening our connectivity, technology and innovation efforts to bring more of our bank’s offerings to our clients.
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Results(1)
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Revenue
Global markets
$
2,737
$
2,614
Corporate and investment banking
1,760
1,637
Direct financial services
1,307
1,237
Total revenue (2)
5,804
5,488
Provision for credit losses
Impaired
81
4
Performing
34
15
Provision for credit losses
115
19
Non-interest expenses
2,967
2,721
Income before income taxes
2,722
2,748
Income taxes (2)
734
762
Net income
$
1,988
$
1,986
Net income attributable to:
Equity shareholders
$
1,988
$
1,986
Efficiency ratio
51.1 %
49.6 %
Operating leverage
(3.3)%
(1.9)%
Return on equity (3)
20.8 %
23.0 %
Average allocated common equity (3)
$
9,547
$
8,638
Average assets ($ billions) (4)
$
325.7
$
287.6
Average loans and acceptances ($ billions) (4)
$
70.9
$
70.3
Average deposits ($ billions) (4)
$
120.1
$
118.4
Full-time equivalent employees
2,452
2,411
(1) For additional segmented information, see Note 29 to the consolidated financial statements.
(2) Prior to the third quarter of 2024, Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services revenue and income taxes were reported on a TEB with an equivalent offset in the revenue
and income taxes of Corporate and Other. In the third quarter of 2024, the enactment of the Federal tax measure that denies the dividends received deduction for
Canadian banks resulted in a TEB reversal for dividends received on or after January 1, 2024 that were included in the first and second quarters of 2024. Accordingly,
the 2024 revenue and income taxes include a TEB adjustment of $16 million capturing dividends received during the first quarter prior to January 1, 2024
(2023: $254 million).
(3) For additional information, see the “Non-GAAP measures” section.
(4) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
Financial overview
Net income was up $2 million from 2023, primarily due to higher revenue, largely offset by higher non-interest expenses and a higher provision for
credit losses.
Revenue
Revenue was up $316 million or 6% from 2023.
Global markets revenue was up $123 million or 5%, primarily due to higher financing revenue, partially offset by lower equity derivatives, lower TEB
adjustments from the discontinuation of the dividends received deduction for dividends received on and after January 1, 2024, and lower fixed
income and commodities trading revenue.
Corporate and investment banking revenue was up $123 million or 8%, primarily due to higher debt underwriting activity, higher advisory revenue,
and lower losses from our investment portfolios, partially offset by lower corporate banking revenue.
Direct financial services revenue was up $70 million or 6%, primarily due to higher trading volumes in direct investing and growth in our foreign
exchange and payments business.
Provision for credit losses
Provision for credit losses was up $96 million from 2023. Provision for credit losses on performing loans was up primarily due to an unfavourable
change in our economic outlook. Provision for credit losses on impaired loans was up due to higher provisions in the mining and the financial
institutions sectors.
Non-interest expenses
Non-interest expenses were up $246 million or 9% from 2023, primarily due to higher spending on strategic initiatives, higher performance-based
and employee-related compensation.
Income taxes
Income taxes were down $28 million or 4% from 2023, primarily due to earnings mix and lower TEB adjustments from the enactment of the Federal
tax measure that denies the dividend received deduction for Canadian banks.
Average assets
Average assets were up $38.1 billion or 13% from 2023, primarily due to higher trading securities, higher securities purchased under resale
agreements and higher loan balances, partially offset by lower customer liabilities under acceptances and lower derivative valuations.
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Corporate and Other
Corporate and Other includes the following functional groups – Technology, Infrastructure and Innovation, Risk Management, People, Culture and
Brand, and Finance, as well as other support groups. The expenses of these functional and support groups are generally allocated to the business
lines within the SBUs. Corporate and Other also includes the results of CIBC Caribbean and other portfolio investments, as well as other income
statement and balance sheet items not directly attributable to the business lines.
Results(1)
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Revenue
International banking
$
980
$
956
Other
46
(623)
Total revenue (2)
1,026
333
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Impaired
12
40
Performing
(11)
(28)
Provision for credit losses
1
12
Non-interest expenses
1,470
2,297
Loss before income taxes
(445)
(1,976)
Income taxes (2)
(502)
(408)
Net income (loss)
$
57
$
(1,568)
Net income (loss) attributable to:
Non-controlling interests
$
39
$
38
Equity shareholders
18
(1,606)
Full-time equivalent employees (3)
24,026
24,242
(1) For additional segmented information, see Note 29 to the consolidated financial statements.
(2) Prior to the third quarter of 2024, Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services revenue and income taxes were reported on a TEB with an equivalent offset in the revenue
and income taxes of Corporate and Other. In the third quarter of 2024, the enactment of the Federal tax measure that denies the dividends received deduction for
Canadian banks resulted in a TEB reversal for dividends received on or after January 1, 2024 that were included in the first and second quarters of 2024. Accordingly,
the 2024 revenue and income taxes include a TEB adjustment of $16 million capturing dividends received during the first quarter prior to January 1, 2024
(2023: $254 million).
(3) Includes full-time equivalent employees for which the expenses are allocated to the business lines within the SBUs. The majority of the full-time equivalent employees for
functional and support costs of CIBC Bank USA are included in the U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management SBU.
Financial overview
Net income was up $1,625 million from 2023, due to lower non-interest expenses, higher treasury revenue, and lower provision for credit losses.
Revenue
Revenue was up $693 million from 2023.
International banking revenue was up $24 million, primarily due to higher net interest margin and the impact of foreign exchange translation, partially
offset by higher gains on the sale of certain banking assets in the Caribbean in 2023.
Other revenue was up $669 million, primarily due to higher treasury revenue resulting from lower funding costs borne by Treasury, and a lower TEB
offset related to the enactment of a Federal tax measure that denies the dividends received deduction for Canadian banks.
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Provision for credit losses was down $11 million from 2023. Provision reversal on performing loans was down as the prior year included favourable
credit migration. Provision for credit losses on impaired loans was down mainly attributable to International banking.
Non-interest expenses
Non-interest expenses were down $827 million from 2023, primarily due to an increase in legal provisions in 2023, shown as an item of note, partially
offset by a pension plan amendment gain in the prior year, higher corporate costs and charges related to the outsourcing of certain operational
activities, and higher expenses in International banking related to the sale of certain banking assets in the Caribbean.
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Financial condition
Review of condensed consolidated balance sheet
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Assets
Cash and deposits with banks
$
48,064
$
55,718
Securities
254,345
211,348
Securities borrowed and purchased under resale agreements
100,749
94,835
Loans and acceptances
558,292
540,153
Derivative instruments
36,435
33,243
Other assets
44,100
40,393
$
1,041,985
$
975,690
Liabilities and equity
Deposits
$
764,857
$
723,376
Obligations related to securities lent, sold short and under repurchase agreements
139,792
113,865
Derivative instruments
40,654
41,290
Acceptances
6
10,820
Other liabilities
30,204
26,693
Subordinated indebtedness
7,465
6,483
Equity
59,007
53,163
$
1,041,985
$
975,690
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Assets
Total assets as at October 31, 2024 were up $66.3 billion or 7% from 2023, of which approximately $1.4 billion was due to the appreciation of the
U.S. dollar.
Cash and deposits with banks decreased by $7.7 billion or 14%, primarily due to lower short-term placements in Treasury.
Securities increased by $43.0 billion or 20%, primarily due to increases in equity trading securities, debt security portfolios in our trading businesses
and Treasury, and mortgage-backed securities.
Securities borrowed and purchased under resale agreements increased by $5.9 billion or 6%, primarily due to client-driven activities.
Net loans and acceptances increased by $18.1 billion or 3%, primarily due to increases in business and government loans, which was net of the
impact of foreign exchange translation, residential mortgages and the credit card portfolio. Customers’ liability under acceptances decreased
by $10.8 billion, due to the transition from CDOR to CORRA in June 2024, with an offsetting increase in business and government loans. Further
details on the composition of loans and acceptances are provided in the “Supplementary annual financial information” section and Note 5 to the
consolidated financial statements.
Derivative instruments increased by $3.2 billion or 10%, largely driven by an increase in equity derivatives valuation, partially offset by a decrease in
interest rate derivatives valuation.
Other assets increased by $3.7 billion or 9%, primarily due to increases in precious metals, accrued interest receivable and broker receivables.
Liabilities
Total liabilities as at October 31, 2024 were up $60.5 billion or 7% from 2023, of which approximately $1.4 billion was due to the appreciation of the
U.S. dollar.
Deposits increased by $41.5 billion or 6%, primarily due to increased business and government deposits, retail volume growth, and wholesale
funding. Further details on the composition of deposits are provided in the “Supplementary annual financial information” section and Note 10 to the
consolidated financial statements.
Obligations related to securities lent, sold short and under repurchase agreements increased by $25.9 billion or 23%, primarily due to client-driven
activities.
Derivative instruments decreased by $0.6 billion or 2%, largely driven by decreases in interest rate and foreign exchange derivatives valuation,
partially offset by an increase in equity and commodity derivatives valuation.
Acceptances decreased by $10.8 billion due to the transition from CDOR to CORRA in June 2024, with an offsetting increase in funding through
repurchase agreements.
Other liabilities increased by $3.5 billion or 13%, primarily due to an increase in settlement of employee compensation and benefits accruals,
collateral pledged for derivatives and accrued interest payable.
Subordinated indebtedness increased by $1.0 billion or 15%, primarily due to the issuance of subordinated indebtedness during the first and
third quarters, partially offset by the redemption of subordinated indebtedness in the third quarter. For further details see the “Capital management”
section.
Equity
Equity as at October 31, 2024 increased by $5.8 billion or 11% from 2023, primarily due to a net increase in retained earnings from net income that
exceeded dividends and distributions, the impact of shares repurchased and cancelled under a normal course issuer bid and the negative retained
earnings adjustment from the adoption of IFRS 17, an increase in accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) resulting from gains on cash
flow hedges, and the issuance of common shares primarily related to our shareholder investment plan. For further details see the “Capital
management” section.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Capital management
Our capital strength protects our depositors and creditors from risks inherent in our businesses. Our overall capital management objective is to
maintain a strong and efficient capital base that:
•
Acts as a buffer to absorb unexpected losses while providing sustainable returns to our shareholders;
•
Enables our businesses to grow and execute on our strategy;
•
Demonstrates balance sheet strength and our commitment to prudent balance sheet management; and
•
Supports us in maintaining a favourable credit standing and raising additional capital or other funding on attractive terms.
We actively manage our capital to meet these objectives in support of our overall enterprise strategy. We also consider the economic outlook, and
the overall operating environment when deploying our capital and may choose to operate with greater levels of capital based on our view of
potential downside risks.
Capital management and planning framework
We maintain a capital management policy that establishes our capital management principles in the context of our risk appetite to support our
capital management objectives. Our capital management policy is reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors (the Board) in support of our
Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP). The policy includes guidelines that relate to capital strength, capital mix, dividends and
return of capital, and unconsolidated capital adequacy of regulated entities, based on regulatory requirements and our risk appetite. The level of
capital and capital ratios are continually monitored relative to our regulatory minimums and internal targets and the amount of capital required may
change in relation to our business growth, risk appetite, and the business and regulatory environment.
Capital planning is a crucial element of our overall financial planning process and establishment of strategic objectives and is developed in
accordance with the capital management policy. Each year, a capital plan and three-year outlook are developed as part of the financial plan, which
establishes targets for the coming year and business plans to achieve those targets. The capital plan is also stress-tested as a part of our
enterprise-wide stress testing process to ensure CIBC is adequately capitalized through severe but plausible stress scenarios (see the “Enterprise-
wide stress testing” section for further details). Our capital position and forecasts are monitored throughout the year and assessed against the
capital plan.
The Board, with endorsement from the Risk Management Committee (RMC), provides oversight of CIBC’s capital management through the
approval of our risk appetite, capital policy and plan. The RMC and the Board are provided with regular updates on our capital position including
performance to date, updated forecasts, and any material regulatory developments that may impact our future capital position. Treasury is
responsible for the overall management of capital including planning, forecasting, and execution of the plan, with senior management oversight
provided by the Global Asset Liability Committee (GALCO).
Enterprise-wide stress testing
We perform enterprise-wide stress testing on at least an annual basis. The results are an integral part of our ICAAP, as defined by Pillar 2 of the
Basel III Accord, wherein we identify and measure our risks on an ongoing basis in order to ensure that the capital available is sufficient to cover all
risks across CIBC, including the impacts of stress testing. We maintain a process that determines plausible but stressed economic scenarios such
as global recessions and housing price shocks, and then apply these stress scenarios to our bank-wide exposures to determine the impact on the
consolidated statement of income, RWA requirements, and consequently, key capital ratios. This helps us analyze the potential risks within our
portfolios and establish prudent capital levels in excess of the regulatory minimum requirements. All of the elements of capital are monitored
throughout the year and the capital plan is adjusted as appropriate.
Management determines the range of scenarios to be tested. Macroeconomic stress test scenarios are designed to be both severe and
plausible and designed to be consistent with OSFI’s stress testing framework to ensure that they are comprehensive.
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The following diagram summarizes the enterprise-wide stress testing process including the development of scenarios, identification of risk
drivers and linkages to our other bank-wide ICAAP processes. The process includes syndication with our economists and lines of business to
ensure scenarios are relevant to our businesses and there is a consistent interpretation of the scenarios across CIBC.
Quantify impacts
Evaluate and review bank-wide impacts
Linkages
Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP)
Enterprise-wide Stress Testing
Translation of financial and macroeconomic factors
(e.g., GDP, unemployment, yield curve, etc.)
Aggregate results
Risk
Appetite
Capital
Management
and Planning
Financial
Management
and Planning
Liquidity
Management
Recovery and
Resolution
Planning
Risk
Management
Credit
Market
Liquidity
Other
Earnings
Operational
Capital Impacts
Funding and Liquidity
Scenario Development
• Develop macroeconomic scenarios
• relevant to the current and projected
• business cycle including emerging risks
Risk Identification/Modelling
• Identification of relevant risk drivers
• Development and validation of stress
• models and parameters
Earnings
Stress test scenarios are designed to capture a wide range of macroeconomic and financial variables that are relevant to assess the impact on our
specific portfolios. This includes, for example, gross domestic product (GDP), unemployment, house prices, interest rates and equity prices.
The stress testing process is comprehensive, using a bottoms-up analysis of each of our bank-wide portfolios, and the results are analyzed on
a product, location and sector basis. Our stress testing approach combines the use of statistical models and expert judgment to ensure the results
are reasonable in estimating the impacts of the stress scenarios.
Stress testing methodologies and results are subject to a detailed review and challenge from both our lines of business and Risk Management.
Stress testing results are presented for review to the RMC and are also shared with the Board and OSFI. The results of our enterprise-wide stress
testing are used to highlight any vulnerabilities and ensure we remain well capitalized against regulatory and management expectations.
A key objective of the enterprise-wide stress tests is to identify key areas of exposure and foster discussion of management actions that would
be taken to mitigate the impact of stress scenarios. Contingency planning and strategies for extreme stress scenarios are included in the
development and maintenance of CIBC’s recovery and resolution plans. These plans include credible remedial actions that may be considered to
counteract and recover from stress, or promote CIBC’s orderly resolution with limited systemic impacts. Additional information on stress testing is
provided in the “Management of risk” section.
Recovery plan
Federally regulated financial institutions (FRFIs) must maintain robust and credible recovery plans that identify options to restore financial strength
and viability when under severe stress. CIBC continues to maintain and update its recovery plan in line with OSFI requirements and industry best
practices.
Resolution plan
The Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) Resolution Planning By-law establishes a statutory framework pursuant to which domestic
systemically important banks (D-SIBs) submit and maintain resolution plans that are critical to support resolvability and financial sector stability.
CDIC, Canada’s resolution authority for its member institutions, including D-SIBs, has issued guidance for the development, maintenance and
testing of comprehensive resolution plans and related strategies to demonstrate their operational capability, thus ensuring resolvability can be
achieved in an orderly fashion. CIBC’s resolution plan has been developed and maintained in alignment with guidance and is in compliance with
CDIC’s Resolution Planning By-law.
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Regulatory capital and total loss absorbing capacity (TLAC) requirements
Our regulatory capital requirements are determined in accordance with guidelines issued by OSFI, which are based upon the capital standards
developed by the BCBS.
Regulatory capital consists of CET1, Tier 1 and Tier 2 capital. Qualifying regulatory capital instruments must be capable of absorbing loss at
the point of non-viability of the financial institution.
The tiers of regulatory capital indicate increasing quality/permanence and the ability to absorb losses. The major components of our regulatory
capital are summarized as follows:
(1)
CET1 capital
• Common equity (retained earnings, common shares and stock surplus)
• Accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI)
• Qualifying instruments issued by a consolidated banking subsidiary to third parties
• Less regulatory deductions for items such as:
Goodwill and other intangible assets
Deferred tax assets
Net assets related to defined benefit pension plans
Certain investments
Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital
• Non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) preferred shares
• Limited recourse capital notes
• Qualifying instruments issued by a consolidated subsidiary to third parties
Tier 2 capital
• NVCC subordinated indebtedness
• Eligible general allowance
• Qualifying instruments issued by a consolidated subsidiary to third parties
Total capital
Tier 1 capital
Higher
quality
Lower
quality
(1) Excluding AOCI relating to cash flow hedges and changes to fair value option (FVO) liabilities attributable to changes in own credit risk.
OSFI requires all institutions to achieve target capital ratios which include buffers. Targets may be higher for certain institutions at OSFI’s discretion.
CIBC has been designated by OSFI as a domestic systemically important bank (D-SIB) in Canada. D-SIBs are subject to a CET1 surcharge equal
to 1.0% of RWA. In addition, OSFI expects D-SIBs to hold a Domestic Stability Buffer (DSB) requirement intended to address Pillar 2 risks that are
not adequately captured in the Pillar 1 capital requirements. The DSB is currently set at 3.5% of RWA, which was increased from 3.0% effective
November 1, 2023 and was reaffirmed by OSFI to remain at 3.5% on June 18, 2024, but can range from 0.0% to 4.0% of RWA. Additionally, banks
need to hold an incremental countercyclical capital buffer equal to their weighted-average buffer requirement in Canada and across certain other
jurisdictions where they have private sector credit exposures.
In addition, the Basel III capital standards include a non-risk-based capital metric, the leverage ratio, to supplement risk-based capital
requirements. The leverage ratio is defined as Tier 1 capital divided by the leverage ratio exposure. The leverage ratio exposure is defined under
the standards as the sum of:
(i)
On-balance sheet assets less Tier 1 capital regulatory adjustments;
(ii)
Derivative exposures;
(iii)
Securities financing transaction exposures; and
(iv) Off-balance sheet exposures (such as commitments, direct credit substitutes, letters of credit, and securitization exposures).
Under OSFI’s TLAC guideline, D-SIBs are required to maintain a supervisory target TLAC ratio (which builds on the risk-based capital ratios) and a
minimum TLAC leverage ratio (which builds on the leverage ratio). TLAC is defined as the aggregate of total capital and other TLAC instruments
primarily comprised of bail-in eligible instruments with a residual maturity greater than 365 days. TLAC is required to ensure that a non-viable D-SIB
has sufficient loss absorbing capacity to support its recapitalization. This would, in turn, facilitate an orderly resolution of the D-SIB while minimizing
adverse impacts on the financial sector stability and taxpayers.
OSFI’s current regulatory capital and TLAC targets are summarized below. Targets may be higher for certain institutions at OSFI’s discretion.
We are in compliance with all current capital, leverage and TLAC requirements imposed by OSFI.
As at October 31, 2024
Minimum
Capital
conservation
buffer
D-SIB
buffer
Pillar 1
targets (1)
Domestic
Stability
Buffer
Target including
all buffer
requirements
CET1 ratio
4.5 %
2.5 %
1.0 %
8.0 %
3.5 %
11.5 %
Tier 1 capital ratio
6.0 %
2.5 %
1.0 %
9.5 %
3.5 %
13.0 %
Total capital ratio
8.0 %
2.5 %
1.0 %
11.5 %
3.5 %
15.0 %
Leverage ratio
3.0 %
n/a
0.5 %
3.5 %
n/a
3.5 %
TLAC ratio
18.0 %
2.5 %
1.0 %
21.5 %
3.5 %
25.0 %
TLAC leverage ratio
6.75 %
n/a
0.5 %
7.25 %
n/a
7.25 %
(1) The countercyclical capital buffer applicable to CIBC is insignificant as at October 31, 2024.
n/a Not applicable.
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Capital adequacy requirements are applied on a consolidated basis consistent with our financial statements, except for our insurance subsidiaries
(CIBC Cayman Reinsurance Limited and CIBC Life Insurance Company Limited), which are excluded from the regulatory scope of consolidation.
The basis of consolidation applied to our financial statements is described in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements. CIBC Life Insurance
Company Limited is subject to OSFI’s Life Insurance Capital Adequacy Test.
Risk-weighted assets
The following table provides a summary of permissible regulatory capital approaches and those adopted by CIBC:
Risk
category
Permissible regulatory capital approaches
Approach adopted by CIBC
Credit risk(1)
Basel provides three approaches for calculating credit risk
capital requirements:
•
Standardized approach (SA)
•
Foundation internal ratings-based (FIRB)
•
Advanced internal ratings-based (AIRB)
OSFI expects financial institutions in Canada with Total capital
in excess of $5 billion to use the internal ratings-based (IRB)
approach for all material portfolios and credit businesses.
OSFI provides two approaches for calculating counterparty
credit risk (CCR) for derivatives transactions:
•
Standardized approach (SA-CCR)
•
Internal model method (IMM)
OSFI provides four approaches for calculating CCR for repo-
style transactions:
•
Comprehensive approach, with supervisory haircuts
•
Comprehensive approach, with own estimate haircuts
•
Repo VaR approach
•
IMM
Permitted approaches for equity positions in the banking book
(which includes equity investments in funds) include:
•
Standardized
•
Market-based
•
Look-through
•
Mandate-based
•
Fall-back
Basel provides the following approaches for calculating capital
requirements for securitization positions:
•
Internal ratings-based approach (SEC-IRBA)
•
Internal assessment approach (SEC-IAA)
•
External ratings-based approach (SEC-ERBA)
•
Standardized approach (SEC-SA)
We have adopted the IRB (FIRB and AIRB) approach for the
majority of our credit portfolios. Under this methodology, we
utilize our own internal estimates to determine probability of
default (PD), and maturity and either regulatory prescribed
(FIRB), or internal (AIRB) estimates for loss given default (LGD)
and exposure at default (EAD). We utilize the standardized
approach for CIBC Caribbean, risk-rated individuals, sovereign
wealth funds, the acquired Canadian Costco credit card
portfolio, and other small portfolios. We periodically review
portfolios under the standardized approach for consideration of
adoption of the IRB approach. In the first quarter of 2024, we
started to apply the IRB approach for the majority of our credit
portfolios within CIBC Bank USA, a change from the
standardized approach.
CIBC applies the IMM approach for calculating CCR exposure
for qualifying derivative transactions. Certain transactions are
under the SA-CCR approach.
The comprehensive approach, with supervisory haircuts, is
used for credit risk mitigation for repo-style transactions.
We use the standardized approach for equity positions in the
banking book and both the look-through and mandate-based
approaches for equity investments in funds.
We use SEC-IRBA, SEC-IAA, SEC-ERBA and SEC-SA for
securitization exposures in the banking book.
Credit
Valuation
Adjustments
(CVA) risk
CVA risk capital requirements can be calculated under the
following approaches:
•
Basic approach (BA-CVA)
•
Standardized approach (SA-CVA)
CIBC applies the standardized approach to calculate CVA risk
capital for most of our counterparties and applies the basic
approach for a small subset of counterparties as a result of the
implementation of the Basel III reforms related to CVA on
November 1, 2023. Previously, CVA risk capital was calculated
as part of CCR.
Market risk
Market risk capital requirements can be determined under the
following approaches:
•
Standardized approach
•
Internal models approach
CIBC applies the sensitivity-based standardized approach to
calculate market risk capital as a result of the implementation of
the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) rules under
the Basel III reforms for market risk on November 1, 2023.
Previously, market risk capital was calculated under the VaR
based internal model approach for market risk.
Operational
risk
Operational risk capital requirements can be determined under
the following approaches:
•
Standardized approach
•
Simplified standardized approach (SSA)
We use the standardized approach based on OSFI rules to
calculate operational risk capital. The standardized approach
was revised in the second quarter of 2023 as detailed below.
(1) Includes CCR.
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Continuous enhancement to regulatory capital and TLAC requirements
We continue to monitor and prepare for developments impacting regulatory capital and TLAC requirements and disclosures. The discussion below
provides a summary of Basel III reforms and revised Pillar 3 disclosure requirements and BCBS and OSFI publications that have been issued since
our 2023 Annual Report.
Basel III reforms and revised Pillar 3 disclosure requirements
In 2023, we adopted revised CAR and LAR guidelines that came into effect in the second quarter of 2023 as part of OSFI’s implementation of the
Basel III reforms, and implemented related revised Pillar 3 disclosure that became effective in the second and fourth quarters of 2023. In the first
quarter of 2024, we implemented the Basel III reforms related to the revised market risk and CVA frameworks that became effective as of
November 1, 2023. In the fourth quarter of 2024, we implemented the revised Pillar 3 disclosure for market risk and CVA. The impact to the CET1
ratio from the Basel III reforms are noted below in the “Regulatory capital, leverage and TLAC ratios” section.
We calculate a capital floor based on the revised standardized approaches as part of the implementation of the Basel III reforms. If our capital
requirement is lower than that calculated by reference to the standardized approaches with a floor adjustment factor applied, currently at 67.5%, an
adjustment to our RWA would be required.
On July 5, 2024, OSFI announced a one-year delay to the increase of the floor adjustment factor originally scheduled to phase in over a
three-year period commencing in the second quarter of 2023 at 65.0%, followed by an increase of 2.5% per year until it reaches 72.5% in 2026.
As a result, the floor adjustment factor will be held at the existing level of 67.5% until the first quarter of 2026, followed by an increase of 2.5% per
year thereafter until it reaches 72.5% in the first quarter of 2027.
Parental Stand-Alone (Solo) TLAC Framework
The final guideline for the Solo TLAC Framework became effective for D-SIBs as of November 1, 2023. The Solo TLAC ratio is built on the risk-based
TLAC ratio set out in the TLAC Guideline and the risk-based capital ratios described in the CAR Guideline. The risk-based Solo TLAC ratio will be
the primary basis used by OSFI to measure the sufficiency of loss capacity that is readily available to the parent bank on a stand-alone, legal entity
basis.
Regulatory capital, leverage and TLAC ratios
The components of our regulatory capital and ratios under Basel III are presented in the table below:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) capital: instruments and reserves
Directly issued qualifying common share capital plus related stock surplus
$
17,170
$
16,191
Retained earnings
33,471
30,402
AOCI (and other reserves)
3,148
1,463
Common share capital issued by subsidiaries and held by third parties (amount allowed in group CET1)
119
102
CET1 capital before regulatory adjustments
53,908
48,158
CET1 capital: regulatory adjustments
Prudential valuation adjustments
4
5
Goodwill (net of related tax liabilities)
5,360
5,344
Other intangibles other than mortgage-servicing rights (net of related tax liabilities)
2,456
2,384
Deferred tax assets excluding those arising from temporary differences (net of related tax liabilities)
15
9
Defined benefit pension fund net assets (net of related tax liabilities)
1,045
793
Other
512
(704)
Total regulatory adjustments to CET1 capital
9,392
7,831
CET1 capital
44,516
40,327
Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital: instruments
Directly issued qualifying AT1 instruments plus related stock surplus (1)
4,946
4,925
AT1 instruments issued by subsidiaries and held by third parties (amount allowed in AT1)
19
18
AT1 capital
4,965
4,943
Tier 1 capital (T1 = CET1 + AT1)
49,481
45,270
Tier 2 capital: instruments and provisions
Directly issued qualifying Tier 2 instruments plus related stock surplus (2)
6,920
5,888
Tier 2 instruments issued by subsidiaries and held by third parties (amount allowed in Tier 2)
17
23
General allowances
391
938
Tier 2 capital (T2)
7,328
6,849
Total capital (TC = T1 + T2)
$
56,809
$
52,119
RWA consisting of:
Credit risk
$
274,503
$
274,714
Market risk
12,188
8,004
Operational risk
46,811
43,402
Total RWA
$
333,502
$
326,120
Capital ratios
CET1 ratio
13.3 %
12.4 %
Tier 1 capital ratio
14.8 %
13.9 %
Total capital ratio
17.0 %
16.0 %
Leverage ratios
Leverage ratio exposure
$
1,155,432
$
1,079,103
Leverage ratio
4.3 %
4.2 %
TLAC ratio and TLAC leverage ratio
TLAC available
$
101,062
$
100,176
TLAC ratio
30.3 %
30.7 %
TLAC leverage ratio
8.7 %
9.3 %
(1) Comprised of non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) preferred shares and Limited Recourse Capital Notes (LRCNs).
(2) Comprised of certain debentures which qualify as NVCC.
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CET1 ratio
The CET1 ratio at October 31, 2024 increased 0.9% from October 31, 2023, driven by the impact of an increase in CET1 capital, partially offset by
an increase in RWA.
The increase in CET1 capital was mainly due to internal capital generation (net income less dividends and distributions) and an increase in
common shares primarily related to our shareholder investment plan, partially offset by shares repurchased and cancelled under a normal course
issuer bid.
The increase in RWA was due to increases in market risk and operational risk RWA, partially offset by a decrease in credit risk RWA. The
reduction in credit risk RWA was mainly due to converting the majority of CIBC Bank USA’s credit portfolios to the IRB approach from the
standardized approach, regulatory changes impacting the CVA and methodology updates, largely offset by organic growth, credit portfolio
migration, regulatory changes related to certain residential mortgages in negative amortization and model updates. The increase in market risk RWA
was mainly due to the implementation of Basel III reforms related to market risk and an increase in risk levels, partially offset by model updates. The
increase in operational risk RWA was due to an increase in risk levels. For additional information, see the “Components of risk-weighted assets”
section.
Tier 1 capital ratio
The Tier 1 capital ratio at October 31, 2024 increased 0.9% from October 31, 2023, primarily due to the factors affecting the CET1 ratio noted above
and issuances of preferred shares and LRCNs, partially offset by redemptions of preferred shares. See the “Capital initiatives” section below for further
details.
Total capital ratio
The Total capital ratio at October 31, 2024 increased 1.0% from October 31, 2023, primarily due to the factors affecting the Tier 1 capital ratio noted
above and issuances of subordinated debentures in the first and third quarters, partially offset by a redemption of subordinated debentures in the
third quarter, and a decrease in eligible general allowances included in Tier 2 capital. See the “Capital initiatives” section below for further details.
Leverage ratio
The leverage ratio at October 31, 2024 increased 0.1% from October 31, 2023, primarily driven by the increase in Tier 1 capital discussed above,
partially offset by the impact of an increase in leverage ratio exposure. The increase in leverage ratio exposure was primarily driven by an increase
in on-balance sheet and off-balance sheet exposures.
TLAC ratio and TLAC leverage ratio
The TLAC ratio at October 31, 2024 decreased 0.4% from October 31, 2023, driven by the increase in RWA, partially offset by an increase in total
TLAC instruments. The increase in TLAC instruments was primarily a result of higher total capital due to the factors noted above, partially offset by a
lower level of bail-in eligible liabilities.
The TLAC leverage ratio at October 31, 2024 decreased 0.6% from October 31, 2023, primarily due to the increase in leverage ratio exposure
as noted above, partially offset by an increase in TLAC instruments as noted above.
Movement in total regulatory capital
Changes in regulatory capital under Basel III are presented in the table below:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
CET1 capital
Balance at beginning of year
$
40,327
$
37,005
Shares issued in lieu of cash dividends (add back)
698
1,155
Other issue of common shares
321
203
Purchase of common shares for cancellation
(90)
–
Premium on purchase of common shares for cancellation
(329)
–
Net income attributable to equity shareholders
7,115
4,995
Dividends and distributions
(3,645)
(3,416)
Change in AOCI balances
Currency translation differences
14
351
Securities measured at FVOCI
102
228
Cash flow hedges (1)
1,535
(364)
Fair value change of FVO liabilities attributable to changes in credit risk
(216)
(106)
Post-employment defined benefit plans
250
(240)
Removal of own credit spread (net of tax)
314
197
Shortfall of allowance to expected losses
–
–
Goodwill and other intangible assets (deduction, net of related tax liabilities)
(88)
(171)
Other, including regulatory adjustments (1)(2)
(1,792)
490
CET1 capital balance at end of year
$
44,516
$
40,327
AT1 capital
Balance at beginning of year
$
4,943
$
4,941
AT1 eligible capital issues
1,000
–
Redeemed capital
(975)
–
Other, including regulatory adjustments
(3)
2
AT1 capital balance at end of year
$
4,965
$
4,943
Tier 2 capital
Balance at beginning of year
$
6,849
$
6,317
New Tier 2 eligible capital issues
2,250
1,750
Redeemed capital
(1,500)
(1,500)
Other, including change in regulatory adjustments (2)
(271)
282
Tier 2 capital balance at end of year
$
7,328
$
6,849
Total capital balance at end of year
$
56,809
$
52,119
(1) Net change in cash flow hedges is included in “Change in AOCI balances” then derecognized in “Other, including regulatory adjustments”.
(2) The 2023 results reflect the impacts from the implementation of Basel III reforms that became effective as of February 1, 2023 (see the “Continuous enhancement to
regulatory capital and TLAC requirements” section for additional details).
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Components of risk-weighted assets
The components of our RWA and corresponding minimum total capital requirements are presented in the table below:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
RWA
Minimum
total capital
required (1)
RWA
Minimum
total capital
required (1)
Credit risk (2)(3)
Standardized approach
Corporate
$
6,868
$
549
$
43,124
$
3,450
Sovereign
1,293
103
2,140
171
Banks
328
26
219
18
Real estate secured personal lending
1,139
91
1,951
156
Commercial real estate
463
37
14,159
1,133
Other retail
3,607
289
3,864
309
Trading book
3,623
290
3,168
253
Equity
125
10
140
11
Securitization (4)
4,655
372
2,916
233
Central counterparty (CCP)
684
55
558
45
CVA (5)
3,381
271
5,949
476
Other credit RWA
15,114
1,209
13,312
1,065
41,280
3,302
91,500
7,320
AIRB approach (6)
Corporate
74,100
5,928
49,732
3,979
Sovereign (7)
5,153
412
5,579
446
Real estate secured personal lending
40,328
3,226
34,323
2,746
Commercial real estate
30,003
2,400
21,585
1,727
Qualifying revolving retail
19,749
1,580
16,661
1,333
Other retail
12,123
970
11,739
939
Trading book
777
62
686
55
Securitization (4)
4,580
366
3,728
299
186,813
14,944
144,033
11,524
FIRB approach (6)
Corporate
38,709
3,097
31,627
2,530
Banks
3,482
279
3,270
262
Commercial real estate
198
16
155
12
Trading book
4,021
322
4,129
330
46,410
3,714
39,181
3,134
Total credit risk
274,503
21,960
274,714
21,978
Market risk (5)
Sensitivities-based methodology
9,584
767
n/a
n/a
Default risk charge
1,265
101
n/a
n/a
Risk residual add-on
1,339
107
n/a
n/a
VaR
n/a
n/a
1,538
123
Stressed VaR
n/a
n/a
4,829
386
Incremental risk charge
n/a
n/a
1,274
102
Securitization and other
n/a
n/a
363
29
Total market risk
12,188
975
8,004
640
Operational risk
46,811
3,745
43,402
3,472
Total RWA
$
333,502
$
26,680
$
326,120
$
26,090
(1) Refers to the minimum standard established by the BCBS before the application of the capital conservation buffer and any other capital buffers that may be established by
regulators from time to time. It is calculated by multiplying RWA by 8%.
(2) Credit risk includes CCR, which comprises derivative and repo-style transactions. Credit risk for CIBC Caribbean are calculated under the standardized approach.
(3) Beginning in the first quarter of 2024, the IRB approach was applied to the majority of our credit portfolios within CIBC Bank USA, which previously followed the
standardized approach.
(4) Includes securitization exposures that are risk-weighted at 1250%.
(5) Beginning in the first quarter of 2024, changes were implemented as a result of the Basel III reforms related to the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) rules
for market risk and CVA.
(6) Includes RWA relating to certain commercial loans which are determined using the supervisory slotting approach.
(7) Includes residential mortgages insured by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), an agency of the Government of Canada, and government-guaranteed
student loans.
n/a Not applicable.
Capital initiatives
The following were the main capital initiatives undertaken since our 2023 Annual Report:
Normal course issuer bid (NCIB)
On September 6, 2024, we announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange had accepted the notice of our intention to commence a normal course
issuer bid. Purchases under this bid will be completed upon the earlier of: (i) CIBC purchasing 20 million common shares; (ii) CIBC providing a
notice of termination; or (iii) September 9, 2025. 5,000,000 common shares have been purchased and cancelled during the fourth quarter at an
average price of $83.75 for a total amount of $419 million.
Employee share purchase plan
Pursuant to the employee share purchase plan, we issued 2,626,726 common shares for consideration of $173 million for the year ended
October 31, 2024. Commencing October 11, 2024, employee contributions to our Canadian Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) were used to
acquire common shares in the open market. Previously, these shares were issued from Treasury.
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Shareholder investment plan
Pursuant to the shareholder investment plan, we issued 10,986,157 common shares for consideration of $698 million for the year ended
October 31, 2024.
Dividends
On December 4, 2024, the CIBC Board of Directors approved an increase in our quarterly common share dividend from $0.90 per share to
$0.97 per share for the quarter ending January 31, 2025.
Common and preferred share dividends are declared quarterly at the discretion of the Board. The declaration and payment of dividends is
governed by Section 79 of the Bank Act (Canada), the terms of the preferred shares, as explained in Note 15 to the consolidated financial
statements.
Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 4 (NVCC) (subordinated indebtedness) (LRCN Series 4 Notes)
On June 25, 2024, we issued $500 million principal amount of 6.987% LRCN Series 4 Notes. The LRCN Series 4 Notes mature on July 28, 2084, and
bear interest at a fixed rate of 6.987% per annum (paid semi-annually) until July 28, 2029. Starting on July 28, 2029, and every five years thereafter
until July 28, 2079, the interest rate will be reset to the then current five-year Government of Canada bond yield plus 3.70% per annum.
Concurrently with the issuance of the LRCN Series 4 Notes, we issued Non-Cumulative 5-Year Fixed Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares
Series 58 (NVCC) (the Series 58 Preferred Shares), which are held in a CIBC LRCN Limited Recourse Trust (the Limited Recourse Trust) that is
consolidated by CIBC and, as a result, the Series 58 Preferred Shares are eliminated in CIBC’s consolidated financial statements. In the event of
non-payment by CIBC of the principal amount of, interest on, or redemption price for, the LRCN Series 4 Notes when due, the sole remedy of each
LRCN Series 4 Note holder is limited to that holder’s proportionate share of the Series 58 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust.
Subject to regulatory approval, we may redeem the LRCN Series 4 Notes, in whole or in part, every five years during the period from June 28 to and
including July 28, commencing on June 28, 2029, at par.
See the “Outstanding share data” section below and Note 15 to our consolidated financial statements for further details.
Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 5 (NVCC) (subordinated indebtedness) (LRCN Series 5 Notes)
On November 5, 2024, we issued USD$500 million principal amount of 6.950% LRCN Series 5 Notes. The LRCN Series 5 Notes mature on
January 28, 2085, and bear interest at a fixed rate of 6.950% per annum (paid quarterly) until January 28, 2030. Starting on January 28, 2030, and
every five years thereafter until January 28, 2080, the interest rate will be reset to the then current five-year U.S. Treasury Rate plus 2.833% per
annum.
Concurrently with the issuance of the LRCN Series 5 Notes, we issued Non-Cumulative 5-Year Fixed Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares
Series 59 (NVCC) (the Series 59 Preferred Shares), which are held in the Limited Recourse Trust that is consolidated by CIBC and, as a result, the
Series 59 Preferred Shares are eliminated in CIBC’s consolidated financial statements. In the event of non-payment by CIBC of the principal amount
of, interest on, or redemption price for, the LRCN Series 5 Notes when due, the sole remedy of each LRCN Series 5 Note holder is limited to that
holder’s proportionate share of the Series 59 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust. Subject to regulatory approval, we may redeem
the LRCN Series 5 Notes, in whole or in part, on each January 28, April 28, July 28, and October 28, commencing on January 28, 2030, at par.
See the “Outstanding share data” section below and Note 15 to our consolidated financial statements for further details.
Preferred shares
On April 30, 2024, we redeemed all 13 million Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 49 (NVCC) (Series 49 shares), at a
redemption price of $25.00 per Series 49 share, for a total redemption cost of $325 million.
On July 31, 2024, we redeemed all 10 million Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 51 (NVCC) (Series 51 shares), at a
redemption price of $25.00 per Series 51 share, for a total redemption cost of $250 million.
On July 31, 2024, we redeemed all 16 million Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 39 (NVCC) (Series 39 shares), at a
redemption price of $25.00 per Series 39 share, for a total redemption cost of $400 million.
Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 57 (NVCC) (Series 57 shares)
On March 12, 2024, we issued 500,000 Series 57 shares with a par value of $1,000.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $500 million. For the initial
five-year period to April 12, 2029, the Series 57 shares pay semi-annual cash dividends on the 12th day of April and October in each year, as
declared, at a rate of 7.337%. The first dividend, if declared, will be payable on October 12, 2024. On April 12, 2029, and on April 12 every five
years thereafter, the dividend rate will reset to be equal to the then current five-year Government of Canada bond yield plus 3.90%.
Subject to regulatory approval and certain provisions of the shares, we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 57 shares at
par during the period from March 12, 2029 to and including April 12, 2029 and during the period from March 12 to and including April 12 every five
years thereafter.
See the “Outstanding share data” section below and Note 15 to our consolidated financial statements for further details.
Subordinated indebtedness
On January 16, 2024, we issued $1.25 billion principal amount of 5.30% Debentures due January 16, 2034. The Debentures bear interest at a fixed
rate of 5.30% per annum (paid semi-annually) until January 16, 2029, and at Daily Compounded CORRA plus 2.02% per annum (paid quarterly)
thereafter until maturity on January 16, 2034. The debentures qualify as Tier 2 capital.
On June 12, 2024, we issued $1.0 billion principal amount of 4.90% Debentures due June 12, 2034. The Debentures bear interest at a fixed rate
of 4.90% per annum (paid semi-annually) until June 12, 2029, and at Daily Compounded CORRA plus 1.56% per annum (paid quarterly) thereafter
until maturity on June 12, 2034. The debentures qualify as Tier 2 capital.
On June 19, 2024, we redeemed all $1.5 billion of our 2.95% Debentures due June 19, 2029. In accordance with their terms, the Debentures were
redeemed at 100% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon. The debentures qualified as Tier 2 capital.
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Outstanding share data
The table below provides a summary of our outstanding shares, NVCC capital instruments, and the maximum number of common shares issuable
on conversion/exercise:
Shares outstanding
$ millions, except number of shares and per share amounts, as at October 31, 2024
Number
of shares
Amount
Common shares
942,285,419 $ 17,009
Treasury shares – common shares
9,179
2
Preferred shares
Series 41 (NVCC)
12,000,000
300
Series 43 (NVCC)
12,000,000
300
Series 47 (NVCC)
18,000,000
450
Series 56 (NVCC)
600,000
600
Series 57 (NVCC)
500,000
500
Treasury shares – preferred shares
(3,778)
(4)
Limited recourse capital notes
4.375% Limited recourse capital notes Series 1 (NVCC)
n/a
750
4.000% Limited recourse capital notes Series 2 (NVCC)
n/a
750
7.150% Limited recourse capital notes Series 3 (NVCC)
n/a
800
6.987% Limited recourse capital notes Series 4 (NVCC)
n/a
500
Subordinated indebtedness
2.01% Debentures due July 21, 2030 (NVCC)
n/a
1,000
1.96% Debentures due April 21, 2031 (NVCC)
n/a
1,000
4.20% Debentures due April 7, 2032 (NVCC)
n/a
1,000
5.33% Debentures due January 20, 2033 (NVCC)
n/a
1,000
5.35% Debentures due April 20, 2033 (NVCC)
n/a
750
5.30% Debentures due January 16, 2034 (NVCC)
n/a
1,250
4.90% Debentures due June 12, 2034 (NVCC)
n/a
1,000
Stock options outstanding
15,967,581
n/a Not applicable.
As at November 29, 2024, the number of common shares was 942,386,358, prior to the treasury shares net short position of 11,449. The number of
stock options outstanding was 15,867,097.
The occurrence of a “Trigger Event” would result in conversion of all of the outstanding NVCC instruments described above into a maximum of
approximately 6.2 billion common shares, in aggregate, which would represent a dilution impact of 87% based on the number of CIBC common
shares outstanding as at October 31, 2024. As described in the CAR Guideline, a Trigger Event occurs when OSFI determines the bank is or is
about to become non-viable and, if after conversion of all contingent instruments and consideration of any other relevant factors or circumstances, it
is reasonably likely that its viability will be restored or maintained; or if the bank has accepted or agreed to accept a capital injection or equivalent
support from a federal or provincial government, without which OSFI would have determined the bank to be non-viable.
Upon the occurrence of a Trigger Event, Class A Preferred Shares Series 41, 43, 47, 56 and 57 will be converted into a number of common
shares, determined by dividing the par value plus accrued and unpaid interest by the average common share price (as defined in the relevant
prospectus supplements) subject to a minimum price of $2.50 per common share (subject to adjustment in certain events as defined in the relevant
prospectus supplements). Series 53, 54, 55, 58 and 59 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust, will automatically and immediately be
converted, without the consent of LRCN Note holders, into a variable number of common shares which will be delivered to LRCN Note holders in
satisfaction of the principal amount of, and accrued and unpaid interest on, all of the LRCNs. All claims of LRCN Note holders against CIBC under
the LRCNs will be extinguished upon receipt of such common shares. The Debentures are convertible into a number of common shares, determined
by dividing 150% of the par value plus accrued and unpaid interest by the average common share price (as defined in the relevant prospectus
supplement) subject to a minimum price of $2.50 per common share (subject to adjustment in certain events as defined in the relevant prospectus
supplement).
In addition to the potential dilution impacts related to the NVCC instruments discussed above, as at October 31, 2024, $61.1 billion (2023: $60.8 billion)
of our outstanding liabilities were subject to conversion to common shares under the bail-in regime. Under the bail-in regime, there is no fixed and
pre-determined contractual conversion ratio for the conversion of the specified eligible shares and liabilities of CIBC that are subject to a bail-in
conversion into common shares, nor are there specific requirements regarding whether liabilities subject to a bail-in conversion are converted into
common shares of CIBC or any of its affiliates. CDIC determines the timing of the bail-in conversion, the portion of the specified eligible shares and
liabilities to be converted and the terms and conditions of the conversion, subject to parameters set out in the bail-in regime.
See the “Regulatory capital and total loss absorbing capacity (TLAC) requirements” section for further details.
Preferred share and other equity instruments rights and privileges
See Note 15 to the consolidated financial statements for details on our preferred share and other equity instruments rights and privileges.
Off-balance sheet arrangements
We enter into off-balance sheet arrangements in the normal course of our business. We consolidate all of our sponsored trusts that securitize our
own assets.
Non-consolidated structured entities (SEs)
We manage and administer a single-seller conduit and several CIBC-sponsored multi-seller conduits in Canada and the U.S. The multi-seller
conduits acquire direct or indirect ownership or security interests in pools of financial assets from our clients and finance the acquisitions by issuing
asset-backed commercial paper (ABCP) to investors. The single-seller conduit acquires financial assets and finances these acquisitions through a
credit facility provided by a syndicate of financial institutions. The sellers to the conduits may continue to service the assets. The sellers and/or
third-party providers are exposed to credit losses realized on these assets, through the provision of over-collateralization or another form of credit
enhancement.
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We provide the multi-seller conduits with commercial paper backstop liquidity facilities. We may also provide securities distribution to multi-seller
conduits and to both the single and multi-seller conduits accounting, cash management, and operations services. The liquidity facilities for the managed
and administered multi-seller conduits require us to provide funding for ABCP not placed with external investors. We may also purchase ABCP issued by
the multi-seller conduits for market-making and for voluntary risk retention purposes.
We are required to maintain certain short-term and/or long-term debt ratings with respect to the liquidity facilities that we provide to the
sponsored multi-seller conduits in Canada. If we are downgraded below the level specified under the terms of those facilities, we must provide
alternative satisfactory liquidity arrangements, such as procuring an alternative liquidity provider that meets the minimum rating requirements.
We may also act as the counterparty to derivative contracts entered into by a multi-seller conduit in order to mitigate the interest rate, basis,
and currency risk within the conduit.
We earn fees for providing services related to the non-consolidated single-seller and multi-seller conduits, such as backstop liquidity facilities,
distribution, transaction structuring, and conduit administration. These fees totalled $170 million in 2024 (2023: $86 million). All fees earned in
respect of activities with the conduits are on a market basis.
As at October 31, 2024, the amount of ABCP issued to fund the various asset types in the multi-seller conduits was $16.7 billion
(2023: $13.3 billion). The estimated weighted-average life of these assets was 1.6 years (2023: 1.6 years). Our holdings of commercial paper issued
by the non-consolidated sponsored multi-seller conduits that offer commercial paper to external investors were $276 million (2023: $414 million).
Our committed backstop liquidity facilities to these conduits were $23.1 billion (2023: $17.8 billion). We also provided credit facilities of $50 million
(2023: $50 million) to these conduits.
We participated in a syndicated facility of $700 million to the single-seller conduit that provides funding to franchisees of a major Canadian
retailer, which will mature in April 2025. Our portion of the commitment was $130 million (2023: $130 million), of which $101 million
(2023: $91 million) was funded as at October 31, 2024.
We engage one or more of the four major rating agencies, DBRS Limited (Morningstar DBRS), Fitch Ratings Inc. (Fitch), Moody’s Investors
Service, Inc. (Moody’s), and S&P, to opine on the credit ratings of ABCP issued by our sponsored multi-seller conduits. In the event that ratings
differ between rating agencies in respect of any direct investments we have in the ABCP or transactions funded in the ABCP conduits, we use the
lower rating.
We also have investments in and provide loans, liquidity and credit facilities to certain other third-party and CIBC-managed SEs. The
on-balance sheet exposure related to these SEs is included in the consolidated financial statements.
We provide interim financing for the purpose of purchasing loans during the warehousing phase for future securitization and term senior
financing to third-party SEs. As senior lenders, we are repaid by proceeds from the issuance of debt securities to external investors when the
securitization closes or by the cash flows from the repayment of the underlying assets held by the SE or alternative financing obtained by the SE
from third-party lenders.
We purchase credit protection from capital vehicles on certain referenced loan assets, which issue guarantee-linked notes held only by
third-party investors. We do not consolidate the capital vehicles and the underlying loan assets remain on the consolidated balance sheet.
Our on- and off-balance sheet amounts related to the SEs that are not consolidated are set out in the table below. For additional details on our
SEs, see Note 6 to the consolidated financial statements.
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Cash,
Investments
and loans (1)
Liquidity, credit
facilities and
commitments
Written credit
derivatives (2)
Investments
and loans (1)
Liquidity, credit
facilities and
commitments
Written credit
derivatives (2)
Single-seller and multi-seller conduits
$
377
$
16,637 (3)
$
–
$
505
$
13,131 (3)
$
–
Third-party structured vehicles
4,977
1,653
–
4,351
2,039
–
Loan financing
10,640
8,526
–
6,858
5,500
–
Other
1,795
255
71
1,127
150
76
(1) Excludes securities issued by, retained interest in, and derivatives with entities established by CMHC, Federal National Mortgage Association, Federal Home Loan
Mortgage Corporation, Government National Mortgage Association, Federal Home Loan Banks, Federal Farm Credit Bank, and Student Loan Marketing Association.
(2) Disclosed amounts reflect the outstanding notional of written credit derivatives. The negative fair value recorded on the consolidated balance sheet was $50 million
(2023: $51 million). Notional of $66 million (2023: $71 million) was hedged with credit derivatives protection from third parties. The fair value of these hedges net of CVA
was $44 million (2023: $46 million). An additional notional of $6 million (2023: $5 million) was hedged through a limited recourse note.
(3) Excludes an additional $6.2 billion (2023: $4.3 billion) relating to our backstop liquidity facilities provided to the multi-seller conduits as part of their commitment to fund
purchases of additional assets. Also excludes $276 million (2023: $414 million) of our direct investments in the multi-seller conduits which we consider investment exposure.
Other financial transactions
We are the sponsor of several mutual and pooled funds, in the form of trusts. We are the administrator of these funds. In addition, we may act in
other capacities, including custodian, trustee and broker. We earn fees at market rates from these trusts. We do not guarantee either principal or
returns to investors in these funds. We act as a trustee of a number of personal trusts and have a fiduciary responsibility to act in the best interests
of the beneficiaries of the trusts. We earn a fee for acting as a trustee. We also participate in transactions to modify the cash flows of trusts managed
by third-party asset managers to create investments with specific risk profiles, or to assist clients in the efficient management of other risks.
Typically, these involve the use of derivative products, which transfer the risks and returns to or from a trust.
Derivatives
We participate in derivatives transactions, as a market maker facilitating the needs of our clients or as a principal to manage the risks associated
with our funding, investing and trading strategies. All derivatives are recorded at fair value on our consolidated balance sheet. See Notes 12 and 22
to the consolidated financial statements for details on derivative contracts and the risks associated with them.
Credit-related arrangements
Credit-related arrangements are generally off-balance sheet instruments and are typically entered into to meet the financing needs of clients. In
addition, there are certain exposures for which we could be obligated to extend credit that are not recorded on the consolidated balance sheet. For
additional details of these arrangements, see the “Liquidity risk” section and Note 20 to the consolidated financial statements.
Guarantees
A guarantee is a contract that requires the issuer to make specified payments to reimburse the holder for a loss it incurs because a specified debtor
failed to make payment when due in accordance with the original or modified terms of a debt instrument. Guarantees include credit derivatives
protection sold and standby and performance letters of credit, as discussed in Notes 12 and 20 to the consolidated financial statements, respectively.
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Management of risk
We have provided certain disclosures required under IFRS 7 “Financial Instruments – Disclosures” (IFRS 7) related to the nature and extent of risks
arising from financial instruments in the MD&A, as permitted by that IFRS standard. These disclosures are included in the “Risk overview”, “Credit
risk”, “Market risk”, “Liquidity risk”, “Operational risk”, “Regulatory compliance risk”, “Reputation and legal risks” and “Conduct risk” sections.
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Risk overview
46
Risk governance structure
47
Risk management structure
48
Risk management process
48
Risk appetite statement
49
Risk input into performance and
compensation
50
Risk policies and limits
51
Risk identification and measurement
52
Stress testing
52
Risk treatment and mitigation
52
Risk monitoring and reporting
53
Top and emerging risks
56
Risks arising from business activities
57
Credit risk
57
Governance and management
57
Policies
58
Process and control
59
Risk measurement
61
Exposure to credit risk
63
Credit quality of portfolios
65
Credit quality performance
66
Loans contractually past due
but not impaired
66
Exposure to certain countries
and regions
66
U.S. office real estate exposure
67
Settlement risk
67
Securitization activities
68
Market risk
68
Governance and management
68
Policies
68
Market risk limits
68
Process and control
68
Risk measurement
69
Trading activities
71
Non-trading activities
72
Pension risk
73
Liquidity risk
73
Governance and management
73
Policies
73
Risk measurement
74
Liquid assets
78
Funding
79
Contractual obligations
80
Other risks
80
Strategic risk
80
Operational risk
82
Environmental and social risk
84
Regulatory compliance risk
84
Insurance risk
84
Reputation and legal risks
84
Conduct risk
Risk overview
CIBC faces a wide variety of risks across all of its areas of business. Identifying and understanding risks and their impact allows CIBC to frame its
risk appetite and risk management practices. Defining acceptable levels of risk, and establishing sound principles, policies and practices for
managing risks, is fundamental to achieving consistent and sustainable long-term performance, while remaining within our risk appetite.
Our risk appetite defines tolerance levels for various risks. This is the foundation for our risk management culture and our risk management
framework.
Our risk management framework includes:
•
CIBC, SBU, functional group-level and regional risk appetite statements;
•
Risk frameworks, policies, procedures and limits to align activities with our risk appetite;
•
Regular risk reports to identify and communicate risk levels;
•
An independent control framework to identify and test the design and operating effectiveness of our key controls;
•
Stress testing to consider the potential impact of changes in the business environment on capital, liquidity and earnings;
•
Proactive consideration of risk mitigation options in order to optimize results; and
•
Oversight through our risk-focused committees and governance structure.
Managing risk is a shared responsibility at CIBC. Business units and risk management professionals work in collaboration to ensure that
business strategies and activities are consistent with our risk appetite. CIBC’s approach to enterprise-wide risk management aligns with the
three lines of defence model:
(i)
As the first line of defence, CIBC’s Management, in SBUs and functional groups own the risks and are accountable and responsible for
identifying and assessing risks inherent in its activities in accordance with the CIBC risk appetite. In addition, Management establishes and
maintains controls to mitigate such risks. Management may include Governance Groups within the business to facilitate the Control
Framework, Operational Risk Framework and other risk-related processes. A Governance Group refers to a group within Business Unit
Management (first line of defence) whose focus is to support Management in meeting their governance, risk and control activities. A
Governance Group is considered the first line of defence, in conjunction with Business Unit Management. Control Groups, which typically
reside within centralized functions, provide subject matter expertise to Business Unit Management and/or implement/maintain enterprise-
wide control programs and activities. While Control Groups collaborate with Business Unit Management in identifying and managing risk,
they also challenge risk decisions and risk mitigation strategies.
(ii)
The second line of defence is independent from the first line of defence and provides an enterprise-wide view of specific risk types,
guidance and effective challenge to risk and control activities. Risk Management is the primary second line of defence. Risk Management
may leverage subject matter expertise of other groups (e.g., third parties or Control Groups) to inform their independent assessments, as
appropriate.
(iii)
As the third line of defence, CIBC’s Internal Audit is responsible for providing reasonable assurance to senior management and the Audit
Committee of the Board on the effectiveness of CIBC’s governance practices, risk management processes, and Internal Control as a part of
its risk-based audit plan and in accordance with its mandate as described in the Internal Audit Charter.
A strong risk culture and communication between the three lines of defence are important characteristics of effective risk management.
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We continuously monitor our risk profile against our defined risk appetite and related limits, taking action as needed to maintain an appropriate
balance of risk and return. Monitoring our risk profile includes forward-looking analysis of sensitivity to local and global market factors, economic
conditions, and geopolitical and regulatory environments that influence our overall risk profile.
Regular and transparent risk reporting and discussion at senior management committees facilitates communication of risks and discussion of
risk management strategies across the organization.
Risk governance structure
Our risk governance structure is illustrated below:
Board of Directors
Risk Governance Structure
Executive Committee
Global Asset Liability
Committee
Global Risk
Committee
Audit
Committee
Risk
Management
Committee
Corporate
Governance
Committee
Management
Resources and
Compensation
Committee
escalation
oversight
culture
framework
Board of Directors (the Board): The Board oversees the enterprise-wide risk management program through approval of our risk appetite,
Control Framework and supporting risk management policies and limits. The Board accomplishes its mandate through its Audit, Risk
Management, Management Resources and Compensation, and Corporate Governance committees, described below.
Audit Committee (AC): The Audit Committee reviews the overall design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and the control
environment, including internal controls over financial reporting. The Audit Committee also has oversight of the underlying processes and
controls of the ESG disclosures in our Annual Report, Sustainability Report, and other material ESG disclosure documents.
Risk Management Committee (RMC): This committee assists the Board in fulfilling its responsibilities for defining CIBC’s risk appetite and
overseeing CIBC’s risk profile and performance against the defined risk appetite. This includes oversight of key frameworks, policies and risk
limits related to the identification, measurement and monitoring of CIBC’s principal business risks.
Management Resources and Compensation Committee (MRCC): This committee is responsible for assisting the Board in its global oversight
of CIBC’s human capital strategy, including talent and total rewards, and the alignment with CIBC’s strategy, risk appetite and controls.
Corporate Governance Committee (CGC): This committee is responsible for assisting the Board in fulfilling its corporate governance oversight
responsibilities and oversight of the ESG strategy.
Executive Committee (ExCo): The ExCo, led by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and including selected executives reporting directly to the
CEO, is responsible for setting business strategy and for monitoring, evaluating and managing risks across CIBC. The ExCo is supported by the
following management governance committees:
•
Global Asset Liability Committee (GALCO): This committee, which comprises members from the ExCo and senior Treasury, Risk
Management and lines of business executives, provides oversight regarding capital management, funding and liquidity management, and
asset/liability management (ALM). It also provides strategic direction regarding structural interest rate risk (SIRR) and structural foreign
exchange risk postures, approval of funds transfer pricing policies/parameters and approval of wholesale funding plans.
•
Global Risk Committee (GRC): This committee, which comprises selected members of the ExCo and senior leaders from the lines of
business, Risk Management and other functional groups, provides a forum for discussion and oversight of risk appetite, risk profile and risk
mitigation strategies. Key activities include reviewing and providing input regarding CIBC’s risk appetite statements; monitoring risk profile
against risk appetite; reviewing and evaluating business activities in the context of risk appetite; and identifying, reviewing, and advising on
current and emerging risk issues and associated mitigation plans.
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Risk management structure
The Risk Management group, led by our Chief Risk Officer (CRO), is responsible for setting risk strategies and for providing independent oversight
of the businesses. Risk Management works to identify, assess, mitigate, monitor and control risks associated with business activities and strategies,
and is responsible for providing an effective challenge to the lines of business.
The current structure is illustrated below:
Chief Risk Officer
Risk Appetite Statement and Management Control Metrics
Risk Policies and Limits
Risk Management Structure
Capital
Markets Risk
Management
Risk Identification, Measurement, Monitoring and Reporting
Stress Testing
Effective Challenge as Second Line of Defence
Risk Treatment and Mitigation
U.S. Risk
Management
Global
Operational and
Enterprise Risk
Management
Global Credit
Risk
Management
Risk
Analytics
and Credit
Decisioning
Compliance
and Global
Regulatory
Affairs
Enterprise
Anti-Money
Laundering
Europe and
Asia-Pacific
Risk
Management
The Risk Management group performs several important activities including:
•
Developing our risk appetite and associated management control metrics;
•
Setting risk strategy to manage risks in alignment with our risk appetite and business strategy;
•
Establishing and communicating risk frameworks, policies, procedures and limits to mitigate risks in alignment with risk strategy;
•
Measuring, monitoring and reporting on risk levels;
•
Identifying and assessing emerging and potential strategic risks;
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Adjudicating transactions, as applicable;
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Reviewing and performing effective challenge on business risk assessments; and
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Ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory and anti-money laundering (AML) requirements.
The following key groups within Risk Management, independent of the originating businesses, contribute to our management of risk:
•
Capital Markets Risk Management (CMRM) – This group provides independent oversight of the measurement, monitoring and control of
market risks (both trading and non-trading), and trading credit risk (also called counterparty credit risk which includes credit valuation
adjustment risk or CVA risk) across CIBC’s portfolios, and effective challenge and sound risk management oversight to Treasury, including
with respect to liquidity and funding risk management and SIRR management.
•
Global Credit Risk Management – This group is responsible for the adjudication and oversight of credit risks associated with CIBC’s small
business (manually adjudicated loans only), commercial, corporate, and wealth management credit portfolios, management of the risks in our
investment portfolios, as well as management of special loan portfolios.
•
Global Operational and Enterprise Risk Management – This group is responsible for designing and implementing effective operational and
enterprise risk management and control programs. The group provides effective challenge and monitoring of all operational risks globally,
including (but not limited to) technology risk, information security (including cyber) risk, fraud risk, model risk, and third-party risk. From an
enterprise risk perspective, the group is responsible for enterprise-wide analysis, including the developing, measuring and monitoring of risk
appetite, enterprise-wide stress testing and reporting, allowance for credit loss assessment and reporting, risk models and model
quantification, environmental risk (including transaction-specific environmental and related social risk, and the physical and transition risks
associated with climate change), economic and regulatory capital methodologies, as well as risk data management. The team also has global
accountability for strategic risk, assessing developing emerging risks and potential mitigation strategies, corporate risk insurance programs,
reputation risks, and risk policy and governance.
•
Risk Analytics and Credit Decisioning – This group is responsible for the management and oversight of credit risk in the personal and small
business lending portfolios (such as residential mortgages, credit cards, loans/lines of credit and indirect auto lending) including the
development of analytics to optimize credit performance and AML outcomes within CIBC’s risk appetite. This group is also responsible for all
auto-adjudicated small business loans.
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Compliance and Global Regulatory Affairs (CGRA) – This group is responsible for designing and implementing an effective enterprise-wide
framework to manage and mitigate regulatory compliance risk at CIBC, to be executed by CGRA and the other Oversight Functions (as
defined in the Regulatory Compliance Management Policy). CGRA also provides oversight of conduct and culture risk, including sales practice
risk and effective challenge of compensation plan changes. In addition, the Privacy Office under CGRA manages CIBC’s privacy-related risks
and supports the protection of the privacy of all CIBC client and employee information. Overall CGRA is responsible for maintaining strong
relationships with our prudential, privacy, market, and conduct regulators and acts as a liaison between the regulators and CIBC.
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Enterprise Anti-Money Laundering (EAML) – This group is responsible for all aspects of AML, anti-terrorist financing (ATF), and Sanctions
Programs globally for CIBC and its controlled subsidiaries, including providing advice with respect to, and oversight of compliance with, all
regulatory requirements relating to AML/ATF and sanctions in all business units globally. Furthermore, EAML executes a risk-based approach
to deter, detect and report suspected Money Laundering/Terrorist Financing and sanctioned activities, in accordance with their policies, as
applicable, and their supporting standards.
•
Europe and Asia-Pacific Risk Management – This group carries out the mandate of CIBC Risk Management at a regional level under the
leadership of the Senior Vice-President & Chief Risk Officer, Europe & APAC Region, with oversight from the Management Committees and
CIBC Luxembourg Board. The group provides independent oversight for the identification, management, measurement, monitoring and
mitigation of risks in Europe and Asia.
•
U.S. Risk Management – This group carries out the mandate of CIBC Risk Management at a regional level under the leadership of the
U.S. CRO, with oversight from the Risk Management Committee of the CIBC Board and the Risk Committees of the Boards of CIBC Bank USA
and CIBC Bancorp. The group provides independent oversight for the identification, management, measurement, monitoring and mitigation of
risks in the U.S. region.
Risk management process
Our risk management process is illustrated below:
Risk Policies & Limits
Risk Appetite Statement
Monitoring
Recovery and Resolution Plans(1)
Reporting
Risk Identification and Measurement
Stress Testing
Risk Treatment / Mitigation
Risk Management Process
(1) For additional information refer to the “Capital management” section.
Risk appetite statement
Our risk appetite statement defines the amount of risk we are willing to assume in pursuit of our strategic and financial objectives. Our guiding
principle is to practice sound risk management, supported by strong capital and funding positions, as we pursue our client-focused strategy. In
defining our risk appetite, we take into consideration our purpose, vision, values, strategy and objectives, along with our risk capacity (defined by
regulatory constraints). It defines how we conduct business, which is to be consistent with the following objectives:
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Safeguarding our reputation and brand;
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Doing the right thing for our clients/stakeholders;
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Engaging in client-oriented businesses after understanding the potential risks and rewards;
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Making our client’s goals our own in a professional and radically simple manner;
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Managing a balance between risk and returns;
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Retaining a prudent attitude towards tail and event risk;
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Meeting regulatory expectations and/or identifying and having plans in place to address any issues in a timely manner;
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Achieving/maintaining an AA rating; and
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Meeting/exceeding stakeholders’ expectations with respect to the ESG criteria including setting/sharing targets, and reporting progress
towards these targets.
Our risk appetite statement contains metrics with limits that define our risk tolerance levels. In addition, we have SBU, functional group and regional
risk appetite statements that are integrated with our overall risk appetite statement that further articulate our business level risk tolerances.
Our risk appetite statement is reviewed annually in conjunction with our strategic, financial and capital planning cycle to ensure alignment and
is approved annually by the Board. To help drive strong oversight and governance around our risk appetite, the Board, RMC and senior
management regularly receive and review reporting on our risk profile against the risk appetite limits.
All strategic business decisions, as well as day-to-day business decisions, are governed by our risk appetite framework. Strategic decisions
are evaluated to ensure that the risk exposure is within our risk appetite. Day-to-day activities and decisions are governed by our framework of risk
tolerance limits, policies, standards and procedures that support our risk appetite statement.
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Risk culture
Risk culture refers to desired attitudes and behaviours relative to risk management practices. At CIBC, we strive to achieve a consistent and
effective risk culture by:
•
Promoting, through both formal and informal channels, a shared accountability of risk identification, management and mitigation;
•
Cultivating an environment of transparency and effective challenge, open communication and robust discussion of risk;
•
Setting the appropriate “tone at the top” and “tone from the middle” through clear communication and reinforcement; and
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Identifying and reinforcing behaviours that are aligned with risk appetite, and escalating misaligned behaviours.
Every year, all employees are required to complete formal training on risk appetite, reputation risk, operational risk, code of conduct, AML and other
key risk topics. By taking this mandatory training, all employees strengthen their basic knowledge of risk management in support of our risk culture.
This training is supplemented by our risk appetite statement, risk management priorities and documents on our internal website. In addition, we
have policies, procedures and limits in place that govern our day-to-day business activity, with escalation procedures for limit breaches outlined
accordingly.
Risk input into performance and compensation
Throughout the year, the Risk Management team manages various compensation risk reviews. These reviews are part of the second line of defence
responsibilities to review and challenge new compensation plans, changes to existing compensation plans and compensation plan closure. In
addition, periodic risk reviews are completed to ensure all compensation plans are risk assessed on a regular basis. All compensation plans are
rated as either high-risk or low-risk with high-risk compensation plans requiring approval from the CRO.
At each year-end, Risk Management provides an assessment of adherence to risk appetite and material risk matters across CIBC. Risk
Management also considers a number of risk inputs to identify matters that may directly impact incentive pools and/or individual compensation
awards and/or performance ratings. Annually, Risk Management reviews the assessment with both the RMC and the MRCC.
The MRCC oversees the performance management and compensation process and is responsible for assisting the Board of Directors in their
global oversight of CIBC’s human capital strategy, including talent and total rewards, and the alignment with CIBC’s strategy, risk appetite and
controls. The MRCC’s oversight of human capital strategy includes inclusion at work, employee health, safety and wellbeing and other ESG
practices related to their mandate. The MRCC’s key compensation-related responsibilities include:
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Reviewing and recommending for Board approval annual compensation, including changes to compensation targets, if any, for the CEO,
Senior Management, and Heads of Oversight Functions;
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Approving annual compensation for any employee whose total direct compensation exceeds the materiality threshold determined by the
Committee;
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Assessing the appropriateness of compensation based on business performance and risks undertaken;
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Reviewing and recommending for Board approval the aggregate annual incentive compensation and allocations to the SBUs and the
functional groups;
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Approving CIBC’s compensation philosophy and any material changes to CIBC’s compensation principles or practices;
•
Reviewing material compensation policies and approving any material changes to such policies or any new material compensation policies;
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Reviewing and recommending Board approval of new material compensation plans and changes to existing material compensation plans; and
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Reviewing a report on non-material plans.
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Risk policies and limits
Our risk policies and limits framework is intended to ensure that risks are appropriately identified, measured, monitored and controlled in accordance
with our risk appetite. For most risks, we have developed an overarching framework document that sets out the key principles for managing the
associated risks and our key risk policies and limits. This framework is supported by standards, guidelines, processes, procedures and controls that
govern day-to-day activities in our businesses. Oversight is provided by management committees, as well as the Board/Board committees.
Key risk policies and management committees are illustrated below:
Risk Appetite Statement and Risk Appetite Framework
Risk Management Framework
Risk
Credit
Market
Operational
Reputation
Liquidity
Strategic
Management Oversight
Credit Committee
Personal and Business Banking
Credit Risk Committee
Global Risk Committee
Traded Risk Committee
Global Risk Committee
Global Asset Liability
Committee
Traded Risk Committee
Operational Risk and Control
Committee
Global Risk Committee
Technology Operational Risk
Committee
Model and Parameter Risk
Committee
Cyber Security Committee
Traded Risk Committee
Third Party Risk Council
Executive Fraud Risk Council
Reputation and Legal Risks
Committee
Global Asset Liability
Committee
Global Risk Committee
Executive Committee
Global Risk Committee
Risk Limits
Credit Concentration Limits
Delegated Credit Approval
Authorities
Trading Credit Risk Limits
Risk Appetite Statement
Market Risk Limits
Delegated Risk Authorities
Risk Appetite Statement
Key Risk Indicators
Risk Appetite Statement
Liquidity and Funding Limits
Risk Appetite Statement
Pledging Limits
Key Risk Indicators
Risk Appetite Statement
Overarching
Framework / Policy
Credit Risk Management
Policy
Trading Credit Risk
Management Policy
Market Risk Management
Policy
Structural Risk Management
Policies
Operational Risk Management
Framework
Control Framework
Conduct and Culture Risk
Framework
Global Reputation Risk
Management Framework and
Policy
Liquidity Risk Management
Policy
Pledging Policy
Strategic Planning Policy
Regulatory
Global Risk Committee
Key Risk Indicators
Regulatory Compliance
Management Policy
Executive Oversight
Committee
Risk Appetite Statement
Key AML Metrics
Enterprise Anti-Money
Laundering, Anti-Terrorist
Financing and Sanctions
Framework and Enterprise
Anti-Money Laundering and
Anti-Terrorist Financing Policy
Privacy Management
Framework
Compliance Risk Management
Framework
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Risk identification and measurement
Risk identification and measurement are important elements of CIBC’s risk management framework. Risk identification is a continuous process,
generally achieved through:
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Regular assessment of risks associated with lending and trading credit exposures;
•
Ongoing monitoring of trading and non-trading portfolios;
•
Assessment of risks in new business activities and processes;
•
Assessment of risks in complex and unusual business transactions;
•
Regular monitoring of the overall risk profile considering market developments and trends, and external and internal events; and
•
Ongoing monitoring of management operations and processes.
Risk Management maintains a “Risk Register” to list all material risks facing CIBC. The inventory is based on the risks inherent and emerging risks in
our businesses and updated through various processes, illustrated in the following chart, to reflect changes in the nature of the risks we are facing.
The Risk Register is used to support our ICAAP, either explicitly in the economic and regulatory capital calculations, or implicitly through the buffer
of actual capital over economic capital and regulatory capital.
Macro and
External
Risks
Assessment of
Risk Level
(probability /
severity
considerations)
Risk Register
Internal Capital
Adequacy
Assessment
Process
(ICAAP)
Risks Inherent
in CIBC’s
Businesses
Risk Identification Processes
Strategic Business Reviews
Change Initiative Risk Assessment Process
Risk and Control Self Assessments
Strategic and Emerging Risk Themes
External and Peer Benchmarking
Regulatory Reviews
The decision to register a new risk is based on its risk assessment through our risk identification processes and includes criteria such as severity,
measurability and probability. Furthermore, the decision on the amount of capital allocated to cover the new risk brought on the books will take into
consideration the effectiveness and impact of the risk mitigants available.
We have enterprise-wide methodologies, models and techniques in place to measure both the quantitative and qualitative aspects of risks,
appropriate for the various types of risks we face. These methodologies, models and techniques are subject to independent assessment and review
to ensure that the underlying logic remains sound, that model risks have been identified and managed, that use of the models continues to be
appropriate and outputs are valid.
Risk is usually measured in terms of expected loss, unexpected loss, and economic capital.
Expected loss
Expected loss represents the loss that is statistically expected to occur in the normal course of business, with adjustments for conservatism, in a
given period of time.
In respect of credit risk, the parameters used to measure expected loss are PD, LGD and EAD. These parameters are updated regularly and
are based either on our historical experience through the cycle and benchmarking of credit exposures or as prescribed by our regulators as
applicable. Unlike the PD, LGD and EAD parameters used for calculating ECL on our consolidated financial statements, the PD, LGD and EAD
parameters used for regulatory capital purposes are not adjusted for forward-looking information.
For trading market risks, VaR is a statistical technique used to measure risk. VaR is an estimate of the loss in market value for a given level of
confidence that we would expect to incur in our trading portfolio due to an adverse one-day movement in market rates, implied volatility and prices
using the most recent 500 trading days. We also use stressed VaR to estimate an expected loss over a 10-day holding period and using a one-year
historical window when relevant market factors were in distress.
For trading credit risks associated with market value based products including CVA, we use models to estimate exposure relative to the value
of the portfolio of trades with each counterparty, giving consideration to market rates and prices.
Unexpected loss and economic capital
Unexpected loss is the statistical estimate of the amount by which actual losses might exceed expected losses over a specified time horizon,
computed at a given confidence level. We use economic capital to estimate the level of capital needed to protect us against unexpected losses.
We also use techniques such as sensitivity analysis and stress testing to help ensure that the risks remain within our risk appetite and that our
capital is adequate to cover those risks. Our stress testing program includes evaluation of the potential effects of various economic and market
scenarios on our risk profile, earnings and capital. Refer to the “Capital management” section for additional details.
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Model risk management
Model risk management encompasses sound development, independent validation, and ongoing monitoring and review of the models as well as
governance and controls that are proportionate to the risks. Our model inventory includes, but is not limited to, models that relate to risk
measurement (including economic and regulatory capital), pricing, mark-to-market (MTM), credit risk rating and scoring models, credit models for
the calculation of loss severity and stress testing, and models for the calculation of ECL under IFRS 9. CIBC’s approach to provide effective
governance and oversight for model risk management comprises the following key elements:
•
Governance and oversight by management committees, including the Model and Parameter Risk Committee (MPRC), senior management and
the Board;
•
Policies, procedures and standards to outline applicable roles and responsibilities of the various oversight groups and to provide guidance to
identify, measure, control and monitor model risk throughout the model’s life cycle; and
•
Controls for key operational aspects of model risk management including maintaining a model inventory, model risk ranking, model risk
attestation and ongoing monitoring and reporting.
The MPRC is a subcommittee of the Operational Risk and Control Committee (ORCC) and is responsible for reviewing and approving proposals for
new and/or modified regulatory, economic capital and IFRS 9 models and provides oversight of CIBC’s regulatory, economic capital and IFRS 9
models and parameters for credit, market and operational risks. The MPRC has accountability and responsibility for model and parameter
approvals, parameter performance monitoring, validation oversight, and policy oversight.
Model risk mitigation policies
We have policies, procedures, standards and controls to ensure effective model risk management for CIBC. A model review and validation is the
independent effective challenge that documents the model risk and ensures models are sound and we can rely on their output. The model review
and validation process includes:
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Review of model documentation;
•
Comprehensive, systematic testing of key model parameters on implementation to ensure results are as expected;
•
Replication of the risk quantification process to determine whether the model implementation is faithful to the model specifications;
•
Review of whether the model/parameter concepts and assumptions are appropriate and robust;
•
Accuracy testing to assess the calibration and accuracy of the risk components including, for example, the discriminative power of rating
systems and the reasonableness of capital parameters;
•
Sensitivity testing to analyze the sensitivity of model/parameter outputs to model/parameter assumptions and key inputs;
•
Scenario and stress testing of the model outputs to key inputs;
•
Back-testing by comparing actual results with model-generated risk measures;
•
Benchmarking to other models and comparable internal and external data;
•
Review of the internal usage of the model/parameter applications to ensure consistency of application;
•
Reporting of model status to the MPRC, supported through an up-to-date inventory of regulatory models and parameters;
•
A quarterly attestation process for model owners in order to ensure compliance with the Model Risk and Validation Policy; and
•
A comprehensive validation report that identifies the conditions for valid application of the model and summarizes these findings to the model
owners, developers and users.
Once a model has been approved for use, ongoing monitoring becomes a joint responsibility of model users, owners and validators.
Stress testing
Stress testing supplements our other risk management tools by providing an estimate of the potential impacts of plausible but stressed economic
scenarios and risk factors. Results of stress testing are interpreted in the context of our risk appetite, including metrics for capital adequacy.
Enterprise-wide stress testing, capital planning and financial planning processes are integrated for a comprehensive information system. See the
“Capital management” section for detailed discussion on our enterprise-wide stress testing.
Risk treatment and mitigation
Risk treatment and mitigation is the implementation of options for modifying risk levels. We pursue risk mitigation options in order to control our risk
profile in the context of our risk appetite. Our objective is to proactively consider risk mitigation options in order to optimize results.
Discussions regarding potential risk mitigation strategies are held between Risk Management and the lines of business, at the GRC or GALCO
and at the RMC for governance and oversight, as appropriate. In evaluating possible strategies, considerations include costs and benefits, residual
risks (i.e., risks that are retained), secondary risks (i.e., those caused by the risk mitigation actions), and appropriate monitoring and review to track
results.
Risk controls
Our risk management framework also includes a comprehensive set of risk controls, designed to ensure that risks are being appropriately identified
and managed. Our risk controls are part of CIBC’s overall Control Framework, developed based on the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of
the Treadway Commission’s (COSO) widely accepted “Internal Control – Integrated Framework”. The Control Framework also draws on elements of
the OSFI Supervisory Framework and Corporate Governance Guidelines.
The Board, primarily through the RMC, approves certain credit risk limits and delegates specific transactional approval authorities to the CEO or
jointly to the CEO and CRO. The RMC must approve transactions that exceed delegated authorities. Delegation of authority to business units is
controlled to ensure decision-making authorities are restricted to those individuals with the necessary experience levels. In addition, CIBC has rigorous
processes to identify, evaluate and remediate risk control deficiencies in a timely manner. Regular reporting is provided to the RMC to evidence
compliance with risk limits. Risk limits and the delegation of authority to the CEO or jointly to the CEO and CRO are reviewed annually by the RMC.
Risk monitoring and reporting
To monitor CIBC’s risk profile and facilitate evaluation against the risk appetite statement, a number of measurement metrics have been established,
with regular reporting against these metrics provided to the GRC and the RMC. This reporting enables decisions on growth and risk mitigation
strategies.
Exposures are also regularly monitored against limits, with escalation protocols for limit excesses, should they occur. Escalation protocols
ensure awareness at appropriate levels and facilitate management of excesses that is consistent with our risk appetite.
Regular management reports on each risk type are also prepared to facilitate monitoring and control of risk at a more granular level.
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Top and emerging risks
We monitor and review top and emerging risks that may affect our future results, and take action to mitigate potential risks. We perform in-depth
analyses, which may include stress testing our exposures relative to the risks, and we provide updates and related developments to the Board on a
regular basis. Top and emerging risks are those that we consider to have potential negative implications that are material for CIBC. This section
describes those top and emerging risks, as well as regulatory and accounting developments that are material for CIBC.
Inflation, interest rates and economic growth
As inflation eased in 2024, central banks began reducing interest rates in the back half of the year. While interest rates will gradually begin to
provide financial relief to clients, unemployment continues to be a headwind. Commercial office real estate, particularly in the United States,
continues to face challenges due to post COVID-19 hybrid work arrangements and high interest rates, negatively impacting office asset valuations.
The impact of interest rates on Canadian mortgages is discussed under “Canadian consumer debt and the housing market” below and in the
“Credit risk – Real estate secured personal lending” section. We are closely monitoring the macroeconomic environment and assessing its potential
adverse impact on our clients, counterparties and businesses. Further details on the macroeconomic environment are provided in the “Economic
and market environment – Outlook for calendar year 2025” section.
Canadian consumer debt and the housing market
The latest household debt-to-income ratio data from Statistics Canada reflects a continued downward trend that started in the third quarter of 2023.
It is at its lowest level since 2016 due to growth in disposable income and slower debt growth. The debt-to-service ratio is holding stable in recent
quarters and is aligned with pre-pandemic levels. Mortgage debt-to-income and service ratios continue to trend at historically high levels, while
non-mortgage debt-to-income and service ratios remain at historically low levels as clients maintain low utilization and high payment rates.
Mortgage service ratios could see increases as mortgages continue to renew at higher rates and income growth decelerates from a slowing labour
market.
2023 and 2024 year-to-date property sale volumes have slowed to 2018–2019 levels. Sustained high interest rates have maintained pressure
on property sales and mortgage growth. While the interest rate cuts in the second half of 2024 will provide some relief, the levels are still high and
there is an expected lag on performance relief from each incremental cut. Further interest rate cuts could result in an increase in sales activity and
housing prices. Real estate secured lending losses remain low, supported by strong housing prices, with the House Price Index (HPI) slightly below
peak 2022 levels and up year-over-year.
Unemployment rates have increased throughout the year to the highest levels since 2017 (excluding the increase in 2020 and 2021 resulting
from the COVID-19 pandemic). Unemployment rates at current levels could elevate non-mortgage debt levels, and has increased unsecured
payment pressures, typical of the credit cycle.
In recent years the regulatory environment has seen increased scrutiny, with regulators tightening guidelines and elevating oversight over
financial institutions. Changes to guidelines could impact business processes, increasing costs to the bank and/or fines for non-compliance.
Effective November 1, 2023, OSFI revised its Capital Adequacy Requirements and Mortgage Insurer Capital Adequacy Test guidelines, resulting in
an increase to RWA for mortgages that have been in negative amortization for three consecutive months with loan-to-value (LTV) over 65%. OSFI is
implementing a loan-to-income (LTI) limit on the portfolios of federally regulated financial institutions for all new uninsured mortgage loans. This
measure is intended to address the risks associated with high levels of household indebtedness and loans that are vulnerable to shifts in factors for
debt serviceability at a portfolio level. LTI will restrict the proportion of originations that can exceed the 4.5x LTI multitude for each institution relative
to the competitive position within the market. This measure will augment existing measures such as Minimum Qualifying Rates (MQR). OSFI has set
the specific LTI limit for CIBC and expects FRFIs to perform their own internal monitoring and management, and report compliance on a quarterly
basis beginning in the first quarter of 2025.
Geopolitical risk
The level of geopolitical risk escalates at certain points in time. While the specific impact on the global economy and on global credit and capital
markets would depend on the nature of the event, in general, any major event could result in instability and volatility, leading to widening spreads,
declining equity valuations, flight to safe-haven currencies and increased purchases of gold. In the short run, market disruption could hurt the net
income of our trading and non-trading market risk positions. Geopolitical risk could reduce economic growth, and in combination with the potential
impacts on commodity prices and protectionism (further details are provided in the “Economic and market environment – Outlook for calendar
year 2025” section), could have serious negative implications for general economic and banking activities. Current areas of concern include:
•
Conflict in the Middle East;
•
Relations between the U.S. and Iran;
•
The war in Ukraine;
•
Ongoing U.S., Canada and China relations and trade issues, with potential negative impacts on supply chains; and
•
Rising civil unrest and activism globally.
While it is difficult to predict where new geopolitical disruption will occur, we pay particular attention to markets and regions with existing or recent
historical instability to assess the impact of these environments on the markets and businesses in which we operate.
Climate risk
The physical effects of climate change along with regulations designed to mitigate its negative impacts will have a measurable impact on
communities and the economy. The physical risks of climate change resulting from severe weather events and systemic issues such as rising sea
levels can impact CIBC’s profitability through disruptions in our own operations and damage to critical infrastructure. Transition risks, which arise as
society adjusts towards a low-carbon future, can impact the financial health of our clients as changes in policy and technology aimed at limiting
global warming can increase their operating costs and reduce profitability, while translating into potentially higher credit losses for the bank. We are
also exposed to reputational risks due to changing stakeholder expectations related to action or inaction in addressing climate-related risks.
In the past year, a number of regulators and standard-setting organizations introduced and updated disclosure frameworks related to climate
change risks, as well as environmental and social risks.
On March 13, 2024, the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) released proposed Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards
(CSDS) 1 “General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information” and CSDS 2 “Climate-related Disclosures” for
consultation, which align with the International Sustainability Standards Board’s (ISSB) inaugural standards IFRS S1 “General Requirements for
Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information” (IFRS S1) and IFRS S2 “Climate-related Disclosures” (IFRS S2). The proposals include certain
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Canadian-specific modifications to the effective dates and transition relief of IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, including the deferral of the initial application by
one year to our reporting period ending October 31, 2026, to the extent that the proposed CSDS become effective in Canada.
On March 20, 2024, OSFI published updates to Guideline B-15 on Climate Risk Management (Guideline B-15), to align its minimum mandatory
climate-related financial disclosure expectations with IFRS S2. OSFI is expected to continue to review Guideline B-15 as practices and standards
evolve. Guideline B-15 continues to be initially effective for us for our reporting period ending October 31, 2024 for certain disclosure elements, to
be included in our 2024 Climate Report which is expected to be issued in March 2025.
On March 20, 2024, OSFI also released the Climate Risk Returns to collect standardized climate-related data on emissions and exposures.
The purpose of the Climate Risk Returns is to collect standardized climate-related emissions and exposure data, directly from all institutions to
enable OSFI to carry out evidence-based policy development, regulation, and prudential supervision as it pertains to climate risk management.
On June 20, 2024, the Canadian federal government enacted Bill C-59, which contains anti-greenwashing amendments to the Competition Act
to regulate misleading environmental claims. In addition, Bill C-59 provides third parties with a private right of action, with leave from the Competition
Tribunal, as of June 20, 2025, for environmental claims that are alleged to have violated the misleading advertising provisions of the Act.
Additionally, the European Commission adopted the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) in 2023 for entities subject to the
Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). These requirements will apply to CIBC as early as 2026 for certain CIBC subsidiaries. Potential
divergence among the regulators in disclosure expectations, coupled with the pace at which the regulatory landscape changes, pose operational
risks to us. We continue to monitor these developments and evolve our approach to support future regulatory requirements.
Technology, information and cyber security risk
We are continuing to evolve our use of technology and business processes to improve the client experience and streamline operations. At the same
time, cyber threats and the associated financial, reputation and business interruption risks have also increased. We continue to actively manage
these risks through strategic risk reviews and enterprise-wide technology and information security programs, with the goal of maintaining overall
cyber-resilience that prevents, detects, and responds to threats such as data breaches, malware, unauthorized access, and denial-of-service
attacks, which can result in damage to CIBC systems and information, theft or disclosure of confidential information, unauthorized or fraudulent
activity, and service disruption at CIBC or its service providers, including those that offer cloud services.
Given the importance of electronic financial systems, including secure online and mobile banking provided by CIBC to its clients, CIBC
monitors the changing environment globally, including cyber threats, mitigation strategies and evolving regulatory requirements, in order to improve
our controls and processes to protect our systems and client information. In addition, we perform cyber security preparedness, testing, and
recovery exercises to validate our defences, benchmark against best practices and provide regular updates to the Board. We have well-defined
cyber incident response protocols and playbooks in the event that a security incident or breach occurs. We also have cyber insurance coverage to
help mitigate against certain potential losses associated with cyber incidents. Our insurance coverage is subject to various terms and provisions,
including limits on the types and amounts of coverage relating to losses arising from cyber incidents. We periodically assess our insurance
coverage based on our risk tolerance and limits. Despite our commitment to information and cyber security, and given the rapidly evolving threat
and regulatory landscape, coupled with a changing business environment, it is not possible for us to identify all cyber risks or implement measures
to prevent or eliminate all potential cyber incidents from occurring. However, we monitor our risk profile for changes and continue to refine
approaches to security protection and service resilience to minimize the impact of any technology or cyber incidents that may occur.
Disintermediation risk
The level of disintermediation risk from fintechs for Canadian financial institutions is generally considered low. Canada has a growing fintech sector,
with numerous startups and established tech companies offering digital financial services as alternatives to traditional banking services, such as
automated investing, peer-to-peer lending, and financial management tools. Canadian consumers have demonstrated increasing use of digital
services, evidenced by high rates of online banking usage. Canada’s robust regulatory framework somewhat limits the speed and extent of
disruption by fintechs. However, regulations are evolving, and the authorities’ increasing openness to fintech innovations and open-banking could
heighten disintermediation risks if we don’t continue to invest in our digital capabilities. Ease of use is the primary factor we considered when
evaluating disintermediation risk from fintechs. With fintechs primarily focused on digital engagement, the risk of clients choosing fintech solutions
remains low. The threat may increase as fintechs delve into providing financial advice and wealth management services which has not been
successfully demonstrated by any major fintech in Canada. CIBC’s proactivity in adopting new technologies and integrating digital financial
services somewhat mitigates this risk.
Data and Artificial Intelligence risk
Data is being used every day to further advance CIBC’s strategic objectives and create competitive advantages. To support this, we continue to
invest in our data management and governance capabilities to ensure we have a strong data foundation, mitigating the risk of impact to our
reporting needs, business decision-making and grow our analytics practices to use data as a transformative asset.
With rapid advances in technology, we continue to observe growth in applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive productivity and
competitive enhancements. Alongside the potential benefits of AI tools and technology comes risks; as AI systems make decisions based on data
and models, they can inherit or amplify bias or raise concerns about fairness or ethical use. In addition, transparency in AI models is required to
ensure the reasoning, accuracy or appropriateness of the output is clearly understood. CIBC has published an AI Framework and is implementing
AI governance and risk management practices. From a model risk perspective, OSFI released an updated draft of Guideline E-23 on Model Risk
Management which recognizes the surge in AI and Machine Learning (ML) analytics increasing the risk arising from the use of models. As such, the
definition of “model” in the updated draft Guideline E-23 expressly includes AI/ML methods. As we navigate the increased adoption of solutions
using AI, our approach will remain rooted in ensuring responsible use and ensuring operational risks are mitigated.
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Third-party risk
The Board and senior management recognize the establishment of third-party relationships as important to CIBC’s business model and therefore
leverage them to achieve CIBC’s business objectives. With the introduction of new technologies and increasing reliance on sub-contractors, the
third-party landscape continues to evolve. While such relationships may benefit us through reduced costs, increased innovation, improved
performance and increased business competitiveness, they can also introduce risks of failure or disruption to CIBC through breakdowns in people,
processes or technology or through external events that impact these third parties.
To mitigate third-party risks, prepare for future third-party risks and changing regulatory expectations, and to ensure existing processes and
internal controls are operating effectively, we rely on our strong risk culture and established the Third Party Risk Management program, which
includes policies, procedures, expertise and resources dedicated to third-party risk management. The program identifies and manages risks that
arise from third-party relationships from the point of planning through the life cycle of the business arrangement and supports the maintenance of
collaborative relationships that advance our strategic direction and operational needs within our risk appetite.
Anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing and sanctions
Money laundering, terrorist financing activities and other related crimes pose a threat to the stability and integrity of a country’s financial sector and its
broader economy. In recognition of this threat, the international community has made the fight against these illegal activities a priority. CIBC is
committed to adhering to all regulatory requirements pertaining to anti-money laundering (AML), anti-terrorist financing (ATF) and sanctions in the
jurisdictions where we operate, and continues to invest in controls to deter, detect and report money laundering, terrorist financing and sanctions evasion.
Risks of non-compliance can include enforcement actions, criminal prosecutions, legal actions, and reputational damage. CIBC takes a proactive
approach to compliance with amendments to AML/ATF and Sanctions legislation and regulation, in particular with respect to the numerous amendments
to Canada’s Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act throughout fiscal 2024. We have implemented procedures, processes,
and controls with respect to client due diligence, record keeping and reporting as well as mandatory annual AML/ATF and sanctions training for all
employees to ensure that relevant regulatory obligations are met in each jurisdiction where we operate. Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and the EU continue to
expand and adjust economic sanctions related to the war in Ukraine, and the conflict in the Middle East. In fiscal 2024, we have continued to monitor and
enhance the AML/ATF and Sanctions program as required to respond to the evolving environment and regulatory expectations.
U.S. banking regulation
Our U.S. operations are subject to supervision by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Federal Reserve), and are also subject to
a comprehensive federal and state regulatory framework. Our wholly owned subsidiary, CIBC Bancorp USA Inc. (CIBC Bancorp), is a financial
holding company subject to regulation and supervision by the Federal Reserve under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended. CIBC
Bank USA, our Illinois-chartered bank, is subject to regulation by the Federal Reserve, the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. CIBC’s New York branch is subject to regulation and supervision by the New York
Department of Financial Services and the Federal Reserve. Certain market activities of our U.S. operations are subject to regulation by the SEC and
the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, as well as other oversight bodies.
The scope of these regulations impact our business in a number of ways. For example, both CIBC Bancorp and CIBC Bank USA are required
to maintain minimum capital ratios in accordance with Basel III rules adopted by the U.S. bank regulatory agencies, which differ in some respects
from Canada’s Basel III rules. Under the U.S. bank regulatory framework, both CIBC and CIBC Bancorp are expected to provide a source of
strength to the subsidiary bank and may be required to commit additional capital and other resources to CIBC Bank USA in the event that its
financial condition were to deteriorate, whether due to overall challenging economic conditions in the U.S., or because of business-specific issues.
The Federal Reserve (in the case of CIBC Bancorp), and both the Federal Reserve and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional
Regulation (in the case of CIBC Bank USA) also have the ability to restrict dividends paid by CIBC Bancorp or CIBC Bank USA, which could limit our
ability to receive distributions on our capital investment in our U.S. banking operations.
As our combined U.S. operations grow, we will become subject to additional enhanced prudential standards under the Federal Reserve’s
regulations applicable to foreign banking organizations. Furthermore, the Federal Reserve may also restrict our U.S. operations, organic or inorganic
growth, if, among other things, they have supervisory concerns about risk management, AML or compliance programs and practices, governance
and controls, and/or capital and liquidity adequacy at CIBC Bancorp, CIBC Bank USA or our New York branch, as applicable. In some instances,
banking regulators may take supervisory actions that may not be publicly disclosed, which may restrict or limit our New York branch and our U.S.
subsidiaries from engaging in certain categories of new activities or acquiring shares or control of other companies. Any restrictions imposed by
banking regulators could negatively impact us by loss of revenue, limitations on the products or services we offer, and increased operational and
compliance costs.
The U.S. regulatory environment continues to evolve and future legislative and regulatory developments may impact CIBC.
Interbank Offered Rate transition
Interest rate benchmarks including the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) and other similar benchmark rates have been reformed and replaced
by alternative benchmark rates (alternative rates) that meet regulatory definitions. Sterling, Japanese yen, Swiss franc, Euro and some USD LIBOR
settings transitioned to alternative rates in 2022, and the remaining USD LIBOR settings transitioned in 2023. CDOR transitioned to CORRA in
June 2024. See the “Other regulatory developments” section and Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for further details.
Tax reform
Bill C-69, which included certain tax measures from the 2024 federal budget and the 2023 fall economic statement, as well as other tax measures,
including the Global Minimum Tax Act (GMTA), was enacted on June 20, 2024. The GMTA implements the Organisation for Economic Co-operation
and Development’s (OECD) Pillar Two 15% global minimum tax regime in Canada. Additional proposals in respect of the GMTA were released on
August 12, 2024. The Pillar Two rules are in different stages of adoption globally by more than 135 OECD member countries. Canada and certain
other countries have enacted Pillar Two legislation that will apply to CIBC beginning in fiscal year 2025. A number of other countries in which CIBC
operates are in different stages of adopting the Pillar Two regime. At this time, we do not expect Pillar Two to have a material impact on the
consolidated effective tax rate. See the “Financial results review – Taxes” section for further details.
The tax environment continues to evolve with the potential for more near-term tax legislative changes that could impact CIBC given the
incoming U.S. administration and the upcoming Canadian federal election in 2025.
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Corporate transactions
CIBC seeks out acquisition and divestiture opportunities that align with its strategy, risk appetite and financial goals. The ability to successfully execute on
our strategy to integrate acquisitions, and the ability to anticipate and manage risks associated with such corporate transactions are subject to various
factors such as receiving regulatory and shareholder approval on a timely basis and on favourable terms, retaining clients and key personnel, realizing
synergies and efficiencies, controlling integration and acquisition costs, and changes in general business and economic conditions, among others.
Although many of the factors are beyond our control, their impact is partially mitigated by conducting due diligence before completing the
transaction and developing and executing appropriate plans. However, given the inherent uncertainty involved in such corporate transactions, we
cannot anticipate all potential events, facts and circumstances that may arise and there could be an adverse impact on our operations and financial
performance as a result of such corporate transactions.
Regulatory developments
See the “Taxes”, “Capital management”, “Credit risk”, “Liquidity risk” and “Accounting and control matters” sections for additional information on
regulatory developments.
Accounting developments
See the “Accounting and control matters” section and Note 30 to the consolidated financial statements for additional information on accounting
developments.
Risks arising from business activities
The chart below shows our business activities and related risk measures based upon regulatory RWA and average allocated common equity as at
October 31, 2024:
CIBC
We are exposed to credit, market, liquidity, operational, and other risks, which primarily include strategic, insurance, technology, third party, fraud, data,
AML/ATF, conduct, information and cyber security, reputation and legal, regulatory compliance, and environmental and social risks.
Business
activities
Balance
sheet (1)
Average
allocated
common
equity (5)
SBUs
Risk profile
RWA
Canadian Personal
and Business Banking
($ millions)
($ millions)
(%)
Average assets
Average deposits
Credit risk
Market risk
Operational risk
• Deposits
• Residential mortgages
• Personal loans
• Business lending
• Insurance
• Credit cards
Proportion of total
CIBC
Comprising:
Credit risk
Market risk
Operational risk
Other (6)
–
324,458
226,097
22
77
–
5
18
(%)
Proportion of total
CIBC
Comprising:
Credit risk
Market risk
Operational risk
Other (6)
(%)
Proportion of total
CIBC
Comprising:
Credit risk
Market risk
Operational risk
Other (6)
(%)
Proportion of total
CIBC
Comprising:
Credit risk
Market risk
Operational risk
Other (6)
(%)
Proportion of total
CIBC
Comprising:
Credit risk
Market risk
Operational risk
Other (6)
• Investment banking
• Direct financial services
• Corporate banking
• Global markets
Capital Markets and
Direct Financial Services
($ millions)
($ millions)
Average assets
Average deposits
Credit risk (3)
Market risk
Operational risk
325,711
120,118
Corporate and Other
• International banking
• Investment portfolios
• Joint ventures
• Functional and support
groups (see page 33)
($ millions)
($ millions)
Average assets
Average deposits
Credit risk (4)
Market risk
Operational risk
199,670
245,034
• Personal and small business
banking
U.S. Commercial Banking
and Wealth Management
($ millions)
($ millions)
Average assets
Average deposits
Credit risk (2)
Market risk
Operational risk
60,820
50,629
• Commercial banking
• Asset management
• Private wealth management
Canadian Commercial
Banking and Wealth
Management
($ millions)
($ millions)
Average assets
Average deposits
Credit risk
Market risk
Operational risk
–
94,474
99,217
• Commercial banking
• Full-service brokerage
• Asset management
• Private wealth management
76,105
17,834
63,390
7,384
53,357
1
2,700
62,159
11,787
7,095
19,492
400
11,798
18
80
–
11
9
20
58
–
39
3
18
74
14
4
8
22
61
2
18
19
(1) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(2) Includes CCR of $13 million, which comprises derivatives and repo-style transactions.
(3) Includes CCR of $13,082 million, which comprises derivatives and repo-style transactions.
(4) Includes CCR of $453 million, which comprises derivatives and repo-style transactions.
(5) Average allocated common equity is a non-GAAP measure. For additional information on the composition of this non-GAAP measure, see the “Non-GAAP measures”
section.
(6) Represents average allocated common equity relating to capital deductions, such as goodwill and intangible assets, in accordance with the rules in OSFI’s CAR Guideline.
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Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss due to a borrower or counterparty failing to meet its obligations in accordance with contractual terms.
Credit risk arises out of the lending businesses in each of our SBUs and in International banking, which is included in Corporate and Other.
Other sources of credit risk consist of our trading activities, which include our over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives, debt securities, and our repo-
style transaction activity. In addition to losses on the default of a borrower or counterparty, unrealized gains or losses may occur due to changes
in the credit spread of the counterparty, which could impact the carrying or fair value of our assets.
Governance and management
Credit risk is managed through the three lines of defence model. The first line of defence consists of the frontline businesses and governance
groups that assess and manage the risks associated with their activities. They own the risks and the controls that mitigate the risks.
The second line of defence is Risk Management, which provides an independent risk perspective, strategic direction and leadership to ensure
alignment of practices with CIBC’s risk appetite. This includes being responsible for certain credit decisions and oversight of credit risks associated
with CIBC’s personal, small business, commercial, corporate and wealth management activities.
Internal audit is the third line of defence, providing reasonable assurance to senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board on the
effectiveness of CIBC’s governance practices, risk management processes, and internal control as part of its risk-based audit plan and in
accordance with its mandate as described in the Internal Audit Charter.
Senior management reports to the GRC and RMC at least quarterly on material credit risk matters, including compliance with limits, portfolio
trends, and credit loss provisioning levels. Senior management also reports to the RMC on material credit transactions and impaired loans. Provision
for (reversal of) credit losses is reviewed by the RMC and the Audit Committee quarterly.
Specific to the management of credit risk, Risk Management is mandated to provide enterprise-wide oversight of the management of credit
risk in CIBC’s credit portfolios, including the measurement, monitoring and control of credit risk and the management of credit risk models. Key
groups in Risk Management with credit risk responsibility include:
Capital Markets Risk Management: This group is responsible for independent oversight of the measurement, monitoring and control of traded and
non-traded market risk, liquidity risk and trading credit risk (including credit valuation adjustment risk), including adjudication of trading credit
facilities for banks, non-bank financial entities, prime brokerage clients and central clearing counterparties. In addition, Capital Markets Risk
Management is responsible for the risk management of sovereign and country risk, securitizations and the oversight of the Global Collateral Finance
framework covering repos and securities lending.
Global Credit Risk Management: This group is responsible for the adjudication and oversight of credit risks associated with our commercial,
corporate, small business and wealth management credit portfolios, management of the risks in our investment portfolios, as well as management of
special loan portfolios.
Global Operational and Enterprise Risk Management: This group includes the following teams:
•
Model Validation is responsible for the oversight of model validation practices. Model validation constitutes the independent set of processes,
activities and ongoing documentary evidence that models and parameters are sound and CIBC can rely on their output.
•
Model Quantification is responsible for the design, development and continuous improvement to risk rating methodologies and credit models
that support credit adjudication and ECL, across corporate commercial, personal and business lending segments.
•
Enterprise Risk Management is responsible for enterprise-wide reporting and analysis, including enterprise-wide stress testing, ECL, risk data
systems and economic capital.
•
Risk Regulatory Initiatives is responsible for oversight, governance and delivery of regulatory and strategic initiatives and large enterprise-wide
regulatory initiatives.
•
Environmental Risk Management is responsible for developing the environmental strategy, setting environmental performance standards and
targets, and reporting on performance for material indicators.
Risk Analytics and Credit Decisioning: This group manages credit risk in personal products offered through the various distribution channels
(e.g., residential mortgages, credit cards, personal loans/lines of credit and indirect auto lending) and performs analytics to optimize retail credit
performance, along with collections and AML outcomes.
U.S. Risk Management: This group carries out the mandate of CIBC Risk Management at a regional level and provides independent oversight of
the identification, management, measurement, monitoring and control of credit risks in the U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management SBU.
Adjudication and oversight above delegated levels is provided by the CRO, GRC and RMC.
Policies
To control credit risk, prudent credit risk management principles are used as a base to establish policies, standards and guidelines that govern
credit activities as outlined by the credit risk management policy.
The credit risk management policy supplements CIBC’s risk management framework and risk appetite framework, and together with
CIBC’s portfolio concentration limits for credit exposures, CIBC’s common risk/concentration risk limits for credit exposures, and other
supporting credit risk policies, standards and procedures, assists CIBC in achieving its desired risk profile by providing an effective foundation
for the management of credit risk.
Credit risk limits
The RMC approves Board limits, and exposures above Board limits require reporting to, or approval of, the RMC. Management limits are
approved by the CRO. Usage is monitored to ensure risks are within allocated management and Board limits. Exposures above management
limits require the approval of the CRO. Business lines may also impose lower limits to reflect the nature of their exposures and target markets.
This tiering of limits provides for an appropriate hierarchy of decision making and reporting between management and the RMC. Credit approval
authority flows from the Board and is further cascaded to officers in writing. The Board’s Investment and Lending Authority Resolution sets
thresholds above which credit exposures require reporting to, or approval of, the RMC, ensuring an increasing level of oversight for credit
exposures of higher risk. CIBC maintains country limits to control exposures within countries outside of Canada and the U.S.
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Credit concentration limits
At a bank-wide level, credit exposures are managed to promote alignment to our risk appetite statement, to maintain the target business mix and
to ensure that there is no undue concentration of risk. We set limits to control borrower concentrations by risk-rating band for large exposures
(i.e., risk-rated credits). Direct loan sales, credit derivative hedges, or structured transactions may also be used to reduce concentrations. We
also have a set of portfolio concentration limits in place to control exposures by country, industry, product and activity. Further, our policies
require limits to be established as appropriate for new initiatives and implementation of strategies involving material levels of credit risk.
Concentration limits represent the maximum exposure levels we wish to hold on our books. In the normal course, it is expected that exposures
will be held at levels below the maximums. The credit concentration limits are reviewed and approved by the RMC at least annually.
Credit concentration limits are also applied to our retail lending portfolios to mitigate concentration risk. We not only have concentration
limits applied to individual borrowers and geographic regions, but also to different types of credit facilities, such as unsecured credits. In
addition, we limit the maximum insured mortgage exposure to private insurers in order to reduce counterparty risk.
Credit risk mitigation
We may mitigate credit risk by obtaining a pledge of collateral, which improves recoveries in the event of a default. Our credit risk management
policies include verification of the collateral and its value and ensuring that we have legal certainty with respect to the assets pledged.
Valuations are updated periodically depending on the nature of the collateral, legal environment, and the creditworthiness of the counterparty.
The main types of collateral include: (i) cash or marketable securities for securities lending and repurchase transactions; (ii) cash or marketable
securities taken as collateral in support of our OTC derivatives activity; (iii) charges over operating assets such as inventory, receivables and
real estate properties for lending to small business and commercial borrowers; and (iv) mortgages over residential properties for retail lending.
In certain circumstances we may use third-party guarantees to mitigate risk. We also obtain insurance to reduce the risk in our real estate
secured lending portfolios, the most material of which relates to the portion of our residential mortgage portfolio that is insured by CMHC, an
agency of the Government of Canada.
We mitigate the trading credit risk of OTC derivatives, securities lending and repurchase transactions with counterparties by employing the
International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) Master Agreement, as well as Credit Support Annexes (CSAs) or similar master and
collateral agreements. See Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details on the risks related to the use of derivatives
and how we manage these risks.
ISDA Master Agreements and similar master and collateral agreements, such as the Global Master Repurchase Agreement and Global
Master Securities Lending Agreement, facilitate cross transaction payments, prescribe close-out netting processes, and define the
counterparties’ contractual trading relationship. In addition, the agreements formalize non-transaction-specific terms. Master agreements serve
to mitigate our credit risk by outlining default and termination events, which enable parties to close out of all outstanding transactions in the case
of a negative credit event on either party’s side. The mechanism for calculating termination costs in the event of a close-out are outlined in the
master agreement; this allows for the efficient calculation of a single net obligation of one party to another.
CSAs and other collateral agreements are often included in ISDA Master Agreements or similar master agreements governing securities
lending and repurchase transactions. They mitigate CCR by providing for the exchange of collateral between parties when a party’s exposure to
the other exceeds agreed upon thresholds, subject to a minimum transfer amount. CSAs and other collateral agreements that operate with
master agreements also designate acceptable collateral types, and set out rules for re-hypothecation and interest calculation on collateral.
Collateral types permitted under CSAs and other master agreements are set through our trading credit risk management documentation
procedures. These procedures include requirements around collateral type concentrations.
Consistent with global initiatives to improve resilience in the financial system, we clear derivatives through CCPs where feasible. Credit
derivatives may be used to reduce industry sector concentrations and single-name exposure.
Forbearance techniques
We employ forbearance techniques to manage client relationships and to minimize credit losses due to default, foreclosure or repossession. In
certain circumstances, it may be necessary to modify a loan for reasons related to a borrower’s financial difficulties, reducing the potential of default.
Total debt restructurings are subject to our normal quarterly impairment review which considers, amongst other factors, covenants and/or payment
delinquencies. Loan loss provisions are adjusted as appropriate.
In retail lending, forbearance techniques include interest capitalization, amortization amendments and debt consolidations. We have a set of
eligibility criteria that allow our Client Account Management team to determine suitable remediation strategies and propose products based on each
borrower’s situation.
The solutions available to corporate and commercial clients vary based on the individual nature of the client’s situation and are undertaken
selectively where it has been determined that the client has or is likely to have repayment difficulties servicing its obligations. Covenants often reveal
changes in the client’s financial situation before there is a change in payment behaviour and typically allow for a right to reprice or accelerate
payments. Solutions may be temporary in nature or may involve other special management options.
Process and control
The credit approval process is managed by Risk Management and Retail Operations, with all significant credit requests submitted subject to
adjudication independent of the originating businesses. Approval authorities are a function of the risk and amount of credit requested. In certain
cases, credit requests must be escalated to senior management, the CRO, or to the RMC for approval.
After initial approval, individual credit exposures continue to be monitored. A formal risk assessment is completed at least annually for all
risk-rated accounts, including review of assigned ratings. Higher risk-rated accounts are subject to closer monitoring and are reviewed at least
quarterly. Collections and specialized loan workout groups handle the day-to-day management of high-risk loans to maximize recoveries.
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Risk measurement
Exposures subject to IRB approaches
Under the IRB approaches, we are required to categorize exposures to credit risk into broad classes of assets with different underlying risk
characteristics. This asset categorization may differ from the presentation in our consolidated financial statements. Under the IRB approaches,
credit risk is measured using the following three key risk parameters(1):
•
PD – the probability that the obligor will default within the next 12 months.
•
EAD – the estimate of the amount that will be drawn at the time of default.
•
LGD – the expected severity of loss as the result of the default, expressed as a percentage of the EAD.
Exposures under the IRB approaches can be further differentiated into two categories, AIRB and FIRB. For portfolios subject to the AIRB
approach, PD, LGD and EAD are internal estimates. Certain portfolios are prescribed to use the FIRB approach, where LGD and EAD are
regulatory defined parameters. Our credit risk exposures are divided into business and government and retail portfolios. Regulatory models
used to measure credit risk exposure under the IRB approach are subject to CIBC’s model risk management process.
(1) These parameters differ from those used in the calculation of ECL under IFRS 9. See the “Accounting and control matters” section for further details.
Business and government portfolios (excluding scored small business) – risk-rating method
The portfolios comprise exposures to corporate, sovereign, and bank obligors. Our adjudication process and criteria includes assigning an obligor
rating that reflects our estimate of the financial strength of the borrower, and a facility rating or LGD rating that reflects the collateral amount and
quality applicable to secured exposures, the seniority position of the claim, and the capital structure of the borrower for unsecured exposures.
The obligor rating takes into consideration our financial assessment of the obligor, the industry, and the economic environment of the region
in which the obligor operates. Where a guarantee from a third-party exists, both the obligor and the guarantor will be assessed. While our obligor
rating is determined independently of external ratings for the obligor, our risk-rating methodology includes a review of those external ratings.
CIBC employs a 20-point master internal obligor default rating scale that broadly maps to external agencies’ ratings as presented in the
table below.
CIBC
S&P
Moody’s
Grade
rating
equivalent
equivalent
Investment grade
00–47
AAA to BBB-
Aaa to Baa3
Non-investment grade
51–67
BB+ to B-
Ba1 to B3
Watch list
70–80
CCC+ to C
Caa1 to Ca
Default
90
D
C
We use quantitative modelling techniques to assist in the development of internal risk-rating systems. The risk-rating systems have been
developed through analysis of internal and external credit risk data, supplemented with expert judgment. The risk ratings are used for portfolio
management, risk limit setting, product pricing, and in the determination of regulatory and economic capital.
Our credit process is designed to ensure that we approve applications and extend credit only where we believe that our client has the
ability to repay according to the agreed terms and conditions.
Our credit framework of policies and limits defines our appetite for exposure to any single name or group of related borrowers, which is a
function of the internal risk rating. We generally extend new credit only to borrowers in the investment and non-investment grade categories
noted above. Our credit policies are also defined to manage our exposure to concentration in borrowers in any particular industry or region.
In accordance with our process, each obligor is assigned an obligor default rating and the assigned rating is mapped to a PD estimate that
represents a long-run average one-year default likelihood. For corporate obligors, PD estimates are calculated using joint maximum likelihood
techniques based on our internal default rate history by rating category and longer dated external default rates as a proxy for the credit cycle to
arrive at long-run average PD estimates. Estimates drawn from third-party statistical default prediction models are used to supplement the
internal default data for some rating bands where internal data is sparse. For small and medium corporate enterprises, PD estimates are
developed using only internal default history. For bank and sovereign obligors, PD estimates are derived from an analysis based on external
default data sets and supplemented with internal data where possible. We examine several different estimation methodologies and compare
results across the different techniques. In addition, we apply the same techniques and estimation methodologies to analogous corporate default
data and compare the results for banks and sovereigns to the corporate estimates for each technique. A regulatory floor is applied to PD
estimates for corporate and bank obligors.
Each facility is assigned an LGD rating and each assigned rating is mapped to an LGD estimate that considers economic downturn
conditions. For corporate obligors subject to the AIRB approach, LGD estimates are primarily derived from internal historical recovery data. Time
to resolution is typically one to two years for most corporate obligors, and one to four years in the real estate sector. LGD values are based on
discounted post-default cash flows for resolved accounts and include material direct and indirect costs associated with collections. External
data is used in some cases to supplement our analysis. Economic downturn periods are identified for each portfolio by examining the history of
actual losses, default rates and LGD. For sovereign exposures, LGD estimates are primarily driven by expert judgment supplemented with
external data and benchmarks where available. Appropriate adjustments are made to LGD estimates to account for various uncertainties
associated with estimation techniques and data limitations, including adjustments for unresolved accounts. For obligors subjected to the FIRB
approach, LGD is a regulatory prescribed calculation.
EAD is estimated based on the current exposure to the obligor together with possible future changes in that exposure. For obligors subject
to the AIRB approach, internal EAD estimates are driven by factors such as the available undrawn credit commitment amount and the obligor
default rating. EAD estimates are primarily based on internal historical loss data supplemented with comparable external data. Economic
downturn periods are identified for each portfolio by examining the historical default rates and actual EAD factors. For obligors subjected to the
FIRB approach, EAD is a regulatory prescribed calculation.
Appropriate adjustments are made to internal PD, LGD and EAD estimates to account for various uncertainties associated with estimation
techniques and data limitations, including adjustments for unresolved accounts (for LGD).
Regulatory capital slotting approach is used for part of our uninsured Canadian commercial mortgage portfolio, which comprises
non-residential mortgages and multi-family residential mortgages. These exposures are individually rated on our rating scale using a risk-rating
methodology that considers the property’s key attributes, which include its loan-to-value (LTV) and debt service ratios, the quality of the
property, and the financial strength of the owner/sponsor. All exposures are secured by a lien over the property. In addition, we have insured
multi-family residential mortgages, which are not treated under the slotting approach, but are instead treated as sovereign exposures.
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Retail portfolios
Retail portfolios are characterized by a large number of relatively small exposures. They comprise: real estate secured personal lending
(residential mortgages and personal loans and lines secured by residential property); qualifying revolving retail exposures (credit cards,
overdrafts and unsecured lines of credit); and other retail exposures (loans secured by non-residential assets, unsecured loans, and scored
small business loans).
We use scoring models in the adjudication of new retail credit exposures, which are based on statistical methods of analyzing the unique
characteristics of the borrower, to estimate future behaviour. In developing our models, we use internal historical information from previous
borrowers, as well as information from external sources, such as credit bureaus. The use of credit scoring models allows for consistent assessment
across borrowers. There are specific guidelines in place for each product, and our adjudication decision will take into account the characteristics of
the borrower, any guarantors, and the quality and sufficiency of the collateral pledged (if any). The lending process will include documentation of,
where appropriate, satisfactory identification, proof of income, independent appraisal of the collateral and registration of security.
Retail portfolios are managed as pools of homogeneous risk exposures, using external credit bureau scores and/or other behavioural
assessments to group exposures according to similar credit risk profiles. These pools are established through statistical techniques.
Characteristics used to group individual exposures vary by asset category; as a result, the number of pools, their size, and the statistical
techniques applied to their management differ accordingly.
The following table maps the PD bands to various risk levels:
Risk level
PD bands
Exceptionally low
0.01%–0.20%
Very low
0.21%–0.50%
Low
0.51%–2.00%
Medium
2.01%–10.00%
High
10.01%–99.99%
Default
100%
For the purposes of the AIRB approach for retail portfolios, additional PD, LGD and EAD segmentation into homogeneous risk exposures is
established through statistical techniques. The principal statistical estimation technique is decision trees benchmarked against alternative
techniques such as regression and random forests.
Within real estate secured lending, we have two key parameter estimation models: mortgages and real estate secured personal lines of
credit. Within qualifying revolving retail, we have three key parameter estimation models: credit cards, overdraft, and unsecured personal lines.
A small percentage of credit cards, overdraft, and unsecured line accounts that do not satisfy the requirements for qualifying revolving retail are
grouped into other retail parameter models. Within other retail, we have three key parameter models: margin lending, personal loans, and scored
small business loans. Each parameter model pools accounts according to characteristics such as: delinquency, current credit bureau score,
internal behaviour score, estimated current LTV ratio, account type, account age, utilization, transactor/revolver, outstanding balance, or
authorized limit.
PD is estimated as the average default rate over an extended period based on internal historical data, generally for a 5-to-10-year period,
which is adjusted using internal historical data on default rates over a longer period or comparable external data that includes a period of stress.
A regulatory floor is applied to our PD estimate for all retail exposures with the exception of insured mortgages and government-guaranteed
loans. A higher regulatory floor is applied to qualifying revolving transactors.
LGD is estimated based on observed recovery rates over an extended period using internal historical data. In determining our LGD
estimate, we exclude any accounts that have not had enough time since default for the substantial majority of expected recovery to occur. This
recovery period is product-specific and is typically in the range of 1 to 3 years. Accounts that cure from default and return to good standing are
considered to have zero loss. We simulate the loss rate in a significant downturn based on the relationship(s) between LGD and one or more of
the following: PD; housing prices, cure rate, and recovery time; or observed LGD in periods with above-average loss rates. We apply
appropriate adjustments to address various types of estimation uncertainty including sampling error and trending. A regulatory floor is applied to
all real estate secured exposures with the exception of insured mortgages. Higher regulatory floors are applied to unsecured accounts.
EAD for revolving products is estimated as a percentage of the authorized credit limit based on the observed EAD rates over an extended
period using historical data. We simulate the EAD rate in a significant downturn based on the relationship(s) between the EAD rate and PD and/
or the observed EAD rate in periods with above-average EAD rates. For term loan products, EAD is set equal to the outstanding balance. A
regulatory floor is applied to the percentage of the undrawn exposure that is included in EAD.
We apply appropriate adjustments to PD, LGD and EAD to address various types of estimation uncertainty including sampling error and
trending.
Back-testing
We monitor the three key risk parameters – PD, EAD and LGD – on a quarterly basis for our business and government portfolios and on a
monthly basis for our retail portfolios. Every quarter, the back-testing results are reported to OSFI and are presented to the business and Risk
Management senior management for review and challenge. For each parameter, we identify any portfolios whose realized values are
significantly above or significantly below expectations and then test to see if this deviation is explainable by changes in the economy. If the
results indicate that a parameter model may be losing its predictive power, we prioritize that model for review and update.
Stress testing
As part of our regular credit portfolio management process, we conduct stress testing and scenario analyses on our portfolio to quantitatively
assess the impact of various historical, as well as hypothetical, stressed conditions, versus limits determined in accordance with our risk
appetite. Scenarios are selected to test our exposures to specific industries (e.g., oil and gas and real estate), products (e.g., mortgages and
cards), or geographic regions (e.g., Europe and the Caribbean). Results from stress testing are a key input into management decision making,
including the determination of limits and strategies for managing our credit exposure. See the “Real estate secured personal lending” section for
further discussion on our residential mortgage portfolio stress testing.
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Exposure to credit risk
The portfolios are categorized based upon how we manage the business and the associated risks. Gross credit exposure amounts presented in
the table below represent our estimate of EAD, which is net of derivative master netting agreements and CVA but is before allowance for credit
losses or credit risk mitigation for IRB approaches. Gross credit exposure amounts relating to our business and government portfolios are
reduced for collateral held for repo-style transactions, which reflects the EAD value of such collateral. Non-trading equity exposures are not
included in the table below as they have been deemed immaterial under the OSFI guidelines, and hence are subject to 100% risk-weighting.
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
IRB
approach (1)
Standardized
approach
Total
IRB
approach
Standardized
approach
Total
Business and government portfolios
Corporate
Drawn
$
186,995
$
6,717 $
193,712 $
139,744
$
48,032 $
187,776
Undrawn commitments
54,122
1,005
55,127
49,460
9,388
58,848
Repo-style transactions
308,047
1
308,048
262,175
–
262,175
Other off-balance sheet
13,307
331
13,638
12,527
752
13,279
OTC derivatives
10,970
126
11,096
8,921
128
9,049
573,441
8,180
581,621
472,827
58,300
531,127
Sovereign
Drawn
187,765
7,802
195,567
166,226
31,376
197,602
Undrawn commitments
8,101
178
8,279
8,956
270
9,226
Repo-style transactions
54,661
–
54,661
31,203
–
31,203
Other off-balance sheet
1,595
156
1,751
1,538
181
1,719
OTC derivatives
2,545
–
2,545
2,444
–
2,444
254,667
8,136
262,803
210,367
31,827
242,194
Banks
Drawn
12,076
1,298
13,374
12,396
851
13,247
Undrawn commitments
555
–
555
407
3
410
Repo-style transactions
45,493
–
45,493
46,889
–
46,889
Other off-balance sheet
2,176
–
2,176
1,417
4
1,421
OTC derivatives
5,291
–
5,291
6,323
12
6,335
65,591
1,298
66,889
67,432
870
68,302
Gross business and government portfolios
893,699
17,614
911,313
750,626
90,997
841,623
Less: collateral held for repo-style transactions
388,767
–
388,767
325,118
–
325,118
Net business and government portfolios
504,932
17,614
522,546
425,508
90,997
516,505
Retail portfolios
Real estate secured personal lending
Drawn
290,545
3,028
293,573
285,019
5,742
290,761
Undrawn commitments
36,393
2
36,395
39,210
23
39,233
326,938
3,030
329,968
324,229
5,765
329,994
Qualifying revolving retail
Drawn
22,894
3,119
26,013
18,277
4,238
22,515
Undrawn commitments
63,866
3,979
67,845
61,231
3,740
64,971
Other off-balance sheet
411
114
525
385
116
501
87,171
7,212
94,383
79,893
8,094
87,987
Other retail
Drawn
15,199
829
16,028
14,423
1,032
15,455
Undrawn commitments
3,430
1
3,431
2,170
63
2,233
Other off-balance sheet
6
–
6
4
–
4
18,635
830
19,465
16,597
1,095
17,692
Small and medium enterprises (SME) retail
Drawn
3,183
–
3,183
3,066
–
3,066
Undrawn commitments
1,217
–
1,217
1,235
–
1,235
Other off-balance sheet
27
–
27
24
–
24
4,427
–
4,427
4,325
–
4,325
Total retail portfolios
437,171
11,072
448,243
425,044
14,954
439,998
Securitization exposures (2)
30,901
21,251
52,152
24,171
13,870
38,041
Gross credit exposure (3)
1,361,771
49,937
1,411,708
1,199,841
119,821
1,319,662
Less: collateral held for repo-style transactions
388,767
–
388,767
325,118
–
325,118
Net credit exposure (3)
$
973,004
$
49,937 $
1,022,941 $
874,723
$
119,821 $
994,544
(1) Beginning the first quarter of 2024, the IRB approach was applied to the majority of our credit portfolios within CIBC Bank USA, which previously followed the
standardized approach.
(2) OSFI guidelines define a hierarchy of approaches for treating securitization exposures in our banking book. Depending on the underlying characteristics, exposures
are eligible for either the SA or the IRB approach. The SEC-ERBA, which is inclusive of SEC-IAA, includes exposures that qualify for the IRB approach, as well as
exposures under the SA.
(3) Excludes exposures arising from derivative and repo-style transactions which are cleared through qualified central counterparties (QCCPs) as well as credit risk
exposures arising from other assets that are subject to the credit risk framework, including other balance sheet assets which are risk-weighted at 100%, significant
investments in the capital of non-financial institutions which are risk-weighted at 1250%, settlement risk, and amounts below the thresholds for deduction which are
risk-weighted at 250%. Non-trading equity exposures are also excluded and are subject to a range of risk-weightings dependent on the nature of the security starting
in the second quarter of 2023. Risk-weighting for non-trading equity securities was at 100% prior to the second quarter of 2023.
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Exposures subject to the standardized approach(1)
Exposures within CIBC Caribbean, Risk Rated Individuals, Sovereign Wealth funds, Acquired Canadian Costco credit card portfolios, and other
small portfolios are subject to the standardized approach. The standardized approach utilizes a set of risk weightings defined by the regulators,
as opposed to the more data intensive IRB approach. A detailed breakdown of our net credit risk exposures under the standardized approach
by risk-weight category is provided below.
$ millions, as at October 31
Risk-weight category
2024
2023
0%
1–20%
21–50%
51–75%
76–100%
101–150%
>150%
Total
Total
Corporate
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
11
$
7,857
$
311
$
–
$
8,179
$
58,300
Sovereign
6,053
821
333
–
862
68
–
8,137
31,827
Banks
–
1,225
21
–
12
40
–
1,298
870
Real estate secured personal lending
–
740
1,903
295
87
5
–
3,030
5,765
Other retail
–
4,203
–
3,696
16
127
–
8,042
9,189
$
6,053
$
6,989
$
2,257
$
4,002
$
8,834
$
551
$
–
$
28,686
$
105,951
(1) Beginning the first quarter of 2024, the IRB approach was applied to the majority of our credit portfolios within CIBC Bank USA, which previously followed the
standardized approach.
We use credit ratings from S&P and Moody’s to calculate credit risk RWA for certain exposures under the standardized approach, including
securities issued by sovereigns and their central banks (sovereigns), banks and corporates, and deposits with sovereigns and banks. This includes
S&P and Moody’s issuer-specific credit ratings for securities issued by sovereigns and corporates, the S&P country credit rating for the country of
incorporation for securities issued by banks, and deposits with banks, and the S&P country credit rating for deposits with central banks. The RWA
calculated using credit ratings from these agencies represents 1.61% of credit risk RWA under the standardized approach.
Trading credit exposures
We have trading credit exposure (also called counterparty credit exposure) that arises from our OTC derivatives and our repo-style transactions.
The nature of our derivatives exposure and how it is mitigated is further explained in Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements. Our repo-
style transactions consist of our securities bought or sold under repurchase agreements, and our securities borrowing and lending activity.
The PD of our counterparties is estimated using models consistent with the models used for our direct lending activity, or as prescribed.
Due to the fluctuations in the market values of interest rates, exchange rates, and equity and commodity prices, counterparty credit exposure
cannot be quantified with certainty at the inception of the trade. Counterparty credit exposure is estimated using the current fair value of the
exposure, plus an estimate of the maximum potential future exposure due to changes in the fair value. Credit risk associated with these
counterparties is managed within the same process as our lending business, and for the purposes of credit adjudication, the exposure is
aggregated with any exposure arising from our lending business. The majority of our counterparty credit exposure benefits from the credit risk
mitigation techniques discussed above, including daily re-margining, and posting of collateral.
We are also exposed to wrong-way risk. Specific wrong-way risk arises when CIBC receives financial collateral issued (or an underlying
reference obligation of a transaction is issued) by the counterparty itself, or by a related entity that would be considered to be part of the same
common risk group. General wrong-way risk arises when the exposure and/or collateral pledged to CIBC is highly correlated to that of the
counterparty. Exposure to wrong-way risk with derivative counterparties is monitored by Capital Markets Risk Management. Where we may be
exposed to wrong-way risk, our adjudication procedures subject those transactions to a more rigorous approval process. The exposure may be
hedged with other derivatives to further mitigate the risk that can arise from these transactions.
Our trading credit exposure also includes CVA risk. We establish a CVA for expected future credit losses from each of our derivative
counterparties. The expected future credit loss is a function of our estimates of the PD, the estimated loss in the event of default, and other
factors such as risk mitigants. CVA exposure is identified and measured in trading systems and monitored and controlled in our risk systems,
including setting limits on risk measures and sensitivities. The Trading Credit Risk Measurement Standards governs the eligibility of credit default
swaps for the purposes of hedging both CVA and counterparty credit risk. CVA risk can also be hedged using derivatives of the underlying
credit exposures risk factor (e.g. foreign exchange options), and all CVA hedges are monitored for effectiveness on a regular basis, utilizing
scenario and profit and loss analysis.
Senior management in CMRM reviews CVA exposures including the capital consumed from the underlying CVA exposures and its hedges
on a regular basis. Senior management also approves CVA capital as part of the overall control framework in place, along with the approval of
limits on the CVA sensitivities. CVA risk is evaluated independently from the trading desks utilizing market data and parameters that are
reviewed and controlled by Risk Management.
Concentration of exposures
Concentration of credit risk exists when a number of obligors are engaged in similar activities, or operate in the same geographic areas or
industry sectors, and have similar economic characteristics so that their ability to meet contractual obligations is similarly affected by changes in
economic, political, or other conditions.
Geographic distribution(1)(2)
The following table provides a geographic distribution of our business and government exposures under the IRB approach, net of collateral held
for repo-style transactions.
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024
Canada
U.S. (3)
Europe
Other
Total
Drawn
$
176,142
$
180,010
$
17,166
$
13,518
$
386,836
Undrawn commitments
36,250
20,678
3,860
1,990
62,778
Repo-style transactions
4,933
6,670
2,695
5,136
19,434
Other off-balance sheet
8,676
6,033
1,470
899
17,078
OTC derivatives
11,345
3,017
2,348
2,096
18,806
$
237,346
$
216,408
$
27,539
$
23,639
$
504,932
October 31, 2023
$
251,282
$
128,255
$
24,930
$
21,041
$
425,508
(1) Excludes securitization exposures, and exposures under the SA. Substantially all of our retail exposures under the AIRB approach are based in Canada.
(2) Classification by country is primarily based on domicile of debtor or customer.
(3) Beginning the first quarter of 2024, the IRB approach was applied to the majority of our credit portfolios within CIBC Bank USA, which previously followed the
standardized approach.
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Business and government exposure by industry groups(1)
The following table provides an industry-wide breakdown of our business and government exposures under the IRB approach, net of collateral
held for repo-style transactions.
Undrawn
Repo-style
Other off-
OTC
2024
2023
$ millions, as at October 31
Drawn
commitments
transactions
balance sheet
derivatives
Total
Total
Commercial mortgages
$
7,814
$
18
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
7,832
$
7,825
Financial institutions
95,435
12,244
18,516
5,437
10,980
142,612
110,274
Retail and wholesale
12,708
4,377
–
480
279
17,844
13,871
Business services
14,423
3,617
78
925
256
19,299
12,585
Manufacturing – capital goods
5,715
2,584
–
345
214
8,858
6,039
Manufacturing – consumer goods
6,939
1,994
–
229
119
9,281
7,195
Real estate and construction
53,325
10,062
–
2,109
430
65,926
55,145
Agriculture
8,148
1,647
–
42
97
9,934
10,268
Oil and gas
2,612
3,063
–
539
608
6,822
9,485
Mining
1,752
1,424
–
745
980
4,901
4,863
Forest products
567
386
–
123
38
1,114
1,031
Hardware and software
5,068
2,054
–
100
160
7,382
5,865
Telecommunications and cable
2,450
820
–
221
405
3,896
3,689
Broadcasting, publishing and printing
652
180
–
14
13
859
471
Transportation
7,249
3,360
–
463
592
11,664
10,121
Utilities
16,891
7,980
–
4,431
1,326
30,628
31,335
Education, health, and social services
10,536
1,630
6
267
96
12,535
5,735
Governments
134,552
5,338
834
608
2,213
143,545
129,711
$
386,836
$
62,778
$
19,434
$
17,078
$
18,806
$
504,932
$
425,508
(1) Beginning the first quarter of 2024, the IRB approach was applied to the majority of our credit portfolios within CIBC Bank USA, which previously followed the
standardized approach.
As part of our risk mitigation strategy, we may use credit protection purchases as a hedge against customer or industry sector concentration. As at
October 31, 2024, we had no credit protection purchased (2023: nil) related to our business and government loans.
Credit quality of portfolios
Credit quality of the retail portfolios
The following table presents the credit quality of our retail portfolios under the IRB approach.
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
EAD
Risk level
Real estate secured
personal lending
Qualifying
revolving retail
Other
retail
SME
retail
Total
Total
Exceptionally low
$
206,683
$
54,416
$
2,806
$
456
$
264,361
$
301,157
Very low
67,795
9,064
5,388
981
83,228
54,718
Low
34,319
13,192
7,004
1,381
55,896
49,439
Medium
16,249
8,831
2,325
1,135
28,540
15,576
High
1,168
1,594
1,028
399
4,189
3,485
Default
724
74
84
75
957
669
$
326,938
$
87,171
$
18,635
$
4,427
$
437,171
$
425,044
Real estate secured personal lending
Real estate secured personal lending comprises residential mortgages, and personal loans and lines secured by residential property (HELOC). This
portfolio is lower risk compared with other retail portfolios, as we have a first charge on the majority of the properties and a second lien on only a
small portion of the portfolio. We use the same lending criteria in the adjudication of both first lien and second lien loans.
Under the Bank Act (Canada), banks are limited to providing residential real estate loans of no more than 80% of the collateral value. An
exception is made for mortgage loans with a higher LTV ratio if they are insured by either CMHC or a private mortgage insurer. Mortgage insurance
protects banks from the risk of default by the borrower, over the term of the coverage. Mortgage insurers are subject to regulatory capital
requirements, which aim to ensure that they are well capitalized. If a private mortgage insurer becomes insolvent, the Government of Canada has,
provided certain conditions are met, obligations in respect of policies underwritten by certain insolvent private mortgage insurers as more fully
described in the Protection of Residential Mortgage or Hypothecary Insurance Act (PRMHIA). There is a possibility that losses could be incurred in
respect of insured mortgages if, among other things, CMHC or the applicable private mortgage insurer denies a claim, or further, if a private
mortgage insurer becomes insolvent and either the conditions under the PRMHIA are not met or the Government of Canada denies the claim.
The following disclosures are required by OSFI pursuant to the Guideline B-20 “Residential Mortgage Underwriting Practices and Procedures”
(Guideline B-20).
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The following table provides details on our residential mortgage and HELOC portfolios:
Residential mortgages (1)
HELOC (2)
Total
$ billions, as at October 31, 2024
Insured
Uninsured
Uninsured
Insured
Uninsured
Ontario (3)
$
17.4
11 %
$
134.9
89 %
$
11.3
100 %
$
17.4
11 %
$
146.2
89 %
British Columbia and territories (4)
5.6
11
45.6
89
4.0
100
5.6
10
49.6
90
Alberta
9.6
37
16.1
63
1.8
100
9.6
35
17.9
65
Quebec
4.5
20
18.5
80
1.3
100
4.5
19
19.8
81
Central prairie provinces
2.6
38
4.3
62
0.5
100
2.6
35
4.8
65
Atlantic provinces
2.6
29
6.3
71
0.7
100
2.6
27
7.0
73
Canadian portfolio (5)(6)
42.3
16
225.7
84
19.6
100
42.3
15
245.3
85
U.S. portfolio (5)
–
–
2.8
100
–
–
–
–
2.8
100
Other international portfolio (5)
–
–
2.9
100
–
–
–
–
2.9
100
Total portfolio
$
42.3
15 %
$
231.4
85 %
$
19.6
100 %
$
42.3
14 %
$
251.0
86 %
October 31, 2023
$
47.4
17 %
$
223.9
83 %
$
19.0
100 %
$
47.4
16 %
$
242.9
84 %
(1) Balances reflect principal values.
(2) We did not have any insured HELOCs as at October 31, 2024 and 2023.
(3) Includes $7.6 billion (2023: $8.7 billion) of insured residential mortgages, $83.2 billion (2023: $80.1 billion) of uninsured residential mortgages, and $6.5 billion (2023:
$6.2 billion) of HELOCs in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
(4) Includes $2.4 billion (2023: $2.8 billion) of insured residential mortgages, $30.9 billion (2023: $30.9 billion) of uninsured residential mortgages, and $2.5 billion (2023:
$2.5 billion) of HELOCs in the Greater Vancouver Area (GVA).
(5) Geographic location is based on the address of the property.
(6) 55% (2023: 58%) of insurance on Canadian residential mortgages is provided by CMHC and the remaining by two private Canadian insurers, both rated at least AA (low)
by Morningstar DBRS.
The average LTV ratios(1) for our uninsured residential mortgages and HELOCs originated and acquired during the year are provided in the following
table:
For the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Residential
mortgages
HELOC
Residential
mortgages
HELOC
Ontario (2)
66 %
66 %
65 %
65 %
British Columbia and territories (3)
63
63
62
62
Alberta
71
71
71
72
Quebec
68
70
68
70
Central prairie provinces
70
73
71
72
Atlantic provinces
66
68
69
69
Canadian portfolio (4)
66
66
66
65
U.S. portfolio (4)
66
n/m
65
n/m
Other international portfolio (4)
72 %
n/m
72 %
n/m
(1) LTV ratios for newly originated and acquired residential mortgages and HELOCs are calculated based on weighted average.
(2) Average LTV ratios for our uninsured GTA residential mortgages originated during the year were 67% (2023: 65%).
(3) Average LTV ratios for our uninsured GVA residential mortgages originated during the year were 62% (2023: 61%).
(4) Geographic location is based on the address of the property.
n/m Not meaningful.
The following table provides the average LTV ratios on our total Canadian residential mortgage portfolio:
Insured
Uninsured
October 31, 2024 (1)(2)
54 %
52 %
October 31, 2023 (1)(2)
52 %
50 %
(1) LTV ratios for residential mortgages are calculated based on weighted averages. The house price estimates for October 31, 2024 and 2023 are based on the Forward
Sortation Area (FSA) level indices from the Teranet – National Bank National Composite House Price Index (Teranet) as of September 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Teranet is an independent estimate of the rate of change in Canadian home prices.
(2) Average LTV ratio on our uninsured GTA residential mortgage portfolio was 53% (2023: 49%). Average LTV ratio on our uninsured GVA residential mortgage portfolio was
45% (2023: 44%).
The tables below summarize the remaining amortization profile of our total Canadian, U.S. and other international residential mortgages. The first
table provides the remaining amortization periods based on the minimum contractual payment amounts with the assumption that variable rate
mortgages renew at payment amounts that maintain the original amortization schedule. The second table summarizes the remaining amortization
profile of our total Canadian, U.S. and other international residential mortgages based upon current customer payment amounts.
Contractual payment basis
0–5 years
>5–10
years
>10–15
years
>15–20
years
>20–25
years
>25–30
years
>30–35
years
>35 years
Canadian portfolio
October 31, 2024
– %
– %
2 %
12 %
45 %
41 %
– %
– %
October 31, 2023
– %
1 %
1 %
11 %
50 %
37 %
– %
– %
U.S. portfolio
October 31, 2024
– %
– %
– %
2 %
15 %
83 %
– %
– %
October 31, 2023
– %
1 %
– %
2 %
10 %
87 %
– %
– %
Other international portfolio
October 31, 2024
7 %
12 %
20 %
21 %
23 %
16 %
1 %
– %
October 31, 2023
7 %
12 %
20 %
23 %
21 %
16 %
1 %
– %
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Current customer payment basis
0–5 years
>5–10
years
>10–15
years
>15–20
years
>20–25
years
>25–30
years
>30–35
years
>35 years (1)
Canadian portfolio
October 31, 2024
1 %
3 %
7 %
17 %
32 %
26 %
3 %
11 %
October 31, 2023
1 %
3 %
6 %
13 %
31 %
22 %
2 %
22 %
U.S. portfolio
October 31, 2024
1 %
3 %
7 %
9 %
14 %
66 %
– %
– %
October 31, 2023
1 %
2 %
7 %
8 %
11 %
71 %
– %
– %
Other international portfolio
October 31, 2024
7 %
12 %
20 %
21 %
23 %
16 %
1 %
– %
October 31, 2023
7 %
12 %
20 %
23 %
21 %
16 %
1 %
– %
(1) Includes variable rate mortgages of $28.9 billion (2023: $59.9 billion), of which $17.6 billion (2023: $42.9 billion) relates to mortgages in which all of the fixed contractual
payments are currently being applied to interest based on the rates in effect at October 31, 2024 and October 31, 2023, respectively, and the terms of the mortgages, with
the portion of the contractual interest requirement not met by the payments being added to the principal. Since the amortization profile reflected in this table is based on
the current amount of existing contractual payments, it does not reflect that the contractual payment amount is required to be increased at the time of renewal by the
amount necessary to reduce the amortization period down to the period in effect at the time the mortgage was originally provided.
The extended amortization profile is driven by variable rate mortgages with elevated levels of interest rates relative to the rates at the time of
origination. The elevated levels of interest rates had no impact on the remaining amortization period for fixed rate mortgages, which are assumed to
be renewed at the same or a shorter amortization period.
We have two types of condominium exposures in Canada: mortgages and developer loans. Both are primarily concentrated in the Toronto and
Vancouver areas. As at October 31, 2024, our Canadian condominium mortgages were $42.0 billion (2023: $40.2 billion), of which 16% (2023: 18%)
were insured. Our drawn developer loans were $1.9 billion (2023: $2.2 billion), or 0.9% (2023: 1.1%) of our business and government portfolio, and
our related undrawn exposure was $5.8 billion (2023: $6.3 billion). The condominium developer exposure is diversified across 108 projects.
We stress test our mortgage and HELOC portfolios to determine the potential impact of different economic events. Our stress tests can use
variables such as unemployment rates, debt service ratios and housing price changes, to model potential outcomes for a given set of
circumstances. The stress testing involves variables that could behave differently in certain situations. Our main tests use economic variables in a
similar range or more conservative to historical events when Canada experienced economic downturns. Our results show that in an economic
downturn, our capital position should be sufficient to absorb mortgage and HELOC losses.
Credit quality performance
Impaired loans
The following table provides details of our impaired loans and allowance for credit losses:
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Business and
government
loans
Consumer
loans
Total
Business and
government
loans
Consumer
loans
Total
Gross impaired loans
Balance at beginning of year
$
1,956
$
1,034
$
2,990
$
920
$
823
$
1,743
Classified as impaired during the year
1,848
2,775
4,623
1,842
2,053
3,895
Transferred to performing during the year
(162)
(475)
(637)
(101)
(405)
(506)
Net repayments (1)
(1,139)
(747)
(1,886)
(429)
(409)
(838)
Amounts written off
(874)
(1,302)
(2,176)
(316)
(1,033)
(1,349)
Foreign exchange and other
(1)
1
–
40
5
45
Balance at end of year
$
1,628
$
1,286
$
2,914
$
1,956
$
1,034
$
2,990
Allowance for credit losses – impaired loans
$
392
$
424
$
816
$
667
$
405
$
1,072
Net impaired loans (2)
Balance at beginning of year
$
1,289
$
629
$
1,918
$
569
$
510
$
1,079
Net change in gross impaired
(328)
252
(76)
1,036
211
1,247
Net change in allowance
275
(19)
256
(316)
(92)
(408)
Balance at end of year
$
1,236
$
862
$
2,098
$
1,289
$
629
$
1,918
Net impaired loans as a percentage of net loans and
acceptances
0.38 %
0.36 %
(1) Includes disposal of loans.
(2) Net impaired loans are gross impaired loans net of stage 3 allowance for credit losses.
Gross impaired loans
As at October 31, 2024, gross impaired loans were $2,914 million, down $76 million from the prior year, primarily due to decreases in the real estate
and construction, and the retail and wholesale sectors, partially offset by increases in Canadian residential mortgages and personal lending
portfolios, the capital goods manufacturing, the agriculture and the mining sectors.
53% of gross impaired loans related to Canada, of which the residential mortgages and personal lending portfolios, as well as the real estate
and construction, the agriculture, and the retail and wholesale sectors accounted for the majority.
35% of gross impaired loans related to the U.S., of which the real estate and construction, the capital goods manufacturing, the education,
health and social services, and the financial institutions sectors accounted for the majority.
The remaining gross impaired loans related to CIBC Caribbean, of which the residential mortgages and personal lending portfolios, as well as
the business services, and the real estate and construction sectors accounted for the majority.
See the “Supplementary annual financial information” section for additional details on the geographic distribution and industry classification of
impaired loans.
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Allowance for credit losses – impaired loans
Allowance for credit losses on impaired loans was $816 million, down $256 million from the prior year, primarily due to decreases in the retail and
wholesale, and the real estate and construction sectors, partially offset by an increase in the mining sector.
Loans contractually past due but not impaired
The following table provides an aging analysis of loans that are not impaired, where repayment of principal or payment of interest is contractually
in arrears. Loans less than 30 days past due are excluded as such loans are not generally indicative of the borrowers’ ability to meet their
payment obligations.
$ millions, as at October 31
31 to
90 days
Over
90 days
2024
Total
2023
Total
Residential mortgages
$
1,216
$
–
$
1,216
$
1,019
Personal
261
–
261
280
Credit card
231
161
392
361
Business and government
226
–
226
184
$
1,934
$
161
$
2,095
$
1,844
During the year, gross interest income that would have been recorded if impaired loans were treated as current was $189 million (2023: $155 million),
of which $89 million (2023: $69 million) was in Canada and $100 million (2023: $86 million) was outside Canada. During the year, interest recognized
on impaired loans was $121 million (2023: $69 million), and interest recognized on loans before being classified as impaired was $126 million (2023:
$110 million), of which $77 million (2023: $43 million) was in Canada and $49 million (2023: $67 million) was outside Canada.
Exposure to certain countries and regions
The following table provides our exposure to certain countries and regions outside of Canada and the U.S.
Our direct exposures presented in the table below comprise (A) funded – on-balance sheet loans (stated at amortized cost net of stage 3
allowance for credit losses, if any), deposits with banks (stated at amortized cost net of stage 3 allowance for credit losses, if any) and securities
(stated at carrying value); (B) unfunded – unutilized credit commitments, letters of credit, and guarantees (stated at notional amount net of stage 3
allowance for credit losses, if any); and (C) derivative MTM receivables (stated at fair value) and repo-style transactions (stated at fair value).
The following table provides a summary of our positions in these regions:
Direct exposures
Funded
Unfunded
Derivative MTM receivables
and repo-style transactions (1)
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024 Corporate Sovereign
Banks
Total
funded
(A) Corporate
Banks
Total
unfunded
(B) Corporate Sovereign
Banks
Net
exposure
(C)
Total direct
exposure
(A)+(B)+(C)
U.K.
$ 11,013 $
1,120 $
2,012 $ 14,145 $
7,117 $
711 $
7,828
$ 693
$
65 $
334 $ 1,092
$ 23,065
Europe excluding U.K. (2)
7,290
3,646
5,222
16,158
6,874
1,656
8,530
120
164
568
852
25,540
Caribbean
5,452
2,061
3,811
11,324
2,410
3,432
5,842
57
–
375
432
17,598
Latin America (3)
755
11
26
792
676
–
676
11
116
–
127
1,595
Asia
980
2,269
2,654
5,903
337
655
992
1
566
1,236
1,803
8,698
Oceania (4)
6,891
1,148
758
8,797
2,841
170
3,011
9
–
94
103
11,911
Other
351
–
1
352
347
1
348
–
–
–
–
700
Total (5)
$ 32,732 $ 10,255 $ 14,484 $ 57,471 $ 20,602 $ 6,625 $ 27,227
$ 891
$ 911 $ 2,607 $ 4,409
$ 89,107
October 31, 2023 (6)
$ 29,883 $ 11,469 $ 14,007 $ 55,359 $ 20,111 $ 5,822 $ 25,933
$ 986
$ 523 $ 1,884 $ 3,393
$ 84,685
(1) The amounts shown are net of CVA and collateral. Collateral on derivative MTM receivables was $5.8 billion (2023: $7.8 billion), collateral on repo-style transactions was
$86.1 billion (2023: $81.1 billion), and both comprise cash and investment grade debt securities.
(2) Exposures to Russia and Ukraine are de minimis.
(3) Includes Mexico, Central America and South America.
(4) Includes Australia and New Zealand.
(5) Excludes exposure of $6,419 million (2023: $5,293 million) to supranationals (a multinational organization or a political union comprising member nation-states).
(6) Certain prior year information has been restated to conform to the current year presentation.
U.S. office real estate exposure
Our drawn real estate and construction portfolio in the U.S. was $22,504 million, net of impaired allowances, as at October 31, 2024 (2023:
$23,468 million), including $3,699 million (US$2,656 million) (2023: $4,723 million (US$3,405 million)) related to U.S. office real estate exposure. Our
total drawn commercial loans outstanding related to U.S. office commercial real estate was $4,010 million (US$2,880 million) (2023: $5,067 million
(US$3,653 million)), including $311 million (US$223 million) (2023: $344 million (US$248 million)) in sectors outside of real estate and construction,
out of which $237 million (US$170 million) (2023: $913 million (US$659 million)) was impaired. The decrease in impaired U.S. office commercial real
estate loans was primarily due to loan sales and repayments over the past year. The average LTV at origination of the portfolio was 59% (2023:
60%), however values have dropped significantly due to sector headwinds. We are closely monitoring this portfolio as conditions evolve.
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Settlement risk
Settlement risk is the risk that during an agreed concurrent exchange of currency or principal payments, the counterparty will fail to make its
payment to CIBC. This risk can arise in general trading activities and from payment and settlement system participation.
Many global settlement systems offer significant risk reduction benefits through complex risk mitigation frameworks. Bilateral payment netting
agreements may be put in place to mitigate risk by reducing the aggregate settlement amount between counterparties. Further, we participate in
several North American payment and settlement systems, including a global foreign exchange multilateral netting system. We also use financial
intermediaries to access some payment and settlement systems, and for certain trades, we may utilize an established clearing house to minimize
settlement risk.
Transactions settled outside of payment and settlement systems or clearing houses require approval of credit facilities for counterparties,
either as pre-approved settlement risk limits or payment-versus-payment arrangements.
Securitization activities
We engage in three types of securitization activities: we securitize assets that we originate, we securitize assets originated by third parties and we
engage in trading activities related to securitized products.
We securitize assets that we originate principally as a funding mechanism. The credit risk on the underlying assets in these transactions is
transferred to the SE, with CIBC retaining first loss exposure and other investors exposed to the remaining credit risk.
Securitization activities relating to assets originated by third parties can include the securitization of those assets through ABCP conduits (or
similar programs) that we sponsor (including both consolidated and non-consolidated SEs; see the “Off-balance sheet arrangements” section and
Note 6 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details), or through direct exposure to a client-sponsored structured entity. Risks
associated with securitization exposures to client-originated assets are mitigated through the transaction structure, which includes credit
enhancements. For the transactions where we retain credit risk on the exposures that we hold, we earn interest income on these holdings. For the
transactions in the non-consolidated ABCP conduits, we are also exposed to liquidity risk associated with the potential inability to roll over maturing
ABCP in the market. We earn fee income for the services that we provide to these ABCP conduits.
We are also involved in the trading of asset-backed securities (ABS) and ABCP to earn income in our role as underwriter and market maker.
We are exposed to credit and market risk on the securities that we hold in inventory on a temporary basis until such securities are sold to an
investor.
Capital requirements for exposures arising from securitization activities are determined using one of the following approaches: SEC-IRBA,
SEC-ERBA, SEC-IAA, or SEC-SA.
The SEC-IAA process relies on internal risk ratings and is utilized for securitization exposures relating to ABCP conduits when external ratings
are not available for the securitization exposures but the ABCP itself is externally rated. The internal assessment process involves an evaluation of a
number of factors, including, but not limited to, pool characteristics, including asset eligibility criteria and concentration limits, transaction triggers,
the asset seller’s risk profile, servicing capabilities, and cash flow stress testing. Cash flows are stress-tested based on historical asset performance
using our internal cash flow stress testing models by asset type. These models are subject to our model risk mitigation policies and are
independently reviewed by the Model Validation team in Risk Management. The stress test factors used to determine the transaction risk profile and
required credit enhancement levels are tailored for each asset type and transaction based on the assessment of the factors described above and
are done in accordance with our internal risk rating methodologies and guidelines. Internal risk ratings are mapped to equivalent external ratings of
external credit assessment institutions (Morningstar DBRS, Fitch, Moody’s and S&P) and are used to determine the appropriate risk weights for
capital purposes. Securitization exposures and underlying asset performance are monitored on an ongoing basis. Risk Management serves as a
second line of defence providing independent oversight regarding risk rating assumptions and adjudicating on the assignment of the internal risk
ratings. SEC-IAA applies to various consumer and corporate/commercial asset types in our ABCP conduits including, but not limited to, auto loans
and leases, consumer loans, credit cards, equipment loans and leases, fleet lease receivables, franchise loans, residential mortgages and
residential rental equipment.
Internal risk ratings determined for securitization exposures are also used in the estimation of ECL as required under IFRS 9, determining
economic capital, and for setting risk limits.
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Market risk
Market risk is the risk of economic and/or financial loss in our trading and non-trading portfolios from adverse changes in underlying market factors,
including interest rates, foreign exchange rates, equity market prices, commodity prices, credit spreads, and customer behaviour for retail
products. Market risk arises in CIBC’s trading and treasury activities, and encompasses all market-related positioning and market-making activity.
The trading portfolio consists of positions in financial instruments and commodities held to meet the near-term needs of our clients.
The non-trading portfolio consists of positions in various currencies that are related to ALM and investment activities.
Governance and management
Market risk is managed through the three lines of defence model. The first line of defence comprises frontline businesses and governance groups
that are responsible for managing the market risk associated with their activities.
The second line of defence is Risk Management, which has a dedicated market risk manager for each trading business, supplemented by
regional risk managers located in all of our major trading centres, facilitating comprehensive risk coverage, including the measurement, monitoring
and control of market risk.
Internal audit is the third line of defence providing reasonable assurance to senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board on the
effectiveness of CIBC’s governance practices, risk management processes, and internal control as part of its risk-based audit plan and in
accordance with its mandate as described in the Internal Audit Charter.
Senior management reports material risk matters to the GRC and RMC at least quarterly, including material transactions, limit compliance, and
portfolio trends.
To ensure that our market risk exposure stays within our risk appetite, we use cash and derivative instruments transactions to hedge our
market risk. In certain situations, we may hedge interest rates, credit spread, equity, foreign exchange and commodity risks in non-trading books
with trading desks using Internal Risk Transfers (IRT). These IRTs are conducted directly between the non-trading and trading portfolio via IRT
desks that have been approved by OSFI. Senior management governs these transactions to ensure they comply with OSFI’s CAR Guidelines on an
ongoing basis, with the majority of IRTs being interest rate swaps.
Position and portfolio management is also subject to inventory monitoring via regular reporting and analysis, identifying where portfolios are not
turning over on a regular basis, which includes stale positions.
Policies
We have comprehensive policies for the management of market risk. These policies are related to the identification and measurement of various
types of market risk, their inclusion in the trading portfolio, and the establishment of limits within which we monitor, manage and report our overall
exposures. Our policies also outline the requirements for the construction of valuation models, model review and validation, independent
checking of the valuation of positions, the establishment of valuation adjustments, and alignment with accounting policies including MTM and
mark-to-model methodologies. Under the Basel III reforms for market risk, commonly known as the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book
(FRTB), we have our Risk Trading Book / Banking Book Boundary Procedures and Internal Risk Transfer Trading Procedures, which govern the
classification of trading activity and set restrictions on trades crossing the trading book banking book boundary. There are currently no deviations
from the presumptive list of instrument classifications, and over the past year there have been no trading desks that have crossed the boundary.
Trading desk strategies, including hedging strategies, are part of the trading desks operating model and included in each desk’s policies
and procedures. The use of VaR, stress testing, and profit and loss monitoring also help identify and monitor the effectiveness of their trading
strategies, including hedging performance, and fall under the Trading Credit Risk and Market Risk Management Policies and their supporting
standards.
Market risk limits
We have risk tolerance levels, expressed in terms of statistically based VaR measures, potential stress losses, and notional or other limits as
appropriate. We use a multi-tiered approach to set limits on the amounts of risk that we can assume in our trading and non-trading activities, as
follows:
•
Board limits control consolidated market risk;
•
Management limits control market risk for CIBC overall and are lower than the Board limits to allow for a buffer in the event of extreme
market moves and/or extraordinary client needs;
•
Tier 2 limits control market risk at the business unit level; and
•
Tier 3 limits control market risk at the sub-business unit or desk level.
Management limits are established by the CRO, consistent with the risk appetite statement approved by the Board. Tier 2 and Tier 3 limits are
approved at levels of management commensurate with the risk assumed.
Process and control
Market risk exposures are monitored daily against approved risk limits, and processes are in place to monitor that only authorized activities are
undertaken. We generate daily risk and limit-monitoring reports including intraday limit monitoring for active trading desks, based on the
previous day’s positions. Summary market risk and limit compliance reports are produced and reviewed periodically with the GRC and RMC.
Risk measurement
We use the following measures for market risk:
•
VaR enables the meaningful comparison of the risks in different businesses and asset classes. VaR is determined by the combined
modelling of VaR for each of interest rate, credit spread, equity, foreign exchange, and commodity, along with the portfolio effect arising
from the interrelationship of the different risks (diversification effect):
•
Interest rate risk measures the impact of changes in interest rates and volatilities on cash instruments and derivatives.
•
Credit spread risk measures the impact of changes in credit spreads of provincial, municipal and agency bonds, sovereign bonds,
corporate bonds, securitized products, and credit derivatives such as credit default swaps.
•
Equity risk measures the impact of changes in equity prices and volatilities.
•
Foreign exchange risk measures the impact of changes in foreign exchange rates and volatilities.
•
Commodity risk measures the impact of changes in commodity prices and volatilities, including the basis between related commodities.
•
Diversification effect reflects the risk reduction achieved across various financial instrument types, counterparties, currencies and
regions. The extent of the diversification benefit depends on the correlation between the assets and risk factors in the portfolio at a
particular time.
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•
Price, rate and volatility sensitivities measure the change in value of a portfolio to a small change in a given underlying parameter, so that
component risks may be examined in isolation, and the portfolio rebalanced accordingly to achieve a desired exposure.
•
Stressed VaR enables the meaningful comparison of the risks in different businesses and asset classes under stressful conditions.
Changes to rates, prices, volatilities, and spreads over a 10-day horizon from a stressful historical period are applied to current positions to
determine stressed VaR.
•
Back-testing validates the effectiveness of risk measurement through analysis of observed and theoretical profit and loss outcomes.
•
Stress testing and scenario analysis provide insight into portfolio behaviour under extreme circumstances.
•
Market risk capital is calculated under the standardized approach, including a default risk charge (DRC) and the residual risk add-on
(RRAO), which is a charge for risk factors not captured well under the sensitivities based method.
The following table provides balances on the consolidated balance sheet that are subject to market risk. Certain differences between accounting
and risk classifications are detailed in the footnotes below:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Subject to market risk
Subject to market risk
Consolidated
balance
sheet
Trading
Non-
trading
Not
subject to
market risk
Consolidated
balance
sheet
Trading
Non-
trading
Not
subject to
market risk
Non-traded risk
primary risk
sensitivity
Cash and non-interest-bearing
deposits with banks
$
8,565 $
–
$
3,328
$
5,237
$
20,816 $
–
$
2,777
$ 18,039
Foreign exchange
Interest-bearing deposits with banks
39,499
–
39,499
–
34,902
–
34,902
–
Interest rate
Securities
254,345
100,969
153,376
–
211,348
65,728
145,620
– Interest rate, equity
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
17,028
–
17,028
–
14,651
–
14,651
–
Interest rate
Securities purchased under resale
agreements
83,721
24,977 (2)
58,744
–
80,184
–
80,184
–
Interest rate
Loans
Residential mortgages
280,672
–
280,672
–
274,244
–
274,244
–
Interest rate
Personal
46,681
–
46,681
–
45,587
–
45,587
–
Interest rate
Credit card
20,551
–
20,551
–
18,538
–
18,538
–
Interest rate
Business and government
214,299
101
214,198
–
194,870
117
194,753
–
Interest rate
Allowance for credit losses
(3,917)
–
(3,917)
–
(3,902)
–
(3,902)
–
Interest rate
Derivative instruments
36,435
33,482
2,953
–
33,243
30,756
2,487
–
Interest rate,
foreign exchange
Customers’ liability under acceptances
6
–
6
–
10,816
–
10,816
–
Interest rate
Other assets
44,100
3,132
26,055
14,913
40,393
1,947
24,833
13,613 Interest rate, equity,
foreign exchange
$ 1,041,985 $ 162,661
$ 859,174
$ 20,150
$ 975,690 $ 98,548
$ 845,490
$ 31,652
Deposits
$
764,857 $
28,041 (3) $ 673,215
$ 63,601
$ 723,376 $ 23,190 (3) $ 635,028
$ 65,158
Interest rate
Obligations related to securities
sold short
21,642
21,425
217
–
18,666
17,710
956
–
Interest rate
Cash collateral on securities lent
7,997
–
7,997
–
8,081
–
8,081
–
Interest rate
Obligations related to securities sold
under repurchase agreements
110,153
–
110,153
–
87,118
–
87,118
–
Interest rate
Derivative instruments
40,654
39,115
1,539
–
41,290
39,081
2,209
–
Interest rate,
foreign exchange
Acceptances
6
–
6
–
10,820
–
10,820
–
Interest rate
Other liabilities
30,204
3,261
13,802
13,141
26,693
2,789
11,827
12,077
Interest rate
Subordinated indebtedness
7,465
–
7,465
–
6,483
–
6,483
–
Interest rate
$
982,978 $
91,842
$ 814,394
$ 76,742
$ 922,527 $ 82,770
$ 762,522
$ 77,235
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Beginning in the first quarter of 2024, certain balances have been reclassified to trading as part of the implementation of the Basel III reforms for market risk.
(3) Comprises FVO deposits which are considered trading for market risk purposes, including certain deposit notes that have equity risk exposures and are economically
hedged by trading books.
Trading activities
We hold positions in traded financial contracts to meet client investment and risk management needs. Trading revenue (net interest income and
non-interest income) is generated from these transactions. Trading instruments are recorded at fair value and include debt and equity securities,
as well as interest rate, foreign exchange, equity, commodity, and credit derivative products.
Value-at-risk
Our VaR methodology is a statistical technique that measures the potential overnight loss at a 99% confidence level. We use a full revaluation
historical simulation methodology to compute VaR and other risk measures.
Although a valuable guide to risk, VaR should always be viewed in the context of its limitations. For example:
•
The use of historical data for estimating future events will not encompass all potential events, particularly those that are extreme in nature.
•
The use of a one-day holding period assumes that all positions can be liquidated, or the risks offset in one day. This may not fully reflect the
market risk arising at times of severe illiquidity, when a one-day period may be insufficient to liquidate or hedge all positions fully.
•
The use of a 99% confidence level does not take into account losses that might occur beyond this level of confidence.
•
VaR is calculated on the basis of exposures outstanding at the close of business and assumes no management action to mitigate losses.
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The VaR table below presents market risks by type of risk and in aggregate. The risks are interrelated and the diversification effect reflects the
reduction of risk due to portfolio effects among the trading positions. Our trading risk exposures to interest rates and credit spreads arise from
activities in the global debt and derivative markets, particularly from transactions in the Canadian, U.S. and European markets. The primary
instruments are government and corporate debt, and interest rate derivatives. The majority of the trading exposure to foreign exchange risk
arises from transactions involving the Canadian dollar, U.S. dollar, Euro, Pound sterling, Australian dollar, Chinese yuan and Japanese yen,
whereas the primary risks of losses in equities are in the U.S., Canadian and European markets. Trading exposure to commodities arises
primarily from transactions involving North American natural gas, crude oil products, and precious metals.
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
High
Low
As at
Average
High
Low
As at
Average
Interest rate risk
$
18.7
$
4.6
$
6.3
$
9.2
$
11.7
$
4.9
$
7.9
$
7.2
Credit spread risk
3.8
1.6
1.9
2.4
2.5
1.0
2.1
1.5
Equity risk
8.4
4.5
6.9
6.0
8.6
3.3
4.6
5.4
Foreign exchange risk
7.3
0.5
0.6
1.3
3.4
0.3
1.2
0.8
Commodity risk
5.2
1.2
1.2
2.8
4.1
1.2
1.9
2.3
Diversification effect (1)
n/m
n/m
(9.4)
(10.7)
n/m
n/m
(7.2)
(8.0)
Total VaR (one-day measure)
$
18.8
$
5.8
$
7.5
$
11.0
$
13.2
$
6.6
$
10.5
$
9.2
(1) Total VaR is less than the sum of the VaR of the different market risk types resulting from a portfolio diversification effect. Prior year amounts have been restated to
conform with the current year presentation.
n/m Not meaningful. It is not meaningful to compute a diversification effect because the high and low may occur on different days for different risk types.
Average total VaR for the year ended October 31, 2024 was up $1.8 million from the prior year, driven primarily by portfolio changes in interest rates
and fixed income.
Back-testing
To determine the reliability of the trading VaR model, outcomes are monitored regularly through a back-testing process to test the validity of the
assumptions and the parameters used in the trading VaR calculation. The back-testing process includes calculating a hypothetical or static
profit and loss and comparing that result with calculated VaR. Static profit and loss represents the change in value of the prior day’s closing
portfolio due to each day’s price movements, on the assumption that the portfolio remained unchanged. The back-testing process is conducted
on a daily basis at the consolidated CIBC level as well as business lines and individual portfolios.
Static profit and loss in excess of the one-day VaR are investigated. The back-testing process, including the investigation of results, is
performed by risk professionals who are independent of those responsible for development of the model.
Based on our back-testing results, we are able to ensure that our VaR model continues to appropriately measure risk.
During the year, there were zero negative back-testing breaches of the total VaR measure at the consolidated CIBC level.
Trading revenue
Trading revenue (TEB) comprises both trading net interest income and non-interest income and excludes underwriting fees and commissions. See
the “Financial performance overview” section for details. Trading revenue (TEB) in the charts below only includes TEB for certain dividends received
prior to January 1, 2024 as a result of the enactment of Bill C-59 on June 20, 2024 which eliminated the dividends received deduction effective
January 1, 2024.
During the year, trading revenue (TEB) was positive for 99% of the days, with the largest loss of $3.0 million occurring on October 30, 2024,
arising from our fixed income and equity derivatives trading desks. Average daily trading revenue (TEB) was $8.6 million during the year, compared
to $8.6 million during the previous year, primarily due to lower TEB gross up in 2024 offset by higher trading revenue in Capital markets. Average
daily trading revenue (TEB) is calculated as the total trading revenue (TEB) divided by the number of business days in the year.
Frequency distribution of daily 2024 trading revenue (TEB)
The histogram below presents the frequency distribution of daily trading revenue (TEB) for 2024.
Trading Revenue Days
less
than
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
13
12
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21 or
more
C $ Millions
0
10
5
20
15
30
25
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Trading revenue (TEB) versus VaR
The trading revenue (TEB) versus VaR graph below shows the current year’s daily trading revenue (TEB) against the close of business day VaR
measures.
(30)
(20)
(10)
0
10
20
30
40
Trading Revenue (TEB)
VaR
$ millions
Stress testing and scenario analysis
Stress testing and scenario analysis is designed to add insight into possible outcomes of abnormal market conditions, and to highlight possible
concentration of risk.
We measure the effect on portfolio valuations under a wide range of extreme moves in market risk factors. Our approach simulates the
impact on earnings of extreme market events over a one-month time horizon. Furthermore, in most cases we do not assume that risk-mitigating
actions during this period to reflect the reduced market liquidity that typically accompanies such events.
Scenarios are developed by utilizing historical market data sourced from periods of market disruption, or are based on hypothetical
impacts of economic events, political events, and natural disasters as predicted by economists, business leaders, and risk managers.
Among the historical scenarios are the market events following the 2008 market crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, along with the 2022
period of U.S. Federal Reserve tightening. The hypothetical scenarios include potential market crises originating in North America, Europe and
Asia, which are informed from current themes in geopolitics, central bank action and various other macro themes. These include considering the
impact of further escalation in Middle East tensions, the war in Ukraine and a possible conflict between Taiwan and China. Furthermore, during
the past year, stress scenarios have been created and iterated to navigate the U.S. presidential election and subsequent policy impacts.
Stress testing scenarios are periodically reviewed and amended as necessary to ensure they remain relevant. Under stress limit
monitoring, limits are placed on the maximum acceptable loss based on risk appetite in aggregate, at the detailed portfolio level, and for specific
asset classes.
Non-trading activities
Structural interest rate risk (SIRR)
SIRR primarily consists of the risk arising due to mismatches in the timing of the repricing of assets and liabilities, which do not arise from trading
and trading-related businesses. The objective of SIRR management is to lock in product spreads and deliver stable and predictable net interest
income over time, while managing the risk to the economic value of our assets arising from changes in interest rates.
SIRR results from differences in the maturities or repricing dates of assets and liabilities, both on- and off-balance sheet, as well as from
embedded optionality in retail products, and other product features that could affect the expected timing of cash flows, such as options to
pre-pay loans or redeem term deposits prior to contractual maturity. A number of assumptions affecting cash flows, product repricing and the
administration of rates underlie the models used to measure SIRR. The key assumptions pertain to the expected funding profile of mortgage rate
commitments, fixed rate loan prepayment behaviour, term deposit redemption behaviour, the treatment of non-maturity deposits and equity.
Assumptions rely on empirical data, based on historical client behaviour, balance sheet composition and product pricing with the consideration
of possible forward-looking changes. All models and assumptions used to measure SIRR are subject to independent oversight by Risk
Management. A variety of cash instruments and derivatives, primarily interest rate swaps, are used to manage these risks.
The Board has oversight of the management of SIRR, approves the risk appetite and the associated SIRR risk limits. GALCO and its
subcommittee, the Asset Liability Management Committee, regularly review structural market risk positions and provide senior management
oversight.
In addition to Board-approved limits on earnings and economic value exposure, more granular management limits are in place to guide
day-to-day management of this risk. The ALM group within Treasury is responsible for the ongoing modelling of structural market risk across the
enterprise, with independent oversight and compliance with SIRR policy provided by Risk Management.
ALM activities are designed to manage the effects of potential interest rate movements while balancing the cost of any hedging activities
on current net revenue. To monitor and control SIRR, two primary metrics, net interest income (NII) risk and economic value of equity (EVE) risk,
are assessed, in addition to stress testing, gap analysis and other market risk metrics. The net interest income sensitivity is a measure of the
impact of potential changes in interest rates on the projected 12-month pre-tax net interest income of the bank’s portfolio of assets, liabilities and
off-balance sheet positions in response to prescribed parallel interest rate movements with interest rates floored at zero. The EVE sensitivity is a
measure of the impact of potential changes in interest rates on the market value of the bank’s assets, liabilities and off-balance sheet positions in
response to prescribed parallel interest rate movements with interest rates floored at zero.
The following table shows the potential before-tax impact of an immediate and sustained 100 basis point increase and 100 basis point
decrease in interest rates on projected 12-month NII and the EVE for our structural balance sheet, assuming no subsequent hedging
management actions or changes in business mix or changes in product margins.
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Structural interest rate sensitivity – measures
$ millions (pre-tax), as at October 31
2024
2023
CAD (1)
USD
Total
CAD (1)
USD
Total
100 basis point increase in interest rates
Increase (decrease) in net interest income
$
159
$
45
$
204
$
303
$
91
$
394
Increase (decrease) in EVE
(956)
(400)
(1,356)
(588)
(295)
(883)
100 basis point decrease in interest rates
Increase (decrease) in net interest income
(193)
(49)
(242)
(327)
(88)
(415)
Increase (decrease) in EVE
829
408
1,237
507
319
826
(1) Includes CAD and other currency exposures.
Foreign exchange risk
Structural foreign exchange risk primarily consists of the risk inherent in: (a) net investments in foreign operations (NIFO) due to changes in foreign
exchange rates; and (b) foreign currency denominated RWA and foreign currency denominated capital deductions. This risk, predominantly in
U.S. dollars, is managed using derivative hedges and by funding the investments in matching currencies. We actively manage this position to
ensure that the potential impact on our capital ratios is within an acceptable tolerance in accordance with the policy approved by the CRO, while
giving consideration to the impact on earnings and shareholders’ equity. Structural foreign exchange risk is managed by Treasury under the
guidance of GALCO with monitoring and oversight by Risk Management.
A 1% appreciation of the Canadian dollar would reduce our shareholders’ equity as at October 31, 2024 by approximately $198 million
(2023: $206 million) on an after-tax basis.
Our non-functional currency denominated earnings are converted into the functional currencies through spot or forward foreign exchange
transactions. Typically, there is no significant impact of exchange rate fluctuations on our consolidated statement of income.
Derivatives held for ALM purposes
Where derivatives are held for ALM purposes, and when transactions meet the criteria specified under IFRS, we apply hedge accounting for the
risks being hedged, as discussed in Notes 1, 12 and 13 to the consolidated financial statements. Derivative hedges that do not qualify for hedge
accounting treatment are referred to as economic hedges and are recorded at fair value on the consolidated balance sheet with changes in fair
value recognized in the consolidated statement of income.
Economic hedges for other than FVO financial instruments may lead to income volatility because the hedged items are recorded either on
a cost or amortized cost basis or recorded at fair value on the consolidated balance sheet with changes in fair value recognized through other
comprehensive income (OCI). This accounting income volatility may not be representative of the overall economic risk.
Equity risk
Non-trading equity risk arises primarily in our strategy and corporate development activities and strategic investments portfolio. The investments
comprise public and private equities, investments in limited partnerships, and equity-accounted investments.
The following table provides the amortized cost and fair values of our non-trading equities:
$ millions, as at October 31
Cost
Fair value
2024
Equity securities designated at FVOCI
$
653
$
672
Equity-accounted investments in associates (1)
145
253
$
798
$
925
2023
Equity securities designated at FVOCI
$
556
$
572
Equity-accounted investments in associates (1)
137
240
$
693
$
812
(1) Excludes our equity-accounted joint ventures. See Note 24 to the consolidated financial statements for further details.
Pension risk
We sponsor defined benefit pension plans in a number of jurisdictions. As at October 31, 2024, our consolidated defined benefit pension plans were
in a net asset position of $1,337 million, compared with $1,015 million as at October 31, 2023. The change in the net asset position of our pension
plans is disclosed in Note 17 to the consolidated financial statements.
Our Canadian pension plans represent approximately 92% of our pension plans, the most significant of which is our principal Canadian
pension plan (the CIBC Pension Plan). The estimated impact on our Canadian defined benefit obligations of a 100 basis point change in the
discount rate is disclosed in Note 17 to the consolidated financial statements.
The MRCC is responsible for sound governance and oversight, and delegates management authority to the Pension Benefits Management
Committee (PBMC). An appropriate investment strategy for the CIBC Pension Plan is set through a statement of investment objectives, policies and
procedures.
Within Treasury, the Pension Investment Management department is responsible for developing and implementing custom investment
strategies to sustainably deliver pension benefits within manageable risk tolerances and capital impacts. Key risks include actuarial risks (such as
longevity risk), interest rate risk, currency risk, and market (investment) risk.
A principal risk for the CIBC Pension Plan is interest rate risk, which it manages through its liability-driven investment strategy which includes a
combination of physical bonds and a bond overlay program funded through the use of repurchase agreements. The plan also operates a currency
overlay strategy, which may use forwards or similar instruments, to manage and mitigate its currency risk. Investment risk is mitigated through a
multi-asset portfolio construction process that diversifies across a variety of market risk drivers.
The use of derivatives within the CIBC Pension Plan are permitted for risk management and rebalancing purposes, as well as the ability to
enhance returns and are governed by the plan’s derivatives policy.
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Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk is the risk of having insufficient cash or its equivalent in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet financial obligations as they
come due. Common sources of liquidity risk inherent in banking services include unanticipated withdrawals of deposits, the inability to replace
maturing debt, credit and liquidity commitments, and additional pledging or other collateral requirements.
Our approach to liquidity risk management supports our business strategy, aligns with our risk appetite and adheres to regulatory
expectations.
Our management strategies, objectives and practices are regularly reviewed to align with changes to the liquidity environment, including
regulatory, business and/or market developments. Liquidity risk remains within CIBC’s risk appetite.
Governance and management
We manage liquidity risk in a manner that enables us to withstand a liquidity stress event without an adverse impact on the viability of our
operations. Actual and anticipated cash flows generated from on- and off-balance sheet exposures are routinely measured and monitored to ensure
compliance with established limits. We incorporate stress testing into the management and measurement of liquidity risk. Stress test results assist
with the development of our liquidity assumptions, identification of potential constraints to funding planning, and contribute to the design of our
contingency funding plan.
Liquidity risk is managed using the three lines of defence model, and the ongoing management of liquidity risk is the responsibility of the
Treasurer, supported by guidance from GALCO.
The Treasurer is responsible for managing the activities and processes required for measurement and the reporting and monitoring of CIBC’s
liquidity risk position as the first line of defence.
The Liquidity and Non-Trading Market Risk group provides independent oversight of the measurement, monitoring and control of liquidity risk,
as the second line of defence.
Internal audit is the third line of defence providing reasonable assurance to senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board on the
effectiveness of CIBC’s governance practices, risk management processes, and internal control as part of its risk-based audit plan and in
accordance with its mandate as described in the Internal Audit Charter.
The GALCO governs CIBC’s liquidity risk management, ensuring the liquidity risk management methodologies, assumptions, and key metrics
are regularly reviewed and aligned with CIBC’s requirements. The Liquidity Risk Management Committee, a subcommittee of GALCO, monitors
global liquidity risk and is responsible for ensuring that CIBC’s liquidity risk profile is comprehensively measured and managed in alignment with
CIBC’s strategic direction, risk appetite and regulatory requirements.
The RMC provides governance through bi-annual review of CIBC’s liquidity risk management policy, and recommends liquidity risk tolerance
to the Board through the risk appetite statement which is reviewed annually.
Policies
Our liquidity risk management policy establishes requirements that enable us to meet anticipated liquidity needs in both normal and stressed
conditions by maintaining a sufficient amount of available unencumbered liquid assets and diversified funding sources. Branches and
subsidiaries possessing unique liquidity characteristics, due to distinct businesses or jurisdictional requirements, maintain local liquidity
practices in alignment with CIBC’s liquidity risk management policy.
Our pledging policy sets out consolidated limits for the pledging of CIBC’s assets across a broad range of financial activities. These limits
ensure unencumbered liquid assets are available for liquidity purposes.
We maintain a detailed global contingency funding plan that sets out the strategies for addressing liquidity shortfalls in emergency and
unexpected situations, and delineates the requirements necessary to manage a range of stress conditions, establishes lines of responsibility,
articulates implementation, defines escalation procedures, and is aligned to CIBC’s risk appetite. In order to reflect CIBC’s organizational
complexity, regional and subsidiary contingency funding plans are maintained to respond to liquidity stresses unique to the jurisdictions within
which CIBC operates, and support CIBC as an enterprise.
Risk measurement
Our liquidity risk tolerance is defined by our risk appetite statement, which is approved annually by the Board, and forms the basis for the
delegation of liquidity risk authority to senior management. We use both regulatory-driven and internally developed liquidity risk metrics to
measure our liquidity risk exposure. Internally, our liquidity position is measured using the Liquidity Horizon, which combines contractual and
behavioural cash flows to measure the future point in time when projected cumulative cash outflows exceed cash inflows under a combined
CIBC-specific and market-wide stress scenario. Expected and potential anticipated inflows and outflows of funds generated from on- and
off-balance sheet exposures are measured and monitored on a regular basis to ensure compliance with established limits. These cash flows
incorporate both contractual and behavioural on- and off-balance sheet cash flows.
Our liquidity measurement system provides liquidity risk exposure reports that include the calculation of the internal liquidity stress tests
and regulatory reporting such as the LCR, NSFR and net cumulative cash flow (NCCF). Our liquidity management also incorporates the
monitoring of our unsecured wholesale funding position and funding capacity.
Risk appetite
CIBC’s risk appetite statement ensures prudent management of liquidity risk by outlining qualitative considerations and quantitative metrics
including the LCR and Liquidity Horizon. Quantitative metrics are measured and managed to a set of limits approved by Risk Management.
Stress testing
A key component of our liquidity risk management, and complementing our assessments of liquidity risk exposure, is liquidity risk stress testing.
Liquidity stress testing involves the application of name-specific and market-wide stress scenarios at varying levels of severity to assess the amount
of available liquidity required to satisfy anticipated obligations as they come due. The scenarios model potential liquidity and funding requirements
in the event of changes to unsecured wholesale funding and deposit run-off, contingent liquidity utilization, and liquid asset marketability.
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Liquid assets
Available liquid assets include unencumbered cash and marketable securities from on- and off-balance sheet sources, that can be used to
access funding in a timely fashion. Encumbered liquid assets, composed of assets pledged as collateral and those assets that are deemed
restricted due to legal, operational, or other purposes, are not considered as sources of available liquidity when measuring liquidity risk. The
asset mix is supported by concentration monitoring on issuers, tenors and product types to ensure that bank-wide liquid asset portfolios contain
a mix of assets that have appropriate liquidity, including in times of stress.
Encumbered and unencumbered liquid assets from on- and off-balance sheet sources are summarized as follows:
$ millions, as at October 31
Bank owned
liquid assets
Securities received
as collateral
Total liquid
assets
Encumbered
liquid assets
Unencumbered
liquid assets (1)
2024 Cash and deposits with banks
$
48,064
$
–
$
48,064
$
560
$
47,504
Securities issued or guaranteed by sovereigns, central
banks, and multilateral development banks
178,324
108,499
286,823
146,992
139,831
Other debt securities
6,093
11,328
17,421
3,696
13,725
Equities
58,102
33,424
91,526
54,269
37,257
Canadian government guaranteed National Housing Act
mortgage-backed securities
35,155
2,038
37,193
20,263
16,930
Other liquid assets (2)
16,021
2,849
18,870
8,971
9,899
$
341,759
$
158,138
$
499,897
$
234,751
$
265,146
2023 Cash and deposits with banks
$
55,718
$
–
$
55,718
$
862
$
54,856
Securities issued or guaranteed by sovereigns, central
banks, and multilateral development banks
155,487
94,880
250,367
134,415
115,952
Other debt securities
5,729
11,681
17,410
4,343
13,067
Equities
43,798
28,432
72,230
33,317
38,913
Canadian government guaranteed National Housing Act
mortgage-backed securities
31,733
4,908
36,641
17,365
19,276
Other liquid assets (2)
12,597
2,685
15,282
8,238
7,044
$
305,062
$
142,586
$
447,648
$
198,540
$
249,108
(1) Unencumbered liquid assets are defined as on-balance sheet assets, assets borrowed or purchased under resale agreements, and other off-balance sheet collateral
received less encumbered liquid assets.
(2) Includes cash pledged as collateral for derivatives transactions, select ABS and precious metals.
The following table summarizes unencumbered liquid assets held by CIBC (parent) and its domestic and foreign subsidiaries:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
CIBC (parent)
$
185,357
$
175,523
Domestic subsidiaries
7,882
13,571
Foreign subsidiaries
71,907
60,014
$
265,146
$
249,108
Asset haircuts and monetization depth assumptions under a liquidity stress scenario are applied to determine asset liquidity value. Haircuts take into
consideration those margins applicable at central banks – such as the Bank of Canada and the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank – historical observations, and
securities characteristics including asset type, issuer, credit ratings, currency and remaining term to maturity, as well as available regulatory guidance.
Our unencumbered liquid assets increased by $16.0 billion since October 31, 2023, primarily due to an increase in liquid government
securities holdings, partially offset by a decrease in cash. These changes are because of an increase in client deposits over the period.
Furthermore, we maintain access eligibility to the Bank of Canada’s Emergency Lending Assistance program and the U.S. Federal Reserve
Bank’s Discount Window.
Asset encumbrance
In the course of our day-to-day operations, securities and other assets are pledged to secure obligations, participate in clearing and settlement
systems and for other collateral management purposes.
The following table provides a summary of our total on- and off-balance sheet encumbered and unencumbered assets:
Encumbered
Unencumbered
Total assets
$ millions, as at October 31
Pledged as
collateral
Other (1)
Available as
collateral
Other (2)
2024 Cash and deposits with banks
$
–
$
560
$
47,504
$
–
$
48,064
Securities (3)
206,861
7,117
200,712
–
414,690
Loans, net of allowance for credit losses (4)
–
57,998
26,919
473,369
558,286
Other assets
7,067
–
4,195
69,279
80,541
$
213,928
$
65,675
$
279,330
$
542,648
$
1,101,581
2023 Cash and deposits with banks
$
–
$
862
$
54,856
$
–
$
55,718
Securities (3)
173,467
7,226
169,180
–
349,873
Loans, net of allowance for credit losses (4)
–
51,357
30,111
447,869
529,337
Other assets (5)
6,846
–
2,481
75,125
84,452
$
180,313
$
59,445
$
256,628
$
522,994
$
1,019,380
(1) Includes assets supporting CIBC’s long-term funding activities and assets restricted for legal or other reasons, such as restricted cash.
(2) Other unencumbered assets are not subject to any restrictions on their use to secure funding or as collateral, however, they are not considered immediately available to
existing borrowing programs.
(3) Total securities comprise certain on-balance sheet securities, as well as off-balance sheet securities received under resale agreements, secured borrowings transactions,
and collateral-for-collateral transactions.
(4) Loans included as available as collateral represent the loans underlying National Housing Act mortgage-backed securities and Federal Home Loan Banks eligible loans.
(5) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
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Restrictions on the flow of funds
Our subsidiaries are not subject to significant restrictions that would prevent transfers of funds, dividends or capital distributions. However,
certain subsidiaries have different capital and liquidity requirements, established by applicable banking and securities regulators.
We monitor and manage our capital and liquidity requirements across these entities to ensure that resources are used efficiently and entities
are in compliance with local regulatory and policy requirements.
Liquidity coverage ratio
The objective of the LCR is to promote short-term resilience of a bank’s liquidity risk profile, ensuring that it has adequate unencumbered high-
quality liquid resources to meet its liquidity needs in a 30-day acute stress scenario. Canadian banks are required by OSFI to achieve a minimum
LCR value of 100%. We are in compliance with this requirement.
In accordance with the calibration methodology contained in OSFI’s LAR Guideline, we report the LCR to OSFI on a monthly basis. The ratio is
calculated as the total of unencumbered HQLA over the total net cash outflows in the next 30 calendar days.
The LCR’s numerator consists of unencumbered HQLA, which follow an OSFI-defined set of eligibility criteria that considers fundamental and
market-related characteristics, and the relative ability to operationally monetize assets on a timely basis during a period of stress. Our centrally-
managed liquid asset portfolio includes those liquid assets reported in the HQLA, such as central government treasury bills and bonds, central bank
deposits and high-rated sovereign, agency, provincial, and corporate securities. Asset eligibility limitations inherent in the LCR metric do not
necessarily reflect our internal assessment of our ability to monetize our marketable assets under stress.
The ratio’s denominator reflects net cash outflows expected in the LCR’s stress scenario over the 30-calendar-day period. Expected cash
outflows represent LCR-defined withdrawal or draw-down rates applied against outstanding liabilities and off-balance sheet commitments,
respectively. Significant contributors to our LCR outflows include business and financial institution deposit run-off, draws on undrawn lines of credit
and unsecured debt maturities. Cash outflows are partially offset by cash inflows, which are calculated at OSFI-prescribed LCR inflow rates, and
include performing loan repayments and maturing non-HQLA marketable assets.
During a period of financial stress, institutions may use their stock of HQLA, thereby falling below 100%, as maintaining the LCR at 100% under
such circumstances could produce undue negative effects on the institution and other market participants.
The LCR is calculated and disclosed using a standard OSFI-prescribed template.
$ millions, average of the three months ended October 31, 2024
Total unweighted value (1) Total weighted value (2)
HQLA
1
HQLA
n/a
$
198,395
Cash outflows
2
Retail deposits and deposits from small business customers, of which:
$
217,314
16,613
3
Stable deposits
98,592
2,958
4
Less stable deposits
118,722
13,655
5
Unsecured wholesale funding, of which: (3)
247,312
115,253
6
Operational deposits (all counterparties) and deposits in networks of cooperative banks
115,421
27,718
7
Non-operational deposits (all counterparties)
104,552
60,196
8
Unsecured debt
27,339
27,339
9
Secured wholesale funding
n/a
23,356
10
Additional requirements, of which:
167,772
37,764
11
Outflows related to derivative exposures and other collateral requirements
20,559
7,838
12
Outflows related to loss of funding on debt products
4,805
4,805
13
Credit and liquidity facilities
142,408
25,121
14
Other contractual funding obligations
3,319
2,666
15
Other contingent funding obligations
429,972
8,644
16
Total cash outflows
n/a
204,296
Cash inflows
17
Secured lending (e.g. reverse repos)
121,604
24,172
18
Inflows from fully performing exposures
21,961
11,180
19
Other cash inflows
15,455
15,455
20
Total cash inflows
$
159,020
$
50,807
Total adjusted value
21
Total HQLA
n/a
$
198,395
22
Total net cash outflows
n/a
$
153,489
23
LCR
n/a
129 %
$ millions, average of the three months ended July 31, 2024
Total adjusted value
24
Total HQLA
n/a
$
187,428
25
Total net cash outflows
n/a
$
148,338
26
LCR
n/a
126 %
(1) Unweighted inflow and outflow values are calculated as outstanding balances maturing or callable within 30 days of various categories or types of liabilities, off-balance
sheet items or contractual receivables.
(2) Weighted values are calculated after the application of haircuts (for HQLA) and inflow and outflow rates prescribed by OSFI.
(3) In the first quarter of 2024, we implemented the changes related to the treatment of high-interest savings account exchange-traded funds as unsecured wholesale funding
sources.
n/a Not applicable as per the LCR common disclosure template.
Our average LCR as at October 31, 2024, increased to 129% from 126% in the prior quarter, due to higher HQLA, partially offset by an increase in
net cash outflows. The increase in total HQLA compared to the prior quarter mainly reflects an increase in average deposits and wholesale funding.
Furthermore, we report the LCR to OSFI in multiple currencies, thus measuring the extent of potential currency mismatch under the ratio. CIBC
predominantly operates in major currencies with deep and fungible foreign exchange markets.
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Net stable funding ratio (NSFR)
Derived from the BCBS’s Basel III framework and incorporated into OSFI’s LAR Guideline, the NSFR standard aims to promote long-term resilience
of the financial sector by requiring banks to maintain a sustainable funding profile in relation to the composition of their assets and off-balance sheet
activities. Canadian D-SIBs are required to maintain a minimum NSFR value of 100% on a consolidated bank basis. CIBC is in compliance with this
requirement.
In accordance with the calibration methodology contained in OSFI’s LAR Guideline, we report the NSFR to OSFI on a quarterly basis. The ratio
is calculated as total available stable funding (ASF) over the total required stable funding (RSF).
The numerator consists of the portion of capital and liabilities considered reliable over a one-year time horizon. The NSFR considers longer-
term sources of funding to be more stable than short-term funding and deposits from retail and commercial customers to be behaviourally more
stable than wholesale funding of the same maturity. In accordance with our funding strategy, key drivers of our ASF include client deposits
supplemented by secured and unsecured wholesale funding, and capital instruments.
The denominator represents the amount of stable funding required based on the OSFI-defined liquidity characteristics and residual maturities
of assets and off-balance sheet exposures. The NSFR ascribes varying degrees of RSF such that HQLA and short-term exposures are assumed to
have a lower funding requirement than less liquid and longer-term exposures. Our RSF is largely driven by retail, commercial and corporate lending,
investments in liquid assets, derivative exposures, and undrawn lines of credit and liquidity.
The ASF and RSF may be adjusted to zero for certain liabilities and assets that are determined to be interdependent if they meet the NSFR-
defined criteria, which take into account the purpose, amount, cash flows, tenor and counterparties among other aspects to ensure the institution is
acting solely as a pass-through unit for the underlying transactions. We report, where applicable, interdependent assets and liabilities arising from
transactions OSFI has designated as eligible for such treatment in the LAR Guideline.
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The NSFR is calculated and disclosed using an OSFI-prescribed template, which captures the key quantitative information based on liquidity
characteristics unique to the NSFR as defined in the LAR Guideline. As a result, amounts presented in the table below may not allow for direct
comparison with the annual consolidated financial statements.
a
b
c
d
e
Unweighted value by residual maturity
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024
No
maturity <6 months
6 months
to <1 year
>1 year
Weighted
value
ASF item
1
Capital
$
58,771 $
– $
– $
6,920 $
65,691
2
Regulatory capital
58,771
–
–
6,920
65,691
3
Other capital instruments
–
–
–
–
–
4
Retail deposits and deposits from small business customers
185,364
58,947
24,111
18,942
266,198
5
Stable deposits
87,975
23,521
11,496
9,221
126,063
6
Less stable deposits
97,389
35,426
12,615
9,721
140,135
7
Wholesale funding (1)
190,085
211,459
49,925
96,435
238,281
8
Operational deposits
121,408
3,844
–
–
62,626
9
Other wholesale funding
68,677
207,615
49,925
96,435
175,655
10
Liabilities with matching interdependent assets
–
1,397
597
12,785
–
11
Other liabilities
–
85,653 (2)
8,967
12
NSFR derivative liabilities
12,127 (2)
13
All other liabilities and equity not included in the above categories
–
64,498
122
8,906
8,967
14
Total ASF
579,137
RSF item
15
Total NSFR HQLA
19,860
16
Deposits held at other financial institutions for operational purposes
–
2,981
–
200
1,691
17
Performing loans and securities
80,260
124,770
79,780
347,305
417,248
18
Performing loans to financial institutions secured by Level 1 HQLA
–
16,823
2,259
20
1,991
19
Performing loans to financial institutions secured by non-Level 1 HQLA and
unsecured performing loans to financial institutions
1,139
44,057
10,266
21,565
32,740
20
Performing loans to non-financial corporate clients, loans to retail and small
business customers, and loans to sovereigns, central banks and public
sector entities, of which:
39,782
32,479
31,627
128,385
175,233
21
With a risk weight of less than or equal to 35% under the Basel II
standardized approach for credit risk
–
–
–
–
–
22
Performing residential mortgages, of which:
18,575
29,498
35,204
189,158
181,518
23
With a risk weight of less than or equal to 35% under the Basel II
standardized approach for credit risk
18,575
29,423
35,126
183,506
176,637
24
Securities that are not in default and do not qualify as HQLA, including
exchange-traded equities
20,764
1,913
424
8,177
25,766
25
Assets with matching interdependent liabilities
–
1,397
597
12,785
–
26
Other assets
14,719
81,188 (2)
49,381
27
Physical traded commodities, including gold
4,195
3,566
28
Assets posted as initial margin for derivative contracts and contributions to
default funds of central counterparties
11,522 (2)
9,794
29
NSFR derivative assets
9,378 (2)
–
30
NSFR derivative liabilities before deduction of variation margin posted
35 (2)
1,092
31
All other assets not included in the above categories
10,524
52,414
163
7,676
34,929
32
Off-balance sheet items
446,021 (2)
15,255
33
Total RSF
$
503,435
34
NSFR
115 %
$ millions, as at July 31, 2024
Weighted
value
35
Total ASF
$
569,690
36
Total RSF
$
491,722
37
NSFR
116 %
$ millions, as at October 31, 2023
Weighted
value
38
Total ASF
$
563,515
39
Total RSF
$
476,312
40
NSFR
118 %
(1) In the first quarter of 2024, we implemented the changes related to the treatment of high-interest savings account exchange-traded funds as unsecured wholesale funding
sources.
(2) No assigned time period per disclosure template design.
Our NSFR as at October 31, 2024, decreased to 115% from 116% in the prior quarter, and decreased from 118% in 2023, mainly due to an increase
in loans.
CIBC considers the impact of its business decisions on the LCR, NSFR and other liquidity risk metrics that it regularly monitors as part of a robust
liquidity risk management function. Variables that can impact the metrics month-over-month include, but are not limited to, items such as wholesale
funding activities and maturities, strategic balance sheet initiatives, and transactions and market conditions affecting collateral.
Reporting of the LCR and NSFR is calibrated centrally by Treasury, in conjunction with the SBUs and other functional groups.
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Management’s discussion and analysis
Funding
We fund our operations with client-sourced deposits, supplemented with a wide range of wholesale funding.
Our principal approach aims to fund our consolidated balance sheet with deposits primarily raised from personal and commercial banking
channels. We maintain a foundation of relationship-based core deposits, whose stability is regularly evaluated through internally developed
statistical assessments.
We routinely access a range of short-term and long-term secured and unsecured funding sources diversified by geography, depositor
type, instrument, currency and maturity. We raise long-term funding from existing programs including covered bonds, asset securitizations and
unsecured debt.
We continuously evaluate opportunities to diversify into new funding products and investor segments in an effort to maximize funding
flexibility and minimize concentration and financing costs. We regularly monitor wholesale funding levels and concentrations to internal limits
consistent with our desired liquidity risk profile.
GALCO and RMC review and approve CIBC’s funding plan, which incorporates projected asset and liability growth, funding maturities, and
output from our liquidity position forecasting.
The following table provides the contractual maturity profile of our wholesale funding sources at their carrying values:
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024
Less than
1 month
1–3
months
3–6
months
6–12
months
Less than
1 year total
1–2
years
Over
2 years
Total
Deposits from banks (1)
$
5,232 $
833 $
163 $
596 $
6,824 $
– $
– $
6,824
Certificates of deposit and commercial paper
19,464
6,749
28,533
22,102
76,848
471
13
77,332
Bearer deposit notes and bankers’ acceptances
312
637
2,577
363
3,889
–
–
3,889
Senior unsecured medium-term notes (2)
139
2,311
11,276
8,237
21,963
13,245
27,965
63,173
Senior unsecured structured notes
–
63
–
40
103
–
70
173
Covered bonds/asset-backed securities
Mortgage securitization (3)
–
447
818
584
1,849
1,852
11,721
15,422
Covered bonds
–
–
540
2,950
3,490
17,522
15,677
36,689
Cards securitization
809
117
–
1,950
2,876
1,468
–
4,344
Subordinated liabilities
–
–
–
–
–
–
7,465
7,465
Other (4)
–
–
–
–
–
–
6
6
$
25,956 $
11,157 $
43,907 $
36,822 $
117,842 $
34,558 $
62,917 $
215,317
Of which:
Secured
$
809 $
564 $
1,358 $
5,484 $
8,215 $
20,842 $
27,398 $
56,455
Unsecured
25,147
10,593
42,549
31,338
109,627
13,716
35,519
158,862
$
25,956 $
11,157 $
43,907 $
36,822 $
117,842 $
34,558 $
62,917 $
215,317
October 31, 2023
$
12,518 $
25,094 $
30,427 $
36,338 $
104,377 $
26,650 $
71,028 $
202,055
(1) Includes non-negotiable term deposits from banks.
(2) Includes wholesale funding liabilities which are subject to conversion under bail-in regulations. See the “Capital management” section for additional details.
(3) Includes $500 million (2023: nil) of HELOC securitization.
(4) Includes Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) deposits.
The following table provides the diversification of CIBC’s wholesale funding by currency:
$ billions, as at October 31
2024
2023
CAD
$
48.8
23 %
$
45.8
23 %
USD
124.3
57
113.2
56
Other
42.2
20
43.1
21
$
215.3
100 %
$
202.1
100 %
We manage liquidity risk in a manner that enables us to withstand severe liquidity stress events. Wholesale funding may present a higher risk of
run-off in stress situations, and we maintain significant portfolios of unencumbered liquid assets to mitigate this risk. See the “Liquid assets” section
for additional details.
Funding plan
Our funding plan is updated at least quarterly, or in response to material changes in underlying assumptions and business developments. The plan
incorporates projected asset and liability growth from our ongoing operations, and the output from our liquidity position forecasting.
Credit ratings
Our access to and cost of wholesale funding are dependent on multiple factors, among them credit ratings provided by rating agencies. Rating
agencies’ opinions are based upon internal methodologies, and are subject to change based on factors including, but not limited to, financial
strength, competitive position, macroeconomic backdrop and liquidity positioning.
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Our credit ratings are summarized in the following table:
As at October 31, 2024
Morningstar
DBRS
Fitch
Moody’s
S&P
Deposit/Counterparty (1)
AA
AA
Aa2
A+
Senior debt (2)
AA
AA
Aa2
A+
Bail-in senior debt (3)
AA(L)
AA-
A2
A-
Subordinated indebtedness
A(H)
A
Baa1
A-
Subordinated indebtedness – NVCC (4)
A(L)
A
Baa1
BBB+
Limited recourse capital notes – NVCC (4)(5)
BBB(H)
BBB+
Baa3
BBB-
Preferred shares – NVCC (4)(5)
Pfd-2
BBB+
Baa3
P-2(L)
Short-term debt
R-1(H)
F1+
P-1
A-1
Outlook
Stable
Stable
Stable
Stable
(1) Morningstar DBRS Long-Term Issuer Rating; Fitch Long-Term Deposit Rating and Derivative Counterparty Rating; Moody’s Long-Term Deposit and Counterparty Risk
Assessment Rating; S&P’s Issuer Credit Rating.
(2) Includes senior debt issued on or after September 23, 2018 which is not subject to bail-in regulations.
(3) Comprises liabilities which are subject to conversion under bail-in regulations. See the “Capital management” section for additional details.
(4) Comprises instruments which are treated as NVCC in accordance with OSFI’s CAR Guideline.
(5) Morningstar DBRS rating does not apply to limited recourse capital notes and associated preferred shares issued in USD. Fitch rating only applies to limited recourse
capital notes and associated preferred shares issued in USD.
Additional collateral requirements for rating downgrades
We are required to deliver collateral to certain derivative counterparties in the event of a downgrade to our current credit risk rating. The collateral
requirement is based on MTM exposure, collateral valuations, and collateral arrangement thresholds, as applicable. The following table presents the
additional cumulative collateral requirements for rating downgrades:
$ billions, as at October 31
2024
2023
One-notch downgrade
$
–
$
–
Two-notch downgrade
0.1
0.2
Three-notch downgrade
0.3
0.4
Contractual obligations
Contractual obligations give rise to commitments of future payments affecting our short- and long-term liquidity and capital resource needs. These
obligations include financial liabilities, credit and liquidity commitments, and other contractual obligations.
Assets and liabilities
The following table provides the contractual maturity profile of our on-balance sheet assets, liabilities and equity at their carrying values.
Contractual analysis is not representative of our liquidity risk exposure, however this information serves to inform our management of liquidity
risk, and provide input when modelling a behavioural balance sheet.
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024
Less than
1 month
1–3
months
3–6
months
6–9
months
9–12
months
1–2
years
2–5
years
Over
5 years
No
specified
maturity
Total
Assets
Cash and non-interest-bearing deposits with banks (1)
$
8,565 $
– $
– $
– $
– $
– $
– $
– $
– $
8,565
Interest-bearing deposits with banks
39,499
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
39,499
Securities
5,034
4,244
9,176
15,914
10,000
40,372
58,208
49,937
61,460
254,345
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
17,028
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
17,028
Securities purchased under resale agreements
46,653
15,321
12,526
3,906
3,735
1,559
7
14
–
83,721
Loans
Residential mortgages
4,890
10,761
18,694
12,763
27,832
91,451
104,067
10,214
–
280,672
Personal
996
488
892
801
948
575
4,828
5,303
31,850
46,681
Credit card
432
863
1,295
1,295
1,295
5,179
10,192
–
–
20,551
Business and government
4,282
6,850
12,453
15,271
15,697
41,432
75,522
29,998
12,794
214,299
Allowance for credit losses
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
(3,917)
(3,917)
Derivative instruments
2,623
7,153
2,957
2,144
1,677
5,650
8,151
6,080
–
36,435
Customers’ liability under acceptances
6
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
6
Other assets
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
44,100
44,100
$ 130,008 $ 45,680 $ 57,993 $ 52,094 $ 61,184 $ 186,218 $ 260,975 $ 101,546 $ 146,287 $ 1,041,985
October 31, 2023 (2)
$ 148,846 $ 41,962 $ 44,949 $ 38,144 $ 42,260 $ 151,110 $ 301,854 $
80,914 $ 125,651 $
975,690
Liabilities
Deposits (3)
$
56,215 $ 32,842 $ 72,169 $ 47,048 $ 44,437 $
46,848 $
66,255 $
21,056 $ 377,987 $
764,857
Obligations related to securities sold short
21,642
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
21,642
Cash collateral on securities lent
7,997
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
7,997
Obligations related to securities sold under
repurchase agreements
99,376
9,528
77
46
–
1,126
–
–
–
110,153
Derivative instruments
3,243
6,415
3,300
2,005
1,654
7,146
6,801
10,090
–
40,654
Acceptances
6
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
6
Other liabilities
23
48
70
69
67
268
616
867
28,176
30,204
Subordinated indebtedness
–
–
–
–
–
–
33
7,432
–
7,465
Equity
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
59,007
59,007
$ 188,502 $ 48,833 $ 75,616 $ 49,168 $ 46,158 $
55,388 $
73,705 $
39,445 $ 465,170 $ 1,041,985
October 31, 2023 (2)
$ 143,144 $ 58,442 $ 57,764 $ 58,203 $ 50,934 $
49,917 $
87,009 $
39,861 $ 430,416 $
975,690
(1) Cash includes interest-bearing demand deposits with the Bank of Canada.
(2) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(3) Comprises $252.9 billion (2023: $239.0 billion) of personal deposits; $492.0 billion (2023: $462.1 billion) of business and government deposits and secured borrowings;
and $20 billion (2023: $22.3 billion) of bank deposits.
The changes in the contractual maturity profile were primarily due to the natural migration of maturities and also reflect the impact of our regular
business activities.
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Credit-related commitments
The following table provides the contractual maturity of notional amounts of credit-related commitments. Since a significant portion of
commitments are expected to expire without being drawn upon, the total of the contractual amounts is not representative of future liquidity
requirements.
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024
Less than
1 month
1–3
months
3–6
months
6–9
months
9–12
months
1–2
years
2–5
years
Over
5 years
No specified
maturity (1)
Total
Unutilized credit commitments
$
2,511 $
9,034 $ 5,538 $
6,773 $
8,494 $ 25,926 $ 76,505 $ 3,341
$ 245,760 $ 383,882
Standby and performance letters of credit
5,406
3,689
3,293
4,641
3,545
718
668
221
–
22,181
Backstop liquidity facilities
125
22,677
55
300
10
111
456
–
–
23,734
Documentary and commercial letters of credit
38
62
24
6
35
11
7
–
–
183
Other
10,375 (2)
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
56
10,431
$ 18,455 $ 35,462 $ 8,910 $ 11,720 $ 12,084 $ 26,766 $ 77,636 $ 3,562
$ 245,816 $ 440,411
October 31, 2023 (3)
$
8,270 $ 24,767 $ 8,078 $ 11,853 $
8,917 $ 29,890 $ 72,394 $ 3,516
$ 232,656 $ 400,341
(1) Includes $189.6 billion (2023: $179.2 billion) of personal, home equity and credit card lines, which are unconditionally cancellable at our discretion.
(2) Includes forward-dated securities financing trades.
(3) Certain information has been revised to conform to the current year presentation.
Other off-balance sheet contractual obligations
The following table provides the contractual maturities of other off-balance sheet contractual obligations affecting our funding needs:
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024
Less than
1 month
1–3
months
3–6
months
6–9
months
9–12
months
1–2
years
2–5
years
Over
5 years
Total
Purchase obligations (1)
$
129
$
234
$
239
$
277
$
229
$
707 $
727
$
284 $
2,826
Investment commitments
–
1
12
–
2
1
32
480
528
Future lease commitments (2)
–
–
–
3
7
29
91
439
569
Pension contributions (3)
14
28
41
41
41
–
–
–
165
Underwriting commitments
464
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
464
$
607
$
263
$
292
$
321
$
279
$
737 $
850
$
1,203 $
4,552
October 31, 2023(2)
$
145
$
172
$
237
$
251
$
201
$
527 $
705
$
1,106 $
3,344
(1) Obligations that are legally binding agreements whereby we agree to purchase products or services with specific minimum or baseline quantities defined at fixed,
minimum or variable prices over a specified period of time are defined as purchase obligations. Purchase obligations are included through to the termination date
specified in the respective agreements, even if the contract is renewable. Many of the purchase agreements for goods and services include clauses that would allow
us to cancel the agreement prior to expiration of the contract within a specific notice period. However, the amount above includes our obligations without regard to
such termination clauses (unless actual notice of our intention to terminate the agreement has been communicated to the counterparty). The table excludes purchases
of debt and equity instruments that settle within standard market time frames.
(2) Excludes lease obligations that are accounted for under IFRS 16, which are recognized on the consolidated balance sheet, and operating and tax expenses relating to
lease commitments. The table includes lease obligations that are not accounted for under IFRS 16, including those related to future starting lease commitments for
which we have not yet recognized a lease liability and right-of-use asset.
(3) Includes estimated minimum funding contributions for our funded defined benefit pension plans in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and the Caribbean. Estimated minimum
funding contributions are included only for the next annual period as the minimum contributions are affected by various factors, such as market performance and
regulatory requirements, and are therefore subject to significant variability.
Other risks
Strategic risk
Strategic risk is the risk of ineffective or improper implementation of business strategies, including mergers, acquisitions and divestitures. It includes
the potential financial loss due to the failure of organic growth initiatives or failure to respond appropriately to changes in the business environment.
For additional details on corporate transactions, see the “Top and emerging risks” section.
Oversight of strategic risk is the responsibility of the ExCo and the Board. At least annually, the CEO outlines the process and presents the
strategic business plan to the Board for review and approval. As part of the annual planning process, Risk Management assesses the overall and
business unit strategic plans to ensure alignment with our risk appetite. The Board reviews the plan in light of management’s assessment of
emerging market trends, the competitive environment, potential risks and other key issues.
One of the tools for measuring, monitoring and controlling strategic risk is attribution of regulatory capital against this risk. Our regulatory
capital models include a strategic risk component for those businesses utilizing capital to fund an acquisition or a significant organic growth
strategy.
Operational risk
Operational risk is the risk of loss resulting from people, inadequate or failed internal processes and systems, or from external events.
Operational risk is inherent in all CIBC activities and transactions. Failure to manage operational risk can result in direct or indirect financial loss,
reputational impact, or regulatory review and penalties. The Operational Risk Management Framework (the Framework) sets out the
requirements and roles and responsibilities in managing operational risk at CIBC.
Governance and Management
Operational risk is managed through the three lines of defence model and articulated in the Operational Risk Management Framework. A strong risk
culture and communication between the three lines of defence are important characteristics of effective risk management. All three lines of defence,
including all team members are accountable for identifying, managing and mitigating operational risk within the approved Operational Risk Appetite.
For further details, see the “Management of risk – Risk overview” section.
Global Operational Risk Management (GORM), as part of Global Operational and Enterprise Risk Management, is responsible for oversight of the
enterprise-wide operational risk and control environment globally. To effectively discharge its mandate, GORM establishes frameworks, policies, related
procedures and guidelines, and develops tools, systems and processes to enable effective identification, measurement, mitigation, monitoring and
reporting of operational risks. GORM is also involved in determining the level of operational risk capital in compliance with OSFI’s guidelines. The
standardized method requires both financial and operational loss data. The bank’s general ledger is used to capture the financial components (e.g.,
income, expenses, and assets). A dedicated loss data application called the Operational Risk System (ORS) is used to capture the 10-years of
operational losses used in the loss component of the calculation. From a governance perspective, the ORCC, chaired by the Senior Vice-President,
GORM, is a forum for senior management, with representation from each of the three lines of defence, to monitor and discuss significant operational risk
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and control matters. ORCC is a sub-committee of the GRC. The GRC, chaired by the CRO, is a senior management forum for discussion and oversight
of risk appetite, risk profile and risk mitigation strategies.
Operational risk management approach
Information transparency, timely escalation, clear accountability and a robust internal control environment are the principles forming the basis of the
Operational Risk Management Framework, which supports and governs the processes of identifying, measuring, mitigating, monitoring and
reporting operational risks. We mitigate operational losses by consistently applying risk-based approaches and employing risk-specific assessment
tools. Regular review of our risk governance structure ensures clarity of, and ownership in, key risk areas.
Risk identification
Risk identification includes the process of assessing, understanding and confirming risks, on business unit operations, transactions, change
initiatives and emerging risks to ensure operational risks are proactively identified and managed. CIBC’s business lines regularly conduct reviews of
operational risks inherent in their products, services or processes and assess ways to mitigate and manage them in alignment with CIBC’s risk
appetite. These reviews include using risk and control self-assessments, audit findings, operational risk scenarios, past internal and external loss
events, key risk indicators (KRIs) trends, change initiative risk assessments and in-depth risk reviews to form a holistic operational risk profile for the
business lines. Under the three lines of defence model, GORM and relevant Control Groups challenge business lines’ risk assessments and
mitigation actions.
Risk measurement
Risk measurement is the quantification of operational risks through operational risk capital calculations, internal loss data collection and analysis,
and stress testing to understand potential operational risk exposures.
Operational loss is one of the key operational risk metrics informing us of areas of heightened risk. We collect and analyze internal operational
loss event data for themes and trends. The occurrence of a material or potential material loss triggers an investigation to determine the root causes
of the incident and the effectiveness of existing mitigating controls, as well as the identification of any additional mitigating actions. Additionally, we
monitor the external environment for emerging or potential risks to CIBC. The analysis of material operational risk events is performed by the first line
of defence and the outputs of the analysis are subject to formal independent challenge by our second line of defence. The analysis of material
operational risk events forms one component of our ongoing operational risk reporting to senior management and the Board.
A robust risk measurement practice is in place to quantify operational risk and ensure adequate capital. We use the standardized method to
quantify our operational risk exposure in the form of operational risk regulatory capital, as agreed with local regulators.
Risk mitigation
Risk mitigation is the determination of appropriate strategies and development of action plans to address operational risks to ensure residual risks
are within the CIBC risk appetite. Our primary tool for mitigating operational risk exposure is a robust internal control environment. Our Control
Framework outlines key principles, structure and processes underpinning our approach to managing risks through effective controls. Under our
framework, all key controls are subject to ongoing testing and review to ensure they effectively mitigate our operational risk exposures. In addition,
our corporate insurance program may afford additional protection from loss. These mitigants also satisfy statutory and regulatory requirements,
where applicable. Other risk transfer mechanisms can include approaches such as contractual indemnities in which the third party is responsible for
losses. Finally, our global business continuity and broader operational resilience programs are aimed at minimizing impact from severe disruptions
to our critical operations.
Risk monitoring and reporting
Risk monitoring and reporting ensures that operational risk issues, including emerging risks, are monitored and communicated to the relevant
stakeholders in a timely and transparent manner.
Both forward-looking KRIs as well as backward-looking key performance indicators provide insight into our risk exposure and are used to
monitor the main drivers of exposure associated with key operational risks and their adherence to the operational risk appetite. KRIs assist in early
detection of potential operational risk events by identifying unfavourable trends and highlighting controls that may not be designed or operating
effectively. Business lines are required to identify and implement KRIs for material risk exposures on an ongoing basis. Escalation triggers are used
to highlight risk exposures requiring additional attention from senior management and/or the Board. The second line of defence challenges the
selection of KRIs and the appropriateness of thresholds.
Our risk monitoring processes support a transparent risk-reporting program, informing both senior management and the Board of our control
environment, operational risk exposures, and mitigation strategies. Operational risk practices are continuously enhanced to increase robustness of
the operational risk management program for effective and efficient identification, measurement, mitigation, monitoring and reporting of operational
risks at CIBC.
Operational risks that may adversely impact CIBC include the following:
Anti-money laundering/anti-terrorist financing
The risk of CIBC’s potential non-conformance with global AML and ATF regulatory requirements and sanctions regulations may lead to enhanced
regulatory scrutiny, regulatory censure (i.e., cease and desist orders) and/or financial loss (i.e., regulatory, criminal or civil penalties and/or forfeiture
of assets). See the “Top and emerging risks – Anti-money laundering, anti-terrorist financing and sanctions” section for further details.
Data risk
The potential risk that may arise from failing to appropriately manage and maintain data, which can hinder CIBC’s ability to provide consistent and
accurate data that is used for a variety of purposes, such as financial reporting, regulatory reporting, or for use in analytical tools or models that can
drive business decisions. See the “Top and emerging risks – Data and Artificial Intelligence risk” section for further details.
Fraud risk
The risk relating to the intentions to defraud, misappropriate property/assets or circumvent regulations, the law or CIBC policy and can be
committed by either employees or by outsiders such as clients or third parties.
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Information security risk (including cyber security)
The risk to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of CIBC-owned information, and the information entrusted to CIBC by clients, employees,
shareholders, business partners, and third parties that if leaked, accessed without authorization or lost, could cause damage to CIBC’s business
and its customers. See the “Top and emerging risks – Technology, information and cyber security risk” section for further details.
Technology risk
The risk of compromised availability, degradation, recovery, capacity, performance, integrity of new or existing systems. See the “Top and emerging
risks – Technology, information and cyber security risk” section for further details.
Third-party risk
The potential risk that may arise from relying on a third party business arrangement between CIBC and another entity, by contract or otherwise. This
includes activities that involve outsourced products and services, use of outside consultants, networking arrangements, managed services, services
provided by affiliates and subsidiaries, joint ventures, sponsorships, no-fee contracts, and any other arrangement that involves the delivery of
business activities, functions or processes to CIBC and/or its clients. See the “Top and emerging risks – Third-party risk” section for further details.
Other operational risks include business interruption risk, conduct risk (see the “Conduct risk” section), financial reporting risk, legal risk (see the
“Reputation and legal risks” section), model risk, people risk, privacy risk, project risk, physical security and safety risk, regulatory compliance risk
(see the “Regulatory compliance risk” section) and transaction processing and execution risk.
Environmental and social risk
Environmental risk is the risk of financial loss or damage to reputation associated with environmental issues, including but not limited to climate-
related issues (see the “Top and emerging risks – Climate risk” section for additional details), whether arising from our credit and investment
activities or related to our own operations. Social risk is the potential for negative impact on our financial position, operations, legal and regulatory
compliance, or reputation stemming from social considerations associated with CIBC, an activity, transaction, product, client, third party or supplier.
These social considerations include, but are not limited to, inclusive banking (for example, accessibility, reconciliation, racial equity), human rights
(for example, modern slavery, including forced labour and child labour, human trafficking, freedom of opinion and expression), and social impacts
related to climate change.
Governance
CIBC has a Global Environmental and Social Framework, an internal policy document that provides an overview of how the bank sets and
operationalizes its ESG strategy and related policies, including how environmental and social risks are managed, in addition to outlining the
established ESG governance framework. The Global Environmental and Social Framework was originally developed in 2023 and is reviewed and
updated biennially. As environmental and social risk management requires a multi-disciplinary approach, these risk factors are considered in our
ESG governance framework, which outlines responsibilities for ESG from the Board to executive management and on to those with day-to-day
accountability for execution.
CIBC’s Board and its committees provide ongoing oversight of the continued execution of our bank-wide ESG governance framework, each
playing a distinct, but integrated role. The Corporate Governance Committee leads oversight of the execution of our ESG strategy (which includes
climate strategy), material public ESG disclosure and stakeholder engagement, and our overall ESG governance framework, and in this capacity
considers external challenges, trends and developments that should be incorporated in our strategic plans. Other Board committees lead the
oversight of specific elements of our ESG strategy and governance based on mandate, and as it pertains to environmental and social risks; in
particular, the RMC supervises key frameworks related to CIBC’s principal risks, which include climate-related risks, and the Audit Committee has
oversight of the underlying processes and controls to ensure the integrity, accuracy and reliability of ESG disclosures in the Annual Report,
Sustainability Report, and other material ESG disclosure documents.
At the senior management level, our Executive Committee is accountable for the progress on CIBC’s ESG agenda, and the Executive Vice-
President and Chief Legal Officer (CLO) is the executive lead for ESG across the enterprise, which includes leading our ESG strategy, ESG
disclosure and the execution of our ESG governance framework. In this capacity, the CLO also works closely with our CRO, who has overall
responsibility for enterprise risk management. Executive management of ESG is also facilitated through CIBC’s Senior Executive ESG Council, which
is chaired by the CLO, and has representation from all SBUs and functional groups, enabling bank-wide input and coordination on strategic ESG
initiatives in response to CIBC’s environmental and social impacts. Our Enterprise ESG team, which reports into the CLO, and is led by the Senior
Vice-President, ESG and Corporate Governance, works alongside the SBUs, functional groups and ESG subject matter experts across the bank,
such as the Environmental Risk Management team within Global Operational and Enterprise Risk Management, to advance CIBC’s ESG agenda.
Understanding that environmental and social topics and related risks are evolving, we have regular, two-way engagement with our
stakeholders and continuously assess and engage on other environmental and social issues through partnerships and industry initiatives. This helps
to ensure that we have a common understanding of this risk area and are prepared to respond.
Risk management
The Global Environmental and Social Framework outlines roles and responsibilities for risk management of environmental and social risks as a
shared responsibility between multiple risk management teams including Global Operational and Enterprise Risk Management, Conduct and
Culture Risk Management, and Third Party Risk Management, in addition to regional risk management teams.
Within CIBC’s Risk Management function, the Global Operational and Enterprise Risk Management group provides independent oversight of
the measurement, monitoring and control of environmental risks. This group is led by the Executive Vice-President, Global Operational and
Enterprise Risk Management, who has direct accountability to the CRO for environmental risk oversight. This team works closely with the Enterprise
ESG team, to ensure that environmental and social risks are integrated into our ESG strategy, as well as with the SBUs and functional groups to
ensure that environmental and social practices are applied to the banking services that we provide to our clients, the relationships we have with our
stakeholders, and to the way we manage our facilities.
Environmental risk, including but not limited to climate-related issues, and social risk are components of reputation and legal risks. These risks
are therefore assessed and mitigated according to the policies and related procedures followed for managing reputation and legal risks, including
through the Reputation Risk Management Framework, Global Reputation and Legal Risks Policy and business-specific procedures. See the
“Reputation and legal risks” section for additional information.
In addition, our Corporate Environmental Policy, which is under the overall management of the Environmental Risk Management team, describes
our approach to prudent environmental management, including climate-related issues, and assigns responsibilities for managing our environmental
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impacts. Our Corporate Environmental Policy states that CIBC will develop, implement and maintain standards and procedures to review, assess and
manage the environmental risks inherent in lending and investment activities and seek through such activities to promote sound environmental
management practices among those with whom business is conducted. For example, environmental and social evaluations are integrated into our
credit risk assessment processes, with standards and procedures in place for all sectors. In addition, environmental and social risk assessments in
project finance, project-related corporate loans and bridge loans are required, in accordance with our commitment as a signatory to the Equator
Principles (adopted in 2003), which are a voluntary set of guidelines for financial institutions based on the screening criteria from the International
Finance Corporation. An escalation process is in place for transactions with the potential to have significant environmental and social risk, with
escalation up to the Reputation and Legal Risks Committee for senior executive review, if required.
Some social risks, such as child labour or human rights violations, are components of third party risk management and are identified,
assessed, mitigated, monitored and reported as per CIBC’s Third Party Risk Management Policy (see the “Top and emerging risks – Third-party
risk” section), as well as through our Supplier Code of Conduct (see the “Human rights and codes of conduct” section).
Climate change
Climate risk is integrated into our risk management processes, beginning with our climate-related risk appetite, which is defined based on
qualitative and quantitative considerations and reflects our guiding principle of practicing sound risk management, as well as enabling us to
address stakeholders’ expectations with respect to climate risk management. Tolerance levels have been implemented into our Risk Appetite
Statements regionally and enterprise-wide for relevant SBUs. We continue to evaluate relevant metrics and will include additional quantitative
measures to our Risk Appetite Statements, as needed, as climate-related risk management practices evolve and mature.
We are actively identifying and assessing climate-related risks and how they might impact business operations, cause physical damage,
disrupt supply chains and affect global economies, and ultimately impact credit and market risk. To do this, we are continuing to develop a suite of
tools including carbon risk scoring, heat maps, scenario analysis and measuring financed emissions to give us insights into the risks at a client,
sector and portfolio level, as there is not one individual tool that can adequately measure the risks that our clients face due to climate change.
Our carbon risk scoring considers the short, medium and long-term impacts that a corporate or commercial client might face due to climate
change such as policy, technology and market shifts. It allows us to score each client on a scale of advanced to poor, referring those clients that
score poorly to our High Carbon Score Committee, made up of representatives from the relevant SBUs and risk management, to develop
appropriate action plans to mitigate the risk.
Our heat map approach also provides a visual representation of the business and government sectors that are vulnerable to climate-related
risks. Based on this heat map assessment, we assign a score to each industry and sector within our portfolio based on general exposure to physical
and transition risks. The combined weighted average score is used to infer potential credit migrations, which is used as an input into scenario
analysis to estimate potential changes in PD, expected loss and RWA. The latter is based on the Bank of Canada and OSFI pilot scenario and
provides a useful “what-if” framework to explore how climate-related risks may manifest in the future.
These risk management tools provide us with a higher level of granularity to understand how our individual portfolios behave with regard to
climate-related risks and where to focus mitigation efforts, as well as informing business decisions towards potential opportunities and areas where
we can support our clients. We will continue expanding our knowledge and exploring and assessing climate-related risk impacts as industry
standards, the regulatory environment, data quality, tools and our approach mature.
Human rights and codes of conduct
CIBC is committed to respecting human rights and stands against slavery and human trafficking throughout our business and supply chains.
We are committed to upholding human rights by incorporating global industry practices enterprise-wide, including the United Nations Guiding
Principles on Business and Human Rights, and promoting a fair, diverse and inclusive work environment. We publicly report in accordance with
applicable human rights legislation, including the United Kingdom’s Modern Slavery Act 2015, the Australian Modern Slavery Act 2018, and
Canada’s Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act. We comply with all applicable human rights laws and standards
in the jurisdictions in which we operate, including laws addressing issues such as forced and child labour, modern slavery and human trafficking,
pay equity, employment equity, health and safety, discrimination, and harassment. We expect our team members, clients, suppliers, and other third
parties with whom we have a business relationship to share our commitment to respect human rights. More information can be found in the CIBC on
Human Rights: Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement, which is available on our website.
CIBC’s Code of Conduct (Code) is an important reference point in our culture and sets out an integrated framework of key principles, policies,
guidelines and processes designed to empower team members to act in a manner consistent with the highest standards of ethical and professional
conduct. Our Code is applicable to all team members of CIBC and its wholly owned subsidiaries, except for team members in CIBC Cayman Bank
Limited and CIBC Capital Markets (Europe) S.A. (Luxembourg), which have their own codes of conduct to comply with local requirements. Each
year, all team members must attest that they have read, understood and continually abide by our Code. We also have mechanisms in place to
detect and identify potential violations of our Code, which are reviewed through the appropriate channels, in accordance with applicable laws and
CIBC policies, guidelines and processes, to determine outcomes and consequences.
Our Supplier Code of Conduct sets out the principles, standards and behaviours that our suppliers should follow, as we expect that they act
ethically and adhere to all applicable laws, rules and regulations, such as maintaining responsible labour practices and human rights, in the
jurisdictions in which they operate. We have procedures in place to assess supplier risk and to govern our contracted supplier relationships. Due
diligence reviews of new, existing and prospective suppliers require consideration of applicable ESG factors in order to mitigate these potential
risks within our supply chain.
More information on our ESG governance, policy, management and performance can be found in our Sustainability Report, which is available
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Regulatory compliance risk
Regulatory compliance risk is the risk of CIBC’s potential non-conformance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Our approach to managing and mitigating regulatory compliance risk aligns with CIBC’s Risk Appetite Statement and centers around
fostering a robust risk culture. The foundation of this approach is a comprehensive Regulatory Compliance Management (RCM) Framework. The
RCM Framework, owned by the Senior Vice-President, Chief Compliance and Privacy Officer and Global Regulatory Affairs, and approved by
the RMC, maps regulatory requirements to our internal mitigants (i.e., policies, procedures and/or controls) that evidence regulatory compliance.
Our Compliance department is responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive RCM Program, including oversight of the
RCM Framework. This department operates independently from business management and regularly reports to the RMC.
The primary responsibility for complying with all applicable regulatory requirements rests with senior management of the business and
functional groups, and extends to all employees. The Compliance department’s activities support these groups, with a particular focus on
regulatory requirements that govern the relationship between CIBC and its clients.
See the “Regulatory developments” section for further details.
Insurance risk
Insurance risk is the risk of loss arising from the obligation to pay out benefits and expenses on insurance policies in excess of expected amounts.
Unfavourable actual experience could emerge due to adverse fluctuations in timing, size and frequency of actual claims (e.g., mortality, morbidity),
policyholder behaviour (e.g., cancellation of coverage), or associated expenses.
Insurance contracts provide financial compensation to the beneficiary in the event of an insured risk occurring in exchange for premiums. We
are exposed to insurance risk in our insurance business and in our reinsurance business within the respective subsidiaries.
Senior management of the insurance and reinsurance subsidiaries have primary responsibility for managing insurance risk with oversight by
Risk Management. The insurance and reinsurance subsidiaries also have their own boards of directors, and an independent Appointed Actuary who
provide additional input to risk management oversight. Processes and oversight are in place to manage the risk to our insurance business.
Underwriting risk on business assumed is managed through risk policies that limit exposure to an individual life, to certain types of business and to
regions.
Our risk governance practices ensure strong independent oversight and control of risk within the insurance businesses. The subsidiaries’
boards outline the internal risk and control structure to manage insurance risk, which includes risk, capital and control policies, processes as well as
limits and governance. Senior management of the insurance and reinsurance subsidiaries and Risk Management attend the subsidiaries’ board
meetings.
Reputation and legal risks
Our reputation and financial soundness are of fundamental importance to us and to our clients, shareholders, third parties, regulators, team
members and communities.
Reputation risk is the risk of negative publicity regarding our business conduct or practices which, whether true or not, could significantly
harm our reputation as a leading financial institution, or could materially and adversely affect our business, operations or financial condition.
Legal risk is the risk of financial loss arising from one or more of the following factors: (a) civil, criminal or regulatory enforcement
proceedings against us; (b) our failure to correctly document, enforce or comply with contractual obligations; (c) failure to comply with our legal
obligations to clients, investors, team members, counterparties or other stakeholders; (d) failure to take appropriate legal measures to protect
our assets or security interests; or (e) misconduct by our team members or agents.
All team members at CIBC play an important role in protecting our reputation by ensuring that the highest ethical standards are followed in
how we act and what we do. Not only must we act with integrity at all times, we must also ensure that activities being conducted do not pose
undue risks to CIBC’s reputation for ethical, sound and responsible business practices. As a result, requirements for the management and
oversight of potential reputation risk are integrated throughout our framework of policies and related procedures. These processes include the
management of various risks as set out in CIBC’s Risk Appetite Statement, Risk Management Framework and Code of Conduct. Our Reputation
Risk Management Framework, Global Reputation and Legal Risks Policy and business-specific procedures outline how we safeguard our
reputation through identification, assessment, escalation and mitigation of potential reputation and legal risks. Proactive management of potential
reputation and legal risks is a key responsibility of CIBC and all our team members.
Overall governance and oversight of reputation risk is provided by the Board, primarily through the RMC of the Board. Senior management
oversight of reputation and legal risks is provided by the Reputation and Legal Risks Committee, which is a sub-committee of GRC and reports
its activities regularly to the GRC. Additionally, there are specific senior management committees across the enterprise that provide further
oversight to ensure required practices are followed and any material reputation and legal risks are identified, managed, and if required,
escalated, effectively.
Conduct risk
Conduct risk is the risk that the actions or omissions (i.e., behaviour) of CIBC, team members or third parties: do not align with our desired
culture; deliver poor, inappropriate or unfair outcomes for clients, team members or shareholders; result in adverse market practices and
outcomes; impact CIBC’s reputation as a leading financial institution; or materially and adversely affect our business, operations or financial
condition.
Our Conduct and Culture Risk Framework applies enterprise-wide and outlines the proactive management and oversight of potential
conduct risk. Every team member is accountable for the identification and management of conduct risk. The overarching principles and
requirements for maintaining appropriate conduct and addressing inappropriate conduct are covered in the CIBC Code of Conduct (the Code)
and other global, regional and business specific policies, frameworks, processes and procedures. All team members must continually abide by
the Code, and CIBC policies, frameworks, processes and procedures in carrying out the accountabilities of their role. Overall governance of
conduct risk is provided by the Board and its committees, including the CGC, as well as senior management committees.
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Accounting and control matters
Critical accounting policies and estimates
The consolidated financial statements of CIBC have been prepared in accordance with IFRS as issued by the International Accounting Standards
Board (IASB). These consolidated financial statements also comply with Section 308(4) of the Bank Act (Canada) and the requirements of OSFI. A
summary of material accounting policies is presented in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements.
Certain accounting policies require us to make judgments and estimates, some of which relate to matters that are uncertain. In particular,
changes in the judgments and estimates related to IFRS 9 can have a significant impact on the level of ECL allowance recognized and period-over-
period volatility of the provision for credit losses. Changes in the judgments and estimates required in the critical accounting policies discussed
below could have a material impact on our financial results. We have established control procedures to ensure accounting policies are applied
consistently and processes for changing methodologies are well controlled.
IFRS 17 “Insurance Contracts”
CIBC adopted IFRS 17 “Insurance Contracts” (IFRS 17) as at November 1, 2023, in place of prior guidance, IFRS 4 “Insurance Contracts” (IFRS 4).
IFRS 17 provides guidance on the recognition and measurement of insurance contracts we issue and reinsurance contracts we hold. We applied
IFRS 17 on a retrospective basis beginning on November 1, 2023, with the restatement of the 2023 comparative period. The impact of adoption is
discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements.
Use and classification of financial instruments
As a financial institution, our assets and liabilities primarily comprise financial instruments, which include deposits, securities, loans, derivatives,
repurchase agreements, and subordinated indebtedness.
We use these financial instruments for both trading and non-trading activities. Trading activities primarily include the purchase and sale of
securities and commodities, transacting in foreign exchange and derivative instruments in the course of facilitating client trades and taking
proprietary trading positions with the objective of income generation. Non-trading activities generally include the business of lending, investing,
funding, and ALM.
The use of financial instruments may either introduce or mitigate exposures to market, credit and/or liquidity risks. See the “Management of
risk” section for details on how these risks are managed.
Financial instruments are accounted for according to their classification. Judgment is applied in determining the appropriate classification of
financial instruments under IFRS 9, in particular as it relates to the assessment of whether debt financial assets meet the solely payment of principal
and interest (SPPI) test, and the assessment of the business model used to manage financial assets. For details on the accounting for these
instruments under IFRS 9, see Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements.
Determination of fair value of financial instruments
Under IFRS 9, debt, equity securities and business and government loans measured at FVTPL, obligations related to securities sold short, derivative
contracts, FVOCI securities and FVO financial instruments are carried at fair value. FVO financial instruments include certain debt securities, certain
secured borrowings, obligations related to securities sold under repurchase agreements, structured deposits and business and government
deposits. Certain retail mortgage interest rate commitments are also designated as FVO financial instruments.
IFRS 13 defines fair value to be the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability at the measurement date in an
orderly arm’s-length transaction between market participants in the principal market under current market conditions (i.e., the exit price). Fair value
measurements are categorized into levels within a fair value hierarchy based on the nature of the valuation inputs (Level 1, 2 or 3). We have an
established and documented process for determining fair value. Fair value is based on unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for the same
instrument, where available (Level 1). If active market prices or quotes are not available for an instrument, fair value is then based on valuation
models in which the significant inputs are observable (Level 2) or in which one or more of the significant inputs are non-observable (Level 3).
Estimating fair value requires the application of judgment. The type and level of judgment required is largely dependent on the amount of
observable market information available.
For instruments valued using internally developed models that use significant non-observable market inputs and are therefore classified within
Level 3 of the hierarchy, the judgment used to estimate fair value is more significant than when estimating the fair value of instruments classified
within Levels 1 and 2. To ensure that valuations are appropriate, a number of policies and controls are in place, including independent validation of
valuation inputs to external sources such as exchange quotes, broker quotes or other management-approved independent pricing sources.
The following table presents amounts, in each category of financial instruments, which are valued using valuation techniques based on Level 3
inputs. For further details of the valuation of and sensitivity associated with Level 3 financial assets and liabilities, see Note 2 to the consolidated
financial statements.
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Level 3
Total (1)
Level 3
Total (1)
Assets
Securities and loans measured at FVTPL
$
612
0.6 %
$
691
0.8 %
Equity securities designated at FVOCI
203
0.3
191
0.3
Derivative instruments
101
0.3
71
0.2
$
916
0.4 %
$
953
0.5 %
Liabilities
Deposits and other liabilities (2)
$
416
1.0 %
$
242
0.7 %
Derivative instruments
1,083
2.7
1,874
4.5
$
1,499
1.3 %
$
2,116
2.1 %
(1) Represents the percentage of Level 3 assets and liabilities over total assets and liabilities for each reported category that are carried on the consolidated balance sheet at
fair value.
(2) Includes FVO deposits and bifurcated embedded derivatives.
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Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements presents the valuation methods used to determine fair value showing separately those financial
instruments that are carried at fair value on the consolidated balance sheet and those that are not.
In order to reflect the observed market practice of pricing collateralized and uncollateralized derivatives, our valuation approach uses
overnight indexed swap curves as the discount rate in the valuation of collateralized derivatives and market cost of funding in the valuation of
uncollateralized derivatives. The use of a market cost of funds curve reduces the fair value of uncollateralized derivative assets incremental to the
reduction in fair value for credit risk already reflected through the CVA. In contrast, the use of a market cost of funds curve reduces the fair value of
uncollateralized derivative liabilities in a manner that generally includes adjustments for our own credit. As market practices continue to evolve in
regard to derivative valuation, further adjustments may be required in the future.
Fair value adjustments
We apply judgment in establishing valuation adjustments that take into account various factors that may have an impact on the valuation of financial
instruments that are carried at fair value on the consolidated balance sheet. Such factors include, but are not limited to, the bid-offer spread,
illiquidity due to lack of market depth and other market risks, parameter uncertainty, model risk, and credit risk.
The establishment of fair value adjustments involves estimates that are based on accounting processes and judgments by management. We
evaluate the adequacy of the fair value adjustments on an ongoing basis. The level of fair value adjustments could change as events warrant and
may not reflect ultimate realizable amounts.
As at October 31, 2024, the total valuation adjustments related to financial instruments carried at fair value on the consolidated balance sheet
was $336 million (2023: $373 million), primarily related to credit risk, bid-offer spreads, and parameter uncertainty of our derivative assets and
liabilities, as well as adjustments recognized for valuing our uncollateralized derivative assets and liabilities based on an estimated market cost of
funds curve.
Impairment of financial assets
Under IFRS 9, we establish and maintain ECL allowances for all debt instrument financial assets classified as amortized cost or FVOCI. In addition,
the ECL allowances apply to loan commitments and financial guarantees that are not measured at FVTPL.
ECL allowances represent credit losses that reflect an unbiased and probability-weighted amount that is determined by evaluating a range of
possible outcomes, the time value of money and reasonable and supportable information about past events, current conditions and forecasts of
future economic conditions. One of the objectives of IFRS 9 is to record lifetime losses on all financial instruments that have experienced a
significant increase in credit risk since their initial recognition. As a result, ECL allowances are measured at amounts equal to either: (i) 12-month
ECL; or (ii) lifetime ECL for those financial instruments that have experienced a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition or when
there is objective evidence of impairment.
Key drivers of expected credit loss
The ECL impairment requirements of IFRS 9 require that we make judgments and estimates related to matters that are uncertain. In particular, the
ECL requirements of IFRS 9 incorporate the following elements that are subject to a high level of judgment:
•
Determining when a significant increase in credit risk of a loan has occurred;
•
Measuring both 12-month and lifetime credit losses; and
•
Forecasting forward-looking information for multiple scenarios and determining the probability weighting of each scenario.
In addition, the interrelationship between these elements is also subject to a high degree of judgment. Changes in the judgments and estimates
related to IFRS 9 can have a significant impact on the level of ECL allowance recognized and the period-over-period volatility of the provision for
credit losses. Changes in a particular period could have a material impact on our financial results. We continue to operate in an uncertain
macroeconomic environment. As a result, a heightened level of judgment is required to estimate ECLs. Actual results could differ from these
estimates and assumptions. See Note 5 to our consolidated financial statements for more information concerning the high level of judgment inherent
in the estimation of ECL allowance under IFRS 9.
Use of the regulatory framework
Our ECL models leverage the data, systems and processes that are used to calculate Basel expected loss regulatory adjustments for the portion of
our retail and business and government portfolios under the IRB approach. Significant judgment is applied in leveraging the data and modelling
techniques used to calculate Basel risk parameters to meet IFRS 9 requirements, including the conversion of through-the-cycle estimates to the
point-in-time parameters used under IFRS 9 that consider forward-looking information. In addition, credit losses under IFRS 9 are 12 months for
stage 1 financial instruments and lifetime for stage 2 and stage 3 financial instruments, compared to 12 months for IRB portfolios under Basel. The
main differences between Basel risk parameters and IFRS 9 parameters are explained in the table below:
Regulatory Capital
IFRS 9
PD
Through-the-cycle PD represents long-run average PD
throughout a full economic cycle
Point-in-time 12-month or lifetime PD based on current conditions
and relevant forward-looking assumptions
LGD
Downturn LGD based on losses that would be expected in an
economic downturn and subject to certain regulatory floors
Discounted using the cost of capital or opportunity cost
Unbiased probability-weighted LGD based on estimated LGD
including impact of relevant forward-looking assumptions such as
changes in collateral value
Discounted using the original effective interest rate
EAD
Based on the drawn balance plus expected utilization of any
undrawn portion prior to default, and cannot be lower than the
drawn balance
Amortization and repayment of principal and interest from the
balance sheet date to the default date is also captured
Other
ECL is discounted from the default date to the reporting date
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Attribution of provision for credit losses
We recognize provision for credit losses on both impaired (stage 3) and performing (stages 1 and 2) loans in the respective SBUs. Provision for
credit losses recognized directly on our consolidated statement of income is in respect to financial instruments classified as loans and bankers’
acceptances. Provision for credit losses for FVOCI debt securities and amortized cost securities are recognized in Gains (losses) from debt
securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost, net in the consolidated statement of income.
Hedge accounting
The IFRS 9 hedge accounting guidance is intended to better align the accounting with risk management activities. However, IFRS 9 allows the
existing hedge accounting requirements under IAS 39 to continue in place of the hedge accounting requirements under IFRS 9. As permitted, we
previously elected to not adopt the IFRS 9 hedge accounting requirements and instead retained the IAS 39 hedge accounting requirements. As
required, we have adopted the hedge accounting disclosure requirements under amendments to IFRS 7 that were effective in 2018. As a result of
interest rate benchmark reform, we applied the relief provided in the “Interest Rate Benchmark Reform: Amendments to IFRS 9, IAS 39 and IFRS 7”
(Phase 1 amendments) and the “Interest Rate Benchmark Reform: Phase 2 Amendments to IFRS 9, IAS 39, IFRS 7, IFRS 4, and IFRS 16” (Phase 2
amendments) that we previously adopted as of November 1, 2019 and November 1, 2020, respectively.
Securitizations and structured entities
Securitization of our own assets
Under IFRS 10 “Consolidated Financial Statements” (IFRS 10), judgment is exercised in determining whether an investor controls an investee
including assessing whether the investor has: (i) power over the investee; (ii) exposure, or rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the
investee; and (iii) the ability to affect those returns through its power over the investee. Power may be exercised through voting or similar rights or, in
the case of SEs, through contractual arrangements that direct the relevant activities of the investee. When voting rights are not relevant in deciding
whether CIBC has power over an entity, particularly for complex SEs, the assessment of control considers all facts and circumstances, including the
purpose and design of the investee, its relationship with other parties and each party’s ability to make decisions over significant activities, and
whether CIBC is acting as a principal or as an agent.
We sponsor several SEs that have purchased and securitized our own assets including Cards II Trust and HELOCS Trust, which we
consolidate under IFRS 10.
We also securitize our own mortgage assets through a government-sponsored securitization program. We sell these securitized assets to a
government-sponsored securitization vehicle that we do not consolidate, as well as to other third parties. IFRS 9 provides guidance on when to
derecognize financial assets. A financial asset is derecognized when the contractual rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired, or
when we have transferred the rights to receive cash flows from the asset such that:
•
We have transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset; or
•
We have neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but have transferred control of the asset.
We have determined that our securitization activities related to residential mortgages, cards receivables and HELOCs are accounted for as secured
borrowing transactions because we have not met the aforementioned criteria.
Securities lending and repurchase transactions generally do not result in the transfer of substantially all the risks and rewards of the securities
and as a result do not result in derecognition of the securities.
Securitization of third-party assets
We also sponsor several SEs that acquire direct or indirect ownership or security interests in pools of financial assets from our clients and finance
the acquisitions by issuing ABCP to investors. We consider a number of factors in determining whether CIBC controls these SEs. We monitor the
extent to which we support these SEs, through direct investment in the debt issued by the SEs and through the provision of liquidity protection to the
other debtholders, to assess whether we should consolidate these entities.
IFRS 10 also requires that we reconsider our consolidation assessment if facts and circumstances relevant to the entities indicate that there are
changes to one or more of the three elements of control described above. Factors that trigger reassessment include, but are not limited to,
significant changes in ownership structure of the entities, changes in contractual or governance arrangements, provision of a liquidity facility beyond
the original terms, transactions with the entities that were not contemplated originally and changes in the financing structure of the entities.
Specifically, in relation to our multi-seller conduits, we would reconsider our consolidation assessment if our level of interest in the ABCP issued
by the conduits changes significantly, or in the rare event that the liquidity facility that we provide to the conduits is drawn or amended.
A significant increase in our holdings of the outstanding commercial paper issued by the conduits would become more likely in a scenario in
which the market for bank-sponsored ABCP suffered a significant deterioration such that the conduits were unable to roll their ABCP.
For additional information on the securitizations of our own assets and third-party assets, see the “Financial condition – Off-balance sheet
arrangements” section and Note 6 to the consolidated financial statements.
Leases
As a lessee, we recognize a right-of-use asset and a corresponding lease liability based on the present value of future lease payments, less any
lease incentives receivable, when the lessor makes the leased asset available for use to CIBC. We apply judgment in determining the appropriate
lease term, which is based on the non-cancellable portion of the lease term, adjusted for any renewal or termination options that are reasonably
certain to be exercised. In accounting for the lease, we also determine the appropriate discount rates based on the rate implicit in the lease, if
determinable, or on CIBC’s incremental borrowing rate.
As an intermediate lessor for office space, we apply judgment to classify a sublease as an operating or finance sublease based on whether
substantially all of the risks and rewards related to the underlying right-of-use asset are transferred to the sub-lessee. If classified as a finance
sublease, the related right-of-use asset is derecognized and an investment in sublease is recognized based on the head lease discount rate unless
the rate implicit in the sublease is determinable. Where a finance sublease includes lease and non-lease components, we allocate the total
consideration in the contract to each component based on our estimation of the standalone prices for each of these components. The investment in
sublease is subsequently measured using the effective interest rate method, with interest income recognized over the term of the sublease. Rental
income from operating subleases is recognized on a systematic basis over the lease term. For both finance and operating subleases, we apply
similar judgments as when we are acting as a lessee to determine the appropriate lease term.
We are also lessors in both financing leases and operating leases related to equipment financing activities for our clients. Judgement is applied to
classify these leases as a financing lease or as an operating lease based on whether substantially all the risks and rewards related to ownership of the
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leased asset are transferred to the lessee. In a financing lease, the leased asset is derecognized and a net investment in the lease is recognized, which
is initially measured as the present value of the lease payments to be received from the lessee and any unguaranteed residual value we expect to
recover at the end of the lease, discounted at the interest rate implicit in the lease. The net investment in the financing lease is presented as part of
Business and government loans on our consolidated balance sheet.
Asset impairment
Goodwill
As at October 31, 2024, we had goodwill of $5,443 million (2023: $5,425 million). Goodwill is not amortized, but is tested, at least annually, for
impairment by comparing the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit (CGU) to which goodwill has been allocated, with the carrying amount
of the CGU including goodwill. Any deficiency is recognized as impairment of goodwill. The recoverable amount of a CGU is defined as the higher
of its estimated fair value less cost to sell and its value in use. Goodwill is also required to be tested for impairment whenever there are indicators
that it may be impaired.
Estimation of the recoverable amount is an area of significant judgment. Recoverable amounts are estimated using internally developed
models that require the use of significant assumptions including forecasted earnings, discount rates, growth rates, forecasted regulatory capital
requirements, and price-earnings multiples. Reductions in the estimated recoverable amount could arise from various factors, such as reductions in
forecasted cash flows, an increase in the assumed level of required capital, and any adverse changes to the discount rate or terminal growth rates
either in isolation or in any combination thereof. Where our estimated recoverable amount is not significantly in excess of the carrying amount of the
CGU, additional judgment is required, and reductions in the recoverable amount are more likely to result in an impairment charge.
In the fourth quarter of 2024, we performed our annual impairment test. We concluded that the recoverable amounts of our CGUs were in
excess of their carrying amounts.
For additional information, see Note 8 to the consolidated financial statements.
Other intangible assets and long-lived assets
As at October 31, 2024, we had other intangible assets with an indefinite life of $116 million (2023: $116 million) and with a definite life of
$199 million (2023: $259 million). Acquired intangible assets are separately recognized if the benefits of the intangible assets are obtained through
contractual or other legal rights, or if the intangible assets can be sold, transferred, licensed, rented, or exchanged. Determining the useful lives of
intangible assets requires judgment and fact-based analysis.
Intangible assets with an indefinite life are not amortized but are assessed for impairment by comparing the recoverable amount to the
carrying amount. The recoverable amount is defined as the higher of the estimated fair value less cost to sell and value in use. An impairment test is
required at least annually, or whenever there are indicators that these assets may be impaired. On October 31, 2023, CIBC Caribbean announced
its intent to rebrand as CIBC, and we therefore recognized an impairment charge of $27 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 related to the
impairment of the indefinite-lived brand name intangible asset acquired as part of the CIBC Caribbean acquisition.
Long-lived assets and other identifiable intangible assets with a definite life are amortized over their estimated useful lives. These assets are
tested for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount is higher than the recoverable amount.
Determining the recoverable amount of intangible assets and long-lived assets is an area of judgment as we estimate the future cash flows
expected to result from the use of the asset and, where appropriate, cash flows arising from the asset’s eventual disposition.
For additional information, see Note 8 to the consolidated financial statements.
Income taxes
We are committed to responsible tax practices. We exercise active tax governance and tax compliance processes in accordance with the statutory
obligations of all jurisdictions in which we operate. We seek to manage tax risk to ensure any financial exposure is well understood and remains
consistent with our strategy and overall risk appetite.
We are subject to income tax laws in the various jurisdictions where we operate, and the complex tax laws are potentially subject to different
interpretations by us and the relevant taxation authority. Management judgment is applied in the interpretation of the relevant tax laws and in
estimating the expected timing and amount of the provision for current and deferred income taxes based on an assessment of the relevant factors.
Current tax is calculated using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted as at the reporting date. For Canadian income taxes, substantively
enacted is generally interpreted to occur at the point of a third reading in a Canadian Parliament held by a minority government, or the first reading
in a Canadian Parliament held by a majority government.
Deferred tax assets or liabilities are determined for each temporary difference based on the tax rates that are expected to be in effect in the
period that the assets are realized or the liabilities are settled, based on the laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted as at the
reporting date.
Deferred tax liabilities are not recognized on temporary differences arising on our NIFOs if they are not expected to reverse in the foreseeable
future and we expect to control the timing of reversal. Deferred tax assets are not recognized on temporary differences arising on our NIFOs if they are
not expected to reverse in the foreseeable future or it is not probable future taxable profits will be available against which these deductible temporary
differences can be utilized.
We assess quarterly the probability that our deferred tax assets will be realized prior to their expiration and determine if any portion of our
deferred tax assets should not be recognized.
For further details on our income taxes, see Note 18 to the consolidated financial statements.
Contingent liabilities and provisions
Legal proceedings and other contingencies
In the ordinary course of its business, CIBC is a party to a number of legal proceedings, including regulatory investigations, in which claims for
substantial monetary damages are asserted against CIBC and its subsidiaries. Legal provisions are established if, in the opinion of management, it
is both probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to resolve the matter, and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of
the obligation. If the reliable estimate of probable loss involves a range of potential outcomes within which a specific amount appears to be a better
estimate, that amount is accrued. If no specific amount within the range of potential outcomes appears to be a better estimate than any other
amount, the mid-point in the range is accrued. In some instances, however, it is not possible either to determine whether an obligation is probable or
to reliably estimate the amount of loss, in which case no accrual can be made.
While there is inherent difficulty in predicting the outcome of legal proceedings, based on current knowledge and in consultation with legal counsel,
we do not expect the outcome of these matters, individually or in aggregate, to have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial statements.
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However, the outcome of these matters, individually or in aggregate, may be material to our operating results for a particular reporting period. We
regularly assess the adequacy of CIBC’s litigation accruals and make the necessary adjustments to incorporate new information as it becomes
available.
A description of significant ongoing matters to which CIBC is a party can be found in Note 21 to the consolidated financial statements. The
provisions disclosed in Note 21 include accruals for legal matters as at October 31, 2024, including amounts related to the significant legal
proceedings described in that note and to other legal matters. Tax examinations and disputes are excluded. Income tax matters are reflected in
Note 18 to the consolidated financial statements.
Note 21 also includes information on reasonably possible losses over and above amounts that have been accrued, which are losses that are
neither probable, nor remote, for significant legal matters for which an estimate can be made.
Post-employment and other long-term benefit plan assumptions
We sponsor a number of benefit plans to eligible employees, including registered and supplemental pension plans, and post-retirement medical
and dental plans (other post-employment benefit plans). We also continue to sponsor long-term disability medical and dental benefit plans
(collectively, other long-term benefit plans).
The calculation of net defined benefit plan expense and obligations depends on various actuarial assumptions such as discount rates, health-
care cost trend rates, turnover of employees, projected salary increases, retirement age and mortality rates. The actuarial assumptions used for
determining the net defined benefit plan expense for a fiscal year are set at the beginning of the annual reporting period, are reviewed in
accordance with accepted actuarial practice and are approved by management.
The discount rate assumption used in measuring the net defined benefit plan expense and obligations reflects market yields, as of the
measurement date, on high-quality debt instruments with a currency and term to maturity that match the currency and expected timing of benefit
payments. Our discount rate is estimated by developing a yield curve based on high-quality corporate bonds. While there is a deep market of high-
quality corporate bonds denominated in Canadian dollars with short and medium terms to maturity, there is not a deep market in bonds with terms
to maturity that match the timing of all the expected benefit payments for all of our Canadian plans. As a result, for our Canadian pension, other
post-employment and other long-term benefit plans, we estimate the yields of high-quality corporate bonds with longer-term maturities by
extrapolating current yields on bonds with short- and medium-term durations along the yield curve. Judgment is required in constructing the yield
curve, and as a result, different methodologies applied in constructing the yield curve can give rise to different discount rates.
For further details of our annual pension and other post-employment expense and obligations, see Note 1 and Note 17 to the consolidated
financial statements.
Self-managed loyalty points program
We sponsor certain self-managed credit card loyalty points programs for which we recognize credit card loyalty point liabilities that are subject to
periodic remeasurement to reflect the expected cost of redemption as this expectation changes over time. The calculation of the expected cost of
redemption requires the use of judgment and depends on various assumptions, including estimation of the cost per point and the long-term
redemption rate.
For further details on our self-managed loyalty points programs, see Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements.
Accounting developments
For details on future accounting policy changes, refer to Note 30 to our consolidated financial statements.
Other regulatory developments
Interest rate benchmark reform
Various interest rate and other indices previously deemed to be “benchmarks” including the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) and Canadian
Dollar Offered Rate (CDOR) were the subject of international regulatory guidance and reforms. Regulators in various jurisdictions had advocated for
the transition from these rates to alternative benchmark rates, based upon risk-free rates determined using actual market transactions. Prior to the
change in regulatory guidance, a significant number of CIBC’s derivatives, securities, and lending and deposit contracts referenced the legacy
benchmark rates, including contracts with maturity dates that extended beyond the cessation dates announced by the regulators.
To manage and coordinate all aspects of the transition to alternative rates, CIBC had established an Enterprise IBOR Transition Program
(Program). The Program was supported by a formal governance structure and dedicated working groups that included stakeholders from frontline
businesses as well as functional groups such as Treasury, Technology and Operations, Risk Management, Legal, and Finance, to facilitate the
transition.
Consistent with regulatory expectations, we transitioned our exposures from Sterling, Japanese yen, Swiss franc and Euro LIBOR settings to
the new alternative rates in fiscal 2022. We completed the transition of our USD LIBOR referenced contracts to alternative rates as of June 30, 2023.
As a result of the Financial Conduct Authority’s announcement that the LIBOR administrator will continue to publish certain USD LIBOR settings on a
non-representative synthetic basis after June 30, 2023, for a limited period to allow market participants to use such rates in legacy contracts, we
continue to have subordinated debenture liabilities amounting to US$48 million that continue to reference LIBOR.
Consistent with regulatory expectations, no new derivatives or securities referenced to CDOR were originated after June 30, 2023, with limited
permitted exceptions. We completed the transition of CDOR and bankers’ acceptance based contracts, including centrally cleared derivatives, to
alternative rates in the third quarter of 2024 in alignment with regulatory expectations. We continue to make information available to our clients,
advising them on recent developments.
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Special Assessment
On November 16, 2023, the FDIC Board of Directors approved the final ruling to implement a special assessment on certain insured U.S. depository
institutions to recover the cost associated with protecting uninsured depositors following the closures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. Our
U.S. depository institution, CIBC Bank USA, is subject to this special assessment and recognized a cumulative net pre-tax charge of $103 million
(US$77 million) in fiscal 2024 based on our expectations of the total payable amount. The first and the second assessment payments were made in
June and September 2024, respectively, with eight additional quarterly payments to follow. The special assessment remains subject to adjustment
by the FDIC based on the revised estimated and actual losses incurred from the receivership process.
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OSFI Guideline E-21 – Operational Risk and Resilience
On August 22, 2024, OSFI published the final Guideline E-21, which sets expectations for FRFIs to prepare for and recover from severe disruptive
events. The guideline enhances expectations for operational risk management and establishes new expectations related to operational resilience,
business continuity risk management, crisis management, change management, and data risk management. FRFIs are expected to immediately
adhere to operational risk management expectations in sections 1 and 2 (Governance and Operational Risk Management, respectively), section 4
(Key areas of operational risk management that strengthen operational resilience – business continuity, crisis management, change management
and data risk) by September 1, 2025, Operational resiliency by September 2026 and testing for all critical operations by September 1, 2027.
Related-party transactions
We have various processes in place to ensure that the relevant related-party information is identified and reported to the CGC of the Board on a
quarterly basis, as required by the Bank Act (Canada). The CGC has the responsibility for reviewing our policies and practices in identifying
transactions with our related parties that may materially affect us, and reviewing the associated procedures for promoting compliance with the Bank
Act (Canada).
In the ordinary course of business, we provide banking services and enter into transactions with related parties on terms similar to those
offered to unrelated parties. Related parties include key management personnel(1), their close family members, and entities that they or their close
family members control or jointly control. Related parties also include associates and joint ventures accounted for under the equity method, and
post-employment benefit plans for CIBC employees. Loans to these related parties are made in the ordinary course of business and on substantially
the same terms as for comparable transactions with unrelated parties. We offer a subsidy on annual fees and preferential interest rates on credit
card balances to senior officers which is the same offer extended to all employees of CIBC. In addition, CIBC offers deferred share and other plans
to non-employee directors, executives, and certain other key employees. Details of our compensation of key management personnel(1) and our
investments in equity-accounted associates and joint ventures are disclosed in Notes 16, 17, 23 and 24 to the consolidated financial statements.
(1)
Key management personnel are defined as those persons having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of CIBC directly or
indirectly and comprise the members of the Board (referred to as directors), ExCo and certain named officers per the Bank Act (Canada) (collectively referred to as senior
officers). Board members who are also ExCo members are included as senior officers.
Policy on the Scope of Services of the Shareholders’ Auditor
The “Policy on the Scope of Services of the Shareholders’ Auditor” sets out the parameters for the engagement of the shareholders’ auditor by CIBC
that are consistent with applicable law, including the U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and SEC rules. The policy requires the Audit Committee’s
pre-approval of all work performed by the shareholders’ auditor and prohibits CIBC from engaging the shareholders’ auditor for “prohibited”
services. The Audit Committee is accountable for the oversight of the work of the shareholders’ auditor and for an annual assessment of the
engagement team’s qualifications, performance and independence, including lead audit partner rotation. The Audit Committee is also responsible
for conducting a periodic comprehensive review of the external auditor at least every five years. The Audit Committee’s oversight activities over the
shareholders’ auditor are disclosed in our Management Proxy Circular.
Controls and procedures
Disclosure controls and procedures
CIBC’s disclosure controls and procedures are designed to provide reasonable assurance that relevant information is accumulated and
communicated to CIBC’s management, including the President and CEO and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), to allow timely decisions regarding
required disclosure.
CIBC’s management, with the participation of the President and CEO and the CFO, has evaluated the effectiveness of CIBC’s disclosure controls
and procedures as at October 31, 2024 (as defined in the rules of the SEC and the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA)). Based on that
evaluation, the President and CEO and the CFO have concluded that such disclosure controls and procedures were effective.
Management’s annual report on internal control over financial reporting
CIBC’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting for CIBC.
Internal control over financial reporting is a process designed by, or under the supervision of, the President and CEO and the CFO and
effected by the Board, management and other personnel to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the
preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with IFRS as issued by the IASB. CIBC’s internal control over financial
reporting includes those policies and procedures that: (i) pertain to the maintenance of records, that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly
reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of CIBC; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to
permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS as issued by the IASB, and that receipts and expenditures of CIBC are being
made only in accordance with authorizations of CIBC’s management and directors; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or
timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of CIBC’s assets that could have a material effect on the consolidated financial
statements.
All internal control systems, no matter how well designed, have inherent limitations and may not prevent or detect misstatements on a timely
basis. Therefore, even those systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement
preparation and presentation.
CIBC’s management has used the Internal Control – Integrated Framework that was published in 2013 by the COSO as the basis to evaluate
the effectiveness of CIBC’s internal control over financial reporting.
As at October 31, 2024, management assessed the effectiveness of CIBC’s internal control over financial reporting and concluded that such
internal control was effective.
Ernst & Young LLP, the shareholders’ auditor, has audited the consolidated financial statements of CIBC for the year ended October 31, 2024,
and has also issued a report on internal control over financial reporting under standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
(United States).
Changes in internal control over financial reporting
There have been no changes in CIBC’s internal control over financial reporting during the year ended October 31, 2024, that have materially
affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, its internal control.
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Supplementary annual financial information
Average balance sheet, net interest income and margin
Average balance (1)
Interest
Average rate
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
2022
2024
2023
2022 2024
2023
2022
Domestic assets (2)
Cash and deposits with banks
$
12,159 $
23,261 $
24,833 $
774 $
1,265 $
384
6.37 %
5.44 %
1.55 %
Securities
114,317
99,012
88,483
5,473
4,629
2,072
4.79
4.68
2.34
Securities borrowed or purchased under resale
agreements
30,394
30,377
29,606
1,691
1,646
509
5.56
5.42
1.72
Loans
Residential mortgages
269,759
265,871
256,600
12,454
11,236
6,722
4.62
4.23
2.62
Personal
43,476
43,029
41,687
3,638
3,382
2,075
8.37
7.86
4.98
Credit card
18,687
16,335
13,236
2,480
2,080
1,687 13.27
12.73
12.75
Business and government
103,026
97,113
86,543
6,831
5,888
2,795
6.63
6.06
3.23
Total loans
434,948
422,348
398,066
25,403
22,586
13,279
5.84
5.35
3.34
Other interest-bearing assets
4,699
5,556
9,488
254
254
123
5.41
4.57
1.30
Derivative instruments
14,484
15,569
15,426
–
–
–
–
–
–
Customers’ liability under acceptances
5,907
11,497
11,909
–
–
–
–
–
–
Other non-interest-bearing assets
21,076
23,779
25,385
–
–
–
–
–
–
Total domestic assets
637,984
631,399
603,196
33,595
30,380
16,367
5.27
4.81
2.71
Foreign assets (2)
Cash and deposits with banks
43,717
36,817
34,703
2,115
1,612
324
4.84
4.38
0.93
Securities
125,979
97,449
88,234
4,087
2,712
1,350
3.24
2.78
1.53
Securities borrowed or purchased under resale
agreements
67,679
53,527
49,196
4,120
2,920
666
6.09
5.46
1.35
Loans
Residential mortgages
5,569
5,294
4,941
267
251
187
4.79
4.74
3.78
Personal
1,319
1,335
1,347
98
65
65
7.43
4.87
4.83
Credit card
151
143
133
32
30
28 21.19
20.98
21.05
Business and government
96,332
94,599
84,337
7,701
6,894
3,103
7.99
7.29
3.68
Total loans
103,371
101,371
90,758
8,098
7,240
3,383
7.83
7.14
3.73
Other interest-bearing assets
2,566
2,480
2,522
170
155
89
6.63
6.25
3.53
Derivative instruments
15,075
16,866
24,127
–
–
–
–
–
–
Other non-interest-bearing assets
8,762
8,212
7,477
–
–
–
–
–
–
Total foreign assets
367,149
316,722
297,017
18,590
14,639
5,812
5.06
4.62
1.96
Total assets
$
1,005,133 $
948,121 $
900,213 $
52,185 $
45,019 $
22,179
5.19 %
4.75 %
2.46 %
Domestic liabilities (2)
Deposits
Personal
$
224,154 $
214,833 $
204,075 $
5,759 $
4,474 $
1,535
2.57 %
2.08 %
0.75 %
Business and government
228,570
232,733
224,303
11,710
11,395
3,662
5.12
4.90
1.63
Bank
1,990
1,219
1,513
71
35
9
3.57
2.87
0.59
Secured borrowings
46,278
44,538
43,892
2,554
2,324
862
5.52
5.22
1.96
Total deposits
500,992
493,323
473,783
20,094
18,228
6,068
4.01
3.69
1.28
Derivative instruments
17,904
19,507
15,581
–
–
–
–
–
–
Acceptances
5,913
11,497
11,910
–
–
–
–
–
–
Obligations related to securities sold short
19,526
15,236
18,496
517
334
333
2.65
2.19
1.80
Obligations related to securities lent or sold
under repurchase agreements
18,527
22,139
18,594
1,155
1,181
301
6.23
5.33
1.62
Other liabilities
17,963
19,159
23,979
263
292
86
1.46
1.52
0.36
Subordinated indebtedness
7,349
6,470
5,901
505
453
200
6.87
7.00
3.39
Total domestic liabilities
588,174
587,331
568,244
22,534
20,488
6,988
3.83
3.49
1.23
Foreign liabilities (2)
Deposits
Personal
22,420
19,891
18,689
635
419
108
2.83
2.11
0.58
Business and government
189,217
172,446
157,085
8,409
6,871
1,535
4.44
3.98
0.98
Bank
23,951
23,110
20,842
1,113
932
121
4.65
4.03
0.58
Secured borrowings
4,515
4,172
3,290
225
183
55
4.98
4.39
1.67
Total deposits
240,103
219,619
199,906
10,382
8,405
1,819
4.32
3.83
0.91
Derivative instruments
18,634
21,133
24,369
–
–
–
–
–
–
Obligations related to securities sold short
2,609
2,524
2,789
108
74
47
4.14
2.93
1.69
Obligations related to securities lent or sold
under repurchase agreements
93,953
62,000
53,750
5,179
3,102
642
5.51
5.00
1.19
Other liabilities
5,230
4,146
3,013
282
120
39
5.39
2.89
1.29
Subordinated indebtedness
75
100
97
5
5
3
6.67
5.00
3.09
Total foreign liabilities
360,604
309,522
283,924
15,956
11,706
2,550
4.42
3.78
0.90
Total liabilities
948,778
896,853
852,168
38,490
32,194
9,538
4.06
3.59
1.12
Shareholders’ equity
56,116
51,055
47,851
–
–
–
–
–
–
Non-controlling interests
239
213
194
–
–
–
–
–
–
Total liabilities and equity
$
1,005,133 $
948,121 $
900,213 $
38,490 $
32,194 $
9,538
3.83 %
3.40 %
1.06 %
Net interest income and net interest margin (3)
$
13,695 $
12,825 $
12,641
1.36 %
1.35 %
1.40 %
Additional disclosures: Non-interest-bearing deposit liabilities
Domestic
$
78,749 $
83,530 $
92,579
Foreign
19,779
22,990
25,950
(1) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(2) Classification as domestic or foreign is based on domicile of debtor or customer.
(3) Net interest income as a percentage of average assets.
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Volume/rate analysis of changes in net interest income
$ millions
2024/2023
2023/2022
Increase (decrease) due to change in:
Increase (decrease) due to change in:
Average
balance
Average
rate
Total
Average
balance
Average
rate
Total
Domestic assets (1)
Cash and deposits with banks
$
(604)
$
113
$
(491)
$
(24)
$
905
$
881
Securities
716
128
844
247
2,310
2,557
Securities borrowed or purchased under resale agreements
1
44
45
13
1,124
1,137
Loans
Residential mortgages
164
1,054
1,218
243
4,271
4,514
Personal
35
221
256
67
1,240
1,307
Credit card
299
101
400
395
(2)
393
Business and government
359
584
943
341
2,752
3,093
Total loans
857
1,960
2,817
1,046
8,261
9,307
Other interest-bearing assets
(39)
39
–
(51)
182
131
Change in domestic interest income
931
2,284
3,215
1,231
12,782
14,013
Foreign assets (1)
Cash and deposits with banks
302
201
503
20
1,268
1,288
Securities
794
581
1,375
141
1,221
1,362
Securities borrowed or purchased under resale agreements
772
428
1,200
59
2,195
2,254
Loans
Residential mortgages
13
3
16
13
51
64
Personal
(1)
34
33
(1)
1
–
Credit card
2
–
2
2
–
2
Business and government
126
681
807
378
3,413
3,791
Total loans
140
718
858
392
3,465
3,857
Other interest-bearing assets
5
10
15
(1)
67
66
Change in foreign interest income
2,013
1,938
3,951
611
8,216
8,827
Total change in interest income
$
2,944
$
4,222
$
7,166
$
1,842
$
20,998
$
22,840
Domestic liabilities (1)
Deposits
Personal
$
194
$
1,091
$
1,285
$
81
$
2,858
$
2,939
Business and government
(204)
519
315
138
7,595
7,733
Bank
22
14
36
(2)
28
26
Secured borrowings
91
139
230
13
1,449
1,462
Total deposits
103
1,763
1,866
230
11,930
12,160
Obligations related to securities sold short
94
89
183
(59)
60
1
Obligations related to securities lent or sold under repurchase
agreements
(193)
167
(26)
57
823
880
Other liabilities
(18)
(11)
(29)
(17)
223
206
Subordinated indebtedness
62
(10)
52
19
234
253
Change in domestic interest expense
48
1,998
2,046
230
13,270
13,500
Foreign liabilities (1)
Deposits
Personal
53
163
216
7
304
311
Business and government
668
870
1,538
150
5,186
5,336
Bank
34
147
181
13
798
811
Secured borrowings
15
27
42
15
113
128
Total deposits
770
1,207
1,977
185
6,401
6,586
Obligations related to securities sold short
2
32
34
(4)
31
27
Obligations related to securities lent or sold under repurchase
agreements
1,599
478
2,077
99
2,361
2,460
Other liabilities
31
131
162
15
66
81
Subordinated indebtedness
(1)
1
–
–
2
2
Change in foreign interest expense
2,401
1,849
4,250
295
8,861
9,156
Total change in interest expense
$
2,449
$
3,847
$
6,296
$
525
$
22,131
$
22,656
Change in total net interest income
$
495
$
375
$
870
$
1,317
$
(1,133)
$
184
(1) Classification as domestic or foreign is based on domicile of debtor or customer.
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Analysis of net loans and acceptances
Canada (1)
U.S. (1)
Other (1)
Total
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Residential mortgages
$
274,371
$
268,250 $
2,810
$
2,641 $
3,042
$
2,897 $
280,223
$
273,788
Personal
44,412
43,298
522
528
805
744
45,739
44,570
Credit card
19,457
17,673
28
27
164
153
19,649
17,853
Total net consumer loans
338,240
329,221
3,360
3,196
4,011
3,794
345,611
336,211
Non-residential mortgages
5,042
4,998
–
–
246
219
5,288
5,217
Financial institutions
15,019
14,661
25,382
20,852
6,124
4,310
46,525
39,823
Retail and wholesale
9,638
8,688
2,999
3,044
843
804
13,480
12,536
Business services
9,873
8,924
6,145
5,418
2,271
2,157
18,289
16,499
Manufacturing – capital goods
2,007
2,430
2,591
2,618
42
39
4,640
5,087
Manufacturing – consumer goods
5,646
5,177
1,618
1,730
239
177
7,503
7,084
Real estate and construction
31,070
32,397
22,504
23,468
1,367
1,270
54,941
57,135
Agriculture
8,206
8,034
122
367
41
19
8,369
8,420
Oil and gas
2,302
2,502
1,316
1,380
39
57
3,657
3,939
Mining
1,331
1,128
71
204
968
727
2,370
2,059
Forest products
506
423
151
126
–
–
657
549
Hardware and software
1,048
980
3,829
3,304
747
475
5,624
4,759
Telecommunications and cable
723
1,826
1,315
1,108
566
377
2,604
3,311
Publishing, printing and broadcasting
250
188
387
268
68
50
705
506
Transportation
3,160
2,694
2,329
2,521
2,173
2,324
7,662
7,539
Utilities
6,312
7,301
5,638
5,090
4,955
4,943
16,905
17,334
Education, health and social services
4,117
3,979
5,908
4,995
298
27
10,323
9,001
Governments
2,217
2,038
289
251
1,865
1,932
4,371
4,221
Stage 1 and 2 allowance for credit losses (2)(3)
(307)
(280)
(858)
(717)
(67)
(80)
(1,232)
(1,077)
Total net business and government
loans, including acceptances
108,160
108,088
81,736
76,027
22,785
19,827
212,681
203,942
Total net loans and acceptances
$
446,400
$
437,309 $
85,096
$
79,223 $
26,796
$
23,621 $
558,292
$
540,153
(1) Classification by country is primarily based on domicile of debtor or customer.
(2) Stage 3 allowance for credit losses is allocated to business and government loans, including acceptances, by category above.
(3) Includes the allocation of Stage 1 and 2 allowance based on the geographic location where they are recorded.
Summary of allowance for credit losses
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Balance at beginning of year
$
4,117
$
3,276
Provision for credit losses
2,001
2,010
Write-offs
Residential mortgages
18
33
Personal
545
428
Credit card
739
572
Business and government
874
316
Total write-offs
2,176
1,349
Recoveries
Residential mortgages
7
5
Personal
62
65
Credit card
126
120
Business and government
77
23
Total recoveries
272
213
Net write-offs
1,904
1,136
Interest income on impaired loans
(121)
(69)
Foreign exchange and other
21
36
Balance at end of year
$
4,114
$
4,117
Comprises:
Loans
$
3,917
$
3,902
Undrawn credit facilities and other off-balance sheet exposures
197
215
Ratio of net write-offs during the year to average loans outstanding during the year
Residential mortgages
– %
0.01 %
Personal
1.08
0.82
Credit card
3.25
2.74
Business and government
0.40
0.15
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Net loans and acceptances by geographic location(1)
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Canada
Atlantic provinces
$
16,885
$
16,829
Quebec
45,892
44,488
Ontario
243,890
237,333
Prairie provinces
16,009
16,412
Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut
49,068
49,529
British Columbia and Yukon
76,762
74,681
Stage 1 and 2 allowance allocated to Canada (2)(3)
(2,106)
(1,963)
Total Canada
446,400
437,309
U.S. (2)(3)
85,096
79,223
Other countries (2)(3)
26,796
23,621
Total net loans and acceptances
$
558,292
$
540,153
(1) Classification by country is primarily based on domicile of debtor or customer.
(2) Includes the allocation of Stage 1 and 2 allowance based on the geographic location where they are recorded.
(3) For Canada, Stage 3 allowance for credit losses is allocated to provinces above, including acceptances. For U.S. and Other countries, amounts are net of Stage 3
allowances for credit losses.
Loans interest rate sensitivity
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Floating
Fixed rate (1)
Non-rate
sensitive
Total
Floating
Fixed rate (1)
Non-rate
sensitive
Total
Loans
Residential mortgages
$
88,696
$
191,976
$
–
$
280,672
$
90,003
$
184,241
$
–
$
274,244
Personal
37,450
9,231
–
46,681
36,623
8,964
–
45,587
Credit card
–
–
20,551
20,551
–
–
18,538
18,538
Business and government
200,093
13,927
279
214,299
139,399
55,222
249
194,870
Gross loans
326,239
215,134
20,830
562,203
266,025
248,427
18,787
533,239
Allowance for credit losses
(3,917)
(3,902)
$
558,286
$
529,337
(1) Bankers’ acceptances funded by CIBC are included as part of fixed rate loans.
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Net impaired loans
Canada (1)
U.S. (1)
Other (1)
Total
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Gross impaired loans
Residential mortgages
$
770 $
564
$
20 $
21
$
204 $
202
$
994 $
787
Personal
247
200
11
12
34
35
292
247
Total gross impaired consumer loans
1,017
764
31
33
238
237
1,286
1,034
Non-residential mortgages
32
3
–
–
14
21
46
24
Financial institutions
27
13
86
78
–
–
113
91
Retail, wholesale and business services
115
281
69
99
56
61
240
441
Manufacturing – consumer and capital goods
28
23
141
54
3
3
172
80
Real estate and construction
152
60
543
1,004
26
32
721
1,096
Agriculture
90
29
–
–
–
–
90
29
Resource-based industries
64
12
–
–
–
–
64
12
Telecommunications, media and technology
3
7
56
35
–
–
59
42
Transportation
9
6
2
14
2
1
13
21
Other
18
120
92
–
–
–
110
120
Total gross impaired – business and government loans
538
554
989
1,284
101
118
1,628
1,956
Total gross impaired loans
1,555
1,318
1,020
1,317
339
355
2,914
2,990
Other past due loans (2)
158
123
–
–
3
3
161
126
Total gross impaired and other past due loans
1,713
1,441
1,020
1,317
342
358
3,075
3,116
Allowance for credit losses
Residential mortgages
120
112
7
4
107
108
234
224
Personal
160
148
5
8
25
25
190
181
Total allowance – consumer loans
280
260
12
12
132
133
424
405
Non-residential mortgages
–
–
–
–
7
6
7
6
Financial institutions
14
5
12
14
2
–
28
19
Retail, wholesale and business services
74
225
25
4
19
36
118
265
Manufacturing – consumer and capital goods
12
12
15
–
1
1
28
13
Real estate and construction
21
10
104
243
15
13
140
266
Agriculture
17
12
–
–
–
–
17
12
Resource-based industries
36
10
–
–
–
–
36
10
Telecommunications, media and technology
1
4
4
8
–
–
5
12
Transportation
2
2
–
1
1
–
3
3
Other
6
61
4
–
–
–
10
61
Total allowance – business and government loans
183
341
164
270
45
56
392
667
Total allowance
463
601
176
282
177
189
816
1,072
Net impaired loans
Residential mortgages
650
452
13
17
97
94
760
563
Personal
87
52
6
4
9
10
102
66
Total net impaired consumer loans
737
504
19
21
106
104
862
629
Non-residential mortgages
32
3
–
–
7
15
39
18
Financial institutions
13
8
74
64
(2)
–
85
72
Retail, wholesale and business services
41
56
44
95
37
25
122
176
Manufacturing – consumer and capital goods
16
11
126
54
2
2
144
67
Real estate and construction
131
50
439
761
11
19
581
830
Agriculture
73
17
–
–
–
–
73
17
Resource-based industries
28
2
–
–
–
–
28
2
Telecommunications, media and technology
2
3
52
27
–
–
54
30
Transportation
7
4
2
13
1
1
10
18
Other
12
59
88
–
–
–
100
59
Total net impaired – business and government loans
355
213
825
1,014
56
62
1,236
1,289
Total net impaired loans
$
1,092 $
717
$
844 $
1,035
$
162 $
166
$
2,098 $
1,918
(1) Classification by country is primarily based on domicile of debtor or customer.
(2) Represents loans where repayment of principal or payment of interest is contractually in arrears between 90 and 180 days.
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Deposits
Average balance (1)
Interest
Rate
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Deposits in domestic bank offices (2)
Payable on demand
Personal
$
11,132
$
11,877
$
8
$
8
0.07 %
0.07 %
Business and government
68,152
74,673
2,131
2,401
3.13
3.22
Bank
12,658
12,616
475
431
3.75
3.42
Payable after notice
Personal
117,556
120,410
1,328
1,136
1.13
0.94
Business and government
79,210
71,829
4,006
3,436
5.06
4.78
Bank
447
86
22
4
4.92
4.65
Payable on a fixed date
Personal
101,461
88,133
4,616
3,476
4.55
3.94
Business and government
150,813
137,225
8,551
7,663
5.67
5.58
Bank
3,640
1,725
186
74
5.11
4.29
Secured borrowings
46,278
44,538
2,554
2,324
5.52
5.22
Total domestic
591,347
563,112
23,877
20,953
4.04
3.72
Deposits in foreign bank offices
Payable on demand
Personal
2,342
2,489
2
3
0.09
0.12
Business and government
28,842
29,060
575
419
1.99
1.44
Bank
38
11
3
1
7.89
4.29
Payable after notice
Personal
9,421
9,300
240
207
2.55
2.23
Business and government
22,926
20,418
1,114
799
4.86
3.91
Payable on a fixed date
Personal
4,662
2,515
200
63
4.29
2.50
Business and government
67,844
71,974
3,742
3,548
5.52
4.93
Bank
9,158
9,891
498
457
5.44
4.62
Secured borrowings
4,515
4,172
225
183
4.98
4.39
Total foreign
149,748
149,830
6,599
5,680
4.41
3.79
Total deposits
$
741,095
$
712,942
$
30,476
$
26,633
4.11 %
3.74 %
(1) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(2) Deposits by foreign depositors in our domestic bank offices amounted to $90.7 billion (2023: $70.1 billion).
Fees paid to the shareholders’ auditor
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Audit fees (1)
$
28.8
$
27.3
Audit-related fees (2)
3.3
3.6
Tax fees (3)
2.1
2.2
All other fees (4)
0.7
0.3
Total
$
34.9
$
33.4
(1) For the audit of CIBC’s annual financial statements and the audit of certain of our subsidiaries, as well as other services normally provided by the principal auditor in
connection with CIBC’s statutory and regulatory filings. Audit fees also include the audit of internal control over financial reporting under the standards of the Public
Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States).
(2) For the assurance and related services that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit or review of CIBC’s consolidated financial statements, including
accounting consultation, various agreed upon procedures and translation of financial reports.
(3) For tax compliance and advisory services.
(4) Includes fees for non-audit services.
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Glossary
Allowance for credit losses
Under International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) 9, allowance for credit losses represents 12 months of expected credit losses (ECL) for
instruments that have not been subject to a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, while allowance for credit losses represents
lifetime ECL for instruments that have been subject to a significant increase in credit risk, including impaired instruments. ECL allowances for loans
and acceptances are included in Allowance for credit losses on the consolidated balance sheet. ECL allowances for fair value through other
comprehensive income (FVOCI) debt securities are included as a component of the carrying value of the securities, which are measured at fair
value. ECL allowances for other financial assets are included in the carrying value of the instrument. ECL allowances for guarantees and loan
commitments are included in Other liabilities.
Allowance for credit losses are adjusted for provisions for (reversals of) credit losses and are reduced by write-offs, net of recoveries.
Amortized cost
The amount at which a financial asset or financial liability is measured at initial recognition minus repayments, plus or minus any unamortized
origination date premiums or discounts, plus or minus any basis adjustments resulting from a fair value hedge, and minus any reduction for
impairment (directly or through the use of an allowance account). The amount of a financial asset or liability measured at initial recognition is the
cost of the financial asset or liability including capitalized transaction costs and deferred fees.
Assets under administration (AUA)
Assets administered by CIBC that are beneficially owned by clients and are, therefore, not reported on the consolidated balance sheet. The
services provided by CIBC are of an administrative nature, such as safekeeping of securities, client reporting and record keeping, collection of
investment income, and the settlement of purchase and sale transactions. In addition, assets under management (AUM) amounts are included in
the amounts reported under AUA.
Assets under management (AUM)
Assets managed by CIBC that are beneficially owned by clients and are, therefore, not reported on the consolidated balance sheet. The service
provided in respect of these assets is discretionary portfolio management on behalf of the clients.
Average interest-earning assets
Average interest-earning assets include interest-bearing deposits with banks, interest-bearing demand deposits with the Bank of Canada,
securities, cash collateral on securities borrowed or securities purchased under resale agreements, loans net of allowance for credit losses, and
certain sublease-related assets. Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
Average trading interest-earning assets
Average trading interest-earning assets are average interest-earning assets related to trading activities. Prior to the first quarter of 2024, trading
activities are those that meet the risk definition of trading for regulatory capital as defined in accordance with OSFI’s Capital Adequacy
Requirements (CAR) Guideline and certain fixed income financing activities. Starting in the first quarter of 2024, a revised risk definition for trading
was implemented as part of our implementation of the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) rules under the Basel III reforms for market
risk. The revised trading definition extended the definition to also include those fixed income financing activities that were previously non-trading
prior to the FRTB rules.
Basis point
One-hundredth of a percentage point (0.01%).
Collateral
Assets pledged to secure loans or other obligations, which are forfeited if the obligations are not repaid.
Common shareholders’ equity
Common shareholders’ equity includes common shares, contributed surplus, retained earnings and accumulated other comprehensive income
(AOCI).
Credit derivatives
A category of financial instruments that allow one party (the beneficiary) to separate and transfer the credit risk of nonpayment or partial payment of
an underlying financial instrument to another party (the guarantor).
Credit valuation adjustment (CVA)
A valuation adjustment that is required to be considered in measuring fair value of over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives to recognize the risk that any
given derivative counterparty may not ultimately be able to fulfill its obligations. In assessing the net counterparty credit risk (CCR) exposure, we
take into account credit mitigants such as collateral, master netting arrangements, and settlements through clearing houses.
Current replacement cost
The estimated cost of replacing an asset at the present time according to its current worth.
Derivatives
A financial contract that derives its value from the performance of an underlying instrument, index or financial rate.
Dividend payout ratio
Common share dividends paid as a percentage of net income after preferred share dividends, premium on preferred share redemptions, and
distributions on other equity instruments.
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Dividend yield
Dividends per common share divided by the closing common share price.
Effective interest rate method
A method of calculating the amortized cost of a financial asset or financial liability and of allocating the interest income or interest expense over the
relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments or receipts through the expected life of
the financial instrument or, when appropriate, a shorter period, to the net carrying amount of the financial asset or financial liability.
Efficiency ratio
Non-interest expenses as a percentage of total revenue (net interest income and non-interest income).
Exchange-traded derivative contracts
Standardized derivative contracts (e.g., futures contracts and options) that are transacted on an organized exchange and cleared through a central
clearing house, and are generally subject to standard margin requirements.
Fair value
The price that would be received to sell an asset, or paid to transfer a liability, between market participants in an orderly transaction in the principal
market at the measurement date under current market conditions.
Forward contracts
A non-standardized contract to buy or sell a specified asset at a specified price and specified date in the future.
Forward rate agreement
An OTC forward contract that determines an interest rate to be paid or received commencing on a specified date in the future for a specified period.
Full-time equivalent employees
A measure that normalizes the number of full-time and part-time employees, base salary plus commissioned employees, and 100% commissioned
employees into equivalent full-time units based on actual hours of paid work during a given period, for individuals whose compensation is included
in the Employee compensation and benefits line on the consolidated statement of income.
Futures
A standardized contract to buy or sell a specified commodity, currency or financial instrument of standardized quantity and quality at a specific
price and date in the future. Futures contracts are traded on an exchange.
Guarantees and standby letters of credit
Primarily represent CIBC’s obligation, subject to certain conditions, to make payments to third parties on behalf of clients, if these clients cannot
make those payments, or are unable to meet other specified contractual obligations.
Hedge
A transaction intended to offset potential losses/gains that may be incurred in a transaction or portfolio.
Loan loss ratio
The ratio is calculated as the provision for credit losses on impaired loans to average loans and acceptances, net of allowance for credit losses.
Mark-to-market
The fair value (as defined above) at which an asset can be sold or a liability can be transferred.
Net interest income
The difference between interest earned on assets (such as loans and securities) and interest incurred on liabilities (such as deposits and
subordinated indebtedness).
Net interest margin
Net interest income as a percentage of average assets.
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets
Net interest income as a percentage of average interest-earning assets.
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets (excluding trading)
Net interest margin on average interest-earning assets (excluding trading) is computed using total net interest income minus trading net interest
income, excluding the taxable equivalent basis (TEB) adjustment included therein, divided by total average interest-earning assets excluding
average trading interest-earning assets.
Normal course issuer bid (NCIB)
Involves a listed company buying its own shares for cancellation through a stock exchange or other published market, from time to time, and is
subject to the various rules of the exchanges and securities commissions.
Notional amount
Principal amount or face amount of a financial contract used for the calculation of payments made on that contract.
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Off-balance sheet financial instruments
A financial contract that is based mainly on a notional amount and represents a contingent asset or liability of an institution. Such instruments
include credit-related arrangements.
Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI)
OSFI supervises and regulates all banks, all federally incorporated or registered trust and loan companies, insurance companies, cooperative credit
associations, fraternal benefit societies, and federal pension plans in Canada.
Operating leverage
Operating leverage is the difference between the year-over-year percentage change in revenue and year-over-year percentage change in
non-interest expenses.
Options
A financial contract under which the writer (seller) confers the right, but not the obligation, to the purchaser to either buy (call option) or sell (put
option) a specified amount of an underlying asset or instrument at a specified price either at or by a specified date.
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
An amount charged or credited to income to adjust the allowance for credit losses to the appropriate level, for both performing and impaired
financial assets. Provision for (reversal of) credit losses for loans and acceptances and related off-balance sheet loan commitments is included in
the Provision for (reversal of) credit losses line on the consolidated statement of income. Provision for (reversal of) credit losses for debt securities
measured at FVOCI or amortized cost is included in Gains (losses) from debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost, net.
Return on average assets or average interest-earning assets
Net income expressed as a percentage of average assets or average interest-earning assets.
Return on common shareholders’ equity
Net income attributable to equity shareholders expressed as a percentage of average common shareholders’ equity.
Securities borrowed
Securities are typically borrowed to cover short positions. Borrowing requires the pledging of collateral by the borrower to the lender. The collateral
may be cash or a highly rated security.
Securities lent
Securities are typically lent to a borrower to cover their short positions. Borrowing requires the pledging of collateral by the borrower to the lender.
The collateral provided may be cash or a highly rated security.
Securities purchased under resale agreements
A transaction where a security is purchased by the buyer and, at the same time, the buyer commits to resell the security to the original seller at a
specific price and date in the future.
Securities sold short
A transaction in which the seller sells securities that it does not own. Initially the seller typically borrows the securities in order to deliver them to the
purchaser. At a later date, the seller buys identical securities in the market to replace the borrowed securities.
Securities sold under repurchase agreements
A transaction where a security is sold by the seller and, at the same time, the seller commits to repurchase the security from the original purchaser
at a specific price and date in the future.
Structured entities (SEs)
Entities that have been designed so that voting or similar rights are not the dominant factor in deciding who controls the entity, such as when any
voting rights relate to administrative tasks only and the relevant activities are directed by means of contractual arrangements.
Swap contracts
A financial contract in which counterparties exchange a series of cash flows based on a specified notional amount over a specified period.
Taxable equivalent basis (TEB)
The gross-up of tax-exempt revenue on certain securities to a TEB. There is an equivalent offsetting adjustment to the income tax expense.
Commencing in the third quarter of 2024, TEB reporting was no longer applicable to certain dividends received on or after January 1, 2024.
Total shareholder return (TSR)
The total return earned on an investment in CIBC’s common shares. The return measures the change in shareholder value, assuming dividends paid
are reinvested in additional shares.
Trading activities and trading net interest income
Trading activities include those that meet the risk definition of trading for regulatory capital and trading market risk management purposes as
defined in accordance with OSFI’s CAR Guideline. Starting in the first quarter of 2024, a revised risk definition for trading was implemented resulting
in a change in the classification of certain fixed income financing activities that were previously considered non-trading that are now classified as
trading, which included the fixed income financing activities that were already included in trading activities starting in the first quarter of 2023. The
revised definition was adopted as part of our implementation of the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) rules under the Basel III
reforms for market risk that became effective on November 1, 2023. Trading net interest income is net interest income related to trading activities.
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Risk and capital glossary
Advanced internal ratings-based (AIRB) approach for credit risk
Version of the internal ratings-based (IRB) approach to credit risk where institutions provide their own estimates of probability of default (PD), loss
given default (LGD) and exposure at default (EAD), and their own calculation of effective maturity, subject to meeting minimum standards. Effective
in the second quarter of 2023, AIRB is no longer permitted for some exposure categories.
Asset/liability management (ALM)
The practice of managing risks that arise from mismatches between the assets and liabilities, mainly in the non-trading areas of the bank.
Techniques are used to manage the relative duration of CIBC’s assets (such as loans) and liabilities (such as deposits), in order to minimize the
adverse impact of changes in interest rates.
Bail-in eligible liabilities
Bail-in eligible liabilities include long-term (i.e., original maturity over 400 days), unsecured senior debt issued on or after September 23, 2018 that is
tradable and transferrable, and any preferred shares and subordinated debt that are not considered non-viability contingent capital (NVCC).
Consumer deposits, secured liabilities (including covered bonds), certain financial contracts (including derivatives) and certain structured notes are
not bail-in eligible.
Bank exposures
All direct credit risk exposures to deposit-taking institutions and regulated securities firms, and exposures guaranteed by those entities.
Business and government portfolio
A category of exposures that includes lending to businesses and governments, where the primary basis of adjudication relies on the determination
and assignment of an appropriate risk rating that reflects the credit risk of the exposure.
Central counterparty (CCP)
A clearing house that interposes itself between counterparties to clear contracts traded in one or more financial markets, becoming the buyer to
every seller and the seller to every buyer and thereby ensuring the future performance of open contracts.
Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1), Tier 1 and Total capital ratios
CET1, Tier 1 and total regulatory capital, divided by RWA, as defined by OSFI’s Capital Adequacy Requirements (CAR) Guideline, which is based
on Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) standards.
Comprehensive approach for securities financing transactions
A framework for the measurement of CCR with respect to securities financing transactions, which utilizes a volatility-adjusted collateral value to
reduce the amount of the exposure.
Corporate exposures
All direct credit risk exposures to corporations, partnerships and proprietorships, and exposures guaranteed by those entities.
Credit risk
The risk of financial loss due to a borrower or counterparty failing to meet its obligations in accordance with contractual terms.
Drawn exposure
The amount of credit risk exposure resulting from loans and other receivables advanced to the customer.
Economic capital
Economic capital provides a framework to evaluate the returns of each strategic business unit, commensurate with risk assumed. Economic capital
is a non-GAAP risk measure based upon an internal estimate of equity capital required by the businesses to absorb unexpected losses consistent
with our targeted risk rating over a one-year horizon. Economic capital comprises primarily credit, market, operational and strategic risk capital.
Exposure at default (EAD)
An estimate of the amount of exposure to a customer at the event of, and at the time of, default.
Foundation internal ratings-based (FIRB) approach for credit risk
Version of the IRB approach to credit risk where institutions provide their own estimates of PD and their own calculation of effective maturity and rely
on prescribed supervisory estimates for other risk components such as LGD and EAD. Effective in the second quarter of 2023, FIRB methodology
must be used for some exposure categories.
Incremental risk charge (IRC)
A capital charge applied in addition to market risk capital specifically to cover default and migration risk in unsecuritized credit assets of varying
liquidity held in the trading book.
Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP)
A framework and process designed to provide a comprehensive view on capital adequacy, as defined by Pillar II of the Basel Accord, wherein we
identify and measure our risks on an ongoing basis in order to ensure that the capital available is sufficient to cover all risks across CIBC.
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Internal models approach (IMA) for market risk
Models, which have been developed by CIBC and approved by OSFI, for the measurement of risk and regulatory capital in the trading portfolio for
general market risk, debt specific risk, and equity specific risk.
Internal model method (IMM) for counterparty credit risk (CCR)
Models, which have been developed by CIBC and approved by OSFI, for the measurement of CCR with respect to OTC derivatives.
Internal ratings-based (IRB) approach for credit risk
Approach to determining credit risk capital requirements based on risk components such as PD, LGD, EAD and effective maturity.
Internal ratings-based approach for securitization exposures
This approach comprises two calculation methods available for securitization exposures that require OSFI approval: the Internal Ratings-Based
Approach (SEC-IRBA) is available to the banks approved to use the IRB approach for underlying exposures securitized and the Internal
Assessment Approach (SEC-IAA) is available for certain securitization exposures extended to asset-backed commercial paper (ABCP) programs.
Leverage ratio exposure
The leverage ratio exposure is defined under the OSFI rules as on-balance sheet assets (unweighted) less Tier 1 capital regulatory adjustments plus
derivative exposures, securities financing transaction exposures with a limited form of netting under certain conditions, and other off-balance sheet
exposures (such as commitments, direct credit substitutes, undrawn credit card exposures, securitization exposures and unsettled trades).
Leverage ratio
Defined as Tier 1 capital divided by the leverage ratio exposure determined in accordance with guidelines issued by OSFI, which are based on
BCBS standards.
Liquidity coverage ratio (LCR)
Derived from the BCBS’s Basel III framework and incorporated into OSFI’s Liquidity Adequacy Requirements (LAR) Guideline, the LCR is a liquidity
standard that aims to ensure that an institution has an adequate stock of unencumbered high-quality liquid assets (HQLA) that consists of cash or
assets that can be converted into cash at little or no loss of value in private markets, to meet its liquidity needs for a 30-calendar-day liquidity stress
scenario.
Liquidity risk
The risk of having insufficient cash or its equivalent in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet financial obligations as they come due.
Loss given default (LGD)
An estimate of the amount of exposure to a customer that will not be recovered following a default by that customer, expressed as a percentage of
the EAD. LGD is generally based on through-the-cycle assumptions for regulatory capital purposes, and generally based on point-in-time
assumptions reflecting forward-looking information for IFRS 9 ECL purposes.
Market risk
The risk of economic and/or financial loss in our trading and non-trading portfolios from adverse changes in underlying market factors, including
interest rates, foreign exchange rates, equity market prices, commodity prices, credit spreads and customer behaviour for retail products.
Master netting agreement
An industry standard agreement designed to reduce the credit risk of multiple transactions with a counterparty through the creation of a legal right
of offset of exposures in the event of a default by that counterparty and through the provision for net settlement of all contracts through a single
payment.
Net cumulative cash flow (NCCF)
The NCCF is a liquidity horizon metric defined under OSFI’s LAR Guideline as a monitoring and supervision tool for liquidity risk that measures an
institution’s detailed cash flows in order to capture the risk posed by funding mismatches between assets and liabilities.
Net stable funding ratio (NSFR)
Derived from the BCBS’s Basel III framework and incorporated into OSFI’s LAR Guideline, the NSFR standard aims to promote long-term resilience
of the financial sector by requiring banks to maintain a sustainable stable funding profile in relation to the composition of their assets and off-balance
sheet activities.
Non-viability contingent capital (NVCC)
Effective January 1, 2013, in order to qualify for inclusion in regulatory capital, all non-common Tier 1 and Tier 2 capital instruments must be capable
of absorbing losses at the point of non-viability of a financial institution. This will ensure that investors in such instruments bear losses before
taxpayers where the government determines that it is in the public interest to rescue a non-viable bank.
Operational risk
The risk of loss resulting from people, inadequate or failed internal processes and systems, or from external events.
Other off-balance sheet exposure
The amount of credit risk exposure resulting from the issuance of guarantees and letters of credit.
Other retail
This exposure class includes all loans other than qualifying revolving retail and real estate secured personal lending that are extended to individuals
under the regulatory capital reporting framework.
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Over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives exposure
The amount of credit risk exposure resulting from derivatives that trade directly between two counterparties, rather than through exchanges.
Probability of default (PD)
An estimate of the likelihood of default for any particular customer which occurs when that customer is not able to repay its obligations as they
become contractually due. PD is based on through-the-cycle assumptions for regulatory capital purposes, and based on point-in-time assumptions
reflecting forward-looking information for IFRS 9 ECL purposes.
Qualifying central counterparty (QCCP)
An entity that is licensed to operate as a CCP and is permitted by the appropriate regulator or oversight body to operate as such with respect to the
products offered by that CCP.
Qualifying revolving retail
This exposure class includes credit cards, unsecured lines of credit and overdraft protection products extended to individuals. Under the
standardized approach, these exposures would be included under “other retail”.
Real estate secured personal lending
This exposure class includes residential mortgages and home equity loans and lines of credit extended to individuals.
Regulatory capital
Regulatory capital, as defined by OSFI’s CAR Guideline, is comprised of CET1, Additional Tier 1 (AT1) and Tier 2 capital. CET1 capital includes
common shares, retained earnings, AOCI (excluding AOCI relating to cash flow hedges and changes in fair value option liabilities attributable to
changes in own credit risk) and qualifying instruments issued by a consolidated banking subsidiary to third parties, less regulatory adjustments for
items such as goodwill and other intangible assets, certain deferred tax assets, net assets related to defined benefit pension plans, and certain
investments. AT1 capital primarily includes NVCC preferred shares, Limited Recourse Capital Notes, and qualifying instruments issued by a
consolidated subsidiary to third parties. Tier 1 capital is comprised of CET1 plus AT1. Tier 2 capital includes NVCC subordinated indebtedness,
eligible general allowances, and qualifying instruments issued by a consolidated subsidiary to third parties. Total capital is comprised of Tier 1
capital plus Tier 2 capital. Qualifying regulatory capital instruments must be capable of absorbing loss at the point of non-viability of the financial
institution.
Repo-style transactions exposure
The amount of credit risk exposure resulting from our securities bought or sold under resale agreements, as well as securities borrowing and
lending activities.
Reputation risk
The risk of negative publicity regarding CIBC’s business conduct or practices which, whether true or not, could significantly harm CIBC’s reputation
as a leading financial institution, or could materially and adversely affect CIBC’s business, operations, or financial condition.
Resecuritization
A securitization exposure in which the risk associated with an underlying pool of exposures is tranched and at least one of the underlying exposures
is a securitization exposure.
Retail portfolios
A category of exposures that primarily includes consumer but also small business lending, where the primary basis of adjudication relies on credit-
scoring models.
Risk-weighted assets (RWA)
RWA consist of three components: (i) RWA for credit risk, which are calculated using the IRB and standardized approaches, (ii) RWA for market risk,
and (iii) RWA for operational risk. The IRB RWA are calculated using PDs, LGDs, EADs, and in some cases maturity adjustments, while the
standardized approach applies risk weighting factors specified in the OSFI guidelines to on- and off-balance sheet exposures. Beginning the first
quarter of 2024, the RWA for market risk in the trading portfolio is based on standardized capital requirements defined by OSFI. Prior to the first
quarter of 2024, the RWA for market risk in the trading portfolio were based on internal models approved by OSFI with the exception of the RWA for
traded securitization assets where we were using the methodology defined by OSFI. The RWA for operational risk, which relate to the risk of losses
resulting from people, inadequate or failed internal processes, and systems or from external events, are calculated under a standardized approach.
Since the introduction of Basel II in 2008, OSFI has prescribed a capital floor requirement for institutions that use the IRB approach for credit
risk. The capital floor is determined by applying an adjustment factor specified by OSFI to the capital requirement calculated by reference to the
standardized approach. Any shortfall in the IRB capital requirement is added to RWA.
Securitization
The process of selling assets (normally financial assets such as loans, leases, trade receivables, credit card receivables or mortgages) to trusts or
other SEs. A SE normally issues securities or other forms of interests to investors and/or the asset transferor, and the SE uses the proceeds from the
issue of securities or other forms of interest to purchase the transferred assets. The SE will generally use the cash flows generated by the assets to
meet the obligations under the securities or other interests issued by the SE, which may carry a number of different risk profiles.
Simple, transparent and comparable (STC) securitizations
Securitization exposures satisfying a set of regulatory STC criteria. Such exposures qualify for a preferential capital treatment under the
securitization framework.
Small and medium enterprises (SME) retail
This exposure class includes all loans extended to scored small businesses under the regulatory capital reporting framework.
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Sovereign exposures
All direct credit risk exposures to governments, central banks and certain public sector entities, and exposures guaranteed by those entities.
Specialized lending (SL)
A subset of Corporate exposures falling into one of the following sub-classes: project finance (PF), object finance (OF), commodities finance (CF),
income-producing real estate (IPRE), and high-volatility commercial real estate (HVCRE). Primary source of repayment for such credits is the
income generated by the asset(s), rather than the independent capacity of a broader commercial enterprise.
Standardized approach for credit risk
Applied to exposures when there is not sufficient information to allow for the use of the AIRB approach for credit risk. Credit risk capital requirements
are calculated based on a standardized set of risk weights as prescribed in the CAR Guideline. The standardized risk weights are based on
external credit assessments, where available, and other risk-related factors, including export credit agencies, exposure asset class, collateral, etc.
Standardized approach for operational risk
Effective in the second quarter of 2023, this approach is based on a prescribed formula made up of three components: (i) the Business Indicator
(BI) which is a financial-statement-based proxy for operational risk, (ii) the Business Indicator Component (BIC) which is calculated by multiplying
the BI by a set of regulatory determined marginal coefficients, and (iii) the Internal Loss Multiplier which is a scaling factor that is based on the
average historical operational losses and the BIC.
Standardized approach for securitization exposures
This approach comprises the calculation methods available for securitization exposures that do not require OSFI approval: the external ratings-
based approach (SEC-ERBA) and the standardized approach (SEC-SA).
Strategic risk
The risk of ineffective or improper implementation of organic and inorganic business strategies. It includes the potential financial loss and impact to
resiliency due to the failure of growth initiatives or failure to respond appropriately to changes in the business or industry environments.
Stressed Value-at-Risk
A VaR calculation using a one-year observation period related to significant losses for the given portfolio at a specified level of confidence and time
horizon.
Structural foreign exchange risk
Structural foreign exchange risk is the risk primarily inherent in net investments in foreign operations due to changes in foreign exchange rates, and
foreign currency denominated RWA and foreign currency denominated capital deductions.
Structural interest rate risk
Structural interest rate risk primarily consists of the risk arising due to mismatches in the repricing of assets and liabilities, which do not arise from
trading and trading-related businesses.
Total loss absorbing capacity (TLAC) measure
The sum of Total capital and bail-in eligible liabilities (as defined above) that have a residual maturity greater than one year.
Total loss absorbing capacity ratio
Defined as TLAC measure divided by RWA determined in accordance with guidelines issued by OSFI.
Total loss absorbing capacity leverage ratio
Defined as TLAC measure divided by leverage ratio exposure determined in accordance with guidelines issued by OSFI.
Undrawn exposures
The amount of credit risk exposure resulting from loans that have not been advanced to a customer, but which a customer may be entitled to draw
in the future.
Value-at-Risk (VaR)
Generally accepted risk measure that uses statistical models to estimate the distribution of possible returns on a given portfolio at a specified level
of confidence and time horizon.
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Consolidated financial statements
105
Financial reporting responsibility
106
Independent auditor’s report – Canadian generally accepted auditing standards
109
Report of independent registered public accounting firm – Standards of the Public Company Accounting
Oversight Board (United States)
111
Report of independent registered public accounting firm – Internal control over financial reporting
112
Consolidated balance sheet
113
Consolidated statement of income
114
Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
115
Consolidated statement of changes in equity
116
Consolidated statement of cash flows
117
Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Details of the notes to the consolidated financial statements
117
Note 1
–
Basis of preparation and summary of material
accounting policies
129
Note 2
–
Fair value measurement
136
Note 3
–
Significant transactions
137
Note 4
–
Securities
138
Note 5
–
Loans
144
Note 6
–
Structured entities and derecognition of
financial assets
148
Note 7
–
Property and equipment
148
Note 8
–
Goodwill, software and other intangible assets
150
Note 9
–
Other assets
151
Note 10 –
Deposits
151
Note 11 –
Other liabilities
151
Note 12 –
Derivative instruments
155
Note 13 –
Designated accounting hedges
159
Note 14 –
Subordinated indebtedness
160
Note 15 –
Common and preferred shares and other equity
instruments
165
Note 16 –
Share-based payments
167
Note 17 –
Post-employment benefits
171
Note 18 –
Income taxes
174
Note 19 –
Earnings per share
174
Note 20 –
Commitments, guarantees and pledged assets
176
Note 21 –
Contingent liabilities and provisions
179
Note 22 –
Concentration of credit risk
180
Note 23 –
Related-party transactions
181
Note 24 –
Investments in equity-accounted associates
and joint ventures
182
Note 25 –
Significant subsidiaries
183
Note 26 –
Financial instruments – disclosures
184
Note 27 –
Offsetting financial assets and liabilities
184
Note 28 –
Interest income and expense
185
Note 29 –
Segmented and geographic information
187
Note 30 –
Future accounting policy changes
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Financial reporting responsibility
Management of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) is responsible for the preparation, presentation, accuracy and reliability of the Annual
Report, which includes the consolidated financial statements and management’s discussion and analysis (MD&A). The consolidated financial
statements have been prepared in accordance with Section 308(4) of the Bank Act (Canada), which requires that the financial statements be
prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).
The MD&A has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of applicable securities laws.
The consolidated financial statements and MD&A contain items that reflect the best estimates and judgments of the expected effects of current
events and transactions with appropriate consideration to materiality. Financial information appearing throughout the Annual Report is consistent
with the consolidated financial statements.
Management has developed and maintained effective systems, controls and procedures to ensure that information used internally and
disclosed externally is reliable and timely. CIBC’s system of internal controls and supporting procedures are designed to provide reasonable
assurance that transactions are authorized, assets are safeguarded and proper records are maintained. These internal controls and supporting
procedures include the communication of policies and guidelines, the establishment of an organizational structure that provides appropriate and
well-defined responsibilities and accountability, and the careful selection and training of qualified staff. Management has assessed the effectiveness
of CIBC’s internal control over financial reporting as at year-end using the Internal Control – Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of
Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework). Based upon this assessment, we have determined that internal control
over financial reporting is effective in all material respects and CIBC is in compliance with the requirements set by the U.S. Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) under the U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
CIBC’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have certified CIBC’s annual filings with the SEC under the U.S. Sarbanes-Oxley Act
and with the Canadian Securities Administrators under Canadian securities laws.
The Internal Audit department reviews and reports on the effectiveness of CIBC’s internal control, risk management and governance systems
and processes, including accounting and financial controls, in accordance with the audit plan approved by the Audit Committee. Our Chief Auditor
has unfettered access to the Audit Committee. The system of internal controls is further supported by the Compliance and Global Regulatory Affairs
group, which is designed to manage and mitigate regulatory compliance risk.
The Board of Directors oversees management’s responsibilities for financial reporting through the Audit Committee, which is composed of
independent directors. The Audit Committee reviews CIBC’s interim and annual consolidated financial statements and MD&A and recommends
them for approval by the Board of Directors. Other key responsibilities of the Audit Committee include monitoring CIBC’s system of internal control,
and reviewing the qualifications, independence and service quality of the shareholders’ auditor and the performance of CIBC’s internal auditors.
Ernst & Young LLP, the shareholders’ auditor, obtains an understanding of CIBC’s internal controls and procedures for financial reporting to
plan and conduct such tests and other audit procedures as they consider necessary in the circumstances to express their opinions in the reports
that follow. Ernst & Young LLP has unrestricted access to the Audit Committee to discuss their audit and related matters.
The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) Canada is mandated to protect the rights and interest of depositors and
creditors of CIBC. Accordingly, OSFI examines and enquires into the business and affairs of CIBC, as deemed necessary, to ensure that the
provisions of the Bank Act (Canada) are being complied with and that CIBC is in sound financial condition.
Victor G. Dodig
Robert Sedran
President and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
December 4, 2024
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Independent auditor’s report
To the shareholders and directors of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
Opinion
We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC), which comprise the consolidated balance
sheets as at October 31, 2024 and 2023, and the consolidated statements of income, consolidated statements of comprehensive income,
consolidated statements of changes in equity and the consolidated statements of cash flows for the years then ended, and notes to the
consolidated financial statements, including material accounting policy information (collectively referred to as the “consolidated financial
statements”).
In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of
CIBC as at October 31, 2024 and 2023, and its consolidated financial performance and its consolidated cash flows for the years then ended in
accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Our responsibilities under those standards are further
described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements section of our report. We are independent of CIBC in
accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the consolidated financial statements in Canada, and we have fulfilled our
other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and
appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Key audit matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgment, were of most significance in our audit of the consolidated financial
statements of the year ended October 31, 2024. These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements
as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters. For each matter below, our description
of how our audit addressed the matter is provided in that context.
We have fulfilled the responsibilities described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements section of our
report, including in relation to these matters. Accordingly, our audit included the performance of procedures designed to respond to our
assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements. The results of our audit procedures, including the
procedures performed to address the matters below, provide the basis for our audit opinion on the accompanying consolidated financial
statements.
Allowance for credit losses
Key audit matter
As described in Note 1 and Note 5 of the consolidated financial statements, CIBC has recognized $4.1 billion in expected
credit loss (ECL) allowances on its consolidated balance sheet. ECL allowances represent credit losses that reflect an
unbiased and probability-weighted amount that is determined by evaluating a range of possible outcomes and reasonable
and supportable information about past events, current conditions, and forecasts of future economic conditions. ECL
allowances are measured at amounts equal to either (i) 12-month ECL; or (ii) lifetime ECL for those financial instruments
that have experienced a significant increase in credit risk (SICR) since initial recognition or when there is objective
evidence of impairment.
Auditing the allowance for credit losses was complex, involved significant auditor judgment, and required the involvement
of specialists due to the inherent complexity of the models, the large volume of data used, assumptions, judgments, and
the interrelationship of these variables in measuring the ECL. Significant assumptions and judgments with respect to the
estimation of the allowance for credit losses include (i) the determination of when a loan has experienced a SICR; (ii) the
forecast of forward-looking information (FLI) for multiple economic scenarios and the probability weighting of those
scenarios; (iii) the models and methodologies used for the calculation of both 12-month and lifetime credit losses; and
(iv) the application of expert credit judgment. Management has applied a heightened use of judgment in the areas noted
above, when assessing the impact of the uncertain macroeconomic environment on the allowance for credit losses.
How our audit
addressed the key
audit matter
We obtained an understanding, evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of management’s controls
over the allowance for credit losses, with the assistance of our internal specialists. The controls we tested included,
amongst others, controls over technology, model validation and monitoring, economic forecasting, data completeness and
accuracy, the determination of internal risk ratings for non-retail loans, and the governance and oversight controls over the
review of the overall ECL, including the application of expert credit judgment.
To test the allowance for credit losses, amongst other procedures, we assessed, with the assistance of our credit risk
specialists, whether the methodology and assumptions used in significant models that estimate ECL are consistent with the
requirements of IFRS 9. For a sample of models, our credit risk specialists reperformed the model validation and monitoring
tests performed by management. This included an assessment of the thresholds used to determine a SICR. For a sample of
FLI variables, with the assistance of our economic specialists, we evaluated management’s forecasting methodology and
compared management’s FLI to independently derived forecasts and publicly available information. We also evaluated the
scenario probability weights used in the ECL models. With the assistance of our credit risk specialists, we also evaluated
management’s methodology and governance over the application of expert credit judgment by evaluating that the amounts
recorded were reflective of underlying credit and/or economic conditions. We tested the completeness and accuracy of
data used in the measurement of the ECL by agreeing to source documents and systems and evaluated a sample of
non-retail borrower risk ratings against CIBC’s risk rating scale. On a sample basis, we recalculated the ECL to test the
mathematical accuracy of management’s models. We also assessed the adequacy of the disclosures related to allowance
for credit loss.
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Fair value measurement of derivatives
Key audit matter
As described in Note 2 and Note 12 of the consolidated financial statements, CIBC has recognized $36.4 billion in
derivative assets and $40.7 billion in derivative liabilities. The portfolio of derivative instruments is presented by level within
the fair value hierarchy, with the majority of the portfolio classified as Level 2. While derivative instruments classified as
Level 1 have quoted market prices, those classified as Level 2 and 3 require valuation techniques that use observable and
non-observable market inputs and involve the application of management judgment.
Auditing the valuation of certain derivatives was complex and required the application of significant auditor judgment and
involvement of valuation specialists where the fair value was determined based on complex models and/or significant
non-observable market inputs. The inputs and modelling assumptions used to determine fair values that were subject to
significant auditor judgment included, amongst others, correlations, volatilities and credit spreads. The valuation of
derivatives is sensitive to these inputs as they are forward-looking and could be affected by future economic and market
conditions.
How our audit
addressed the key
audit matter
We obtained an understanding, evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of management’s controls
over the valuation of CIBC’s derivatives portfolio, with the assistance of our internal specialists. The controls we tested
included, amongst others, controls over technology, the development and validation of models used to determine the fair
value of derivatives, and controls over the independent price verification process, including the integrity of significant
inputs described above.
To test the valuation of these derivatives, our audit procedures included, amongst others, an evaluation of the
methodologies and significant inputs used by CIBC. With the assistance of our valuation specialists, we performed an
independent valuation for a sample of derivatives to assess the modelling assumptions and significant inputs used by
CIBC to estimate the fair value. We independently obtained significant inputs and assumptions from external market data,
where available, in performing our independent valuation. For a sample of models, and with the assistance of our valuation
specialists, we assessed the valuation methodologies used by CIBC to determine fair values. We also assessed the
adequacy of the disclosures related to the fair value measurement of derivatives.
Measurement of uncertain tax provisions
Key audit matter
As described in Note 1 and Note 18 of the consolidated financial statements, CIBC has disclosed its significant accounting
judgments, estimates and assumptions in relation to accounting for uncertainty in income taxes. CIBC operates in a tax
environment with constantly evolving and complex tax legislation for financial institutions. Uncertainty in tax positions may
arise as tax legislation is subject to interpretation. Estimating uncertain tax provisions requires management judgment to be
applied in the interpretation of tax laws across the various jurisdictions in which CIBC operates. This includes significant
judgment in the determination of whether it is probable that CIBC’s tax filing positions will be sustained relating to certain
complex tax positions and the measurement of such provisions when recognized.
Auditing CIBC’s uncertain tax provisions required the involvement of our tax professionals and the application of judgment,
including the interpretation of applicable tax legislation and jurisprudence.
How our audit
addressed the key
audit matter
With the assistance of our tax professionals, we obtained an understanding, evaluated the design and tested the operating
effectiveness of management’s controls over CIBC’s uncertain tax provisions. This included, amongst others, controls over
management’s assessment of the technical merits of tax positions and the process related to the measurement of any
related income tax provisions.
With the assistance of our tax professionals, our audit procedures included, amongst others, an assessment of the
technical merits of income tax positions taken by CIBC and the measurement of any related uncertain tax provisions
recorded. We inspected and evaluated correspondence from the relevant income tax authorities, income tax advice
obtained by CIBC from external advisors including income tax opinions, CIBC’s interpretations of tax laws and the
assessment thereof with respect to uncertain tax positions. We evaluated the reasonability of CIBC’s treatment of any new
information received during the year relating to these uncertain tax positions. We also assessed the adequacy of the
disclosures related to uncertain tax positions.
Other information
Management is responsible for the other information. The other information comprises:
•
Management’s Discussion and Analysis; and
•
The information, other than the consolidated financial statements and our auditor’s report thereon, in the Annual Report.
Our opinion on the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not express any form of assurance conclusion
thereon.
In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider
whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit or
otherwise appears to be materially misstated.
We obtained Management’s Discussion and Analysis and the Annual Report prior to the date of this auditor’s report. If, based on the work we have
performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact in this auditor’s report. We
have nothing to report in this regard.
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Responsibilities of management and those charged with governance for the consolidated financial statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS, and for such
internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, management is responsible for assessing CIBC’s ability to continue as a going concern,
disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to
liquidate CIBC or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.
Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing CIBC’s financial reporting process.
Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements as a whole are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of
assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards will always detect a
material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate,
they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated financial statements.
As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards, we exercise professional judgment and maintain
professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also:
•
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and
perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our
opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve
collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
•
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances,
but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of CIBC’s internal control.
•
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by
management.
•
Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained,
whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on CIBC’s ability to continue as a going
concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in
the consolidated financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit
evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause CIBC to cease to continue as a going
concern.
•
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the
consolidated financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
•
Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or business activities within CIBC to express an
opinion on the consolidated financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We
remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.
We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant
audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.
We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding
independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and
where applicable, related safeguards.
From the matters communicated with those charged with governance, we determine those matters that were of most significance in the audit of the
consolidated financial statements of the current period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report
unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should
not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest
benefits of such communication.
The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor’s report is Humayun Jafrani.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants
Licensed Public Accountants
Toronto, Canada
December 4, 2024
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Report of independent registered public accounting firm
To the shareholders and directors of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
Opinion on the consolidated financial statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) as of October 31, 2024
and 2023, the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows for the years then ended, and
the related notes (collectively referred to as the “consolidated financial statements”).
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of CIBC at
October 31, 2024 and 2023, and its consolidated financial performance and its consolidated cash flows for the years then ended in accordance
with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), CIBC’s
internal control over financial reporting as of October 31, 2024, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework issued by
the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) and our report dated December 4, 2024 expressed an
unqualified opinion thereon.
Basis for opinion
These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of CIBC’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on CIBC’s
consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be
independent with respect to CIBC in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and
Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our
audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or
fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the
amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and
significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that
our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Critical audit matters
The critical audit matters communicated below are matters arising from the current period audit of the consolidated financial statements that were
communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relate to accounts or disclosures that are material to the
consolidated financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical
audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating
the critical audit matters below, providing separate opinions on the critical audit matters or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.
Allowance for credit losses
Description of the
matter
As described in Note 1 and Note 5 of the consolidated financial statements, CIBC has recognized $4.1 billion in expected
credit loss (ECL) allowances on its consolidated balance sheet. ECL allowances represent credit losses that reflect an
unbiased and probability-weighted amount that is determined by evaluating a range of possible outcomes and reasonable
and supportable information about past events, current conditions, and forecasts of future economic conditions. ECL
allowances are measured at amounts equal to either (i) 12-month ECL; or (ii) lifetime ECL for those financial instruments that
have experienced a significant increase in credit risk (SICR) since initial recognition or when there is objective evidence of
impairment.
Auditing the allowance for credit losses was complex, involved significant auditor judgment, and required the involvement of
specialists due to the inherent complexity of the models, the large volume of data used, assumptions, judgments, and the
interrelationship of these variables in measuring the ECL. Significant assumptions and judgments with respect to the
estimation of the allowance for credit losses include (i) the determination of when a loan has experienced a SICR; (ii) the
forecast of forward-looking information (FLI) for multiple economic scenarios and the probability weighting of those scenarios;
(iii) the models and methodologies used for the calculation of both 12-month and lifetime credit losses; and (iv) the application
of expert credit judgment. Management has applied a heightened use of judgment in the areas noted above, when assessing
the impact of the uncertain macroeconomic environment on the allowance for credit losses.
How we
addressed the
matter in our audit
We obtained an understanding, evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of management’s controls over
the allowance for credit losses, with the assistance of our internal specialists. The controls we tested included, amongst
others, controls over technology, model validation and monitoring, economic forecasting, data completeness and accuracy,
the determination of internal risk ratings for non-retail loans, and the governance and oversight controls over the review of the
overall ECL, including the application of expert credit judgment.
To test the allowance for credit losses, amongst other procedures, we assessed, with the assistance of our credit risk specialists,
whether the methodology and assumptions used in significant models that estimate ECL are consistent with the requirements of
IFRS 9. For a sample of models, our credit risk specialists reperformed the model validation and monitoring tests performed by
management. This included an assessment of the thresholds used to determine a SICR. For a sample of FLI variables, with the
assistance of our economic specialists, we evaluated management’s forecasting methodology and compared management’s FLI
to independently derived forecasts and publicly available information. We also evaluated the scenario probability weights used in
the ECL models. With the assistance of our credit risk specialists, we also evaluated management’s methodology and governance
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over the application of expert credit judgment by evaluating that the amounts recorded were reflective of underlying credit and/or
economic conditions. We tested the completeness and accuracy of data used in the measurement of the ECL by agreeing to
source documents and systems and evaluated a sample of non-retail borrower risk ratings against CIBC’s risk rating scale. On a
sample basis, we recalculated the ECL to test the mathematical accuracy of management’s models. We also assessed the
adequacy of the disclosures related to allowance for credit loss.
Fair value measurement of derivatives
Description of the
matter
As described in Note 2 and Note 12 of the consolidated financial statements, CIBC has recognized $36.4 billion in derivative
assets and $40.7 billion in derivative liabilities. The portfolio of derivative instruments is presented by level within the fair value
hierarchy, with the majority of the portfolio classified as Level 2. While derivative instruments classified as Level 1 have quoted
market prices, those classified as Level 2 and 3 require valuation techniques that use observable and non-observable market
inputs and involve the application of management judgment.
Auditing the valuation of certain derivatives was complex and required the application of significant auditor judgment and
involvement of valuation specialists where the fair value was determined based on complex models and/or significant
non-observable market inputs. The inputs and modelling assumptions used to determine fair values that were subject to
significant auditor judgment included, amongst others, correlations, volatilities and credit spreads. The valuation of derivatives
is sensitive to these inputs as they are forward-looking and could be affected by future economic and market conditions.
How we
addressed the
matter in our audit
We obtained an understanding, evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of management’s controls over
the valuation of CIBC’s derivatives portfolio, with the assistance of our internal specialists. The controls we tested included,
amongst others, controls over technology, the development and validation of models used to determine the fair value of
derivatives, and controls over the independent price verification process, including the integrity of significant inputs described
above.
To test the valuation of these derivatives, our audit procedures included, amongst others, an evaluation of the methodologies
and significant inputs used by CIBC. With the assistance of our valuation specialists, we performed an independent valuation
for a sample of derivatives to assess the modelling assumptions and significant inputs used by CIBC to estimate the fair value.
We independently obtained significant inputs and assumptions from external market data, where available, in performing our
independent valuation. For a sample of models, and with the assistance of our valuation specialists, we assessed the valuation
methodologies used by CIBC to determine fair values. We also assessed the adequacy of the disclosures related to the fair
value measurement of derivatives.
Measurement of uncertain tax provisions
Description of the
matter
As described in Note 1 and Note 18 of the consolidated financial statements, CIBC has disclosed its significant accounting
judgments, estimates and assumptions in relation to accounting for uncertainty in income taxes. CIBC operates in a tax
environment with constantly evolving and complex tax legislation for financial institutions. Uncertainty in tax positions may arise
as tax legislation is subject to interpretation. Estimating uncertain tax provisions requires management judgment to be applied
in the interpretation of tax laws across the various jurisdictions in which CIBC operates. This includes significant judgment in
the determination of whether it is probable that CIBC’s tax filing positions will be sustained relating to certain complex tax
positions and the measurement of such provisions when recognized.
Auditing CIBC’s uncertain tax provisions required the involvement of our tax professionals and the application of judgment,
including the interpretation of applicable tax legislation and jurisprudence.
How we
addressed the
matter in our audit
With the assistance of our tax professionals, we obtained an understanding, evaluated the design and tested the operating
effectiveness of management’s controls over CIBC’s uncertain tax provisions. This included, amongst others, controls over
management’s assessment of the technical merits of tax positions and the process related to the measurement of any related
income tax provisions.
With the assistance of our tax professionals, our audit procedures included, amongst others, an assessment of the technical
merits of income tax positions taken by CIBC and the measurement of any related uncertain tax provisions recorded. We
inspected and evaluated correspondence from the relevant income tax authorities, income tax advice obtained by CIBC from
external advisors including income tax opinions, CIBC’s interpretations of tax laws and the assessment thereof with respect to
uncertain tax positions. We evaluated the reasonability of CIBC’s treatment of any new information received during the year
relating to these uncertain tax positions. We also assessed the adequacy of the disclosures related to uncertain tax positions.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants
Licensed Public Accountants
We have served as CIBC’s auditor since 2002.
Toronto, Canada
December 4, 2024
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Consolidated financial statements
Report of independent registered public accounting firm
To the shareholders and directors of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
Opinion on internal control over financial reporting
We have audited Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce’s (CIBC) internal control over financial reporting as of October 31, 2024, based on criteria
established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013
framework) (the COSO criteria). In our opinion, CIBC maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of
October 31, 2024, based on the COSO criteria.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the
consolidated balance sheets of CIBC as of October 31, 2024 and 2023, and the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income,
changes in equity and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes and our report dated December 4, 2024 expressed an unqualified
opinion thereon.
Basis for opinion
CIBC’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of
internal control over financial reporting included in the Management’s annual report on internal control over financial reporting section contained in
the accompanying Management’s Discussion and Analysis. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on CIBC’s internal control over financial
reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to CIBC
in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the
PCAOB.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.
Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing
and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we
considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Definition and limitations of internal control over financial reporting
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial
reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A
company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in
reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that
transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles,
and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the
company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the
company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any
evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that
the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants
Licensed Public Accountants
Toronto, Canada
December 4, 2024
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Consolidated financial statements
Consolidated balance sheet
Millions of Canadian dollars, as at October 31
2024
2023 (1)
ASSETS
Cash and non-interest-bearing deposits with banks
$
8,565
$
20,816
Interest-bearing deposits with banks
39,499
34,902
Securities (Note 4)
254,345
211,348
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
17,028
14,651
Securities purchased under resale agreements
83,721
80,184
Loans (Note 5)
Residential mortgages
280,672
274,244
Personal
46,681
45,587
Credit card
20,551
18,538
Business and government
214,299
194,870
Allowance for credit losses
(3,917)
(3,902)
558,286
529,337
Other
Derivative instruments (Note 12)
36,435
33,243
Customers’ liability under acceptances
6
10,816
Property and equipment (Note 7)
3,359
3,251
Goodwill (Note 8)
5,443
5,425
Software and other intangible assets (Note 8)
2,830
2,742
Investments in equity-accounted associates and joint ventures (Note 24)
785
669
Deferred tax assets (Note 18)
821
647
Other assets (Note 9)
30,862
27,659
80,541
84,452
$
1,041,985
$
975,690
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Deposits (Note 10)
Personal
$
252,894
$
239,035
Business and government
435,499
412,561
Bank
20,009
22,296
Secured borrowings
56,455
49,484
764,857
723,376
Obligations related to securities sold short
21,642
18,666
Cash collateral on securities lent
7,997
8,081
Obligations related to securities sold under repurchase agreements
110,153
87,118
Other
Derivative instruments (Note 12)
40,654
41,290
Acceptances
6
10,820
Deferred tax liabilities (Note 18)
49
40
Other liabilities (Note 11)
30,155
26,653
70,864
78,803
Subordinated indebtedness (Note 14)
7,465
6,483
Equity
Preferred shares and other equity instruments (Note 15)
4,946
4,925
Common shares (Note 15)
17,011
16,082
Contributed surplus
159
109
Retained earnings
33,471
30,352
Accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI)
3,148
1,463
Total shareholders’ equity
58,735
52,931
Non-controlling interests
272
232
Total equity
59,007
53,163
$
1,041,985
$
975,690
(1) Certain comparative amounts have been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17 “Insurance Contracts” (IFRS 17) in the first quarter of 2024. See Note 1 to the
consolidated financial statements for additional details.
The accompanying notes and shaded sections in “MD&A – Management of risk” are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
Victor G. Dodig
Mary Lou Maher
President and Chief Executive Officer
Director
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Consolidated financial statements
Consolidated statement of income
Millions of Canadian dollars, except as noted, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Interest income (Note 28) (2)
Loans
$
33,925 $
30,235
Securities
9,560
7,341
Securities borrowed or purchased under resale agreements
5,811
4,566
Deposits with banks and other
2,889
2,877
52,185
45,019
Interest expense (Note 28)
Deposits
30,476
26,633
Securities sold short
625
408
Securities lent or sold under repurchase agreements
6,334
4,283
Subordinated indebtedness
510
458
Other
545
412
38,490
32,194
Net interest income
13,695
12,825
Non-interest income
Underwriting and advisory fees
707
519
Deposit and payment fees
958
924
Credit fees
1,218
1,385
Card fees
414
379
Investment management and custodial fees
1,980
1,768
Mutual fund fees
1,796
1,743
Income from insurance activities, net (1)
356
347
Commissions on securities transactions
431
338
Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/designated at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL), net
3,226
2,346
Gains (losses) from debt securities measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI) and amortized cost, net
43
83
Foreign exchange other than trading (FXOTT)
386
360
Income from equity-accounted associates and joint ventures (Note 24)
79
30
Other
317
285
11,911
10,507
Total revenue
25,606
23,332
Provision for credit losses (Note 5)
2,001
2,010
Non-interest expenses
Employee compensation and benefits
8,261
7,550
Occupancy costs
830
823
Computer, software and office equipment
2,719
2,467
Communications
362
364
Advertising and business development
344
304
Professional fees
257
245
Business and capital taxes
128
124
Other (Notes 3 and 8)
1,538
2,472
14,439
14,349
Income before income taxes
9,166
6,973
Income taxes (Note 18)
2,012
1,934
Net income
$
7,154 $
5,039
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
$
39 $
38
Preferred shareholders and other equity instrument holders
$
263 $
267
Common shareholders
6,852
4,734
Net income attributable to equity shareholders
$
7,115 $
5,001
Earnings per share (EPS) (in dollars) (Note 19)
Basic
$
7.29 $
5.17
Diluted
7.28
5.17
Dividends per common share (in dollars) (Note 15)
3.60
3.44
(1) Certain comparative amounts have been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17 in the first quarter of 2024. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for
additional details.
(2) Interest income included $48.5 billion for the year ended October 31, 2024 (2023: $42.5 billion) calculated based on the effective interest rate method.
The accompanying notes and shaded sections in “MD&A – Management of risk” are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated financial statements
Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
Millions of Canadian dollars, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Net income
$
7,154
$
5,039
Other comprehensive income (loss) (OCI), net of income tax, that is subject to subsequent reclassification to net income
Net foreign currency translation adjustments
Net gains (losses) on investments in foreign operations
281
1,163
Net gains (losses) on hedges of investments in foreign operations
(267)
(812)
14
351
Net change in debt securities measured at FVOCI
Net gains (losses) on debt securities measured at FVOCI
127
274
Net (gains) losses reclassified to net income
(27)
(65)
100
209
Net change in cash flow hedges
Net gains (losses) on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges
2,348
(222)
Net (gains) losses reclassified to net income
(813)
(142)
1,535
(364)
OCI, net of income tax, that is not subject to subsequent reclassification to net income
Net gains (losses) on post-employment defined benefit plans
250
(240)
Net gains (losses) due to fair value change of fair value option (FVO) liabilities attributable to
changes in credit risk
(216)
(106)
Net gains (losses) on equity securities designated at FVOCI
(13)
19
21
(327)
Total OCI (2)
1,670
(131)
Comprehensive income
$
8,824
$
4,908
Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interests
$
39
$
38
Preferred shareholders and other equity instrument holders
$
263
$
267
Common shareholders
8,522
4,603
Comprehensive income attributable to equity shareholders
$
8,785
$
4,870
(1) Certain comparative amounts have been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17 in the first quarter of 2024. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for
additional details.
(2) Includes $113 million of gains for 2024 (2023: $66 million of gains) relating to our investments in equity-accounted associates and joint ventures.
Millions of Canadian dollars, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Income tax (expense) benefit allocated to each component of OCI
Subject to subsequent reclassification to net income
Net foreign currency translation adjustments
Net gains (losses) on investments in foreign operations
$
(5)
$
(26)
Net gains (losses) on hedges of investments in foreign operations
–
26
(5)
–
Net change in debt securities measured at FVOCI
Net gains (losses) on debt securities measured at FVOCI
(12)
(65)
Net (gains) losses reclassified to net income
10
25
(2)
(40)
Net change in cash flow hedges
Net gains (losses) on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges
(903)
106
Net (gains) losses reclassified to net income
313
46
(590)
152
Not subject to subsequent reclassification to net income
Net gains (losses) on post-employment defined benefit plans
(68)
75
Net gains (losses) due to fair value change of FVO liabilities attributable to changes in credit risk
83
38
Net gains (losses) on equity securities designated at FVOCI
4
(6)
19
107
$
(578)
$
219
The accompanying notes and shaded sections in “MD&A – Management of risk” are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated financial statements
Consolidated statement of changes in equity
Millions of Canadian dollars, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Preferred shares and other equity instruments (Note 15)
Balance at beginning of year
$
4,925
$
4,923
Issue of preferred shares and limited recourse capital notes (LRCNs)
1,000
–
Redemption of preferred shares
(975)
–
Treasury shares
(4)
2
Balance at end of year
$
4,946
$
4,925
Common shares (Note 15)
Balance at beginning of year
$
16,082
$
14,726
Issue of common shares
1,019
1,358
Purchase of common shares for cancellation
(90)
–
Treasury shares
–
(2)
Balance at end of year
$
17,011
$
16,082
Contributed surplus
Balance at beginning of year
$
109
$
115
Compensation expense arising from equity-settled share-based awards
16
13
Exercise of stock options and settlement of other equity-settled share-based awards
(9)
(20)
Other
43
1
Balance at end of year
$
159
$
109
Retained earnings
Balance at beginning of year before accounting policy changes
n/a
$
28,823
Impact of adopting IFRS 17 at November 1, 2022
n/a
(56)
Balance at beginning of year
$
30,352
28,767
Net income attributable to equity shareholders
7,115
5,001
Dividends and distributions (Note 15)
Preferred and other equity instruments
(263)
(267)
Common
(3,382)
(3,149)
Premium on purchase of common shares for cancellation
(329)
–
Realized gains (losses) on equity securities designated at FVOCI reclassified from AOCI
(15)
–
Other
(7)
–
Balance at end of year
$
33,471
$
30,352
AOCI, net of income tax
AOCI, net of income tax, that is subject to subsequent reclassification to net income
Net foreign currency translation adjustments
Balance at beginning of year
$
2,162
$
1,811
Net change in foreign currency translation adjustments
14
351
Balance at end of year
$
2,176
$
2,162
Net gains (losses) on debt securities measured at FVOCI
Balance at beginning of year
$
(407)
$
(616)
Net change in debt securities measured at FVOCI
100
209
Balance at end of year
$
(307)
$
(407)
Net gains (losses) on cash flow hedges
Balance at beginning of year
$
(1,026)
$
(662)
Net change in cash flow hedges
1,535
(364)
Balance at end of year
$
509
$
(1,026)
AOCI, net of income tax, that is not subject to subsequent reclassification to net income
Net gains (losses) on post-employment defined benefit plans
Balance at beginning of year
$
592
$
832
Net change in post-employment defined benefit plans
250
(240)
Balance at end of year
$
842
$
592
Net gains (losses) due to fair value change of FVO liabilities attributable to changes in credit risk
Balance at beginning of year
$
128
$
234
Net change attributable to changes in credit risk
(216)
(106)
Balance at end of year
$
(88)
$
128
Net gains (losses) on equity securities designated at FVOCI
Balance at beginning of year
$
14
$
(5)
Net gains (losses) on equity securities designated at FVOCI
(13)
19
Realized (gains) losses on equity securities designated at FVOCI reclassified to retained earnings
15
–
Balance at end of year
$
16
$
14
Total AOCI, net of income tax
$
3,148
$
1,463
Non-controlling interests
Balance at beginning of year
$
232
$
201
Net income attributable to non-controlling interests
39
38
Dividends
(8)
(8)
Other
9
1
Balance at end of year
$
272
$
232
Equity at end of year
$
59,007
$
53,163
(1) Certain comparative amounts have been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17 in the first quarter of 2024. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for
additional details.
n/a Not applicable.
The accompanying notes and shaded sections in “MD&A – Management of risk” are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Consolidated financial statements
Consolidated statement of cash flows
Millions of Canadian dollars, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities
Net income
$
7,154
$
5,039
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities:
Provision for credit losses
2,001
2,010
Amortization and impairment (2)
1,170
1,143
Stock options and restricted shares expense
16
13
Deferred income taxes
(244)
(84)
Losses (gains) from debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost
(43)
(83)
Net losses (gains) on disposal of property and equipment
(1)
(3)
Other non-cash items, net
(1,822)
1,822
Net changes in operating assets and liabilities
Interest-bearing deposits with banks
(4,597)
(2,576)
Loans, net of repayments
(28,930)
(14,301)
Deposits, net of withdrawals
34,467
17,045
Obligations related to securities sold short
2,976
3,382
Accrued interest receivable
(711)
(1,272)
Accrued interest payable
452
2,521
Derivative assets
(3,240)
9,826
Derivative liabilities
(813)
(10,382)
Securities measured at FVTPL
(23,319)
(15,427)
Other assets and liabilities measured/designated at FVTPL
3,431
8,259
Current income taxes
(257)
361
Cash collateral on securities lent
(84)
3,228
Obligations related to securities sold under repurchase agreements
23,035
9,319
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
(2,377)
675
Securities purchased under resale agreements
(3,537)
(10,971)
Other, net
6,361
2,610
11,088
12,154
Cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities
Issue of subordinated indebtedness
2,250
1,750
Redemption/repurchase/maturity of subordinated indebtedness
(1,536)
(1,500)
Issue of preferred shares and limited recourse capital notes, net of issuance cost
996
–
Redemption of preferred shares
(975)
–
Issue of common shares for cash
312
183
Purchase of common shares for cancellation
(419)
–
Net sale (purchase) of treasury shares
(4)
–
Dividends and distributions paid
(2,947)
(2,261)
Repayment of lease liabilities
(287)
(331)
(2,610)
(2,159)
Cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities
Purchase of securities measured/designated at FVOCI and amortized cost
(76,528)
(79,487)
Proceeds from sale of securities measured/designated at FVOCI and amortized cost
29,761
26,914
Proceeds from maturity of debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost
27,105
32,824
Net sale (purchase) of property, equipment, software and other intangible assets
(1,089)
(1,014)
(20,751)
(20,763)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and non-interest-bearing deposits with banks
22
49
Net increase (decrease) in cash and non-interest-bearing deposits with banks during the year
(12,251)
(10,719)
Cash and non-interest-bearing deposits with banks at beginning of year
20,816
31,535
Cash and non-interest-bearing deposits with banks at end of year (3)
$
8,565
$
20,816
Cash interest paid
$
38,038
$
29,673
Cash interest received
49,761
42,600
Cash dividends received
1,713
1,147
Cash income taxes paid
2,513
1,657
(1) Certain comparative amounts have been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17 in the first quarter of 2024. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for
additional details.
(2) Comprises amortization and impairment of buildings, right-of-use assets, furniture, equipment, leasehold improvements, and software and other intangible assets.
(3) Includes restricted cash of $466 million (2023: $491 million) and interest-bearing demand deposits with Bank of Canada.
The accompanying notes and shaded sections in “MD&A – Management of risk” are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) is a diversified financial institution governed by the Bank Act (Canada). CIBC was formed through the
amalgamation of the Canadian Bank of Commerce and Imperial Bank of Canada in 1961. Through our four strategic business units (SBUs) –
Canadian Personal and Business Banking, Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth
Management, and Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services – CIBC provides a full range of financial products and services to our personal
banking, business, public sector and institutional clients in Canada, the United States (U.S.) and around the world. Refer to Note 29 for further
details on our business units. CIBC is incorporated and domiciled in Canada, with our registered and principal business offices located at CIBC
SQUARE, Toronto, Ontario.
Note 1
Basis of preparation and summary of material accounting policies
Basis of preparation
The consolidated financial statements of CIBC have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued
by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). These consolidated financial statements also comply with Section 308(4) of the Bank Act
(Canada) and the requirements of the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI).
CIBC has consistently applied the same accounting policies throughout all periods presented, except as indicated in the “Changes in
accounting policies” section below.
These consolidated financial statements are presented in millions of Canadian dollars, unless otherwise indicated.
These consolidated financial statements were authorized for issue by the Board of Directors (the Board) on December 4, 2024.
Summary of material accounting policies
The following paragraphs describe our material accounting policies.
Use of estimates and assumptions
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS requires management to make estimates and assumptions that
affect the recognized and measured amounts of assets, liabilities, net income, comprehensive income and related disclosures. Significant estimates
and assumptions are made in the areas of the valuation of financial instruments, allowance for credit losses, the evaluation of whether to consolidate
structured entities (SEs), leases, asset impairment, income taxes, provisions and contingent liabilities, post-employment and other long-term benefit
plan assumptions and the valuation of self-managed loyalty points programs. Actual results could differ from these estimates and assumptions.
Basis of consolidation
We consolidate entities over which we have control. We have control over another entity when we have: (i) power to direct relevant activities of the
entity; (ii) exposure, or rights, to variable returns from our involvement with the entity; and (iii) the ability to affect those returns through our power
over the entity.
Subsidiaries
Subsidiaries are entities over which CIBC has control. Generally, CIBC has control of its subsidiaries through a shareholding of more than 50% of
the voting rights, and has significant exposure to the subsidiaries based on its ownership interests of more than 50%. The effects of potential voting
rights that CIBC has the practical ability to exercise are considered when assessing whether control exists. Subsidiaries are consolidated from the
date control is obtained by CIBC and are deconsolidated from the date control is lost. Consistent accounting policies are applied for all
consolidated subsidiaries. Details of our significant subsidiaries are provided in Note 25.
Structured entities
A SE is an entity that has been designed so that voting or similar rights are not the dominant factor in deciding who controls the entity, such as when
any voting rights relate to administrative tasks only and the significant relevant activities are directed by contractual arrangements. SEs often have
some or all of the following features or attributes: (i) restricted activities; (ii) a narrow and well-defined objective, such as to securitize our own
financial assets or third-party financial assets to provide sources of funding or to provide investment opportunities for investors by passing on risks
and rewards associated with the assets of the SE to investors; (iii) insufficient equity to permit the SE to finance its activities without subordinated
financial support; or (iv) financing in the form of multiple contractually linked instruments to investors that create concentrations of credit or other
risks. Examples of SEs include securitization vehicles, asset-backed financings, capital vehicles and investment funds.
When voting rights are not relevant in deciding whether CIBC has power over an entity, particularly for complex SEs, the assessment of control
considers all facts and circumstances, including the purpose and design of the investee, its relationship with other parties and each party’s ability to
make decisions over significant activities, and whether CIBC is acting as a principal or as an agent.
We do not have control over an investee when we are acting as the agent for a third-party. In assessing whether we are an agent we
determine: (i) the scope of our decision-making authority; (ii) the rights held by other parties; (iii) the remuneration to which we are entitled; and
(iv) our exposure to variability of returns from other interests that we hold in the investee.
Consolidation conclusions are reassessed whenever there is a change in the specific facts and circumstances relevant to one or more of the
three elements of control. Factors that trigger the reassessment include, but are not limited to, significant changes in ownership structure of the
entities, changes in contractual or governance arrangements, provision of a liquidity facility beyond the original terms, transactions with the entities
that were not contemplated originally and changes in the financing structure of the entities.
Transactions eliminated on consolidation
All intercompany transactions, balances and unrealized gains and losses on transactions are eliminated on consolidation.
Non-controlling interests
Non-controlling interests are presented on the consolidated balance sheet as a separate component of equity that is distinct from CIBC’s
shareholders’ equity. The net income attributable to non-controlling interests is presented separately in the consolidated statement of income.
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Associates and joint ventures
We classify investments in entities over which we have significant influence, and that are neither subsidiaries nor joint ventures, as associates.
Significant influence is presumed to exist where we hold, either directly or indirectly, between 20% and 50% of the voting rights of an entity, or, in the
case of a limited partnership, where CIBC is a co-general partner. Significant influence also may exist where we hold less than 20% of the voting
rights of an entity, for example if we have influence over policy-making processes through representation on the entity’s Board of Directors, or by
other means. Where we are a party to a contractual arrangement whereby we undertake an economic activity that is subject to joint control together
with one or more parties, we classify our interest in the venture as a joint venture.
Investments in associates and interests in joint ventures are accounted for using the equity method. Under the equity method, such
investments are initially measured at cost, including attributable goodwill and intangible assets, and are adjusted thereafter for the post-acquisition
change in our share of the net assets of the investment.
In applying the equity method for an investment that has a different reporting period from that of CIBC, adjustments are made for the effects of
any significant events or transactions that occur between the reporting date of the investment and CIBC’s reporting date.
Foreign currency translation
Monetary assets and liabilities and non-monetary assets and liabilities measured at fair value that are denominated in foreign currencies are
translated into the functional currencies of operations at prevailing exchange rates at the date of the consolidated balance sheet. Revenue and
expenses are translated using average monthly exchange rates. Realized and unrealized gains and losses arising from translation into functional
currencies are included in the consolidated statement of income, with the exception of unrealized foreign exchange gains and losses on FVOCI
equity securities, which are included in AOCI.
Assets and liabilities of foreign operations with a functional currency other than the Canadian dollar, including goodwill and fair value
adjustments arising on acquisition, are translated into Canadian dollars at the exchange rates prevailing as at the consolidated balance sheet date,
while revenue and expenses of these foreign operations are translated into Canadian dollars at the average monthly exchange rates. Exchange
gains and losses arising from the translation of these foreign operations and from the results of hedging the net investment in these foreign
operations, net of applicable taxes, are included in Net foreign currency translation adjustments, in AOCI.
Any accumulated exchange gains and losses, including the impact of hedging, and any applicable taxes in AOCI are reclassified into the
consolidated statement of income when there is a disposal of a foreign operation, including a partial disposal of a foreign operation that involves the
loss of control. On partial disposal of a foreign operation that does not involve the loss of control, the proportionate share of the accumulated
exchange gains and losses, including the impact of hedging, and any applicable taxes previously recognized in AOCI are reclassified into the
consolidated statement of income.
Accounting for financial instruments
Classification and measurement of financial instruments
All financial assets must be classified at initial recognition as financial instruments mandatorily measured at FVTPL (trading and non-trading),
financial instruments measured at amortized cost, debt financial instruments measured at FVOCI, equity financial instruments designated at FVOCI,
or financial instruments designated at FVTPL (fair value option), based on the contractual cash flow characteristics of the financial assets and the
business model under which the financial assets are managed. All financial assets and derivatives are required to be measured at fair value with the
exception of financial assets measured at amortized cost. Financial assets are required to be reclassified when and only when the business model
under which they are managed has changed. All reclassifications are to be applied prospectively from the reclassification date.
The classification and measurement model requires that all debt instrument financial assets that do not meet a “solely payment of principal and
interest” (SPPI) test, including those that contain embedded derivatives, be classified at initial recognition as FVTPL. The SPPI test is conducted to
identify whether the contractual cash flows of a financial instrument are “solely payments of principal and interest” such that any variability in the
contractual cash flows is consistent with a “basic lending arrangement”. “Principal” for the purpose of this test is defined as the fair value of the
financial asset at initial recognition and may change over the life of the financial asset, for example, due to repayments of principal or amortization of
the premium/discount. “Interest” for the purpose of this test is defined as the consideration for the time value of money and credit risk, which are the
most significant elements of interest within a lending arrangement. Contractual terms that introduce a more than de minimis exposure to risks or
volatility in the contractual cash flows that are unrelated to a basic lending arrangement do not give rise to contractual cash flows that are solely
payments of principal and interest on the amount outstanding. The intent of the SPPI test is to ensure that debt instruments that contain non-basic
lending features, such as equity conversion options and equity-linked payouts, are measured at FVTPL.
For debt instrument financial assets that meet the SPPI test, classification at initial recognition is determined based on the business model
under which these instruments are managed. Debt instruments that are managed on a “held for trading” or “fair value” basis are classified as
FVTPL. Debt instruments that are managed on a “hold to collect and for sale” basis are classified as FVOCI for debt. Debt instruments that are
managed on a “hold to collect” basis are classified as amortized cost. We consider the following in our determination of the applicable business
model for financial assets:
I)
The business purpose of the portfolio;
II)
The risks that are being managed and the type of business activities that are being carried out on a day-to-day basis to manage the risks;
III)
The basis on which performance of the portfolio is being evaluated; and
IV)
The frequency and significance of sales activity.
All equity instrument financial assets are classified at initial recognition as FVTPL unless they are not held with the intent for short-term profit-taking
and an irrevocable designation is made to classify the instrument as FVOCI for equities.
Derivatives, obligations related to securities sold short and FVO financial liabilities are measured at fair value. Other financial liabilities are
measured at amortized cost.
Derivatives are measured at FVTPL, except to the extent that they are designated in a hedging relationship, in which case the International
Accounting Standard (IAS) 39 “Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement” (IAS 39) hedge accounting requirements continue to apply.
Financial instruments mandatorily measured at FVTPL (trading and non-trading)
Trading financial instruments are mandatorily measured at FVTPL as they are held for trading purposes or are part of a managed portfolio with a
pattern of short-term profit-taking. Non-trading financial assets are also mandatorily measured at fair value if their contractual cash flow
characteristics do not meet the SPPI test or if they are managed together with other financial instruments on a fair value basis.
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Trading and non-trading financial instruments mandatorily measured at FVTPL are remeasured at fair value as at the consolidated balance
sheet date. Gains and losses realized on disposition and unrealized gains and losses from changes in fair value are included in Non-interest income
as Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/designated at FVTPL, net. Interest income and dividends earned on trading and non-trading
securities and dividends and interest expense incurred on securities sold short are included in net interest income.
Financial instruments designated at FVTPL (fair value option)
Financial instruments designated at FVTPL are those that we voluntarily designate at initial recognition as instruments that we will measure at fair
value through the consolidated statement of income that would otherwise fall into a different accounting category. The FVO designation, once made,
is irrevocable and can only be applied if reliable fair values are available, when doing so eliminates or significantly reduces the measurement
inconsistency that would otherwise arise from measuring assets or liabilities on a different basis and if certain OSFI requirements pertaining to certain
loans are met. Financial liabilities may also be designated at FVTPL when they are part of a portfolio which is managed on a fair value basis, in
accordance with our investment strategy, and are reported internally on that basis. Designation at FVTPL may also be applied to financial liabilities
that have one or more embedded derivatives that would otherwise require bifurcation. We apply the FVO to certain mortgage commitments.
Gains and losses realized on dispositions and unrealized gains and losses from changes in the fair value of FVO financial instruments are
treated in the same manner as financial instruments which are mandatorily measured at FVTPL, except that changes in the fair value of FVO
liabilities that are attributable to changes in own credit risk are recognized in OCI. Dividends and interest earned, and interest expense incurred on
FVO assets and liabilities are included in Interest income and Interest expense, respectively.
Financial assets measured at amortized cost
Financial assets measured at amortized cost are debt financial instruments with contractual cash flows that meet the SPPI test and are managed on
a “hold to collect” basis. These financial assets are recognized initially at fair value plus direct and incremental transaction costs, and are
subsequently measured at amortized cost, using the effective interest rate method, net of an allowance for expected credit losses (ECL).
Loans measured at amortized cost include residential mortgages, personal loans, credit cards and most business and government loans.
Certain portfolios of treasury securities that are managed on a “hold to collect” basis are also classified as amortized cost.
Most deposits with banks, securities purchased under resale agreements, cash collateral on securities borrowed and most customers’ liability
under acceptances are accounted for at amortized cost.
Debt financial assets measured at FVOCI
Debt financial instruments measured at FVOCI are non-derivative financial assets with contractual cash flows that meet the SPPI test and are
managed on a “hold to collect and for sale” basis.
FVOCI debt instruments are measured initially at fair value, plus direct and incremental transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition,
FVOCI debt instruments are remeasured at fair value, with the exception that changes in ECL allowances in addition to related foreign exchange
gains or losses are recognized in the consolidated statement of income. Cumulative gains and losses previously recognized in OCI are transferred
from AOCI to the consolidated statement of income when the debt instrument is sold. Realized gains and losses on sale, determined on an average
cost basis, and changes in ECL allowances, are included in Gains (losses) from debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost, net in the
consolidated statement of income. Interest income from FVOCI debt instruments is included in Interest income. FVOCI debt instruments include our
treasury securities which are managed on a “hold to collect and for sale” basis.
A debt financial instrument is classified as impaired (stage 3) when one or more events that have a detrimental impact on the estimated future
cash flows of that financial instrument have occurred after its initial recognition. Evidence of impairment includes indications that the borrower is
experiencing significant financial difficulty, or a default or delinquency has occurred.
Equity financial instruments designated at FVOCI
Equity financial instruments are measured at FVTPL unless an irrevocable designation is made to measure them at FVOCI. Gains or losses from
changes in the fair value of equity instruments designated at FVOCI, including any related foreign exchange gains or losses, are recognized in OCI.
Amounts recognized in OCI will not be subsequently recycled to profit or loss, with the exception of dividends that are not considered a return of
capital, which are recognized as interest income when received in the consolidated statement of income. Instead, cumulative gains or losses upon
derecognition of the equity instrument will be transferred within equity from AOCI to retained earnings and presented in Realized gains (losses) on
equity securities designated at FVOCI reclassified to retained earnings in the consolidated statement of changes in equity. Financial assets
designated as FVOCI include non-trading equity securities, primarily related to our investment in private companies and certain limited partnerships.
Impairment of financial assets
ECL allowances are recognized on all financial assets that are debt instruments classified either as amortized cost or FVOCI and for all loan
commitments and financial guarantees that are not measured at FVTPL. ECL allowances represent credit losses that reflect an unbiased and
probability-weighted amount which is determined by evaluating a range of possible outcomes, the time value of money and reasonable and
supportable information about past events, current conditions and forecasts of future economic conditions. Forward-looking information is explicitly
incorporated into the estimation of ECL allowances, which involves significant judgment (see Note 5 for additional details).
ECL allowances for loans and acceptances are included in Allowance for credit losses on the consolidated balance sheet. ECL allowances for
FVOCI debt securities are included as a component of the carrying value of the securities, which are measured at fair value. ECL allowances for
other financial assets are included in the carrying value of the instrument. ECL allowances for guarantees and loan commitments are included in
Other liabilities.
ECL allowances are measured at amounts equal to either: (i) 12-month ECL; or (ii) lifetime ECL for those financial instruments which have
experienced a significant increase in credit risk (SICR) since initial recognition or when there is objective evidence of impairment.
The calculation of ECL allowances is based on the expected value of three probability-weighted scenarios to measure the expected cash
shortfalls, discounted at the effective interest rate. A cash shortfall is the difference between the contractual cash flows that are due and the cash
flows that we expect to receive. The key inputs in the measurement of ECL allowances are as follows:
•
The probability of default (PD) is an estimate of the likelihood of default over a given time horizon;
•
The loss given default (LGD) is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where a default occurs at a given time; and
•
The exposure at default (EAD) is an estimate of the exposure at a future default date.
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Lifetime ECL is the expected credit losses that result from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument. 12-month ECL
is the portion of lifetime expected credit losses that represent the expected credit losses that result from default events on the financial instrument
that are possible within the 12 months after the reporting date.
Stage migration and significant increase in credit risk
As a result of the requirements above, financial instruments subject to ECL allowances are categorized into three stages.
For performing financial instruments:
Stage 1 is comprised of all performing financial instruments which have not experienced a SICR since initial recognition. We recognize 12 months
of ECL for stage 1 financial instruments. In assessing whether credit risk has increased significantly, we compare the risk of a default occurring on the
financial instrument as at the reporting date with the risk of a default occurring on the financial instrument as at the date of its initial recognition.
Stage 2 is comprised of all performing financial instruments which have experienced a SICR since initial recognition. We recognize lifetime
ECL for stage 2 financial instruments. In subsequent reporting periods, if the credit risk of the financial instrument improves such that there is no
longer a SICR since initial recognition, we then revert to recognizing 12 months of ECL as the financial instrument has migrated back to stage 1.
We determine whether a financial instrument has experienced a SICR since its initial recognition on an individual financial instrument basis.
Changes in the required ECL allowance, including the impact of financial instruments migrating between stage 1 and stage 2, are recorded in
Provision for credit losses in the consolidated statement of income. Significant judgment is required in the application of SICR (see Note 5 for
additional details).
Stage 3 financial instruments are those that we have classified as impaired. We recognize lifetime ECL for all stage 3 financial instruments. We
classify a financial instrument as impaired when one or more events that have a detrimental impact on the estimated future cash flows of that
financial instrument have occurred after its initial recognition. Evidence of impairment includes indications that the borrower is experiencing
significant financial difficulty, or a default or delinquency has occurred. Generally, financial instruments on which repayment of principal or payment
of interest is contractually more than 90 days in arrears are considered impaired, except for credit card loans, which are classified as impaired and
are fully written off when payments are contractually 180 days in arrears or at the earlier of the notice of bankruptcy, settlement proposal, or
enlistment of credit counselling services.
A financial instrument is no longer considered impaired when it is determined that there is reasonable assurance that the principal and interest
are fully collectable in accordance with the original contractual terms or revised market terms of the financial instrument with all criteria for the
impaired classification having been remedied.
Financial instruments are written off, either partially or in full, against the related allowance for credit losses when we judge that there is no
realistic prospect of future recovery in respect of those amounts. When financial instruments are secured, this is generally after all collateral has
been realized or transferred to CIBC, or in certain circumstances, when the net realizable value of any collateral and other available information
suggests that there is no reasonable expectation of further recovery. In subsequent periods, any recoveries of amounts previously written off are
credited to the provision for credit losses.
Purchased loans
Both purchased performing and purchased credit-impaired loans are initially measured at their acquisition date fair values. As a result of recording
these loans at fair value, no allowance for credit losses is recognized in the purchase equation at the acquisition date. Fair value is determined by
estimating the principal and interest cash flows expected to be collected and discounting those cash flows at a market rate of interest. At the
acquisition date, we classify a loan as performing where we expect timely collection of all amounts in accordance with the original contractual terms
of the loan and as credit-impaired where it is probable that we will not be able to collect all contractually required payments.
For purchased performing loans, the acquisition date fair value adjustment on each loan is amortized to interest income over the expected
remaining life of the loan using the effective interest rate method. The remaining unamortized amounts relating to those loans are recorded in
income in the period that the loan is repaid. ECL allowances are established in Provision for credit losses in the consolidated statement of income
immediately after the acquisition date based on classifying each loan in stage 1, since the acquisition date is established as the initial recognition
date of purchased performing loans for the purpose of assessing whether a SICR has occurred. Subsequent to the acquisition date, ECL
allowances are estimated in a manner consistent with our SICR and impairment policies that we apply to loans that we originate.
For purchased credit-impaired loans, the acquisition date fair value adjustment on each loan consists of management’s estimate of the shortfall
of principal and interest cash flows expected to be collected and the time value of money. The time value of money component of the fair value
adjustment is amortized to interest income over the expected remaining life of the loan using the effective interest rate method. Subsequent to the
acquisition date, we regularly re-estimate the expected cash flows for purchased credit-impaired loans. Decreases in the expected cash flows will
result in an increase in our ECL allowance. Increases in the expected cash flows will result in a recovery of the ECL allowance. ECL allowances for
purchased credit-impaired loans are reported in stage 3.
Originated credit-impaired financial assets
The accounting for originated credit-impaired financial assets operates in a similar manner to the accounting for purchased credit-impaired loans in
that originated credit-impaired assets are initially recognized at fair value with no initial ECL allowance as concerns about the collection of future
cash flows are instead reflected in the origination date discount. The time value of money component of the discount is amortized to interest income
over the expected remaining life of the financial asset using the effective interest rate method. Changes in expectation regarding the contractual
cash flows for loans are recognized immediately in Provision for credit losses and for securities are recognized in Gains (losses) from debt
securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost, net.
This accounting generally applies to financial assets that result from debt restructuring arrangements in which a previously impaired financial
asset is exchanged for a new financial asset that is either recognized at a fair value that represents a deep discount to par or for which there are
significant concerns over the ability to collect the contractual cash flows.
Determination of fair value
Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability between market participants in an orderly transaction in the
principal market at the measurement date under current market conditions (i.e. the exit price). Fair value measurements are categorized into three
levels within a fair value hierarchy (Level 1, 2 or 3) based upon the market observability of the valuation inputs used in measuring the fair value. See
Note 2 for more details about fair value measurement subsequent to initial recognition by type of financial instrument.
Transaction costs
Transaction costs relating to financial instruments mandatorily measured or designated at FVTPL are expensed as incurred. Transaction costs are
amortized over the expected life of the instrument using the effective interest rate method for instruments measured at amortized cost and debt
instruments measured at FVOCI. For equity instruments designated at FVOCI, transaction costs are included in the instrument’s carrying value.
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Date of recognition of securities
We account for all securities transactions on our consolidated balance sheet using settlement date accounting.
Effective interest rate
Interest income and expense for all financial instruments measured at amortized cost and for debt securities measured at FVOCI are recognized in
Interest income and Interest expense using the effective interest rate method. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated
future cash receipts or payments through the expected life of the financial instrument to the net carrying value of the financial asset or liability upon
initial recognition. When calculating the effective interest rate, we estimate future cash flows considering all contractual terms of the financial
instrument, but not future credit losses.
Fees relating to loan origination, including commitment, restructuring and renegotiation fees, are considered an integral part of the yield
earned on the loan and are accounted for using the effective interest rate method. Fees received for commitments that are not expected to result in
a loan are included in Non-interest income over the commitment period. Loan syndication fees are included in Non-interest income on completion of
the syndication arrangement, provided that the yield on the portion of the loan we retain is at least equal to the average yield earned by the other
lenders involved in the financing; otherwise, an appropriate portion of the fee is deferred as unearned income and amortized to interest income
using the effective interest rate method.
Interest income is recognized on stage 1 and stage 2 financial assets measured at amortized cost by applying the effective interest rate to the
gross carrying amount of the financial instrument. For stage 3 financial instruments, interest income is recognized using the rate of interest used to
discount the estimated future cash flows for the purpose of measuring the impairment loss and applied to the net carrying value of the financial
instrument.
Securitizations and derecognition of financial assets
Securitization of our own assets provides us with an additional source of liquidity. As we generally retain substantially all of the risks and rewards of
the transferred assets, assets remain on the consolidated balance sheet and funding from these transactions is accounted for as Deposits –
secured borrowings.
Securitizations to non-consolidated SEs are accounted for as sales, with the related assets being derecognized, only where:
•
Our contractual right to receive cash flows from the assets has expired; or
•
We transfer our contractual rights to receive the cash flows of the financial asset or where applicable the transfer also meets the criteria of a
qualifying pass-through arrangement, and have: (i) transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership, or (ii) neither retained nor
transferred substantially all the risks and rewards, but have not retained control.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
A financial liability is derecognized when the obligation under the liability is discharged, cancelled or expires. If an existing financial liability is
replaced by another liability from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of the existing liability are substantially modified, such
an exchange or modification is treated as a derecognition of the original liability and a recognition of a new liability, and the difference in the
respective carrying values is recognized in the consolidated statement of income. The repurchase of a debt instrument is considered an
extinguishment of that debt instrument even if we intend to resell the instrument in the near term.
Financial guarantees
Financial guarantees are financial contracts that require the issuer to make specified payments to reimburse the holder for a loss it incurs because a
specified debtor fails to make payment when due in accordance with the original or modified terms of a debt instrument.
Financial guarantee contracts issued by CIBC that are not classified as insurance contracts are initially recognized as a liability at fair value,
adjusted for transaction costs that are directly attributable to the issuance of the guarantees, which is generally the premium received or receivable
on the date the guarantee was given. Subsequently, financial guarantee liabilities are measured at the higher of the initial fair value, less cumulative
amortization, and the applicable ECL allowances. A financial guarantee that qualifies as a derivative is remeasured at fair value as at each reporting
date and reported as Derivative instruments in assets or liabilities, as appropriate.
Mortgage commitments
Mortgage interest rate commitments are extended to our retail clients in contemplation of borrowing to finance the purchase of homes under
mortgages to be funded by CIBC in the future. These commitments are usually for periods of up to 120 days and generally entitle the borrower to
receive funding at the lower of the interest rate at the time of the commitment and the rate applicable at the funding date. We use financial instruments,
such as interest rate derivatives, to economically hedge our exposure to an increase in interest rates. Based on our estimate of the commitments
expected to be exercised, a financial liability is recognized on our consolidated balance sheet for those commitments where we apply the FVO. We
also carry the associated economic hedges at fair value on the consolidated balance sheet. Changes in the fair value of the FVO commitment liability
and the associated economic hedges are included in Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/designated at FVTPL, net. In addition, since
the fair value of the commitments is priced into the mortgage, the difference between the mortgage amount and its fair value at funding is recognized
in the consolidated statement of income to offset the carrying value of the mortgage commitment that is released upon its expiry.
Offsetting of financial assets and financial liabilities
Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset, and the amount presented net in the consolidated balance sheet, when we have a legally
enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts and intend to settle on a net basis or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Acceptances and customers’ liability under acceptances
Acceptances constitute a liability of CIBC on negotiable instruments issued to third parties by our customers. We earned a fee for guaranteeing and then
making the payment to the third parties. The amounts owed to us by our customers in respect of these guaranteed amounts are reflected in assets as
Customers’ liability under acceptances. See the “Interest rate benchmark reform” section below for details on the impact of Canadian Dollar Offered Rate
(CDOR) cessation on acceptances and customers’ liability under acceptances.
Securities purchased under resale agreements and obligations related to securities sold under repurchase agreements
Securities purchased under resale agreements are treated as collateralized lending transactions as they represent the purchase of securities affected
with a simultaneous agreement to sell them back at a future date at a fixed price, which is generally near term. Securities subject to these transactions
include certain loans that are readily securitizable. The agreements include certain total return swap arrangements that are economically equivalent to
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resale agreements. These transactions meet the SPPI criteria and are generally classified and measured at amortized cost, as they are also managed
under a hold to collect business model. Certain transactions are classified at FVTPL as they are managed on a held for sale basis or are designated at
FVTPL under the FVO. For Securities purchased under resale agreements that are classified at amortized cost, an ECL is applied. Interest income is
accrued using the effective interest rate method and is included in Interest income – Securities borrowed or purchased under resale agreements in the
consolidated statement of income.
Similarly, securities sold under agreements to repurchase are treated as collateralized borrowing transactions at amortized cost with interest
expense accrued using the effective interest rate method and are included in Interest expense – Securities lent or sold under repurchase
agreements in the consolidated statement of income. Certain obligations related to securities sold under repurchase agreements are designated at
FVTPL under the FVO.
Cash collateral on securities borrowed and securities lent
The right to receive back cash collateral paid and the obligation to return cash collateral received on borrowing and lending of securities, which is
generally near term, is recognized as cash collateral on securities borrowed and securities lent, respectively. These transactions are classified and
measured at amortized cost as they meet the SPPI criteria and are managed under a hold to collect business model. For Cash collateral on
securities borrowed classified at amortized cost, an ECL is applied. Interest income on cash collateral paid and interest expense on cash collateral
received together with the security borrowing fees and security lending income are included in Interest income – Securities borrowed or purchased
under resale agreements and Interest expense – Securities lent or sold under repurchase agreements, respectively. For securities borrowing and
lending transactions where securities are pledged or received as collateral, securities pledged by CIBC for which CIBC retains the risks and
rewards remain on the consolidated balance sheet and securities received by CIBC are not recognized on the consolidated balance sheet.
Derivatives
We use derivative instruments for both asset/liability management (ALM) and trading purposes. The derivatives used for ALM purposes allow us to
manage financial risks, such as movements in interest and foreign exchange rates, while our derivative trading activities are primarily driven by
client activities. We may also take proprietary trading positions within prescribed risk limits with the objective of earning income.
All derivative instruments are recognized initially, and are measured subsequently, at fair value and are reported as assets where they have a
positive fair value and as liabilities where they have a negative fair value, in both cases as derivative instruments. Any realized and unrealized gains
or losses on derivatives used for trading purposes are recognized immediately in Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/designated at
FVTPL, net. The accounting for derivatives used for ALM purposes depends on whether they qualify for hedge accounting as discussed below.
Fair values of exchange-traded derivatives are based on quoted market prices. Fair values of over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives, including
OTC derivatives that are centrally cleared, are obtained using valuation techniques, including discounted cash flow models and option pricing
models. See Note 12 for further information on the valuation of derivatives.
Derivatives used for ALM purposes that qualify for hedge accounting
As permitted at the time of transition to IFRS 9 “Financial Instruments” (IFRS 9), we elected to continue to apply the hedge accounting requirements
of IAS 39.
We apply hedge accounting for derivatives held for ALM purposes that meet specified criteria. There are three types of hedges under IAS 39:
fair value, cash flow and hedges of net investments in foreign operations (NIFOs). When hedge accounting is not applied, the change in the fair
value of the derivative is recognized in the consolidated statement of income (see the “Derivatives used for ALM purposes that are not designated
for hedge accounting” section below).
In order for derivatives to qualify for hedge accounting, the hedge relationship must be designated and formally documented at its inception in
accordance with IAS 39. The particular risk management objective and strategy, the specific asset, liability or cash flow being hedged, as well as
how hedge effectiveness is assessed, are documented. Hedge effectiveness requires a high correlation of changes in fair values or cash flows
between the hedged and hedging items.
We assess the effectiveness of derivatives in hedging relationships, both at inception and on an ongoing basis. Ineffectiveness results to the
extent that the change in the fair value of the hedging derivative differs from the change in the fair value of the hedged risk in the hedged item, or
the cumulative change in the fair value of the hedging derivative exceeds the cumulative change in the fair value of expected future cash flows of
the hedged item. The amount of ineffectiveness of hedging instruments is recognized immediately in the consolidated statement of income.
Interest rate benchmark reform
In response to interest rate benchmark reform, the IASB issued “Interest Rate Benchmark Reform: Amendments to IFRS 9, IAS 39 and IFRS 7”
(Phase 1 amendments) in September 2019, and “Interest Rate Benchmark Reform: Phase 2 Amendments to IFRS 9, IAS 39, IFRS 7, IFRS 4, and
IFRS 16” (Phase 2 amendments) in August 2020. Only the amendments to the classification and measurement sections of IFRS 9, the hedge
accounting sections of IAS 39 “Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement” (IAS 39), IFRS 7 “Financial Instruments: Disclosures”, IFRS 4
“Insurance Contracts”, and IFRS 16 “Leases” apply to us since we elected to continue to apply the hedge accounting requirements of IAS 39 upon
the adoption of IFRS 9 “Financial Instruments” (IFRS 9). We adopted the Phase 1 and Phase 2 amendments effective November 1, 2019 and
November 1, 2020, respectively.
During the period prior to the replacement of Interbank Offered Rates (IBORs), the Phase 1 amendments allowed us to continue hedge
accounting by assuming that the interest rate benchmarks which were the basis for the hedged risk and the cash flows of the hedged item or the
hedging instrument would not be altered as a result of the reform. For the bank’s cash flow hedges of forecast transactions that were directly
impacted by IBOR reform, for the purpose of assessing whether a forecast transaction was highly probable or expected to occur, the amendments
allowed us to assume that the benchmark interest rate on which the hedged cash flows were based would not be altered as a result of IBOR reform.
Phase 1 amendments also provided temporary exceptions to allow hedge accounting to continue if a hedge relationship did not meet certain hedge
effectiveness assessment criteria solely as a result of IBOR reform.
The Phase 2 amendments addressed issues once an existing rate is replaced with an alternative rate. The amendments provided temporary relief
that allowed for hedging relationships to continue upon the replacement of an existing interest rate benchmark with an alternative rate under certain
qualifying conditions. The amendments also allowed us to redefine the hedged risk to an alternative rate, and to amend the description of the hedged
item and the hedging instrument, and the description of how we assessed hedge effectiveness to reflect changes required by the reform without
discontinuing the hedge relationship. The amendments also provided temporary relief that allowed us to designate an alternative rate as a risk
component to hedge provided that we reasonably expected that the alternative rate would become separately identifiable within 24 months of its first
designation.
See the “Interest rate benchmark reform” section below for further detail.
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Fair value hedges
We designate fair value hedges primarily as part of interest rate risk management strategies that use derivatives to hedge changes in the fair value
of financial instruments with fixed interest rates. Changes in fair value attributed to the hedged interest rate risk are accounted for as basis
adjustments to the hedged financial instruments and are included in Net interest income. Changes in fair value from the hedging derivatives are also
included in Net interest income. Any differences between the two represent hedge ineffectiveness that is included in Net interest income.
Similarly, for hedges of foreign exchange risk, changes in the fair value from the hedging derivatives are included in FXOTT. Changes in the
fair value of the hedged item from the hedged foreign exchange risk are accounted for as basis adjustments and are also included in FXOTT. Any
difference between the two represents hedge ineffectiveness.
If the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, or where the hedge no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, the
hedge relationship is terminated and the basis adjustment applied to the hedged item is amortized over the remaining term of the hedged item. If
the hedged item is derecognized, the unamortized basis adjustment is recognized immediately in the consolidated statement of income.
Cash flow hedges
We designate cash flow hedges as part of interest rate risk management strategies that use derivatives to mitigate our risk from variable cash flows
by effectively converting certain variable-rate financial instruments to fixed-rate financial instruments, and as part of foreign exchange rate risk
management strategies to hedge forecasted foreign currency denominated cash flows. We also designate cash flow hedges to hedge changes in
CIBC’s share price in respect of certain cash-settled share-based payment awards.
The effective portion of the change in fair value of the derivative instrument is recognized in OCI until the variability in cash flows being hedged
is recognized in the consolidated statement of income in future accounting periods, at which time an appropriate portion of the amount that was in
AOCI is reclassified into the consolidated statement of income. The ineffective portion of the change in fair value of the hedging derivative is
included in Net interest income, FXOTT, or Non-interest expenses immediately as it arises.
If the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, or where the hedge no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, the
hedge relationship is terminated. Upon termination of the hedge relationship, any remaining amount in AOCI remains therein until it is recognized in
the consolidated statement of income when the variability in cash flows hedged or the hedged forecast transaction is ultimately recognized in the
consolidated statement of income. When the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, the related cumulative gain or loss in AOCI is
recognized immediately in the consolidated statement of income.
Hedges of NIFOs with a functional currency other than the Canadian dollar
We may designate NIFO hedges to mitigate the foreign exchange risk on our NIFOs with a functional currency other than the Canadian dollar.
These hedges are accounted for in a similar manner to cash flow hedges. The change in fair value of the hedging instrument relating to the
effective portion is recognized in OCI. The change in fair value of the hedging instrument attributable to the forward points and relating to the
ineffective portion is recognized immediately in FXOTT. Gains and losses in AOCI are reclassified to the consolidated statement of income upon the
disposal or partial disposal of the investment in the foreign operation that involves the loss of control, as explained in the “Foreign currency
translation” policy above.
Derivatives used for ALM purposes that are not designated for hedge accounting
The change in fair value of the derivatives not designated as accounting hedges but used to economically hedge FVO assets or liabilities is
included in Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/designated at FVTPL, net. The change in fair value of other derivatives not
designated as accounting hedges but used for other economic hedging purposes is included in Non-interest income as FXOTT or Other, as
appropriate, or in the case of economic hedges of cash-settled share-based payment obligations, in compensation expense.
Embedded derivatives
Derivatives embedded in financial liabilities are accounted for as separate derivatives when their economic characteristics and risks are not closely
related to those of the host instrument and the terms of the embedded derivative represent those of a freestanding derivative in situations where the
combined instrument is not classified as FVTPL or FVO. These embedded derivatives, which are classified together with the host instrument on the
consolidated balance sheet, are measured at fair value, with subsequent changes in fair value included in the consolidated statement of income.
The residual amount of the host liability is accreted to its maturity value through Interest income and Interest expense, respectively, using the
effective interest rate method.
Gains at inception on derivatives embedded in financial instruments bifurcated for accounting purposes are not recognized at inception;
instead they are recognized over the life of the residual host instrument. Where an embedded derivative is separable from the host instrument but
the fair value, as at the acquisition or reporting date, cannot be reliably measured separately or is otherwise not bifurcated, the entire combined
contract is measured at FVTPL.
Financial assets with embedded derivatives are classified in their entirety into the appropriate classification at initial recognition through an
assessment of the contractual cash flow characteristics of the asset and the business model under which it is managed.
Accumulated other comprehensive income
AOCI is included on the consolidated balance sheet as a separate component of total equity, net of income tax. It includes net unrealized gains and
losses on FVOCI debt and equity securities, the effective portion of gains and losses on derivative instruments designated within effective cash flow
hedges under IAS 39, unrealized foreign currency translation gains and losses on foreign operations with a functional currency other than the
Canadian dollar net of gains or losses on related hedges, net gains (losses) related to fair value changes of FVO liabilities attributable to changes in
own credit risk, and net gains (losses) on post-employment defined benefit plans.
Treasury shares
Where we repurchase our own equity instruments, these instruments are treated as treasury shares and are deducted from equity at their cost with
any gain or loss recognized in Contributed surplus or Retained earnings as appropriate. No gain or loss is recognized in the consolidated statement
of income on the purchase, sale, issue or cancellation of our own equity instruments. Any difference between the carrying value and the
consideration, if reissued, is also included in Contributed surplus.
Liabilities and equity
We classify financial instruments as a liability or equity based on the substance of the contractual arrangement. An instrument is classified as a liability if
it is a contractual obligation to deliver cash or another financial asset, or to exchange financial assets or financial liabilities at potentially unfavourable
terms. A contract is also classified as a liability if it is a non-derivative and could obligate us to deliver a variable number of our own shares or it is a
derivative other than one that can be settled by the delivery of a fixed amount of cash or another financial asset for a fixed number of our own equity
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instruments. An instrument is classified as equity if it evidences a residual interest in our assets after deducting all liabilities. The components of a
compound financial instrument are classified and accounted for separately as assets, liabilities, or equity as appropriate. Incremental costs directly
attributable to the issuance of equity instruments are shown in equity, net of income tax.
Property and equipment
Land is recognized initially at cost and is subsequently measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses. Buildings, furniture, equipment
and leasehold improvements are recognized initially at cost and are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any
accumulated impairment losses.
Depreciation commences when the assets are available for use and is recognized on a straight-line basis to depreciate the cost of these
assets to their estimated residual value over their estimated useful lives. The estimated useful lives are as follows:
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Buildings – 40 years
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Computer equipment – 3 to 7 years
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Office furniture, equipment and other – 4 to 15 years
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Leasehold improvements – over the lesser of the estimated useful life of the asset and the lease term, including reasonably assured renewal
periods
Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at each annual reporting date and are adjusted if appropriate.
Gains and losses on disposal are included in Non-interest income – Other.
Leases
As a lessee, we recognize a right-of-use asset and a corresponding lease liability based on the present value of future lease payments, less any
lease incentives receivable, when the lessor makes the leased asset available for use to CIBC, based on the non-cancellable portion of the lease
term, adjusted for any renewal or termination options that are reasonably certain to be exercised. Measurement of the right-of-use asset also
includes any initial direct costs of procuring the lease, any lease payments made or lease incentives received prior to lease commencement, and
the estimated cost of remediating the underlying asset at the end of the lease term. Discount rates are based on the rate implicit in the lease, if
determinable, or on CIBC’s incremental borrowing rate. Where a property lease contains both a lease and non-lease component, we have elected
not to allocate the consideration in the contract to each of the components. Subsequent to initial measurement, CIBC measures the lease liability by
increasing the carrying amount to reflect interest on the lease liability based on the discount rate at the time of recognition and reducing the carrying
amount to reflect lease payments made during the period, net of any remeasurements for lease reassessment or modifications. The right-of-use
asset is measured using the cost model, and is amortized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Right-of-use assets and the corresponding
lease liabilities, including asset retirement obligations, are recognized in Property and equipment and Other liabilities, respectively, on our
consolidated balance sheet.
The right-of-use asset and the corresponding lease liability are remeasured when there is a change in lease term, a change in the assessment
of an option to purchase a leased asset, a change in the expected residual value guarantee (if any), or a change in future lease payments due to a
change in the index or rate applicable to the payment. Right-of-use assets are tested for impairment as required under IAS 36 “Impairment of
Assets” (IAS 36). Refer to the “Impairment of non-financial assets” policy below. In addition, the evaluation of the useful life for depreciation is
assessed under IAS 16 “Property, Plant and Equipment” (IAS 16).
Lease payments for low-value assets, short-term leases and variable leases are systematically recognized in Non-interest expenses based on
the nature of the expense.
As an intermediate lessor, we classify a sublease as an operating or finance sublease based on whether substantially all of the risks and
rewards related to the underlying right-of-use asset are transferred to the sub-lessee. If classified as a finance sublease, the related right-of-use
asset is derecognized and an investment in sublease is recognized, with the difference recognized in the consolidated statement of income as a
gain or loss. In measuring the investment in sublease, we apply the head lease discount rate unless the rate implicit in the sublease is determinable.
Where a finance sublease includes lease and non-lease components, we allocate the total consideration in the contract to each component based
on the standalone prices for each of these components. The investment in sublease is recognized in Other assets on our consolidated balance
sheet, and is subsequently measured using the effective interest rate method, with interest income recognized over the term of the sublease. Rental
income from operating subleases is recognized on a systematic basis over the lease term.
We are also lessors in both financing leases and operating leases related to client financing activities. Leases are classified as financing
leases if they transfer substantially all the risks and rewards related to ownership of the leased asset to the lessee. Otherwise they are classified as
operating leases, as we retain substantially all the risks and rewards of asset ownership. In a financing lease, the leased asset is derecognized and
a net investment in the lease is recognized, which is initially measured as the present value of the lease payments to be received from the lessee
and any unguaranteed residual value we expect to recover at the end of the lease, discounted at the interest rate implicit in the lease. The net
investment in the financing lease is presented as part of Business and government loans on our consolidated balance sheet. Finance lease income
is recognized in Interest income, loans, in our consolidated statement of income.
Goodwill, software and other intangible assets
Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the net identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities acquired in
business combinations. Identifiable intangible assets are recognized separately from goodwill when they are separable or arise from contractual or
other legal rights, and have fair values that can be reliably measured.
Goodwill is not amortized, but is subject to impairment review at least annually or more frequently if there are indicators that the goodwill may
be impaired. Refer to the “Impairment of non-financial assets” policy below.
Intangible assets include software and customer relationships, core deposit intangibles and investment management contracts recognized as
part of past acquisitions. Intangible assets with definite useful lives are measured at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated
impairment losses. Each intangible asset is assessed for legal, regulatory, contractual, competitive or other factors to determine if the useful life is
definite. Intangible assets with definite useful lives are amortized over their estimated useful lives, which are as follows:
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Software – 5 to 10 years
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Contract-based intangibles – 8 to 15 years
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Core deposit and customer relationship intangibles – 3 to 16 years
Intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses. Indefinite-life intangible assets are
tested for impairment at least annually and whenever there is an indication that the asset may be impaired. Refer to the “Impairment of non-financial
assets” policy below.
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Impairment of non-financial assets
The carrying values of non-financial assets with definite useful lives, including right-of-use assets, buildings and equipment, and intangible assets
with definite useful lives are reviewed to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. Goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite
useful lives are tested for impairment at least annually, and whenever there is an indication that the asset may be impaired. If any such indication of
impairment exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss, if any.
For the purpose of reviewing non-financial assets with definite useful lives for impairment, asset groups are reviewed at their lowest level for
which identifiable cash inflows are largely independent of cash inflows of other assets or groups of assets. This grouping is referred to as a cash-
generating unit (CGU).
Corporate assets do not generate separate cash inflows. Corporate assets are tested for impairment at the minimum collection of CGUs to
which the corporate asset can be allocated reasonably and consistently.
The recoverable amount is the greater of fair value less costs to sell and value in use. Value in use is the present value of the future cash flows
expected to be derived from the asset or CGU. If the recoverable amount is less than its carrying value, an impairment loss is recognized in the
consolidated statement of income in the period in which it occurs. If an impairment subsequently reverses, the carrying value of the asset is
increased to the extent that the carrying value of the underlying assets does not exceed the carrying value that would have been determined, net of
depreciation or amortization, if no impairment had been recognized. Any impairment reversal is recognized in the consolidated statement of income
in the period in which it occurs.
Goodwill is assessed for impairment based on the group of CGUs expected to benefit from the synergies of the business combination, and the
lowest level at which management monitors the goodwill. Any potential goodwill impairment is identified by comparing the recoverable amount of
the CGU grouping to which the goodwill is allocated to its carrying value including the allocated goodwill. If the recoverable amount is less than its
carrying value, an impairment loss is recognized in the consolidated statement of income in the period in which it occurs. Impairment losses on
goodwill are not subsequently reversed if conditions change.
Income taxes
Income tax includes current tax and deferred tax which is recognized in the consolidated statement of income, except to the extent that it relates to
items recognized in OCI or directly in equity, in which case it is accordingly recognized therein.
Current tax is recognized as the tax calculated as payable on the taxable profit for the year, based on the applicable laws of each jurisdiction,
using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted as at the reporting date, and any adjustment in respect of previous years. Current tax assets and
liabilities are offset when CIBC intends to settle on a net basis and the legal right to offset exists.
Deferred tax is recognized on temporary differences between the carrying value of assets and liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet
and the corresponding amounts attributed to such assets and liabilities for tax purposes.
Deferred tax is recognized using the tax rates that are expected to be applied to the temporary differences when they reverse, based on the
laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted as at the reporting date.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and they relate to
income taxes levied by the same tax authority on the same taxable entity, or on different taxable entities which intend to settle current tax liabilities
and assets on a net basis or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Deferred tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which deductible
temporary differences can be utilized.
Deferred tax is not recognized for taxable temporary differences arising from NIFOs if they are not expected to reverse in the foreseeable
future and we expect to control the timing of reversal, deductible temporary differences arising from NIFOs if they are not expected to reverse in the
foreseeable future or it is not probable future taxable profits will be available against which these deductible temporary differences can be utilized,
temporary differences arising from the initial recognition of assets or liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination and that affects
neither accounting nor taxable income, or taxable temporary differences on the initial recognition of goodwill.
We are subject to income tax laws in the various jurisdictions where we operate, and the tax laws in those jurisdictions are potentially subject to
different interpretations by us and the relevant taxation authority, which gives rise to uncertainty. For tax positions where there is uncertainty
regarding the ultimate determination of the tax impact, including positions which are under audit, dispute or appeal, we recognize provisions to
consider this uncertainty based on our best estimate of the amount expected to be paid based on an assessment of the relevant factors. Changes
in our assessment of these factors could increase or decrease our provision for income taxes in future periods.
Pension and other post-employment benefits
We are the sponsor of a number of employee benefit plans. These plans include both defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans, and
various other post-employment benefit plans including post-retirement medical and dental benefits.
Defined benefit plans
The cost of pensions and other post-employment benefits earned by employees is actuarially determined separately for each plan using the
projected unit credit method and our best estimate of salary escalation, retirement ages of employees, mortality and expected health-care costs.
This represents CIBC’s defined benefit obligation, which is measured as at the reporting date. The discount rate used to measure the defined
benefit obligation is based on the yield of a portfolio of high-quality corporate bonds denominated in the same currency in which the benefits are
expected to be paid and with terms to maturity that, on average, match the terms of the defined benefit obligation.
Plan assets are measured at fair value as at the reporting date.
The net defined benefit asset (liability) represents the present value of the defined benefit obligation less the fair value of plan assets. The net
defined benefit asset (liability) is included in Other assets and Other liabilities, respectively.
Current service cost reflects the cost of providing post-employment benefits earned by employees in the current period. Current service cost is
calculated as the present value of the benefits attributed to the current year of service and is recognized in the consolidated statement of income.
The current service cost is calculated using a separate discount rate to reflect the longer duration of future benefit payments associated with the
additional year of service to be earned by the plan’s active participants.
Past service costs arising from plan amendments or curtailments are recognized in net income in the period in which they arise.
Net interest income or expense comprises interest income on plan assets and interest expense on the defined benefit obligation. Interest
income is calculated by applying the discount rate to the plan assets, and interest expense is calculated by applying the discount rate to the
defined benefit obligation. Net interest income or expense is recognized in the consolidated statement of income.
Actuarial gains and losses represent changes in the present value of the defined benefit obligation which result from changes in actuarial
assumptions and differences between previous actuarial assumptions and actual experience, and from differences between the actual return on plan
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assets and assumed interest income on plan assets. Net actuarial gains and losses are recognized in OCI in the period in which they arise and are not
subject to subsequent reclassification to net income. Cumulative net actuarial gains and losses are included in AOCI.
When the calculation results in a net defined benefit asset, the recognized asset is limited to the present value of economic benefits available
in the form of future refunds from the plan or reductions in future contributions to the plan (the asset ceiling). For plans where we do not have an
unconditional right to a refund of surplus, we determine the asset ceiling by reference to future economic benefits available in the form of reductions
in future contributions to the plan, in which case the present value of economic benefits is calculated giving consideration to minimum funding
requirements for future service that apply to the plan. Where a reduction in future contributions to the plan is not currently realizable at the reporting
date, we estimate whether we will have the ability to reduce contributions for future service at some point during the life of the plan by taking into
account, among other things, expected future returns on plan assets. If it is anticipated that we will not be able to recover the value of the net
defined benefit asset, after considering minimum funding requirements for future service, the net defined benefit asset is reduced to the amount of
the asset ceiling.
When the payment in the future of minimum funding requirements related to past service would result in a net defined benefit surplus, or an
increase in a net defined benefit surplus, the minimum funding requirements are recognized as a liability to the extent that the surplus would not be
fully available as a refund or a reduction in future contributions. Any funded status surplus is limited to the present value of future economic benefits
available in the form of refunds from the plan or reductions in future contributions to the plan.
Defined contribution plans
Costs for defined contribution plans are recognized during the year in which the service is provided.
Other long-term employee benefits
CIBC offers medical and dental benefits to employees while on long-term disability.
The amount of other long-term employee benefits is actuarially calculated using the projected unit credit method. Under this method, the
benefit is discounted to determine its present value. The methodology used to determine the discount rate used to value the long-term employee
benefit obligation is consistent with that for pension and other post-employment benefit plans. Actuarial gains and losses and past service costs are
recognized in the consolidated statement of income in the period in which they arise.
Share-based payments
We provide compensation to certain employees and directors in the form of share-based awards.
Compensation expense for share-based awards is recognized from the service commencement date to the earlier of the contractual vesting
date or the employee’s retirement eligible date. For grants regularly awarded in the annual incentive compensation cycle (annual incentive grant),
the service commencement date is considered to be the start of the fiscal year that precedes the fiscal year in which the grant is made. The service
commencement date in respect of special awards granted outside of the annual cycle is the grant date. The amount of compensation expense
recognized is based on management’s best estimate of the number of share-based awards expected to vest, including estimates of expected
forfeitures, which are revised periodically as appropriate. For the annual incentive grant, compensation expense is recognized from the service
commencement date based on the estimated fair value of the forthcoming grant with the estimated fair value adjusted to the actual fair value at the
grant date.
Under the Restricted Share Award (RSA) plan, where grants are settled in the cash equivalent of common shares, changes in the obligation
which arise from fluctuations in the market price of common shares, net of related hedges, are recognized in the consolidated statement of income
as compensation expense in proportion to the award recognized.
Under the Performance Share Unit (PSU) plan, where grants are settled in the cash equivalent of common shares, changes in the obligation which
arise from fluctuations in the market price of common shares, and revised estimates of the performance factor, net of related hedges, are recognized in
the consolidated statement of income as compensation expense in proportion to the award recognized. The performance factor ranges from 75% to
125% of the initial number of units awarded based on CIBC’s performance relative to the other major Canadian banks and to internal targets.
Compensation expense in respect of the Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) is based on the grant date fair value. Where the service
commencement date precedes the grant date, compensation expense is recognized from the service commencement date based on the estimated
fair value of the award at the grant date, with the estimated fair value adjusted to the actual fair value at the grant date. Compensation expense
results in a corresponding increase to contributed surplus. If the ESOP award is exercised, the proceeds we receive, together with the amount
recognized in Contributed surplus, are credited to common share capital. If the ESOP award expires unexercised, the compensation expense
remains in Contributed surplus.
Compensation in the form of Deferred Share Units (DSUs) issued pursuant to the Deferred Share Unit Plan, the Deferred Compensation Plan
(DCP), and the Directors’ Plan entitles the holder to receive the cash equivalent of a CIBC common share. At the time DSUs are granted, the related
expense in respect of the cash compensation that an employee or director would otherwise receive would have been fully recognized. Changes in
the obligations which arise from fluctuations in the market price of common shares, net of related hedges, are recognized in the consolidated
statement of income as compensation expense for employee DSUs and as Non-interest expense – Other for Directors’ DSUs.
Our contributions under the Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) are expensed as incurred.
The impact due to our changes in common share price in respect of cash-settled share-based compensation under the RSA and PSU plans is
hedged through the use of derivatives. We designate these derivatives within cash flow hedge accounting relationships. The effective portion of the
change in fair value of these derivatives is recognized in OCI and is reclassified into compensation expense, within the consolidated statement of
income, over the period that the hedged awards impact the consolidated statement of income. The ineffective portion of the change in fair value of
the hedging derivatives is recognized in the consolidated statement of income immediately as it arises.
Provisions and contingent liabilities
Provisions are liabilities of uncertain timing or amount. A provision is recognized when we have a present legal or constructive obligation as a result
of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate can be made of
the amount of the obligation. The provision is recognized as the best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation at the reporting date,
taking into account the risk and uncertainties related to the obligation. Where material, provisions are discounted to reflect the time value of money,
and the increase in the obligation due to the passage of time is presented as Interest expense in the consolidated statement of income.
Contingent liabilities are possible obligations that arise from past events whose existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence, or
non-occurrence, of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of CIBC, or are present obligations that have arisen from past
events but are not recognized because it is not probable that settlement will require the outflow of economic benefits.
Provisions and contingent liabilities are disclosed in the consolidated financial statements.
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Earnings per share
We present basic and diluted EPS for our common shares.
Basic EPS is computed by dividing net income for the period attributable to CIBC common shareholders by the weighted-average number of
common shares outstanding during the period. The net income attributable to CIBC common shareholders is determined after deducting the
after-tax amount of dividends on preferred shares and distributions on other equity instruments, which are accounted for in retained earnings, from
the net income attributable to equity shareholders.
Diluted EPS is computed by dividing net income for the period attributable to CIBC common shareholders by the weighted-average number of
diluted common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted common shares reflect the potential dilutive effect of the exercise of stock options based
on the treasury stock method. For stock options, the treasury stock method determines the number of incremental common shares by assuming that
outstanding stock options, whose exercise price is less than the average market price of common shares during the period, are exercised and then
reduced by the number of common shares assumed to be repurchased with the exercise proceeds from the assumed exercise of the options.
Instruments determined to have an antidilutive effect for the period are excluded from the calculation of diluted EPS.
Fee and commission income
The recognition of fee and commission income is determined by the purpose of the fee or commission and the terms specified in the contract with
the customer. Revenue is recognized when, or as, a performance obligation is satisfied by transferring control of the service to the customer, in the
amount of the consideration to which we expect to be entitled. Revenue may therefore be recognized at a point in time upon completion of the
service or over time as the services are provided. When revenue is recognized over time, we are generally required to provide the services each
period, such that control of the services is transferred evenly to the customer, and we therefore measure our progress towards completion of the
service based upon the time elapsed. For contracts where the transaction price includes variable consideration, revenue is only recognized to the
extent that it is highly probable that a significant reversal in the amount of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty
associated with the variable consideration is resolved. When another party is involved in providing a service to a customer, we determine whether
the nature of our performance obligation is that of a principal or an agent. If we control the service before it is transferred to the customer, we are
acting as the principal and present revenue separately from the amount paid to the other party; otherwise we are the agent and present revenue net
of the amount paid to the other party. Consideration payable to a customer, including cash amounts payable to a customer, credits or other items
that can be applied against amounts owing to us, is recognized as a reduction of revenue unless the payment to the customer is in exchange for a
distinct good or service, in which case the purchase of the good or service is accounted for in the same way as for other purchases from suppliers.
Our performance obligations typically have a term of one year or less, with payment received upon satisfaction of the performance obligation or
shortly afterwards, and as a result there is no significant financing component and we do not typically capitalize the costs of obtaining contracts with
our customers. Income which forms an integral part of the effective interest rate of a financial instrument is recognized as an adjustment to the
effective interest rate.
In addition to these general principles, the following specific policies are also applied:
Underwriting and advisory fees are earned on debt and equity securities placements and transaction-based advisory services. Underwriting
fees are typically recognized at the point in time when the transaction is completed. Advisory fees are generally recognized as revenue over the
period of the engagement as the related services are provided or at the point in time when the transaction is completed.
Deposit and payment fees arise from personal and business deposit accounts and cash management services. Monthly and annual fees are
recognized over the period that the related services are provided. Transactional fees are recognized at the point in time when the related services
are provided.
Credit fees consist of loan syndication fees, loan commitment fees, letter of credit fees, banker’s acceptance stamping fees, and securitization
fees. Credit fees are generally recognized over the period that the related services are provided, except for loan syndication fees, which are
typically recognized at the point in time that the financing placement is completed.
Card fees primarily include interchange income, overlimit fees, cash advance fees, and annual fees. Card fees are recognized at the point in
time that the related services are provided, except for annual fees, which are recognized over the 12-month period to which they relate. The cost of
credit card loyalty points is recognized as a reduction of interchange income when the loyalty points are issued for both self-managed and third-
party loyalty points programs. Credit card loyalty point liabilities are recognized for self-managed loyalty point programs and are subject to periodic
remeasurement to reflect the expected cost of redemption as this expectation changes over time.
Commissions on securities transactions include brokerage commissions for transactions executed on behalf of clients, trailer fees and mutual
fund sales commissions. Brokerage commissions and mutual fund sales commissions are generally recognized at the point in time that the related
transaction is executed. Trailer fees are typically calculated based upon the average daily net asset value of the mutual fund units held by clients
and are recognized over time as the related services are provided.
Investment management fees are primarily based on the respective value of the assets under management (AUM) or assets under
administration (AUA) and are recognized over the period that the related services are provided. Investment management fees relating to our asset
management and private wealth management business are generally calculated based on point-in-time AUM balances, and investment
management fees relating to our retail brokerage business are generally calculated based on point-in-time AUM or AUA balances. Custodial fees
are recognized as revenue over the applicable service period, which is generally the contract term.
Mutual fund fees include management fees and administration fees, which are earned on fund management services and are recognized over
the period that the mutual funds are managed based upon a specified percentage of the daily net asset values of the respective mutual funds.
Interest rate benchmark reform
Various interest rate and other indices deemed to be “benchmarks” including the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) and CDOR were the
subject of international regulatory guidance and proposals for reform. Regulators in various jurisdictions had advocated for the transition from IBORs
to alternative benchmark rates (alternative rates), based upon risk-free rates determined using actual market transactions. Following the previous
announcements by various regulators, the publication of LIBOR settings for all sterling, Japanese yen, Swiss franc and euro, as well as 1-week and
2-month USD LIBOR settings was discontinued on December 31, 2021. The publication of the remaining USD LIBOR settings was discontinued on
June 30, 2023. 6-month and 12-month CDOR tenors ceased to be published in 2021, while the remaining tenors of CDOR ceased following a final
publication on June 28, 2024.
The IASB addressed the impact of IBOR reform on financial reporting by issuing Phase 1 and Phase 2 amendments. We adopted the Phase 1 and
Phase 2 amendments effective November 1, 2019 and November 1, 2020, respectively. See “Derivatives used for ALM purposes that qualify for hedge
accounting” for details on temporary relief relating to hedge accounting provided by the IASB. The Phase 2 amendments also permit modifications of
amortized cost financial assets and financial liabilities that are made as a direct consequence of IBOR reform and on an economically equivalent basis
to be accounted for by updating the effective interest rate prospectively with no immediate gain or loss recognition.
As IBORs were widely referenced by large volumes of derivative, loan and cash products, the transition presented a number of risks to us, and the
industry as a whole. These transition risks included market risk (as new basis risks emerged), model risk, operational risk (as processes were changed or
newly introduced), legal risk (as contracts were revised) and conduct risk (in ensuring clients were adequately informed/prepared). In response to the
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reforms to interest rate benchmarks, we had established an Enterprise IBOR Transition Program (Program). The Program was supported by a formal
governance structure and dedicated working groups that included stakeholders from frontline businesses as well as functional groups such as
Treasury, Technology and Operations, Risk Management, Legal and Finance, to facilitate the transition.
As part of the Program, we previously transitioned our exposures from Sterling, Japanese yen, Swiss franc and Euro LIBOR settings to the new
alternative rates in fiscal 2022. We completed the transition of our USD LIBOR referenced contracts to alternative rates as of June 30, 2023. As a
result of the Financial Conduct Authority’s announcement that the LIBOR administrator will continue to publish certain USD LIBOR settings on a non-
representative synthetic basis after June 30, 2023, for a limited period to allow market participants to use such rates in legacy contracts, we
continue to have subordinated debenture liabilities amounting to US$48 million (see Note 14 for additional details) that continue to reference LIBOR.
Consistent with regulatory expectations, we also completed the transition of CDOR and bankers’ acceptance based contracts, including
centrally cleared derivatives, to alternative rates in the third quarter of 2024. We continue to make information available to our clients, advising them
on recent developments.
Changes in accounting policies
Effective November 1, 2023, CIBC adopted new accounting pronouncements as described below.
a) Retrospective application of new standards
IFRS 17 “Insurance Contracts” (IFRS 17)
CIBC adopted IFRS 17 “Insurance Contracts” as at November 1, 2023, in place of IFRS 4 “Insurance Contracts” (IFRS 4). IFRS 17 provides
comprehensive guidance on the recognition and measurement of insurance contracts we issue and reinsurance contracts we hold. We applied
IFRS 17 on a retrospective basis beginning on November 1, 2023, with the restatement of the 2023 comparative period. We recognized an after-tax
reduction of $56 million to retained earnings at November 1, 2022, the beginning of the 2023 comparative year, due to the adoption of IFRS 17.
IFRS 17 requires groups of insurance contracts to be established and measured on the basis of fulfilment cash flows using the measurement
models outlined by the standard. Insurance contracts under the General Measurement Model (GMM) are measured based on the present value of
fulfilment cash flows, a risk adjustment for non-financial risks, and a contractual service margin (CSM) representing our unearned profits on a
portfolio basis, further disaggregated into profitability groups. We have applied GMM to our insurance contracts with contract boundaries exceeding
a year. Contracts under the Premium Allocation Approach (PAA) are measured on the basis of premiums received and related cash flows, which
has been applied to our insurance contracts with contract boundaries shorter than one year. Under both measurement models, we have measured
the liability for incurred claims on the basis of fulfilment cash flows relating to claims incurred.
On transition, we applied the full retrospective approach to transition contracts with contract boundaries shorter than one year, which
constitutes the majority of our insurance business. The full retrospective approach required us to measure the insurance contracts as if IFRS 17 had
always been applied. We applied the fair value approach to transition contracts with contract boundaries exceeding a year and to which we were
unable to apply the full retrospective approach. Under the fair value approach, we determined the CSM of the liability for remaining coverage as at
the transition date, as the difference between the fair value of the group of insurance contracts and the fulfilment cash flows measured at that date.
Upon adoption, no reclassifications were made to our financial assets under IFRS 9.
The impacted lines on the opening November 1, 2022 consolidated balance sheet as a result of the retrospective application of IFRS 17 were
as follows:
$ millions
Reported as at
October 31, 2022
IFRS 17
transitional
adjustments
Restated as at opening
November 1, 2022
Assets
Deferred tax assets
$
480
$
20
$
500
Other assets
35,197
(44)
35,153
Liabilities and equity
Other liabilities
$
28,072
$
32
$
28,104
Retained earnings
28,823
(56)
28,767
As part of the adoption of IFRS 17, we present our insurance results as part of Income from insurance activities, net (formerly Insurance fees, net of
claims). The adoption of IFRS 17 resulted in an increase in Net income before tax of $9 million and an increase in Income taxes of $3 million for the
year ended October 31, 2023.
b) Prospective application of new standards
International Tax Reform – Pillar Two Model Rules – Amendments to IAS 12 “Income Taxes” (IAS 12)
On May 23, 2023, the IASB issued “International Tax Reform – Pillar Two Model Rules”, which amended IAS 12 to provide a temporary exception
from the recognition and disclosure for deferred taxes arising from the implementation of Pillar Two Model Rules. CIBC has applied the exception to
recognizing and disclosing deferred taxes related to Pillar Two income taxes. Further amendments to IAS 12 require additional disclosures, for the
periods where the Pillar Two legislation has been enacted or substantively enacted but is not yet in effect, as reflected in Note 18.
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Note 2
Fair value measurement
This note presents the fair values of financial instruments and explains how we determine those values. Note 1, “Basis of preparation and summary
of material accounting policies”, sets out the accounting treatment for each measurement category of financial instruments.
Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset, or paid to transfer a liability, between market participants in an orderly
transaction in the principal market at the measurement date under current market conditions (i.e., the exit price). The determination of fair value
requires judgment and is based on market information, where available and appropriate. Fair value measurements are categorized into three levels
within a fair value hierarchy (Level 1, 2 or 3) based on the valuation inputs used in measuring the fair value, as outlined below.
•
Level 1 – Unadjusted quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities we can access at the measurement date. Bid
prices, ask prices or prices within the bid and ask, which are the most representative of the fair value, are used as appropriate to measure fair
value. Fair value is best evidenced by an independent quoted market price for the same instrument in an active market. An active market is
one where transactions are occurring with sufficient frequency and volume to provide quoted prices on an ongoing basis.
•
Level 2 – Quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in markets that are inactive or observable market quotes for similar instruments, or use
of valuation techniques where all significant inputs are observable. Inactive markets may be characterized by a significant decline in the
volume and level of observed trading activity or through large or erratic bid/offer spreads. In instances where traded markets do not exist or
are not considered sufficiently active, we measure fair value using valuation models.
•
Level 3 – Non-observable or indicative prices or use of valuation techniques where one or more significant inputs are non-observable.
For a significant portion of our financial instruments, quoted market prices are not available because of the lack of traded markets, and even where
such markets do exist, they may not be considered sufficiently active to be used as a final determinant of fair value. When quoted market prices in
active markets are not available, we would consider using valuation models. The valuation model and technique we select maximizes the use of
observable market inputs to the extent possible and appropriate in order to estimate the price at which an orderly transaction would take place at
the measurement date. In an inactive market, we consider all reasonably available information, including any available pricing for similar
instruments, recent arm’s-length market transactions, any relevant observable market inputs, indicative dealer or broker quotations, and our own
internal model-based estimates.
Valuation adjustments are an integral component of our fair valuation process. We apply judgment in establishing valuation adjustments that
take into account various factors that may have an impact on the valuation. Such factors primarily include, but are not limited to, the bid-offer
spreads, illiquidity due to lack of market depth, parameter uncertainty and other market risks, model risk and credit risk of our derivative assets and
liabilities, as well as adjustments for valuing our uncollateralized derivative assets and liabilities based on an estimated market cost of funds curve.
Generally, the unit of account for a financial instrument is the individual instrument, and valuation adjustments are applied at an individual
instrument level, consistent with that unit of account. In cases where we manage a group of financial assets and liabilities that consist of
substantially similar and offsetting risk exposures, the fair value of the group of financial assets and liabilities is measured on the basis of the net
open risks.
We apply judgment in determining the most appropriate inputs and the weighting we ascribe to each such input as well as in our selection of
valuation methodologies. Regardless of the valuation technique we use, we incorporate assumptions that we believe market participants would
make for credit, funding, and liquidity considerations. When the fair value of a financial instrument at inception is determined using a valuation
technique that incorporates one or more significant inputs that are non-observable, no inception profit or loss (the difference between the
determined fair value and the transaction price) is recognized at the time the asset or liability is initially recorded. Any gains or losses at inception
are deferred and recognized only in future periods over the term of the instruments or when the inputs become significantly observable.
We have an ongoing process for evaluating and enhancing our valuation techniques and models. Where enhancements are made, they are
applied prospectively, so that fair values reported in prior periods are not recalculated on the new basis. Valuation models used, including analytics
for the construction of yield curves and volatility surfaces, are vetted and approved, consistent with our model risk policy.
To ensure that valuations are appropriate, we have established internal guidance on fair value measurement, which is reviewed periodically in
recognition of the dynamic nature of markets and the constantly evolving pricing practices in the market. A number of policies and controls are put
in place to ensure that the internal guidance on fair value measurement is being applied consistently and appropriately, including independent
validation of valuation inputs to external sources such as exchange quotes, broker quotes or other management-approved independent pricing
sources. Key model inputs, such as yield curves and market volatility inputs, are independently verified. The results from the independent price
validation and any valuation adjustments are reviewed by the Independent Price Verification Committee on a monthly basis. This includes, but is not
limited to, reviewing fair value adjustments and methodologies, independent price verification results, limits and valuation uncertainty.
Due to the judgment used in applying a wide variety of acceptable valuation techniques and models, as well as the use of estimates inherent
in this process, estimates of fair value for the same or similar assets may differ among financial institutions. The calculation of fair value is based on
market conditions as at each consolidated balance sheet date and may not be reflective of ultimate realizable value.
Methods and assumptions
Financial instruments with fair value equal to carrying value
For financial instruments that are not carried on the consolidated balance sheet at fair value and where we consider the carrying value to be a
reasonable approximation of fair value due to their short-term nature and generally negligible credit risk, the fair values disclosed for these financial
instruments are assumed to equal their carrying values. These financial instruments are: cash and non-interest-bearing deposits with banks; short-
term interest-bearing deposits with banks; cash collateral on securities borrowed; certain shorter-dated securities purchased under resale
agreements; customers’ liability under acceptances; cash collateral on securities lent; obligations related to securities sold under repurchase
agreements; acceptances; deposits with demand features; and certain other financial assets and liabilities.
Securities
The fair value of debt or equity securities and obligations related to securities sold short is based on quoted bid or ask market prices where
available in an active market.
Securities for which quotes in an active market are not available are valued using all reasonably available market information as described
below.
The fair value of government issued or guaranteed securities that are not traded in an active market is calculated by applying valuation
techniques such as discounted cash flow models using implied yields derived from the prices of actively traded government securities and most
recently observable spread differentials.
The fair value of corporate debt securities is determined using the most recently executed transaction prices, and where appropriate, adjusted to
the price of these securities obtained from independent dealers, brokers, and third-party multi-contributor consensus pricing sources. When observable
price quotations are not available, fair value is determined based on discounted cash flow models using observable discounting curves such as
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benchmark and government yield curves and spread differentials observed through independent dealers, brokers, and third-party multi-contributor
consensus pricing sources.
Asset-backed securities (ABS) and mortgage-backed securities (MBS) not issued or guaranteed by a government are valued using
discounted cash flow models making maximum use of market observable inputs, such as broker quotes on identical or similar securities and other
pricing information obtained from third-party pricing sources adjusted for the characteristics and the performance of the underlying collateral. Other
key inputs used include prepayment and liquidation rates, credit spreads, and discount rates commensurate with the risks involved. These
assumptions factor in information that is derived from actual transactions, underlying reference asset performance, external market research, and
market indices, where appropriate.
Privately issued debt and equity securities are valued using recent market transactions, where available. Otherwise, fair values are derived
from valuation models using a market or income approach. These models consider various factors, including projected cash flows, earnings,
revenue or other third-party evidence as available. The fair value of limited partnership investments is based upon net asset values published by
third-party fund managers and is adjusted for more recent information where available and appropriate. The carrying value of Community
Reinvestment Act equity investments and Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) stock approximates fair value.
Loans
The fair value of variable-rate loans and loans for which interest rates are repriced or reset frequently is assumed to be equal to their carrying value.
The fair value for fixed-rate loans is estimated using a discounted cash flow calculation that uses market interest rates.
The ultimate fair value of loans disclosed is net of the associated allowance for credit losses. The fair value of loans is not adjusted for the
value of any credit derivatives used to manage the credit risk associated with them. The fair value of these credit derivatives is disclosed separately.
Securities purchased under resale agreements or sold under repurchase agreements
The fair values of these contracts are determined using valuation techniques such as the discounted cash flow method using interest rate curves as
inputs.
Other assets and other liabilities
Other assets and other liabilities mainly comprise accrued interest receivable or payable, brokers’ client accounts receivable or payable, derivative
collateral receivable or payable, precious metals, commodities and accounts receivable or payable.
The fair values of other assets and other liabilities are primarily assumed to be at cost or amortized cost as we consider the carrying value to
be a reasonable approximation of fair value, except for the fair value of certain precious metals, other commodities and related receivables, which
are based upon prices quoted in an active market. Other assets also include investment in bank-owned life insurance carried at the cash surrender
value, which is assumed to be a reasonable approximation of fair value.
Deposits
The fair values of floating-rate deposits and demand deposits are assumed to be equal to their amortized cost. The fair value of fixed-rate deposits
is determined by discounting the contractual cash flows using either current market interest rates with similar remaining terms or rates estimated
using internal models and broker quotes. The fair value of deposit liabilities with embedded optionality includes the fair value of those options. The
fair value of equity- and commodity-linked notes includes the fair value of embedded equity and commodity derivatives.
Certain deposits designated at FVTPL are structured notes that have coupons or repayment terms linked to the performance of commodities,
debt or equity securities or specific market indices. The fair value of these structured notes is estimated using internally vetted valuation models for
the debt and embedded derivative portions of the notes by incorporating market observable prices of the referenced securities or comparable
securities, and other inputs such as interest rate yield curves, equity prices or indices, market volatility levels, foreign exchange rates and changes
in our own credit risk, where appropriate. Where observable prices or inputs are not available, management judgment is required to determine fair
values by assessing other relevant sources of information such as historical data, proxy information from similar transactions, and through
extrapolation and interpolation techniques. Appropriate market risk valuation adjustments for such inputs are assessed in all such instances.
The fair value of secured borrowings, which comprises liabilities issued by or as a result of activities associated with the securitization of
residential mortgages, the Covered Bond Programme, and consolidated securitization vehicles, is based on identical or proxy market observable
quoted bond prices or determined by discounting the contractual cash flows using maximum market observable inputs, such as market interest
rates, or credit spreads implied by debt instruments of similar credit quality, as appropriate.
Subordinated indebtedness
The fair value of subordinated indebtedness is determined by reference to market prices for the same or similar debt instruments.
Derivative instruments
The fair value of exchange-traded derivatives such as options and futures is based on quoted market prices. OTC derivatives primarily consist of
interest rate swaps, foreign exchange forwards, equity and commodity derivatives, interest rate and currency derivatives, and credit derivatives. For
such instruments, where quoted market prices or third-party consensus pricing information are not available, valuation techniques are employed to
estimate fair value on the basis of pricing models. Such vetted pricing models incorporate current market measures for interest rates, foreign
exchange rates, equity and commodity prices and indices, credit spreads, corresponding market volatility levels, and other market-based pricing
factors.
In order to reflect the observed market practice of pricing collateralized and uncollateralized derivatives, our valuation approach uses
overnight indexed swap (OIS) curves as the discount rate for valuing collateralized derivatives and uses an estimated market cost of funds curve as
the discount rate for valuing uncollateralized derivatives. The use of an estimated market cost of funds curve reduces the fair value of
uncollateralized derivative assets incremental to the reduction in fair value for credit risk already reflected through the credit valuation adjustment
(CVA). In contrast, the use of a market cost of funds curve reduces the fair value of uncollateralized derivative liabilities in a manner that generally
includes adjustments for our own credit. As market practices continue to evolve in regard to derivative valuation, further adjustments may be
required in the future.
In addition to reflecting estimated market funding costs in our valuation of uncollateralized derivative receivables, we also consider whether a
CVA is required to recognize the risk that any given derivative counterparty may not ultimately be able to fulfill its obligations. The CVA is driven off
market-observed credit spreads or proxy credit spreads and our assessment of the net counterparty credit risk (CCR) exposure. In assessing this
exposure, we also take into account credit mitigants such as collateral, master netting arrangements, and settlements through clearing houses. As
noted above, the fair value of uncollateralized derivative liabilities based on market cost of funding generally includes adjustments for our own
credit.
In determining the fair value of complex and customized derivatives, such as equity, credit, and commodity derivatives written in reference to
indices or baskets of reference, we consider all reasonably available information including any relevant observable market inputs, third-party consensus
pricing inputs, indicative dealer and broker quotations, and our own internal model-based estimates, which are vetted and approved in accordance with
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our model risk policy, and are regularly and periodically calibrated. The model calculates fair value based on inputs specific to the type of contract,
which may include stock prices, correlation for multiple assets, interest rates, foreign exchange rates, yield curves, volatility surfaces, and the
probability of early termination. Where observable prices or inputs are not available, management judgment is required to determine fair values by
assessing other relevant sources of information such as historical data, proxy information from similar transactions, and through extrapolation and
interpolation techniques. Appropriate parameter uncertainty and market risk valuation adjustments for such inputs and other model risk valuation
adjustments are assessed in all such instances.
Mortgage commitments
The fair value of mortgage commitments designated at FVTPL is for fixed-rate residential mortgage commitments and is based on changes in
market interest rates for the loans between the commitment and the consolidated balance sheet dates. The valuation model takes into account the
expected probability that outstanding commitments will be exercised as well as the length of time the commitment is offered.
Fair value of financial instruments
Carrying value
$ millions, as at October 31
Amortized
cost
Mandatorily
measured
at FVTPL
Designated
at FVTPL
Fair value
through
OCI
Total
Fair
value
Fair value
over (under)
carrying value
2024 Financial assets
Cash and deposits with banks
$
48,064
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
48,064
$
48,064
$
–
Securities
71,610
106,042
–
76,693
254,345
253,437
(908)
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
17,028
–
–
–
17,028
17,028
–
Securities purchased under resale agreements
58,744
24,977
–
–
83,721
83,721
–
Loans
Residential mortgages
280,220
3
–
–
280,223
279,805
(418)
Personal
45,739
–
–
–
45,739
45,750
11
Credit card
19,649
–
–
–
19,649
19,682
33
Business and government
212,454
116
105
–
212,675
212,744
69
Derivative instruments
–
36,435
–
–
36,435
36,435
–
Customers’ liability under acceptances
6
–
–
–
6
6
–
Other assets
20,121
364
–
–
20,485
20,485
–
Financial liabilities
Deposits
Personal
$
235,593
$
–
$
17,301
$
–
$
252,894
$
253,378
$
484
Business and government
414,441
–
21,058
–
435,499
436,528
1,029
Bank
20,009
–
–
–
20,009
20,009
–
Secured borrowings
55,285
–
1,170
–
56,455
56,588
133
Derivative instruments
–
40,654
–
–
40,654
40,654
–
Acceptances
6
–
–
–
6
6
–
Obligations related to securities sold short
–
21,642
–
–
21,642
21,642
–
Cash collateral on securities lent
7,997
–
–
–
7,997
7,997
–
Obligations related to securities sold under
repurchase agreements
100,407
–
9,746
–
110,153
110,153
–
Other liabilities
20,651
158
19
–
20,828
20,828
–
Subordinated indebtedness
7,465
–
–
–
7,465
7,698
233
2023 Financial assets
Cash and deposits with banks
$
55,718
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
55,718
$
55,718
$
–
Securities
67,294
82,723
–
61,331
211,348
209,326
(2,022)
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
14,651
–
–
–
14,651
14,651
–
Securities purchased under resale agreements
66,797
13,387
–
–
80,184
80,184
–
Loans
Residential mortgages
273,785
3
–
–
273,788
268,403
(5,385)
Personal
44,570
–
–
–
44,570
44,454
(116)
Credit card
17,853
–
–
–
17,853
17,909
56
Business and government
192,856
126
144
–
193,126
192,727
(399)
Derivative instruments
–
33,243
–
–
33,243
33,243
–
Customers’ liability under acceptances
10,816
–
–
–
10,816
10,816
–
Other assets
18,651
–
–
–
18,651
18,651
–
Financial liabilities
Deposits
Personal
$
225,183
$
–
$
13,852
$
–
$
239,035
$
238,725
$
(310)
Business and government
392,021
–
20,540
–
412,561
412,983
422
Bank
22,296
–
–
–
22,296
22,296
–
Secured borrowings
48,098
–
1,386
–
49,484
49,353
(131)
Derivative instruments
–
41,290
–
–
41,290
41,290
–
Acceptances
10,820
–
–
–
10,820
10,820
–
Obligations related to securities sold short
–
18,666
–
–
18,666
18,666
–
Cash collateral on securities lent
8,081
–
–
–
8,081
8,081
–
Obligations related to securities sold under
repurchase agreements
82,403
–
4,715
–
87,118
87,118
–
Other liabilities
18,459
119
16
–
18,594
18,594
–
Subordinated indebtedness
6,483
–
–
–
6,483
6,561
78
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Fair value of derivative instruments
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Positive
Negative
Net
Positive
Negative
Net
Held for trading
Interest rate derivatives
Over-the-counter
– Forward rate agreements
$
135 $
239
$
(104)
$
550
$
47
$
503
– Swap contracts
6,149
9,124
(2,975)
8,259
16,934
(8,675)
– Purchased options
358
–
358
411
–
411
– Written options
–
309
(309)
–
365
(365)
6,642
9,672
(3,030)
9,220
17,346
(8,126)
Exchange-traded
– Futures contracts
–
–
–
–
–
–
– Purchased options
2
–
2
1
–
1
– Written options
–
2
(2)
–
1
(1)
2
2
–
1
1
–
Total interest rate derivatives
6,644
9,674
(3,030)
9,221
17,347
(8,126)
Foreign exchange derivatives
Over-the-counter
– Forward contracts
7,378
6,379
999
7,395
6,978
417
– Swap contracts
5,056
7,944
(2,888)
5,423
8,013
(2,590)
– Purchased options
443
–
443
446
–
446
– Written options
–
535
(535)
–
364
(364)
Total foreign exchange derivatives
12,877
14,858
(1,981)
13,264
15,355
(2,091)
Credit derivatives
Over-the-counter
– Credit default swap contracts – protection purchased
46
3
43
47
11
36
– Credit default swap contracts – protection sold
–
52
(52)
17
52
(35)
Total credit derivatives
46
55
(9)
64
63
1
Equity derivatives
Over-the-counter
4,989
6,401
(1,412)
2,899
3,396
(497)
Exchange-traded
5,821
4,712
1,109
2,331
2,406
(75)
Total equity derivatives
10,810
11,113
(303)
5,230
5,802
(572)
Precious metal and other commodity derivatives
Over-the-counter
2,692
3,906
(1,214)
2,874
1,791
1,083
Exchange-traded
416
241
175
154
251
(97)
Total precious metal and other commodity derivatives
3,108
4,147
(1,039)
3,028
2,042
986
Total held for trading
33,485
39,847
(6,362)
30,807
40,609
(9,802)
Held for ALM
Interest rate derivatives
Over-the-counter
– Forward rate agreements
–
–
–
1
–
1
– Swap contracts
124
(410)
534
179
(1,752)
1,931
– Purchased options
3
–
3
6
1
5
– Written options
–
2
(2)
–
3
(3)
Total interest rate derivatives
127
(408)
535
186
(1,748)
1,934
Foreign exchange derivatives
Over-the-counter
– Forward contracts
28
82
(54)
23
63
(40)
– Swap contracts
2,620
1,129
1,491
2,222
2,259
(37)
Total foreign exchange derivatives
2,648
1,211
1,437
2,245
2,322
(77)
Equity derivatives
Over-the-counter
174
4
170
5
107
(102)
Total equity derivatives
174
4
170
5
107
(102)
Precious metal and other commodity derivatives
Over-the-counter
1
–
1
–
–
–
Total precious metal and other commodity derivatives
1
–
1
–
–
–
Total held for ALM
2,950
807
2,143
2,436
681
1,755
Total fair value
36,435
40,654
(4,219)
33,243
41,290
(8,047)
Less: effect of netting
(21,777)
(21,777)
–
(21,787)
(21,787)
–
$
14,658 $
18,877
$
(4,219)
$
11,456
$
19,503
$
(8,047)
Financial assets and liabilities not carried on the consolidated balance sheet at fair value
The table below presents the fair values by level within the fair value hierarchy for those financial instruments in which fair value is not assumed to
equal the carrying value:
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Quoted market price
Valuation technique –
observable market inputs
Valuation technique –
non-observable market inputs
Total
2024
Total
2023
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Financial assets
Amortized cost securities
$
–
$
–
$
69,961
$
64,530
$
741
$
742
$
70,702
$
65,272
Loans
Residential mortgages
–
–
–
–
279,802
268,400
279,802
268,400
Personal
–
–
–
–
45,750
44,454
45,750
44,454
Credit card
–
–
–
–
19,682
17,909
19,682
17,909
Business and government
–
–
–
–
212,523
192,457
212,523
192,457
Financial liabilities
Deposits
Personal
$
–
$
–
$
82,620
$
82,701
$
5,232
$
2,242
$
87,852
$
84,943
Business and government
–
–
191,616
187,216
4,681
5,796
196,297
193,012
Bank
–
–
9,420
9,079
–
–
9,420
9,079
Secured borrowings
–
–
50,546
43,996
4,872
3,971
55,418
47,967
Subordinated indebtedness
–
–
7,698
6,561
–
–
7,698
6,561
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Financial instruments carried on the consolidated balance sheet at fair value
The table below presents the fair values of financial instruments by level within the fair value hierarchy:
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Quoted market price
Valuation technique –
observable market inputs
Valuation technique –
non-observable market inputs
Total
2024
Total
2023
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
2023
Financial assets
Debt securities measured at FVTPL
Government issued or guaranteed
$
4,258
$
4,194 $
32,328
$
25,128
$
–
$
– $
36,586
$
29,322
Corporate debt
–
–
4,385
4,455
–
–
4,385
4,455
Mortgage- and asset-backed
–
–
4,213
3,056
70
151
4,283
3,207
4,258
4,194
40,926
32,639
70
151
45,254
36,984
Loans measured at FVTPL
Business and government
–
–
116
126
105 (1)
144 (1)
221
270
Residential mortgages
–
–
3
3
–
–
3
3
–
–
119
129
105
144
224
273
Debt securities measured at FVOCI
Government issued or guaranteed
2,760
3,468
60,051
48,717
–
–
62,811
52,185
Corporate debt
–
–
9,083
6,658
–
–
9,083
6,658
Mortgage- and asset-backed
–
–
4,127
1,916
–
–
4,127
1,916
2,760
3,468
73,261
57,291
–
–
76,021
60,759
Corporate equity mandatorily measured at FVTPL
and designated at FVOCI
59,904
44,852
916
872
640
587
61,460
46,311
Securities purchased under resale agreements
measured at FVTPL
–
–
24,977
13,387 (2)
–
–
24,977
13,387
Other assets
–
–
364
–
–
–
364
–
Derivative instruments
Interest rate
2
1
6,718
9,385
51
21
6,771
9,407
Foreign exchange
–
–
15,525
15,509
–
–
15,525
15,509
Credit
–
–
2
18
44
46
46
64
Equity
5,821
2,331
5,157
2,900
6
4
10,984
5,235
Precious metal and other commodity
32
15
3,077
3,013
–
–
3,109
3,028
5,855
2,347
30,479
30,825
101
71
36,435
33,243
Total financial assets
$
72,777
$
54,861 $
171,042
$
135,143
$
916
$
953 $
244,735
$
190,957
Financial liabilities
Deposits and other liabilities (3)
$
–
$
– $
(39,290) $
(35,671)
$
(416)
$
(242) $
(39,706) $
(35,913)
Obligations related to securities sold short
(9,199)
(6,265)
(12,443)
(12,401)
–
–
(21,642)
(18,666)
Obligations related to securities sold under
repurchase agreements
–
–
(9,746)
(4,715)
–
–
(9,746)
(4,715)
Derivative instruments
Interest rate
(2)
(1)
(8,236)
(13,781)
(1,028)
(1,817)
(9,266)
(15,599)
Foreign exchange
–
–
(16,065)
(17,677)
(4)
–
(16,069)
(17,677)
Credit
–
–
(5)
(11)
(50)
(52)
(55)
(63)
Equity
(4,712)
(2,406)
(6,404)
(3,498)
(1)
(5)
(11,117)
(5,909)
Precious metal and other commodity
(39)
(68)
(4,108)
(1,974)
–
–
(4,147)
(2,042)
(4,753)
(2,475)
(34,818)
(36,941)
(1,083)
(1,874)
(40,654)
(41,290)
Total financial liabilities
$
(13,952)
$
(8,740) $
(96,297) $
(89,728)
$
(1,499)
$
(2,116) $
(111,748) $
(100,584)
(1) Relates to loans designated at FVTPL.
(2) The disclosed amount has been restated with no impact on the measurement of the related financial instruments in the consolidated financial statements.
(3) Comprises deposits designated at FVTPL of $39,008 million (2023: $35,639 million), net bifurcated embedded derivative liabilities of $521 million (2023: net bifurcated
embedded derivative liabilities of $139 million), other liabilities designated at FVTPL of $19 million (2023: $16 million), and other financial liabilities measured at fair value
of $158 million (2023: $119 million).
Transfers between levels in the fair value hierarchy are deemed to have occurred at the beginning of the year in which the transfer occurred.
Transfers between levels can occur as a result of additional or new information regarding valuation inputs and changes in their observability. During
the year, we transferred $922 million of securities mandatorily measured at FVTPL (2023: $650 million) from Level 1 to Level 2 and $2,068 million of
securities sold short (2023: $933 million) from Level 1 to Level 2 due to changes in the observability of the inputs used to value these securities.
Transfers from Level 2 to Level 1 were not significant. In addition, transfers between Level 2 and Level 3 were made during 2024 and 2023, primarily
due to changes in the assessment of the observability of certain correlation, market volatility and probability inputs that were used in measuring the
fair value of our fair value option liabilities and derivatives.
CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 133
Consolidated financial statements
The following table presents the changes in fair value of financial assets and liabilities in Level 3. These instruments are measured at fair value
utilizing non-observable market inputs. We often hedge positions with offsetting positions that may be classified in a different level. As a result, the
gains and losses for assets and liabilities in the Level 3 category presented in the table below do not reflect the effect of offsetting gains and losses
on the related hedging instruments that are classified in Level 1 and Level 2.
Net gains (losses)
included in income (1)
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
Opening
balance
Realized
Unrealized (2)
Net
gains (losses)
included in OCI (3)
Transfer
in to
Level 3
Transfer
out of
Level 3
Purchases/
Issuances
Sales/
Settlements
Closing
balance
2024
Debt securities measured at FVTPL
Corporate debt
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
Mortgage- and asset-backed
151
–
(3)
–
–
–
84
(162)
70
Loans measured at FVTPL
Business and government
144
–
5
–
–
–
–
(44)
105
Corporate equity mandatorily measured at
FVTPL and designated at FVOCI
587
7
26
(17)
–
–
113
(76)
640
Derivative instruments
Interest rate
21
–
97
–
–
(67)
–
–
51
Foreign exchange
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Credit
46
(6)
2
–
–
–
2
–
44
Equity
4
–
2
–
2
(6)
5
(1)
6
Total assets
$
953
$
1
$
129
$
(17)
$
2
$
(73)
$
204
$
(283) $
916
Deposits and other liabilities (4)
$
(242)
$
(14)
$
(156)
$
–
$
(3)
$
17
$
(120)
$
102
$
(416)
Derivative instruments
Interest rate
(1,817)
–
297
–
–
425
(8)
75
(1,028)
Foreign exchange
–
–
(31)
–
–
27
–
–
(4)
Credit
(52)
1
1
–
(2)
–
–
2
(50)
Equity
(5)
–
(1)
–
(3)
4
–
4
(1)
Total liabilities
$
(2,116)
$
(13)
$
110
$
–
$
(8)
$
473
$
(128)
$
183
$
(1,499)
2023
Debt securities measured at FVTPL
Corporate debt
$
2
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
(2) $
–
Mortgage- and asset-backed
207
–
–
–
–
–
159
(215)
151
Loans measured at FVTPL
Business and government
687
–
6
(2)
–
–
–
(547)
144
Corporate equity mandatorily measured at
FVTPL and designated at FVOCI
459
6
53
16
–
–
213
(160)
587
Derivative instruments
Interest rate
18
–
–
–
–
(10)
12
1
21
Foreign exchange
–
–
24
–
–
(24)
–
–
–
Credit
45
(3)
5
–
–
–
–
(1)
46
Equity
4
1
–
–
4
(2)
5
(8)
4
Total assets
$
1,422
$
4
$
88
$
14
$
4
$
(36)
$
389
$
(932) $
953
Deposits and other liabilities (4)
$
(409)
$
(40)
$
85
$
–
$
(2)
$
1
$
(129)
$
252
$
(242)
Derivative instruments
Interest rate
(1,533)
–
(728)
–
–
407
(11)
48
(1,817)
Foreign exchange
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Credit
(50)
3
(5)
–
–
–
–
–
(52)
Equity
(3)
–
(1)
–
(5)
6
(3)
1
(5)
Total liabilities
$
(1,995)
$
(37)
$
(649)
$
–
$
(7)
$
414
$
(143)
$
301
$
(2,116)
(1) Cumulative AOCI gains or losses related to equity securities designated at FVOCI are reclassified from AOCI to retained earnings at the time of disposal or derecognition.
(2) Comprises unrealized gains and losses relating to these assets and liabilities held at the end of the reporting year.
(3) Foreign exchange translation on loans measured at FVTPL held by foreign operations and denominated in the same currency as the foreign operations is included in OCI.
(4) Includes deposits designated at FVTPL of $211 million (2023: $115 million), net bifurcated embedded derivative liabilities of $186 million (2023: net bifurcated embedded
derivative liabilities of $111 million) and other liabilities designated at FVTPL of $19 million (2023: $14 million).
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Quantitative information about significant non-observable inputs
Valuation techniques using one or more non-observable inputs are used for a number of financial instruments. The following table discloses the
valuation techniques and quantitative information about the significant non-observable inputs used in Level 3 financial instruments:
Range of inputs
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
Valuation techniques
Key non-observable inputs
Low
High
Debt securities measured at FVTPL
Mortgage- and asset-backed
$
70
Discounted cash flow
Credit spread
4.5 %
6.4 %
Corporate equity mandatorily measured at
FVTPL and designated at FVOCI
Limited partnerships and private
companies
640
Adjusted net asset value (1)
Net asset value (2)
n/a
n/a
Valuation multiple
Earnings multiple
12.4 x
24.2 x
Proxy share price
Proxy share price (2)
n/a
n/a
Loans measured at FVTPL
Business and government
105
Discounted cash flow
Credit spread
2.1 %
2.1 %
Derivative instruments
Interest rate
51
Proprietary model (3)
n/a
n/a
n/a
Option model
Market volatility
62.7 %
142.4 %
Probability of contingent settlement
100.0 %
100.0 %
Credit
44
Market proxy or direct broker quote Market proxy or direct broker quote
29.6 %
29.6 %
Equity
6
Option model
Market correlation
31.0 %
96.4 %
Total assets
$
916
Deposits and other liabilities
Deposits designated at FVTPL and
net bifurcated embedded derivative
liabilities
$
(397)
Option model
Market volatility
8.7 %
142.4 %
Market correlation
(100.0)%
100.0 %
Other liabilities designated at FVTPL
(19)
Option model
Funding ratio
53.0 %
53.0 %
Derivative instruments
Interest rate
(1,028)
Proprietary model (3)
n/a
n/a
n/a
Option model
Market volatility
62.7 %
142.4 %
Probability of contingent settlement
100.0 %
100.0 %
Foreign exchange
(4)
Option model
Probability of contingent settlement
100.0 %
100.0 %
Credit
(50) Market proxy or direct broker quote Market proxy or direct broker quote
29.6 %
29.6 %
Equity
(1)
Option model
Market correlation
23.8 %
97.8 %
Total liabilities
$
(1,499)
(1) Adjusted net asset value is determined using reported net asset values obtained from the fund manager or general partner of the limited partnership or the limited liability
company and may be adjusted for current market levels where appropriate.
(2) The range of net asset value price or proxy share price has not been disclosed due to the wide range and diverse nature of the investments.
(3) Using valuation techniques that we consider to be non-observable.
n/a Not applicable.
Sensitivity of Level 3 financial assets and liabilities
The following section describes the significant non-observable inputs identified in the table above, the interrelationships between those inputs,
where applicable, and the change in fair value if changing one or more of the non-observable inputs within a reasonably possible range would
impact the fair value significantly.
The fair value of our limited partnerships is determined based on the net asset value provided by the fund managers, adjusted as appropriate.
The fair value of limited partnerships is sensitive to changes in the net asset value, and by adjusting the net asset value within a reasonably possible
range, the aggregate fair value of our limited partnerships would increase or decrease by $145 million (2023: $138 million).
While our standalone derivatives are recorded as derivative assets or derivative liabilities, our derivatives embedded in our structured note
deposit liabilities or deposit liabilities designated at FVTPL are recorded within deposits and other liabilities. The determination of the fair value of
certain Level 3 embedded derivatives and certain standalone derivatives requires significant assumptions and judgment to be applied to both the
inputs and the valuation techniques employed. These derivatives are sensitive to long-dated market volatility and correlation inputs, which we
consider to be non-observable. Market volatility is a measure of the anticipated future variability of a market price and is an important input for
pricing options, which are inherent in many of our Level 3 derivatives. A higher market volatility generally results in a higher option price, with all else
held constant, due to the higher probability of obtaining a greater return from the option, and results in an increase in the fair value of our Level 3
derivatives. Correlation inputs are used to value those derivatives where the payout is dependent upon more than one market price. For example,
the payout of an equity basket option is based upon the performance of a basket of stocks, and the interrelationships between the price movements
of those stocks. A positive correlation implies that two inputs tend to change the fair value in the same direction, while a negative correlation implies
that two inputs tend to change the fair value in the opposite direction. Changes in market correlation could result in an increase or a decrease in the
fair value of our Level 3 derivatives and embedded derivatives. By adjusting the non-observable inputs by reasonably alternative amounts, the fair
value of our net Level 3 standalone derivatives and embedded derivatives would increase by $149 million or decrease by $142 million (2023:
increase by $105 million or decrease by $99 million).
For certain interest rate and foreign exchange derivatives, the probability of contingent settlement not occurring was a significant Level 3
valuation input. By increasing the probability of contingent settlement not occurring by 10%, the fair value of those derivatives in an asset position
would decrease by less than $4 million, while the fair value of those derivatives in a liability position would decrease by up to $13 million. If the
probably of contingent settlement decreased by 100% for our largest derivative asset position, the fair value of the corresponding derivative would
decrease by $22 million.
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Consolidated financial statements
Financial instruments designated at FVTPL
Financial assets designated at FVTPL include loans that were designated at FVTPL on the basis of being managed together with derivatives to
eliminate or significantly reduce financial risks.
Deposits and other liabilities designated at FVTPL include:
•
Certain business and government deposit liabilities, certain secured borrowings and certain obligations related to securities sold under
repurchase agreements that are economically hedged with derivatives and other financial instruments, and certain financial liabilities that have
one or more embedded derivatives that significantly modify the cash flows of the host liability but are not bifurcated from the host instrument; and
•
Our mortgage commitments to retail clients to provide mortgages at fixed rates that are economically hedged with derivatives and other
financial instruments.
The carrying value of our loans designated at FVTPL represents our maximum exposure to credit risk related to these assets designated at FVTPL.
The change in fair value attributable to change in credit risk of these assets designated at FVTPL during the year is insignificant (2023: insignificant).
The fair value of a liability designated at FVTPL reflects the credit risk relating to that liability. For those liabilities designated at FVTPL for which we
believe changes in our credit risk would impact the fair value from the note holders’ perspective, the related fair value changes were recognized in
OCI. Changes in fair value attributable to changes in our own credit are measured as the difference between: (i) the period-over-period change in
the present value of the expected cash flows using a discount curve adjusted for our own credit; and (ii) the period-over-period change in the
present value of the same expected cash flows using a discount curve based on the benchmark curve adjusted for our own credit as implied at
inception of the liability designated at FVTPL. The pre-tax impact of changes in CIBC’s own credit risk on our liabilities designated at FVTPL was
losses of $299 million for the year and losses of $125 million cumulatively (2023: losses of $144 million for the year and gains of $211 million
cumulatively). A net gain of $34 million, net of hedges (2023: a net loss of $10 million), was realized for assets designated at FVTPL and liabilities
designated at FVTPL, which is included in the consolidated statement of income under Gains (losses) from financial instruments measured/
designated at FVTPL, net.
The estimated contractual amount payable at maturity of deposits designated at FVTPL, which for certain notes is based on the par value and
the intrinsic value of the applicable embedded derivatives, is $3,859 million higher (2023: $4,332 million higher) than its fair value. The intrinsic value
of the embedded derivatives reflects the structured payoff of certain FVO deposit liabilities, which we hedge economically with derivatives and other
FVTPL financial instruments.
Note 3
Significant transactions
Sale of certain banking assets in the Caribbean
CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited (formerly known as FirstCaribbean International Bank Limited) sold its banking assets in St. Vincent and Grenada in
March 2023 and July 2023, respectively. CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited (CIBC Caribbean) ceased its operations in Dominica on January 31, 2023.
The impacts of these transactions and closures were not material.
On October 31, 2023, CIBC Caribbean announced that it had entered into an agreement to sell its banking assets in Curaçao and Sint
Maarten. The sale of banking assets in Curaçao was completed on May 24, 2024 upon the satisfaction of the closing conditions, and was not
material. The Sint Maarten transaction is subject to closing conditions, and is expected to be finalized in the second quarter of 2025. The impact
upon closing is not expected to be material.
136 CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Consolidated financial statements
Note 4
Securities
Securities
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Securities measured and designated at FVOCI
$
76,693
$
61,331
Securities measured at amortized cost (1)
71,610
67,294
Securities mandatorily measured and designated at FVTPL
106,042
82,723
$
254,345
$
211,348
(1) During the year, less than $1 million of amortized cost debt securities were disposed of, generally shortly before their maturity, resulting in a realized gain of nil (2023: a
realized gain of less than $1 million).
Residual term to contractual maturity
$ millions, as at October 31
Within 1 year
1 to 5 years
5 to 10 years
Over 10 years
No specific
maturity
2024
Total
2023
Total
Carrying
value Yield (1)
Carrying
value Yield (1)
Carrying
value Yield (1)
Carrying
value Yield (1)
Carrying
value Yield (1)
Carrying
value Yield (1)
Carrying
value Yield (1)
Debt securities measured at FVOCI
Securities issued or guaranteed by:
Canadian federal government
$
1,767
4.5 % $
9,112
3.7 % $
806
3.3 % $
–
– % $
–
– %
$
11,685
3.8 %
$
10,897
4.7 %
Other Canadian governments
59
3.5
1,604
3.9
14,257
3.1
494
3.6
–
–
16,414
3.2
13,485
4.2
U.S. Treasury and agencies
15,174
4.4
10,767
3.3
3,211
4.0
–
–
–
–
29,152
3.9
22,164
3.7
Other foreign governments
3,329
4.0
2,103
4.9
101
5.5
27
5.3
–
–
5,560
4.4
5,639
4.7
Mortgage-backed securities (2)
3
2.4
2,853
4.1
204
2.8
410
5.1
–
–
3,470
4.1
978
4.5
Asset-backed securities
264
5.1
–
–
–
–
393
6.4
–
–
657
5.9
938
6.8
Corporate debt
1,123
4.3
7,668
4.8
275
4.1
17
4.3
–
–
9,083
4.7
6,658
5.1
$ 21,719
$ 34,107
$ 18,854
$
1,341
$
–
$
76,021
$
60,759
Securities measured at amortized cost
Securities issued or guaranteed by:
Canadian federal government
$
961
1.6 % $
1,441
2.8 % $
502
3.6 % $
–
– % $
–
– %
$
2,904
2.5 %
$
3,241
2.7 %
Other Canadian governments
3,069
1.8
8,885
2.9
9,309
3.5
371
3.8
–
–
21,634
3.0
20,129
4.3
U.S. Treasury and agencies
8,957
1.9
21,843
2.5
2,927
3.9
–
–
–
–
33,727
2.5
32,272
2.3
Other foreign governments
216
1.4
815
3.4
340
1.1
156
2.6
–
–
1,527
2.5
1,530
2.5
Mortgage-backed securities (3)
643
1.8
3,445
3.8
802
2.1
407
3.2
–
–
5,297
3.3
5,286
3.5
Asset-backed securities
–
–
844
5.0
52
6.2
1,340
6.6
–
–
2,236
6.0
1,018
5.4
Corporate debt
984
4.8
3,265
2.8
36
3.4
–
–
–
–
4,285
3.3
3,818
3.2
$ 14,830
$ 40,538
$ 13,968
$
2,274
$
–
$
71,610
$
67,294
Debt securities mandatorily measured and
designated at FVTPL
Securities issued or guaranteed by:
Canadian federal government
$
3,142
$ 10,977
$
1,748
$
1,932
$
–
$
17,799
$
11,302
Other Canadian governments
1,697
1,668
969
5,575
–
9,909
7,628
U.S. Treasury and agencies
453
4,659
1,236
402
–
6,750
6,045
Other foreign governments
1,228
820
56
24
–
2,128
4,347
Mortgage-backed securities (4)
277
3,504
199
–
–
3,980
2,898
Asset-backed securities
117
62
3
121
–
303
309
Corporate debt
905
2,245
899
336
–
4,385
4,455
$
7,819
$ 23,935
$
5,110
$
8,390
$
–
$
45,254
$
36,984
Corporate equity mandatorily measured
at FVTPL and designated at
FVOCI
$
–
– % $
–
– % $
–
– % $
–
– % $ 61,460 n/m
$
61,460 n/m
$
46,311 n/m
Total securities (5)
$ 44,368
$ 98,580
$ 37,932
$ 12,005
$ 61,460
$ 254,345
$ 211,348
(1) Represents the weighted-average yield, which is determined by applying the weighted average of the yields of individual fixed income securities.
(2) Includes securities backed by mortgages insured by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), with amortized cost of $2,832 million (2023: $220 million)
and fair value of $2,827 million (2023: $220 million); securities issued by Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae), with amortized cost of $284 million
(2023: $356 million) and fair value of $275 million (2023: $334 million); securities issued by Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac), with amortized cost
of $103 million (2023: $134 million) and fair value of $99 million (2023: $124 million); and securities issued by Government National Mortgage Association, a U.S.
government corporation (Ginnie Mae), with amortized cost of $274 million (2023: $311 million) and fair value of $269 million (2023: $300 million).
(3) Includes securities backed by mortgages insured by the CMHC, with amortized cost of $2,585 million (2023: $2,342 million) and fair value of $2,582 million
(2023: $2,309 million); securities issued by Fannie Mae, with amortized cost of $471 million (2023: $621 million) and fair value of $448 million (2023: $571 million);
securities issued by Freddie Mac, with amortized cost of $1,536 million (2023: $1,667 million) and fair value of $1,450 million (2023: $1,501 million); and securities issued
by Ginnie Mae, with amortized cost of $123 million (2023: $51 million) and fair value of $118 million (2023: $45 million).
(4) Includes securities backed by mortgages insured by the CMHC of $3,977 million (2023: $2,898 million).
(5) Includes securities denominated in U.S. dollars with carrying value of $126.7 billion (2023: $110.9 billion) and securities denominated in other foreign currencies with
carrying value of $12,369 million (2023: $10,106 million).
n/m Not meaningful.
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Consolidated financial statements
Fair value of debt securities measured and equity securities designated at FVOCI
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Cost/
Amortized
cost (1)
Gross
unrealized
gains
Gross
unrealized
losses
Fair
value
Cost/
Amortized
cost (1)
Gross
unrealized
gains
Gross
unrealized
losses
Fair
value
Securities issued or guaranteed by:
Canadian federal government
$
11,715
$
1
$
(31)
$
11,685
$
10,890
$
16
$
(9)
$
10,897
Other Canadian governments
16,506
9
(101)
16,414
13,526
33
(74)
13,485
U.S. Treasury and agencies
29,362
10
(220)
29,152
22,383
4
(223)
22,164
Other foreign governments
5,542
22
(4)
5,560
5,632
21
(14)
5,639
Mortgage-backed securities
3,493
–
(23)
3,470
1,021
–
(43)
978
Asset-backed securities
656
1
–
657
944
–
(6)
938
Corporate debt
9,085
7
(9)
9,083
6,691
1
(34)
6,658
76,359
50
(388)
76,021
61,087
75
(403)
60,759
Corporate equity (2)
653
51
(32)
672
556
48
(32)
572
$
77,012
$
101
$
(420)
$
76,693
$
61,643
$
123
$
(435)
$
61,331
(1) Net of allowance for credit losses for debt securities measured at FVOCI of $19 million (2023: $22 million).
(2) Includes restricted stock.
Fair value of equity securities designated at FVOCI that were disposed of during the year was nil (2023: $10 million) at the time of disposal. Net
realized cumulative after-tax losses of $15 million for the year (2023: nil) were reclassified from AOCI to retained earnings, resulting from
dispositions of equity securities designated at FVOCI and return on capital distributions from limited partnerships designated at FVOCI.
Dividend income recognized on equity securities designated at FVOCI that were still held as at October 31, 2024 was $3 million
(2023: $3 million). Dividend income recognized on equity securities designated at FVOCI that were disposed of during the year was nil (2023: nil).
The table below presents profit or loss recognized on FVOCI debt securities:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Realized gains
$
64
$
114
Realized losses
(26)
(24)
(Provision for) reversal of credit losses on debt securities
3
2
$
41
$
92
Allowance for credit losses
The following table provides a reconciliation of the opening balance to the closing balance of the ECL allowance for debt securities measured at FVOCI
and amortized cost:
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
Collective provision
12-month ECL
performing
Collective provision
lifetime ECL
performing
Collective and
individual provision
lifetime ECL
credit-impaired (1)
Total
2024
Debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost
Balance at beginning of year
$
8
$
20
$
14
$
42
Reversal of credit losses (2)
–
(3)
(2)
(5)
Write-offs
–
–
–
–
Foreign exchange and other
(1)
–
–
(1)
Balance at end of year
$
7
$
17
$
12
$
36
Comprises:
Debt securities measured at FVOCI
$
2
$
17
$
–
$
19
Debt securities measured at amortized cost
5
–
12
17
2023
Debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost
Balance at beginning of year
$
7
$
20
$
12
$
39
Provision for credit losses (2)
2
–
1
3
Write-offs
–
–
–
–
Foreign exchange and other
(1)
–
1
–
Balance at end of year
$
8
$
20
$
14
$
42
Comprises:
Debt securities measured at FVOCI
$
2
$
20
$
–
$
22
Debt securities measured at amortized cost
6
–
14
20
(1) Includes stage 3 ECL allowance on originated credit-impaired amortized cost debt securities.
(2) Included in Gains (losses) from debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost, net on our consolidated statement of income.
Note 5
Loans(1)(2)
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Gross
amount
Stage 3
allowance
Stages 1
and 2
allowance
Total
allowance (3)
Net
total
Allowances
as a % of
gross loans
Gross
amount
Stage 3
allowance
Stages 1
and 2
allowance
Total
allowance (3)
Net
total
Allowances
as a % of
gross loans
Residential mortgages (4)
$
280,672
$
234
$
215
$
449 $
280,223
0.2 % $
274,244 $
224 $
232 $
456 $
273,788
0.2 %
Personal
46,681
190
752
942
45,739
2.0
45,587
181
836
1,017
44,570
2.2
Credit card
20,551
–
902
902
19,649
4.4
18,538
–
685
685
17,853
3.7
Business and government (4)
214,299
392
1,232
1,624
212,675
0.8
194,870
667
1,077
1,744
193,126
0.9
$
562,203
$
816
$
3,101
$
3,917 $
558,286
0.7 % $
533,239 $
1,072 $
2,830 $
3,902 $
529,337
0.7 %
(1) Loans are net of unearned income of $815 million (2023: $706 million).
(2) Includes gross loans of $120.4 billion (2023: $112.6 billion) denominated in U.S. dollars and $11.2 billion (2023: $10.5 billion) denominated in other foreign currencies.
(3) Includes ECL allowances for customers’ liability under acceptances.
(4) Includes $3 million of residential mortgages (2023: $3 million) and $221 million of business and government loans (2023: $270 million) that are measured and designated at FVTPL.
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Allowance for credit losses
The following table provides a reconciliation of the opening balance to the closing balance of the ECL allowance:
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
2024
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Collective provision
12-month ECL
performing
Collective provision
lifetime ECL
performing
Collective and
individual provision
lifetime ECL
credit-impaired
Total
Residential mortgages
Balance at beginning of year
$
90
$
142
$
224
$
456
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Originations net of repayments and other derecognitions (1)
15
(19)
(55)
(59)
Changes in model
–
4
11
15
Net remeasurement (2)
(115)
96
95
76
Transfers (2)
– to 12-month ECL
109
(107)
(2)
–
– to lifetime ECL performing
(10)
19
(9)
–
– to lifetime ECL credit-impaired
–
(8)
8
–
Total provision for (reversal of) credit losses (3)
(1)
(15)
48
32
Write-offs (4)
–
–
(18)
(18)
Recoveries
–
–
7
7
Interest income on impaired loans
–
–
(30)
(30)
Foreign exchange and other
–
(1)
3
2
Balance at end of year
$
89
$
126
$
234
$
449
Personal
Balance at beginning of year
$
174
$
709
$
181
$
1,064
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Originations net of repayments and other derecognitions (1)
32
(58)
(42)
(68)
Changes in model
54
(127)
(6)
(79)
Net remeasurement (2)
(544)
631
466
553
Transfers (2)
– to 12-month ECL
591
(588)
(3)
–
– to lifetime ECL performing
(63)
74
(11)
–
– to lifetime ECL credit-impaired
–
(96)
96
–
Total provision for (reversal of) credit losses (3)
70
(164)
500
406
Write-offs (4)
–
–
(545)
(545)
Recoveries
–
–
62
62
Interest income on impaired loans
–
–
(7)
(7)
Foreign exchange and other
3
1
(1)
3
Balance at end of year
$
247
$
546
$
190
$
983
Credit card
Balance at beginning of year
$
181
$
591
$
–
$
772
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Originations net of repayments and other derecognitions (1)
22
(30)
–
(8)
Changes in model
86
(34)
–
52
Net remeasurement (2)
(413)
771
394
752
Transfers (2)
– to 12-month ECL
491
(491)
–
–
– to lifetime ECL performing
(72)
72
–
–
– to lifetime ECL credit-impaired
–
(219)
219
–
Total provision for (reversal of) credit losses (3)
114
69
613
796
Write-offs (4)
–
–
(739)
(739)
Recoveries
–
–
126
126
Interest income on impaired loans
–
–
–
–
Foreign exchange and other
–
–
–
–
Balance at end of year
$
295
$
660
$
–
$
955
Business and government
Balance at beginning of year
$
294
$
864
$
667
$
1,825
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Originations net of repayments and other derecognitions (1)
22
(82)
(48)
(108)
Changes in model
(28)
46
–
18
Net remeasurement (2)
(194)
569
482
857
Transfers (2)
– to 12-month ECL
215
(201)
(14)
–
– to lifetime ECL performing
(39)
47
(8)
–
– to lifetime ECL credit-impaired
–
(187)
187
–
Total provision for (reversal of) credit losses (3)
(24)
192
599
767
Write-offs (4)
–
–
(874)
(874)
Recoveries
–
–
77
77
Interest income on impaired loans
–
–
(84)
(84)
Foreign exchange and other
(5)
5
16
16
Balance at end of year
$
265
$
1,061
$
401
$
1,727
Total ECL allowance (5)
$
896
$
2,393
$
825
$
4,114
Comprises:
Loans
$
800
$
2,301
$
816
$
3,917
Undrawn credit facilities and other off-balance sheet exposures (6)
96
92
9
197
(1) Excludes the disposal and write-off of impaired loans.
(2) Transfers represent stage movements of ECL allowances before net remeasurement. Net remeasurement represents the current period change in ECL allowances for transfers, net
write-offs, changes in forecasts of forward-looking information, parameter updates, and partial repayments in the year.
(3) Provision for (reversal of) credit losses for loans, and undrawn credit facilities and other off-balance sheet exposures is presented as Provision for (reversal of) credit losses on our
consolidated statement of income.
(4) We generally continue to pursue collection on the amounts that were written off. The degree of collection efforts varies from one jurisdiction to another, depending on the local
regulations and original agreements with customers.
(5) See Note 4 for the ECL allowance on debt securities measured at FVOCI and amortized cost. The ECL allowances for other financial assets classified at amortized cost were
immaterial as at October 31, 2024 and October 31, 2023 and were excluded from the table above. Financial assets other than loans that are classified at amortized cost are
presented on our consolidated balance sheet net of ECL allowances.
(6) Included in Other liabilities on our consolidated balance sheet.
(7) Includes the impact of a change in the internal risk rating methodology applied in the first quarter of 2023 at CIBC Bank USA.
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$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
2023
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Collective provision
12-month ECL
performing
Collective provision
lifetime ECL
performing
Collective and
individual provision
lifetime ECL
credit-impaired
Total
Residential mortgages
Balance at beginning of year
$
57
$
69
$
167
$
293
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Originations net of repayments and other derecognitions (1)
13
(9)
(32)
(28)
Changes in model
4
5
12
21
Net remeasurement (2)
(62)
159
122
219
Transfers (2)
– to 12-month ECL
97
(96)
(1)
–
– to lifetime ECL performing
(18)
22
(4)
–
– to lifetime ECL credit-impaired
–
(7)
7
–
Total provision for (reversal of) credit losses (3)
34
74
104
212
Write-offs (4)
–
–
(33)
(33)
Recoveries
–
–
5
5
Interest income on impaired loans
–
–
(17)
(17)
Foreign exchange and other
(1)
(1)
(2)
(4)
Balance at end of year
$
90
$
142
$
224
$
456
Personal
Balance at beginning of year
$
137
$
656
$
146
$
939
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Originations net of repayments and other derecognitions (1)
43
(62)
(31)
(50)
Changes in model
(1)
–
–
(1)
Net remeasurement (2)
(421)
591
373
543
Transfers (2)
– to 12-month ECL
468
(465)
(3)
–
– to lifetime ECL performing
(53)
63
(10)
–
– to lifetime ECL credit-impaired
–
(73)
73
–
Total provision for (reversal of) credit losses (3)
36
54
402
492
Write-offs (4)
–
–
(428)
(428)
Recoveries
–
–
65
65
Interest income on impaired loans
–
–
(5)
(5)
Foreign exchange and other
1
(1)
1
1
Balance at end of year
$
174
$
709
$
181
$
1,064
Credit card
Balance at beginning of year
$
159
$
709
$
–
$
868
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Originations net of repayments and other derecognitions (1)
18
(76)
–
(58)
Changes in model
–
–
–
–
Net remeasurement (2)
(493)
684
223
414
Transfers (2)
– to 12-month ECL
553
(553)
–
–
– to lifetime ECL performing
(56)
56
–
–
– to lifetime ECL credit-impaired
–
(229)
229
–
Total provision for (reversal of) credit losses (3)
22
(118)
452
356
Write-offs (4)
–
–
(572)
(572)
Recoveries
–
–
120
120
Interest income on impaired loans
–
–
–
–
Foreign exchange and other
–
–
–
–
Balance at end of year
$
181
$
591
$
–
$
772
Business and government
Balance at beginning of year
$
335
$
490
$
351
$
1,176
Provision for (reversal of) credit losses
Originations net of repayments and other derecognitions (1)
21
(19)
(33)
(31)
Changes in model
(2)
11
–
9
Net remeasurement (2)(7)
(230)
583
619
972
Transfers (2)
– to 12-month ECL
205
(199)
(6)
–
– to lifetime ECL performing
(36)
52
(16)
–
– to lifetime ECL credit-impaired
–
(72)
72
–
Total provision for (reversal of) credit losses (3)
(42)
356
636
950
Write-offs (4)
–
–
(316)
(316)
Recoveries
–
–
23
23
Interest income on impaired loans
–
–
(47)
(47)
Foreign exchange and other
1
18
20
39
Balance at end of year
$
294
$
864
$
667
$
1,825
Total ECL allowance (5)
$
739
$
2,306
$
1,072
$
4,117
Comprises:
Loans
$
650
$
2,180
$
1,072
$
3,902
Undrawn credit facilities and other off-balance sheet exposures (6)
89
126
–
215
See previous page for footnote references.
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Inputs, assumptions and model techniques
Our ECL allowances are estimated using complex models that incorporate inputs, assumptions and model techniques that involve a high degree of
management judgment. In particular, the following ECL elements are subject to a high level of judgment that can have a significant impact on the
level of ECL allowances provided:
•
Determining when a SICR of a loan has occurred;
•
Measuring both 12-month and lifetime credit losses; and
•
Forecasting forward-looking information for multiple scenarios and determining the probability weighting of the scenarios driven by the
changes in the macroeconomic environment.
In addition, the interrelationship between these elements is also subject to a high degree of judgment which can also have a significant impact on
the level of ECL recognized.
We continue to operate in an uncertain macroeconomic environment. There is inherent uncertainty in forecasting forward-looking information and
estimating the impact that the macroeconomic environment, including moderating levels of interest rates, and geopolitical events will have on the
level of ECL allowance and period-over-period volatility of the provision for credit losses. As a result, a heightened level of judgment in estimating
ECLs in respect of all these elements, as discussed below, continued to be required.
Determining when a significant increase in credit risk has occurred
The determination of whether a loan has experienced a SICR has a significant impact on the level of ECL allowance as loans that are in stage 1 are
measured at 12-month ECL, while loans in stage 2 are measured at lifetime ECL. Migration of loans between stage 1 and stage 2 can cause
significant volatility in the amount of the recognized ECL allowances and the provision for credit losses in a particular period.
For the majority of our retail loan portfolios, we determine a SICR based on relative changes in the loan’s lifetime PD since its initial recognition. The PDs
used for this purpose are the expected value of our upside, downside and base case lifetime PDs. Significant judgment is involved in determining the upside,
downside and base case lifetime PDs through the incorporation of forward-looking information into long-run PDs, in determining the probability weightings of
the scenarios, and in determining the relative changes in PDs that are indicative of a SICR for our various retail products. Increases in the expected PDs or
decreases in the thresholds for changes in PDs that are indicative of a SICR can cause significant migration of loans from stage 1 to stage 2, which in turn
can cause a significant increase in the amount of ECL allowances recognized. In contrast, decreases in the expected PDs or increases in the thresholds for
changes in PDs that are indicative of a SICR can cause significant migration of loans from stage 2 to stage 1.
For the majority of our business and government loan portfolios, we determine a SICR based on relative changes in internal risk ratings since initial
recognition. Significant judgment is involved in the determination of the internal risk ratings. Deterioration or improvement in the risk ratings or adjustments to
the risk rating downgrade thresholds used to determine a SICR can cause significant migration of loans and securities between stage 1 and stage 2, which in
turn can have a significant impact on the amount of ECL allowances recognized.
While potentially significant to the level of ECL allowances recognized, the thresholds for changes in PDs that are indicative of a SICR for our retail
portfolios and the risk rating downgrade thresholds used to determine a SICR for our business and government loan portfolios are not expected to change
frequently.
Loans for which repayment of principal or payment of interest is contractually 30 days or more in arrears and all business and government loans that
have migrated to the watch list risk rating are normally automatically migrated to stage 2 from stage 1.
As at October 31, 2024, if the ECL for the stage 2 performing loans were measured using stage 1 ECL as opposed to lifetime ECL, the ECLs would
be $854 million lower than the total recognized IFRS 9 ECL on performing loans (2023: $724 million).
Measuring both 12-month and lifetime expected credit losses
Our ECL models leverage the data, systems and processes that are used to calculate Basel expected loss regulatory adjustments for the portion of
our retail and business and government portfolios under the internal ratings-based (IRB) approach. Significant judgment is applied in leveraging the
data and modelling techniques used to calculate Basel risk parameters to meet IFRS 9 requirements, including the conversion of through-the-cycle
estimates to the point-in-time parameters used under IFRS 9 that consider forward-looking information. For standardized business and government
portfolios, available long-run PDs, LGDs and EADs are also converted to point-in-time parameters through the incorporation of forward-looking
information for the purpose of measuring ECL under IFRS 9.
Significant judgment is involved in determining which forward-looking information variables are relevant for particular portfolios and in
determining the extent by which through-the-cycle parameters should be adjusted for forward-looking information to determine point-in-time
parameters. While changes in the set of forward-looking information variables used to convert through-the-cycle PDs, LGDs and EADs into point-in-
time parameters can either increase or decrease ECL allowances in a particular period, changes to the mapping of forward-looking information
variables to particular portfolios are expected to be infrequent. However, changes in the particular forward-looking information parameters used to
quantify point-in-time parameters will be frequent as our forecasts are updated on a quarterly basis. Increases in the level of pessimism in the forward-
looking information variables will cause increases in ECL, while increases in the level of optimism in the forward-looking information variables will
cause decreases in ECL. These increases and decreases could be significant in any particular period and will start to occur in the period where our
outlook of the future changes.
With respect to the lifetime of a financial instrument, the maximum period considered when measuring ECL is the maximum contractual period
over which we are exposed to credit risk. For revolving facilities, such as credit cards, the lifetime of a credit card account is the expected behavioural
life. Significant judgment is involved in the estimate of the expected behavioural life. Increases in the expected behavioural life will increase the
amount of ECL allowances, in particular for revolving loans in stage 2.
Forecasting forward-looking information for multiple scenarios and determining the probability weighting of the scenarios
As indicated above, forward-looking information is incorporated into both our assessment of whether a financial asset has experienced a SICR since
its initial recognition and in our estimate of ECL. From analysis of historical data, our risk management function has identified and reflected in our
ECL allowance those relevant forward-looking information variables that contribute to credit risk and losses within our retail and business and
government loan portfolios. Within our retail loan portfolio, key forward-looking information variables include Canadian unemployment rates, housing
prices, gross domestic product (GDP) growth and household debt service ratios. In many cases these variables are forecasted at the provincial
level. Housing prices are also forecasted at the municipal level in some cases. Within our business and government loan portfolio, key drivers that
impact the credit performance of the entire portfolio include GDP growth and BBB corporate bond yields, while forward-looking information variables
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such as Canadian and U.S. commercial real estate price indices and oil prices are significant for certain portfolios, and U.S. unemployment rates
and U.S. GDP growth are significant for our U.S. portfolios.
For the majority of our loan portfolios, our forecast of forward-looking information variables is established from a “base case” or most likely
scenario that is used internally by management for planning and forecasting purposes. For most of the forward-looking information variables related
to our Canadian businesses, we have forecast scenarios by province. In forming the base case scenario, we consider the forecasts of international
organizations and monetary authorities such as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, the International Monetary Fund,
and the Bank of Canada, as well as private sector economists. We then derive reasonably possible “upside case” and “downside case” scenarios
using external forecasts that are above and below our base case and the application of management judgment. A probability weighting is assigned
to our base case, upside case and downside case scenarios based on management judgment.
The forecasting process is overseen by a governance committee consisting of internal stakeholders from across our bank including Risk
Management, Economics, Finance and the impacted SBUs and involves a significant amount of judgment both in determining the forward-looking
information forecasts for our various scenarios and in determining the probability weighting assigned to the scenarios. In general, a worsening of our
outlook on forecasted forward-looking information for each scenario, an increase in the probability of the downside case scenario occurring, or a
decrease in the probability of the upside case scenario occurring will increase the number of loans migrating from stage 1 to stage 2 and increase
the estimated ECL allowance. In contrast, an improvement in our outlook on forecasted forward-looking information, an increase in the probability of
the upside case scenario occurring, or a decrease in the probability of the downside case scenario occurring will have the opposite impact. It is not
possible to meaningfully isolate the impact of changes in the various forward-looking information variables for a particular scenario because of both
the interrelationship between the variables and the interrelationship between the level of pessimism inherent in a particular scenario and its
probability of occurring.
The forecasting of forward-looking information and the determination of scenario weightings continued to require a heightened application of
judgment in a number of areas as our forecast reflects numerous assumptions and uncertainties inherent in the current macroeconomic
environment.
The following table provides the base case, upside case and downside case scenario forecasts for select forward-looking information
variables used to estimate our ECL.
Base case
Upside case
Downside case
As at October 31, 2024
Average
value over
the next
12 months
Average
value over
the remaining
forecast period (1)
Average
value over
the next
12 months
Average
value over
the remaining
forecast period (1)
Average
value over
the next
12 months
Average
value over
the remaining
forecast period (1)
Real GDP year-over-year growth
Canada (2)
1.6 %
2.3 %
2.5 %
2.7 %
0.4 %
1.4 %
United States
2.0 %
2.0 %
3.0 %
2.9 %
0.7 %
0.9 %
Unemployment rate
Canada (2)
6.6 %
5.9 %
5.7 %
5.2 %
7.2 %
6.8 %
United States
4.5 %
4.0 %
3.7 %
3.3 %
5.1 %
4.7 %
Canadian Housing Price Index growth (2)
2.6 %
2.5 %
7.1 %
4.0 %
(2.3)%
0.9 %
Canadian household debt service ratio
14.8 %
14.8 %
14.4 %
14.7 %
15.3 %
15.2 %
West Texas Intermediate Oil Price (US$)
$
78
$
74
$
88
$
100
$
60
$
61
As at October 31, 2023
Real GDP year-over-year growth
Canada (2)
0.6 %
1.9 %
2.0 %
2.7 %
(0.7)%
1.3 %
United States
0.9 %
1.7 %
3.0 %
3.1 %
(0.8)%
0.9 %
Unemployment rate
Canada (2)
6.1 %
5.8 %
5.3 %
5.4 %
7.1 %
6.9 %
United States
4.1 %
4.0 %
3.2 %
3.2 %
5.4 %
4.9 %
Canadian Housing Price Index growth (2)
0.8 %
3.0 %
4.4 %
5.4 %
(7.8)%
0.4 %
Canadian household debt service ratio
15.5 %
14.8 %
14.9 %
14.5 %
16.1 %
15.0 %
West Texas Intermediate Oil Price (US$)
$
84
$
76
$
97
$
110
$
70
$
58
(1) The remaining forecast period is generally four years.
(2) National-level forward-looking forecasts are presented in the table above, which represent the aggregation of the provincial-level forecasts used to estimate our ECL.
Housing Price Index growth rates are also forecasted at the municipal level in some cases. As a result, the forecasts for individual provinces or municipalities reflected in
our ECL will differ from the national forecasts presented above.
As required, the forward-looking information used to estimate ECLs reflects our expectations as at October 31, 2024 and October 31, 2023,
respectively, and does not reflect changes in expectation as a result of economic forecasts that may have subsequently emerged. The base case,
upside case and downside case amounts shown represent the average value of the forecasts over the respective projection horizons.
Our underlying base case projection as at October 31, 2024 continues to be characterized by relatively slow real GDP growth in Canada for
the near term with the expectation of better economic growth in 2025 and beyond in response to interest rate reductions, and moderate growth in
the U.S. which has generally been more resilient to higher interest rates. Our base case assumes that interest rates will continue to decline until the
middle of calendar 2025, but remain at higher than pre-pandemic levels.
Our downside case forecast as at October 31, 2024 assumes slower growth and higher unemployment rates in Canada accompanied by a
modest housing market correction and lower consumer spending resulting from past interest rate hikes. The downside case forecast for the U.S.
assumes slow growth for calendar 2025. The downside forecasts also reflect slower recoveries thereafter to lower levels of sustained economic
activity and unemployment rates persistently above where they stood pre-pandemic. The upside scenario continues to reflect a better economic
environment than the base case forecast.
As indicated above, forecasting forward-looking information for multiple scenarios and determining the probability weighting of the scenarios
involves a high degree of management judgment. Assumptions concerning measures used by governments to ease inflationary pressures, the
economic impact from moderating interest rates, and geopolitical events are material to these forecasts.
If we were to only use our base case scenario for the measurement of ECL for our performing loans, our ECL allowance would be $246 million
lower than the recognized ECL as at October 31, 2024 (2023: $284 million). If we were to only use our downside case scenario for the measurement of
ECL for our performing loans, our ECL allowance would be $737 million higher than the recognized ECL as at October 31, 2024 (2023: $926 million).
This sensitivity is isolated to the measurement of ECL and therefore did not consider changes in the migration of exposures between stage 1 and stage 2
from the determination of the SICR that would have resulted in a 100% base case scenario or a 100% downside case scenario. As a result, our ECL
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allowance on performing loans could exceed the amount implied by the 100% downside case scenario from the migration of additional exposures from
stage 1 to stage 2. Actual credit losses could differ materially from those reflected in our estimates.
Use of management overlays
Management overlays to ECL allowance estimates are adjustments which we use in circumstances where we judge that our existing inputs,
assumptions and model techniques do not capture all relevant risk factors. The emergence of new macroeconomic or geopolitical events, along
with expected changes to parameters, models or data that are not incorporated in our current parameters, internal risk rating migrations, or forward-
looking information are examples of such circumstances. To address the uncertainties inherent in the current environment, we utilize management
overlays with respect to the impact of certain forward-looking information and credit metrics that are not expected to be as indicative of the credit
condition of the portfolios as the historical experience in our models would have otherwise suggested. The use of management overlays requires the
application of significant judgment that impacts the amount of ECL allowances recognized. Actual credit losses could differ materially from those
reflected in our estimates.
The following tables provide the gross carrying amount of loans, and the contractual amounts of undrawn credit facilities and other off-balance
sheet exposures based on our risk management PD bands for retail exposures, and based on our internal risk ratings for business and government
exposures. Refer to the “Credit risk” section of the MD&A for details on the CIBC risk categories.
Loans(1)
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3 (2)(3)
Total
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3 (2)(3)
Total
Residential mortgages
– Exceptionally low
$
160,515
$
6,130
$
–
$
166,645
$
150,022
$
14,999
$
–
$
165,021
– Very low
81,198
5,926
–
87,124
74,149
9,107
–
83,256
– Low
10,329
3,638
–
13,967
10,817
5,112
–
15,929
– Medium
851
6,534
–
7,385
322
4,980
–
5,302
– High
7
1,561
–
1,568
–
1,100
–
1,100
– Default
–
–
790
790
–
–
585
585
– Not rated
2,757
232
204
3,193
2,630
219
202
3,051
Gross residential mortgages (4)(5)
255,657
24,021
994
280,672
237,940
35,517
787
274,244
ECL allowance
89
126
234
449
90
142
224
456
Net residential mortgages
255,568
23,895
760
280,223
237,850
35,375
563
273,788
Personal
– Exceptionally low
16,689
83
–
16,772
18,785
3
–
18,788
– Very low
9,685
12
–
9,697
4,389
12
–
4,401
– Low
10,498
1,374
–
11,872
11,031
4,311
–
15,342
– Medium
3,848
1,822
–
5,670
1,165
3,062
–
4,227
– High
465
1,102
–
1,567
211
1,624
–
1,835
– Default
–
–
260
260
–
–
214
214
– Not rated
782
29
32
843
723
24
33
780
Gross personal (5)
41,967
4,422
292
46,681
36,304
9,036
247
45,587
ECL allowance
221
531
190
942
141
695
181
1,017
Net personal
41,746
3,891
102
45,739
36,163
8,341
66
44,570
Credit card
– Exceptionally low
7,185
–
–
7,185
4,279
–
–
4,279
– Very low
502
–
–
502
1,061
–
–
1,061
– Low
6,800
4
–
6,804
6,642
35
–
6,677
– Medium
3,853
1,512
–
5,365
2,626
2,953
–
5,579
– High
2
522
–
524
6
777
–
783
– Default
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
– Not rated
165
6
–
171
153
6
–
159
Gross credit card
18,507
2,044
–
20,551
14,767
3,771
–
18,538
ECL allowance
279
623
–
902
166
519
–
685
Net credit card
18,228
1,421
–
19,649
14,601
3,252
–
17,853
Business and government
– Investment grade
101,809
722
–
102,531
99,322
512
–
99,834
– Non-investment grade
97,131
9,000
–
106,131
91,920
7,190
–
99,110
– Watch list
25
3,745
–
3,770
101
4,478
–
4,579
– Default
–
–
1,628
1,628
–
–
1,956
1,956
– Not rated
230
15
–
245
192
15
–
207
Gross business and government (4)(6)
199,195
13,482
1,628
214,305
191,535
12,195
1,956
205,686
ECL allowance
211
1,021
392
1,624
253
824
667
1,744
Net business and government
198,984
12,461
1,236
212,681
191,282
11,371
1,289
203,942
Total net amount of loans
$
514,526
$
41,668
$
2,098
$
558,292
$
479,896
$
58,339
$
1,918
$
540,153
(1) The table excludes debt securities measured at FVOCI, for which ECL allowances of $19 million (2023: $22 million) were recognized in AOCI. In addition, the table
excludes debt securities classified at amortized cost, for which ECL allowances of $17 million were recognized as at October 31, 2024 (2023: $20 million). Other financial
assets classified at amortized cost were also excluded from the table above as their ECL allowances were immaterial as at October 31, 2024 and October 31, 2023.
Financial assets other than loans that are classified as amortized cost are presented on our consolidated balance sheet net of ECL allowances.
(2) Excludes foreclosed assets of $8 million (2023: $13 million), which were included in Other assets on our consolidated balance sheet.
(3) As at October 31, 2024, 93% (2023: 93%) of stage 3 impaired loans were either fully or partially collateralized.
(4) Includes $3 million (2023: $3 million) of residential mortgages and $221 million (2023: $270 million) of business and government loans that are measured and designated
at FVTPL.
(5) The internal risk rating grades presented for residential mortgages and certain personal loans do not take into account loan guarantees or insurance issued by the
Canadian government (federal or provincial), Canadian government agencies, or private insurers, as the determination of whether a SICR has occurred for these loans is
based on relative changes in the loans’ lifetime PD without considering collateral or other credit enhancements.
(6) Includes customers’ liability under acceptances of $6 million (2023: $10,816 million).
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Undrawn credit facilities and other off-balance sheet exposures
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Total
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Total
Retail
– Exceptionally low
$
164,577
$
117
$
–
$
164,694
$
159,254
$
7
$
–
$
159,261
– Very low
15,112
4
–
15,116
15,367
26
–
15,393
– Low
14,988
984
–
15,972
10,723
1,405
–
12,128
– Medium
2,263
1,280
–
3,543
1,256
986
–
2,242
– High
325
539
–
864
118
763
–
881
– Default
–
–
43
43
–
–
37
37
– Not rated
565
9
–
574
506
6
–
512
Gross retail
197,830
2,933
43
200,806
187,224
3,193
37
190,454
ECL allowance
42
52
–
94
48
86
–
134
Net retail
197,788
2,881
43
200,712
187,176
3,107
37
190,320
Business and government
– Investment grade
156,560
571
–
157,131
147,206
361
–
147,567
– Non-investment grade
66,788
3,018
–
69,806
56,707
2,097
–
58,804
– Watch list
28
878
–
906
7
1,000
–
1,007
– Default
–
–
123
123
–
–
161
161
– Not rated
1,117
91
–
1,208
614
30
–
644
Gross business and government
224,493
4,558
123
229,174
204,534
3,488
161
208,183
ECL allowance
54
40
9
103
41
40
–
81
Net business and government
224,439
4,518
114
229,071
204,493
3,448
161
208,102
Total net undrawn credit facilities and
other off-balance sheet exposures $
422,227
$
7,399
$
157
$
429,783
$
391,669
$
6,555
$
198
$
398,422
Net interest income after provision for credit losses
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Interest income
$
52,185
$
45,019
Interest expense
38,490
32,194
Net interest income
13,695
12,825
Provision for credit losses
2,001
2,010
Net interest income after provision for credit losses
$
11,694
$
10,815
Modified financial assets
As part of CIBC’s usual lending business, from time to time we may modify the contractual terms of loans classified as stage 2 and stage 3 for which
the borrower has experienced financial difficulties, through the granting of a concession in the form of below-market rates or terms that we would not
otherwise have considered.
During the year ended October 31, 2024, loans classified as stage 2 or stage 3 with an amortized cost of $655 million (2023: $1,422 million) before
modification were modified through the granting of a financial concession in response to the borrower having experienced financial difficulties. In
addition, the gross carrying amount of previously modified stage 2 or stage 3 loans that have returned to stage 1 during the year ended
October 31, 2024 was $274 million (2023: $500 million), including loans that were previously subject to the client deferral programs.
Note 6
Structured entities and derecognition of financial assets
Structured entities
SEs are entities that have been designed so that voting or similar rights are not the dominant factor in deciding who controls the entity, such as
when any voting rights relate to administrative tasks only and the relevant activities are directed by means of contractual arrangements. SEs are
entities that are created to accomplish a narrow and well-defined objective. CIBC is involved with various types of SEs for which the business
activities include securitization of financial assets, asset-backed financings, and asset management.
We consolidate a SE when the substance of the relationship indicates that we control the SE.
Consolidated structured entities
We consolidate the following SEs:
Credit card securitization trust
We sell ownership interests in a revolving pool of credit card receivables generated under certain credit card accounts to Cards II Trust (Cards II),
which purchases a proportionate share of credit card receivables on certain credit card accounts, with the proceeds received from the issuance of
notes. We consolidate this trust because we have the power to direct the relevant activities and have exposure to substantially all the variability of
returns from the excess spread (the deferred purchase price) that we receive over time.
Our credit card securitizations are revolving securitizations, with credit card receivable balances fluctuating from month to month as credit
card clients repay their balances and new receivables are generated.
The notes are presented as Secured borrowings within Deposits on the consolidated balance sheet.
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As at October 31, 2024, Cards II held $5.4 billion of credit card receivable assets and other eligible assets of $1.9 billion with an aggregated
fair value of $7.3 billion (2023: $6.9 billion with a fair value of $6.9 billion), which supported $4.3 billion of associated funding liabilities with a fair
value of $4.4 billion (2023: $4.0 billion with a fair value of $4.0 billion).
HELOC securitization trust
We sell co-ownership interests in a pool of home equity line of credit and loans (HELOC) to HELOCS Trust, which purchases the co-ownership
interests in these receivables using proceeds received from issuance of notes. The noteholders have recourse limited to the co-ownership interests
in the underlying pool of receivables.
We consolidate this trust as we have the power to direct the relevant activities of this trust and have exposure to substantially all the variability
of returns through our retained interest.
HELOC balances may fluctuate from month to month as clients repay their balances and additional HELOC may be added to the pool.
The notes are presented as Secured borrowings within Deposits on the consolidated balance sheet. As at October 31, 2024, HELOCS Trust
held $520 million of HELOC included in Personal Loans with an aggregated fair value of $520 million, which supported $500 million of associated
funding liabilities with a fair value of $512 million.
Covered bond guarantor
Under the Legislative Covered Bond Programme, we transfer a pool of conventional uninsured mortgages to the CIBC Covered Bond (Legislative)
Guarantor Limited Partnership (the Guarantor LP). The Guarantor LP holds interest and title to these transferred mortgages and serves to guarantee
payment of principal and interest to bondholders. The covered bond liabilities are on-balance sheet obligations that are fully collateralized by the
mortgage assets over which bondholders enjoy a priority claim in the event of CIBC’s insolvency. We consolidate this entity because we have the
ability to direct the relevant activities and retain substantially all of the variability of returns on the underlying mortgages.
As at October 31, 2024, our Legislative Covered Bond Programme had outstanding covered bond liabilities of $36.7 billion with a fair value
of $36.8 billion (2023: $31.4 billion with a fair value of $31.4 billion).
Multi-seller conduit
We sponsor a consolidated multi-seller conduit in Canada that acquires direct or indirect ownership or security interests in pools of financial assets
from clients and finance the acquisitions by issuing ABS and asset-backed commercial paper (ABCP). The sellers to the conduit continue to service
the assets and are exposed to credit losses realized on these assets through the provision of credit enhancements. We hold all of the outstanding
ABS and ABCP. As at October 31, 2024, $894 million of financial assets held by the conduit were included in Securities (2023: $671 million), of
which $84 million are measured at FVTPL (2023: $178 million) and $810 million at amortized cost (2023: $493 million), and $677 million were
included in Loans (2023: $811 million) on our consolidated balance sheet. These financial assets are related to third-party SEs and are included in
the non-consolidated SEs table below.
CIBC-managed investment funds
We establish and manage investment funds such as mutual funds and pooled funds. We act as an investment manager and earn market-based
management fees and, for certain pooled funds, performance fees which are generally based on the performance of the funds. Seed capital is
provided from time to time to CIBC-managed investment funds for initial launch. We consolidate those investment funds in which we have power to
direct the relevant activities of the funds and in which our seed capital, or our units held, is significant relative to the total variability of returns of the
funds such that we are deemed to be a principal rather than an agent. As at October 31, 2024, the total assets and non-controlling interests in
consolidated CIBC-managed investment funds were $141 million and $44 million, respectively (2023: $264 million and $69 million, respectively).
Non-controlling interests in consolidated CIBC-managed investment funds are included in Other liabilities as the investment fund units are
mandatorily redeemable at the option of the investor.
Community-based tax-advantaged investments
We sponsor certain SEs that invest in community development projects in the U.S. through the issuance of below-market loans that generate a
return primarily through the realization of tax credits. As at October 31, 2024, the program had outstanding loans of $132 million (2023: $129 million).
We consolidate these entities because we have the ability to direct the relevant activities and retain substantially all of the variability of returns on the
underlying loans.
Non-consolidated structured entities
The following SEs are not consolidated by CIBC because we do not have control over these SEs:
Single-seller and multi-seller conduits
We manage and administer a single-seller conduit and several CIBC-sponsored multi-seller conduits in Canada and the U.S. The multi-seller
conduits acquire direct or indirect ownership or security interests in pools of financial assets from our clients and finance the acquisitions by issuing
ABCP to investors. The single-seller conduit acquires financial assets and finances these acquisitions through a credit facility provided by a
syndicate of financial institutions. The sellers to the conduits may continue to service the assets. The sellers and/or third-party providers are
exposed to credit losses realized on these assets, through the provision of over-collateralization or another form of credit enhancement. As at
October 31, 2024, the total assets in the single-seller conduit and multi-seller conduits amounted to $0.6 billion and $16.9 billion, respectively
(2023: $0.5 billion and $13.4 billion, respectively).
We provide the multi-seller conduits with commercial paper backstop liquidity facilities. We may also provide securities distribution to
multi-seller conduits, and to both the single and multi-seller conduits with accounting, cash management, and operations services. The liquidity
facilities for the managed and administered multi-seller conduits require us to provide funding for ABCP not placed with external investors. We also
may purchase ABCP issued by the multi-seller conduits for market-making purposes and, in respect of our U.S. ABCP conduits, hold some of the
ABCP for voluntary risk retention purposes.
We are required to maintain certain short-term and/or long-term debt ratings with respect to the liquidity facilities that we provide to the
sponsored multi-seller conduits in Canada. If we are downgraded below the level specified under the terms of those facilities, we must provide
alternative satisfactory liquidity arrangements, such as procuring an alternative liquidity provider that meets the minimum rating requirements.
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We may also act as the counterparty to derivative contracts entered into by a multi-seller conduit in order to mitigate the interest rate, basis,
and currency risk within the conduit.
All fees earned in respect of activities with the conduits are on a market basis.
Third-party structured vehicles
We have investments in and provide loans, liquidity and credit facilities to third-party SEs. We also have investments in limited partnerships in which
we generally are a passive investor of the limited partnerships as a limited partner, and in some cases, we are the co-general partner and have
significant influence over the limited partnerships. Similar to other limited partners, we are obligated to provide funding up to our commitment level
to these limited partnerships.
Loan financing
We provide interim financing for the purpose of future securitization, and term senior financing to third-party SEs. The SE is established by a third-
party investor, who provides the initial investment into the SE (the equity investors). The senior financing enables the SE to purchase a loan portfolio
at the direction of a collateral manager during the warehousing phase of the securitization. The senior lenders are repaid by proceeds from the
issuance of debt securities to investors when the deal closes or by the cash flows from the repayment of the underlying assets held by the SE or
alternative financing obtained by the investor from third-party lenders.
Community Reinvestment Act investments
We hold debt and equity investments in limited liability entities to further our U.S. Community Reinvestment Act initiatives with a carrying value
of $715 million (2023: $555 million). These entities invest in qualifying community development projects, including affordable housing projects that
generate a return primarily by the realization of tax credits. Similar to other limited investors in these entities, we are obligated to provide funding up
to our commitment level to these limited liability entities. As at October 31, 2024, the total assets of these limited liability entities were $10.1 billion
(2023: $9.0 billion).
CIBC-managed investment funds
As indicated above, we establish investment funds, including mutual funds and pooled funds, to provide clients with investment opportunities and we
may receive management fees and performance fees. We may hold insignificant amounts of fund units in these CIBC-managed funds. We do not
consolidate these funds if we do not have significant variability of returns from our interests in these funds such that we are deemed to be an agent
through our capacity as the investment manager, rather than a principal. We do not guarantee the performance of CIBC-managed investment funds.
As at October 31, 2024, the total AUM in the non-consolidated CIBC-managed investment funds amounted to $165.1 billion (2023: $133.6 billion).
Capital vehicles
We purchase credit protection from capital vehicles on certain referenced loan assets, which issue guarantee-linked notes held only by third-party
investors. We do not consolidate the capital vehicles and the underlying loan assets remain on the consolidated balance sheet.
Our on-balance sheet amounts and maximum exposure to loss related to SEs that are not consolidated are set out in the table below. The maximum
exposure comprises the carrying value of unhedged investments, the notional amounts for liquidity and credit facilities, and the notional amounts
less accumulated fair value losses for unhedged written credit derivatives on SE reference assets. The impact of CVA is not considered in the table
below.
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024
Single-seller
and multi-seller
conduits
Third-party
structured
vehicles
Loan
financing
Other (1)
On-balance sheet assets at carrying value (2)
Cash and non-interest-bearing deposits with banks
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
727
Securities
276
4,052
–
741
Loans
101
872
10,640
305
Investments in equity-accounted associates and joint ventures
–
53
–
22
$
377
$
4,977
$
10,640
$
1,795
October 31, 2023
$
505
$
4,351
$
6,858
$
1,127
On-balance sheet liabilities at carrying value (2)
Deposits
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
730
Derivatives (3)
–
–
–
50
Other
–
–
–
270
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
1,050
October 31, 2023
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
654
Maximum exposure to loss, net of hedges
Investments and loans
$
377
$
4,977
$
10,640
$
1,068
Notional of written derivatives, less fair value losses
–
–
–
22
Liquidity, credit facilities and commitments
16,637 (4)
1,653
8,526
255
Less: hedges of investments, loans and written derivatives exposure
–
–
–
(22)
$
17,014
$
6,630
$
19,166
$
1,323
October 31, 2023
$
13,636
$
6,390
$
12,358
$
912
(1) Includes Community Reinvestment Act-related investment vehicles, CIBC-managed investment funds, Capital vehicles and third-party structured vehicles related to
structured credit run-off.
(2) Excludes SEs established by CMHC, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Ginnie Mae, FHLB, Federal Farm Credit Bank, and Student Loan Marketing Association.
(3) Comprises written credit default swaps (CDS) and total return swaps (TRS) under which we assume exposures. Excludes foreign exchange derivatives, interest rate
derivatives and other derivatives provided as part of normal client facilitation.
(4) Excludes an additional $6.2 billion (2023: $4.3 billion) relating to our backstop liquidity facilities provided to the multi-seller conduits as part of their commitment to fund
purchases of additional assets. Also excludes $276 million (2023: $414 million) of our direct investments in the multi-seller conduits which we consider investment
exposure.
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We also hold investments in a variety of third-party investment funds, which include, but are not limited to, exchange-traded funds, mutual funds,
and investment trusts. We buy and sell units of these investment funds as part of trading activities or client facilitation businesses that are managed
as part of larger portfolios. We generally are a passive investor and are not the investment manager in any of these investment funds. We are not the
sponsor of any third-party investment funds, nor do we have the power over key decision-making activities of the funds. Our maximum exposure to
loss from our investments is limited to the carrying amounts of our investments and any unutilized commitment we have provided to these funds. In
addition, we issue certain structured notes and enter into equity derivatives that are referenced to the return of certain investment funds.
Accordingly, we do not include our interests in these third-party investment funds in the table above.
Derecognition of financial assets
We enter into transactions in the normal course of business in which we transfer recognized financial assets directly to third parties, but retain
substantially all of the risks and rewards of those assets. The risks include credit, interest rate, foreign exchange, prepayment and other price risks
whereas the rewards include income streams associated with the assets. Due to the retention of risks, the transferred financial assets are not
derecognized and such transfers are accounted for as secured borrowing transactions.
The majority of our financial assets transferred to non-consolidated entities that do not qualify for derecognition are: (i) residential mortgage
loans under securitization transactions; (ii) securities held by counterparties as collateral under repurchase agreements; and (iii) securities lent
under securities lending agreements.
Residential mortgage securitizations
We securitize fully insured fixed- and variable-rate residential mortgage pools through the creation of National Housing Act (NHA) MBS under the
NHA MBS Program, sponsored by CMHC. Under the Canada Mortgage Bond Program, sponsored by CMHC, we sell MBS to a government-
sponsored securitization trust that issues securities to investors. We do not consolidate the securitization trust. We may act as a counterparty in
interest rate swap agreements where we pay the trust the interest due to investors and receive the interest on the MBS. We have also sold MBS
directly to CMHC under the Government of Canada’s Insured Mortgage Purchase Program.
The sale of mortgage pools that comprise the NHA MBS does not qualify for derecognition as we retain prepayment, credit, and interest rate
risks associated with the mortgages, which represent substantially all the risks and rewards. As a result, the mortgages remain on our consolidated
balance sheet and are carried at amortized cost. We also recognize the cash proceeds from the securitization as Deposits – Secured borrowings.
Securities held by counterparties as collateral under repurchase agreements
We enter into arrangements whereby we sell securities but enter into simultaneous arrangements to repurchase the securities at a fixed price on a
future date, thereby retaining substantially all the risks and rewards. As a result, the securities remain on our consolidated balance sheet.
Securities lent for cash collateral or for securities collateral
We enter into arrangements whereby we lend securities but with arrangements to receive the securities at a future date, thereby retaining
substantially all the risks and rewards. As a result, the securities remain on our consolidated balance sheet.
The following table provides the carrying amount and fair value of transferred financial assets that did not qualify for derecognition and the
associated financial liabilities:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Carrying
amount
Fair value
Carrying
amount
Fair
value
Residential mortgage securitizations (1)
$
14,612
$
14,598
$
14,227
$
13,959
Securities held by counterparties as collateral under repurchase agreements (2)
72,433
72,433
49,794
49,794
Securities lent for cash collateral (2)
2,637
2,637
2,716
2,716
Securities lent for securities collateral (2)
21,712
21,712
24,355
24,355
$
111,394
$
111,380
$
91,092
$
90,824
Associated liabilities (3)
$
111,704
$
111,655
$
90,901
$
90,868
(1) Consists mainly of Canadian residential mortgage loans transferred to Canada Housing Trust. Certain cash in transit balances related to the securitization process
amounting to $410 million (2023: $541 million) have been applied to reduce these balances.
(2) Does not include over-collateralization of assets pledged. Repurchase and securities lending arrangements are conducted with both CIBC-owned and third-party assets
on a pooled basis. The carrying amounts represent an estimated allocation related to the transfer of our own financial assets.
(3) Includes the obligation to return off-balance sheet securities collateral on securities lent and fair value hedge basis adjustments.
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Note 7
Property and equipment
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
Right-of-
use assets
Land and
buildings (1)
Computer
equipment
Office furniture,
equipment
and other (1)
Leasehold
improvements (1)
Total
2024
Cost
Balance at beginning of year
$
2,692
$
804
$
1,054
$
875
$
1,572
$
6,997
Additions (2)
267
31
101
117
107
623
Disposals (3)
(31)
(5)
(69)
(38)
(12)
(155)
Adjustments (4)
5
1
1
2
3
12
Balance at end of year
$
2,933
$
831
$
1,087
$
956
$
1,670
$
7,477
2023
Balance at end of year
$
2,692
$
804
$
1,054
$
875
$
1,572
$
6,997
2024
Accumulated depreciation
Balance at beginning of year
$
1,050
$
345
$
879
$
523
$
949
$
3,746
Depreciation
269
16
87
56
86
514
Disposals (3)
(31)
(3)
(69)
(34)
(10)
(147)
Adjustments (4)
2
1
–
2
–
5
Balance at end of year
$
1,290
$
359
$
897
$
547
$
1,025
$
4,118
2023
Balance at end of year
$
1,050
$
345
$
879
$
523
$
949
$
3,746
Net book value
As at October 31, 2024
$
1,643
$
472
$
190
$
409
$
645
$
3,359
As at October 31, 2023
$
1,642
$
459
$
175
$
352
$
623
$
3,251
(1)
Includes $196 million (2023: $172 million) of work-in-progress not subject to depreciation.
(2)
Includes impact of lease modifications.
(3)
Includes write-offs of fully depreciated assets.
(4)
Includes foreign currency translation adjustments.
Cost of net additions and disposals during the year was: Canadian Personal and Business Banking net additions of $246 million (2023: net additions
of $215 million); Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management net additions of $21 million (2023: net disposals of $5 million);
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management net additions of $64 million (2023: net additions of $23 million); Capital Markets and Direct
Financial Services net additions of $30 million (2023: net additions of $9 million); and Corporate and Other net additions of $107 million (2023: net
disposals of $199 million).
Note 8
Goodwill, software and other intangible assets
Goodwill
The carrying amount of goodwill is reviewed for impairment annually as at August 1 and whenever there are events or changes in circumstances
which indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. Goodwill is allocated to CGUs for the purposes of impairment testing based on the
lowest level for which identifiable cash inflows are largely independent of cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets. The goodwill
impairment test is performed by comparing the recoverable amount of the CGU to which goodwill has been allocated with the carrying amount of
the CGU including goodwill, with any deficiency recognized as impairment to goodwill. The recoverable amount of a CGU is defined as the higher of
its estimated fair value less cost to sell and value in use.
We have two significant CGUs to which goodwill has been allocated. The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill are allocated to each
CGU as follows:
CGUs
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
Canadian
Wealth
Management
U.S. Commercial
Banking and
Wealth
Management
Other
Total
2024
Balance at beginning of year
$
884
$
4,300
$
241
$
5,425
Impairment
–
–
–
–
Adjustments (1)
–
18
–
18
Balance at end of year
$
884
$
4,318
$
241
$
5,443
2023
Balance at beginning of year
$
884
$
4,224
$
240
$
5,348
Impairment
–
–
–
–
Adjustments (1)
–
76
1
77
Balance at end of year
$
884
$
4,300
$
241
$
5,425
(1) Includes foreign currency translation adjustments.
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Impairment testing of goodwill and key assumptions
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
The recoverable amount of the U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management CGU (including The PrivateBank and Geneva Advisors) is based
on a value in use calculation using a five-year cash flow projection approved by management, and an estimate of the capital required to be
maintained to support ongoing operations.
We have determined that for the impairment testing performed as at August 1, 2024, the estimated recoverable amount of the U.S. Commercial
Banking and Wealth Management CGU was in excess of its carrying amount. As a result, no impairment charge was recognized during 2024.
A terminal growth rate of 4.5% as at August 1, 2024 (August 1, 2023: 4.5%) was applied to the years after the five-year forecast. All of the
forecasted cash flows were discounted at an after-tax rate of 10.0% as at August 1, 2024 (11.6% pre-tax) which we believe to be a risk-adjusted
discount rate appropriate to U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management (we used an after-tax rate of 10.3% as at August 1, 2023). The
determination of a discount rate and a terminal growth rate require the exercise of judgment. The discount rate was determined based on the
following primary factors: (i) the risk-free rate; (ii) an equity risk premium; and (iii) beta adjustment to the equity risk premium based on a review of
betas of comparable publicly traded financial institutions in the region. The terminal growth rate was based on management’s expectations of real
growth and forecasted inflation rates.
If alternative reasonably possible changes in key assumptions were applied, the result of the impairment test would not differ.
Estimation of the recoverable amount is an area of significant judgment. The recoverable amount is estimated using an internally developed
model which requires the use of significant assumptions including forecasted earnings, a discount rate, a terminal growth rate and forecasted
regulatory capital requirements. Reductions in the estimated recoverable amount could arise from various factors, such as reductions in forecasted
cash flows, an increase in the assumed level of required capital, and any adverse changes to the discount rate or terminal growth rate either in
isolation or in any combination thereof.
Canadian Wealth Management
The recoverable amount of the Canadian Wealth Management CGU is based on a fair value less cost to sell calculation. The fair value is estimated
using an earnings-based approach whereby the forecasted earnings are based on the Wealth Management internal plan which was approved by
management and covers a three-year period. The calculation incorporates the forecasted earnings multiplied by an earnings multiple derived from
observable price-to-earnings multiples of comparable wealth management institutions. The price-to-earnings multiples of those comparable wealth
management institutions ranged from 5.7 to 12.4 as at August 1, 2024 (August 1, 2023: 6.0 to 11.6).
We have determined that the estimated recoverable amount of the Wealth Management CGU was in excess of its carrying amount as at
August 1, 2024. As a result, no impairment charge was recognized during 2024.
If alternative reasonably possible changes in key assumptions were applied, the result of the impairment test would not differ.
Other
The goodwill relating to the Other CGUs, which includes the CIBC Caribbean CGU, is comprised of amounts which individually are not considered
to be significant. We have determined that for the impairment testing performed as at August 1, 2024, the estimated recoverable amount of each of
these CGUs was in excess of their carrying amounts.
Allocation to strategic business units
Goodwill of $5,443 million (2023: $5,425 million) is allocated to the SBUs as follows: Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management of
$954 million (2023: $954 million), Corporate and Other of $100 million (2023: $100 million), U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management of
$4,318 million (2023: $4,300 million), Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services of $64 million (2023: $64 million), and Canadian Personal and
Business Banking of $7 million (2023: $7 million).
Software and other intangible assets
The carrying amount of indefinite-lived intangible assets is provided in the following table:
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
Contract
based (1)
Brand name (2)
Total
2024
Balance at beginning of year
$
116
$
–
$
116
Impairment
–
–
–
Balance at end of year
$
116
$
–
$
116
2023
Balance at beginning of year
$
116
$
27
$
143
Impairment
–
(27)
(27)
Balance at end of year
$
116
$
–
$
116
(1) Represents management contracts purchased as part of past acquisitions.
(2) Acquired as part of the CIBC Caribbean acquisition. On October 31, 2023, CIBC Caribbean announced its intent to rebrand as CIBC, and we therefore recognized an
impairment charge of $27 million in Corporate and Other related to the impairment of the indefinite-lived brand name intangible asset.
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The components of finite-lived software and other intangible assets are as follows:
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
Software (1)
Core deposit
intangibles (2)
Contract
based
Customer
relationships (3)
Total
2024
Gross carrying amount
Balance at beginning of year
$
5,610
$
55
$
21
$
474
$
6,160
Additions
741
–
–
–
741
Disposals (4)
(650)
(2)
(10)
(94)
(756)
Adjustments (5)
4
–
–
1
5
Balance at end of year
$
5,705
$
53
$
11
$
381
$
6,150
2023
Balance at end of year
$
5,610
$
55
$
21
$
474
$
6,160
2024
Accumulated amortization
Balance at beginning of year
$
3,243
$
39
$
14
$
238
$
3,534
Amortization and impairment (4)
561
6
5
49
621
Disposals (4)
(615)
(2)
(10)
(94)
(721)
Adjustments (5)
1
–
–
1
2
Balance at end of year
$
3,190
$
43
$
9
$
194
$
3,436
2023
Balance at end of year
$
3,243
$
39
$
14
$
238
$
3,534
Net book value
As at October 31, 2024
$
2,515
$
10
$
2
$
187
$
2,714
As at October 31, 2023
$
2,367
$
16
$
7
$
236
$
2,626
(1) Includes $1,062 million (2023: $1,021 million) of work-in-progress not subject to amortization.
(2) Acquired as part of the acquisition of The PrivateBank.
(3) Represents customer relationships associated with past acquisitions including of the Canadian Costco credit card portfolio in 2022.
(4) Includes write-offs of fully amortized assets.
(5) Includes foreign currency translation.
Net additions and disposals of gross carrying amount during the year were: Canadian Personal and Business Banking net additions of $1 million
(2023: net additions of nil); Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management net disposals of $1 million (2023: net disposals of $10 million);
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management net disposals of $55 million (2023: net disposals of $255 million); Capital Markets and Direct
Financial Services net additions of $1 million (2023: net additions of nil); and Corporate and Other net additions of $39 million (2023: net additions of
$361 million).
Note 9
Other assets
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Accrued interest receivable
$
4,213
$
3,502
Defined benefit asset (Note 17)
1,378
1,055
Precious metals (1)
4,195
2,481
Brokers’ client accounts
7,967
7,452
Current tax receivable
2,611
2,729
Other prepayments
588
607
Derivative collateral receivable
7,067
6,846
Accounts receivable
1,238
851
Other (2)(3)
1,605
2,136
$
30,862
$
27,659
(1) Includes gold and silver bullion that are measured at fair value using unadjusted market prices quoted in active markets.
(2) Includes investments in subleases of $625 million as at October 31, 2024 (2023: $671 million). For the year ended October 31, 2024, finance income related to our
investments in subleases was $43 million (2023: $46 million). Future lease payments receivable are $518 million over the next five years, and $437 million thereafter until
expiry of the subleases.
(3) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
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Note 10
Deposits(1)(2)
$ millions, as at October 31
Payable on
demand (3)
Payable after
notice (4)
Payable on a
fixed date (5)(6)
2024
Total
2023
Total
Personal
$
14,093
$
134,132
$
104,669
$
252,894
$
239,035
Business and government (7)
105,191
113,982
216,326
435,499
412,561
Bank
10,340
249
9,420
20,009
22,296
Secured borrowings (8)
–
–
56,455
56,455
49,484
$
129,624
$
248,363
$
386,870
$
764,857
$
723,376
Comprises:
Held at amortized cost
$
725,849
$
687,737
Designated at fair value
39,008
35,639
$
764,857
$
723,376
Total deposits include: (9)
Non-interest-bearing deposits
Canada
$
84,460
$
84,165
U.S.
12,927
12,816
Other international
5,691
5,821
Interest-bearing deposits
Canada
526,186
488,490
U.S.
101,141
95,109
Other international
34,452
36,975
$
764,857
$
723,376
(1) Includes deposits of $288.4 billion (2023: $258.4 billion) denominated in U.S. dollars and deposits of $52.9 billion (2023: $53.6 billion) denominated in other foreign
currencies.
(2) Net of purchased notes of $0.6 billion (2023: $1.6 billion).
(3) Includes all deposits for which we do not have the right to require notice of withdrawal. These deposits are generally chequing accounts.
(4) Includes all deposits for which we can legally require notice of withdrawal. These deposits are generally savings accounts.
(5) Includes all deposits that mature on a specified date. These deposits are generally term deposits, guaranteed investment certificates, and similar instruments.
(6) Includes $61.1 billion (2023: $60.8 billion) of deposits which are subject to the bank recapitalization (bail-in) conversion regulations issued by the Department of Finance
Canada. These regulations provide certain statutory powers to the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation, including the ability to convert specified eligible shares and
liabilities of CIBC into common shares in the event that CIBC is determined to be non-viable.
(7) Includes $15.5 billion (2023: $14.6 billion) of structured note liabilities that were sold upon issuance to third-party financial intermediaries, who may resell the notes to retail
investors in foreign jurisdictions.
(8) Comprises liabilities issued by or as a result of activities associated with the securitization of residential mortgages, Covered Bond Programme, and consolidated
securitization vehicles.
(9) Classification is based on geographical location of the CIBC office.
Note 11
Other liabilities
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Accrued interest payable
$
4,982
$
4,530
Defined benefit liability (Note 17)
460
462
Gold and silver certificates
158
119
Brokers’ client accounts
5,951
5,907
Derivative collateral payable
4,459
3,381
Negotiable instruments
1,079
1,228
Accrued employee compensation and benefits
3,899
2,580
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
3,202
2,804
Other (1)(2)
5,965
5,642
$
30,155
$
26,653
(1) Includes the carrying value of our lease liabilities, which was $2,028 million as at October 31, 2024 (2023: $2,018 million). The undiscounted cash flows related to the
contractual maturity of our lease liabilities is $346 million for the period less than 1 year, $1,066 million between years 1-5, and $1,058 million thereafter until expiry of the
leases. During the year ended October 31, 2024, interest expense on lease liabilities was $72 million (2023: $67 million).
(2) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Note 12
Derivative instruments
As described in Note 1, in the normal course of business, we use various derivative instruments for both trading and ALM purposes. These
derivatives limit, modify or give rise to varying degrees and types of risk.
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Assets
Liabilities
Assets
Liabilities
Trading (Note 2)
$
33,485
$
39,847
$
30,807
$
40,609
ALM (Note 2) (1)
2,950
807
2,436
681
$
36,435
$
40,654
$
33,243
$
41,290
(1) Comprised of derivatives that qualify for hedge accounting under IAS 39 and derivatives used for economic hedges.
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Derivatives used by CIBC
The majority of our derivative contracts are OTC transactions, which consist of: (i) contracts that are bilaterally negotiated and settled between CIBC
and the counterparty to the contract; and (ii) contracts that are bilaterally negotiated and then cleared through a central counterparty (CCP).
Bilaterally negotiated and settled contracts are usually traded under a standardized International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA)
agreement with collateral posting arrangements between CIBC and its counterparties. Terms are negotiated directly with counterparties and the
contracts have industry-standard settlement mechanisms prescribed by ISDA. Centrally cleared contracts are generally bilaterally negotiated and
then novated to, and cleared through, a CCP. The industry promotes the use of CCPs to clear OTC trades. The central clearing of derivative
contracts generally facilitates the reduction of credit exposures due to the ability to net settle offsetting positions. Consequently, derivative contracts
cleared through CCPs generally attract less capital relative to those settled with non-CCPs.
The remainder of our derivative contracts are exchange-traded derivatives, which are standardized in terms of their amounts and settlement
dates, and are bought and sold on organized and regulated exchanges. These exchange-traded derivative contracts consist primarily of options
and futures.
Interest rate derivatives
Forward rate agreements are OTC contracts that effectively fix a future interest rate for a period of time. A typical forward rate agreement provides
that at a pre-determined future date, a cash settlement will be made between the counterparties based upon the difference between a contracted
rate and a market rate to be determined in the future, calculated on a specified notional principal amount. No exchange of principal amount takes
place. Certain forward rate agreements are bilaterally transacted and then novated and settled through a clearing house which acts as a CCP.
Interest rate swaps are OTC contracts in which two counterparties agree to exchange cash flows over a period of time based on rates applied
to a specified notional principal amount. A typical interest rate swap would require one counterparty to pay a fixed market interest rate in exchange
for a variable market interest rate determined from time to time, with both calculated on a specified notional principal amount. No exchange of
principal amount takes place. Certain interest rate swaps are bilaterally transacted and then novated and settled through a clearing house which
acts as a CCP.
Interest rate options are contracts in which one party (the purchaser of an option) acquires from another party (the writer of an option), in
exchange for a premium, the right, but not the obligation, to either buy or sell, on a specified future date or within a specified time, a specified
financial instrument at a contracted price. The underlying financial instrument has a market price which varies in response to changes in interest
rates. Options are transacted in both OTC and exchange-traded markets.
Interest rate futures are standardized contracts transacted on an exchange. They are based upon an agreement to buy or sell a specified
quantity of a financial instrument on a specified future date, at a contracted price. These contracts differ from forward rate agreements in that they
are in standard amounts with standard settlement dates and are transacted through an exchange.
Foreign exchange derivatives
Foreign exchange forwards are OTC contracts in which one counterparty contracts with another to exchange a specified amount of one currency for
a specified amount of a second currency, at a future date or range of dates.
Foreign exchange futures contracts are similar in mechanics to foreign exchange forward contracts except that they are in standard currency
amounts with standard settlement dates and are transacted through an exchange.
Foreign exchange swap contracts comprise foreign exchange swaps and cross-currency interest rate swaps. Foreign exchange swaps are
transactions in which a currency is simultaneously purchased in the spot market and sold for a different currency in the forward market, or vice
versa. Cross-currency interest rate swaps are transactions in which counterparties exchange principal and interest flows in different currencies over
a period of time. These contracts are used to manage both currency and interest rate exposures.
Credit derivatives
Credit derivatives are OTC contracts designed to transfer the credit risk in an underlying financial instrument (usually termed as a reference asset)
from one counterparty to another. The most common credit derivatives are CDS and certain TRS.
CDS contracts provide protection against the decline in value of a reference asset as a result of specified credit events such as default or
bankruptcy. These derivatives are similar in structure to an option whereby the purchaser pays a premium to the seller of the CDS contract in return
for payment contingent on the occurrence of a credit event. The protection purchaser has recourse to the protection seller for the difference
between the face value of the CDS contract and the fair value of the reference asset at the time of settlement. Neither the purchaser nor the seller
under the CDS contract has recourse to the entity that issued the reference asset. Certain CDS contracts are cleared through a CCP.
In credit derivative TRS contracts, one counterparty agrees to pay or receive cash amounts based on the returns of a reference asset,
including interest earned on these assets in exchange for amounts that are based on prevailing market funding rates. These cash settlements are
made regardless of whether there is a credit event. Upon the occurrence of a credit event, the parties may either exchange cash payments
according to the value of the defaulted assets or exchange cash based on the notional amount for physical delivery of the defaulted assets.
Equity derivatives
Equity swaps are OTC contracts in which one counterparty agrees to pay, or receive from the other, cash amounts based on changes in the value of
a stock index, a basket of stocks or a single stock in exchange for amounts that are based either on prevailing market funding rates or changes in
the value of a different stock index, basket of stocks or a single stock. These contracts generally include payments in respect of dividends.
Equity options give the purchaser of the option, for a premium, the right, but not the obligation, to buy from or sell to the writer of an option, an
underlying stock index, basket of stocks, or a single stock at a contracted price. Options are transacted in both OTC and exchange markets.
Equity index futures are standardized contracts transacted on an exchange. They are based on an agreement to pay or receive a cash
amount based on the difference between the contracted price level of an underlying stock index and its corresponding market price level at a
specified future date. There is generally no actual delivery of stocks that comprise the underlying index. These contracts are in standard amounts
with standard settlement dates.
Precious metal and other commodity derivatives
We also transact in other derivative products, including commodity forwards, futures, swaps and options, such as precious metal and
energy-related products in both OTC and exchange markets.
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Notional amounts
The notional amounts are not recorded as assets or liabilities, as they represent the face amount of the contract to which a rate or price is applied to
determine the amount of cash flows to be exchanged. In most cases, notional amounts do not represent the potential gain or loss associated with
market or credit risk of such instruments.
The following table presents the notional amounts of derivative instruments:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Residual term to contractual maturity
Less
than
1 year
1 to
5 years
Over
5 years
Total
notional
amounts
Trading
ALM
Trading
ALM
Interest rate derivatives
Over-the-counter
Forward rate agreements
$
9,357 $
118 $
–
$
9,475 $
9,420 $
55 $
8,802
$
1,246
Centrally cleared forward rate agreements
85,320
3,379
–
88,699
88,699
–
88,710
–
Swap contracts
44,245
154,361
93,414
292,020
273,138
18,882
264,672
16,365
Centrally cleared swap contracts
2,213,143
2,338,530
1,175,370
5,727,043
4,805,504
921,539
4,395,595
735,655
Purchased options
38,488
9,575
353
48,416
47,772
644
29,906
864
Written options
43,354
9,791
1,087
54,232
54,189
43
29,005
88
2,433,907
2,515,754
1,270,224
6,219,885
5,278,722
941,163
4,816,690
754,218
Exchange-traded
Futures contracts
13,516
2,602
–
16,118
16,112
6
43,600
30
Purchased options
1,069
–
–
1,069
1,069
–
1,502
–
Written options
4,069
–
–
4,069
4,069
–
2
–
18,654
2,602
–
21,256
21,250
6
45,104
30
Total interest rate derivatives
2,452,561
2,518,356
1,270,224
6,241,141
5,299,972
941,169
4,861,794
754,248
Foreign exchange derivatives
Over-the-counter
Forward contracts
844,731
20,484
714
865,929
851,206
14,723
636,536
8,007
Swap contracts
191,480
288,812
159,178
639,470
567,930
71,540
516,001
74,788
Purchased options
70,395
1,763
22
72,180
72,180
–
35,005
21
Written options
81,633
1,429
–
83,062
82,384
678
41,981
1,072
1,188,239
312,488
159,914
1,660,641
1,573,700
86,941
1,229,523
83,888
Exchange-traded
Futures contracts
352
–
–
352
352
–
64
–
Purchased options
67
–
–
67
67
–
185
–
Written options
292
–
–
292
292
–
289
–
711
–
–
711
711
–
538
–
Total foreign exchange derivatives
1,188,950
312,488
159,914
1,661,352
1,574,411
86,941
1,230,061
83,888
Credit derivatives
Over-the-counter
Credit default swap contracts – protection
purchased
1,411
1,073
317
2,801
2,782
19
1,854
19
Centrally cleared credit default swap
contracts – protection purchased
49
2,393
629
3,071
3,071
–
748
–
Credit default swap contracts – protection sold
314
497
125
936
936
–
1,736
–
Centrally cleared credit default swap
contracts – protection sold
43
1,277
423
1,743
1,743
–
1,263
–
Total credit derivatives
1,817
5,240
1,494
8,551
8,532
19
5,601
19
Equity derivatives
Over-the-counter
103,002
62,227
1,093
166,322
163,965
2,357
166,539
1,380
Exchange-traded
121,217
37,254
870
159,341
159,341
–
121,614
–
Total equity derivatives
224,219
99,481
1,963
325,663
323,306
2,357
288,153
1,380
Precious metal and other commodity derivatives
Over-the-counter
55,798
26,678
1,011
83,487
83,474
13
62,400
2
Centrally cleared commodity derivatives
118
218
–
336
336
–
469
–
Exchange-traded
22,830
9,080
184
32,094
32,094
–
31,590
–
Total precious metal and other commodity derivatives
78,746
35,976
1,195
115,917
115,904
13
94,459
2
Total notional amount of which:
$
3,946,293 $
2,971,541 $
1,434,790
$
8,352,624 $
7,322,125 $
1,030,499 $
6,480,068
$
839,537
Over-the-counter (1)
3,782,881
2,922,605
1,433,736
8,139,222
7,108,729
1,030,493
6,281,222
839,507
Exchange-traded
163,412
48,936
1,054
213,402
213,396
6
198,846
30
(1) For OTC derivatives that are not centrally cleared, $2,152.6 billion (2023: $1,757.1 billion) are with counterparties that have two-way collateral posting arrangements,
$55.6 billion (2023: $44.6 billion) are with counterparties that have one-way collateral posting arrangements, and $110.1 billion (2023: $96.6 billion) are with counterparties
that have no collateral posting arrangements. Counterparties with whom we have more than insignificant OTC derivative portfolios and one-way collateral posting
arrangements are either sovereign entities or supra national financial institutions.
Risk
In the following sections, we discuss the risks related to the use of derivatives and how we manage these risks.
Market risk
Derivatives are financial instruments where valuation is linked to changes in interest rates, foreign exchange rates, equity, commodity, credit prices,
volatilities, indices or other underlying factors. Changes in value as a result of the aforementioned risk factors are referred to as market risk.
Market risk arising from derivative trading activities is managed in order to mitigate risk in line with CIBC’s risk appetite. To manage market
risk, we set market risk limits and may enter into hedging transactions.
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Credit risk
Credit risk arises from the potential for a counterparty to default on its contractual obligations and the possibility that prevailing market conditions are
such that a loss would occur in replacing the defaulted transaction.
We limit the credit risk of OTC derivatives through the use of ISDA master netting agreements, collateral, CCPs and other credit mitigation
techniques. We clear eligible derivatives through CCPs in accordance with various global initiatives. Where feasible, we novate existing bilaterally
negotiated and settled derivatives to a CCP in an effort to reduce CIBC’s credit risk exposure. We establish counterparty credit limits and limits for
CCP exposures based on a counterparty’s creditworthiness and the type of trading relationship with each counterparty (underlying agreements,
business volumes, product types, tenors, etc.).
We negotiate netting agreements to contain the build-up of credit exposure resulting from multiple transactions with more active
counterparties. Such agreements provide for the simultaneous close-out and netting of all transactions with a counterparty, in the case of a
counterparty default. A number of these agreements incorporate a Credit Support Annex, which is a bilateral security agreement that, among other
things, provides for the exchange of collateral between parties in the event that one party’s exposure to the other exceeds agreed upon thresholds.
Credit risk on exchange-traded futures and options is limited, as these transactions are standardized contracts executed on established
exchanges, whose CCPs assume the obligations of both counterparties. Similarly, swaps that are centrally cleared represent limited credit risk
because these transactions are novated to the CCP, which assumes the obligations of the original bilateral counterparty. All exchange-traded and
centrally cleared contracts are subject to initial margin and daily settlement of variation margins, designed to protect participants from losses
incurred from a counterparty default.
A CVA is determined using the fair value based exposure we have on derivative contracts. We believe that we have made appropriate fair
value adjustments to date. The establishment of fair value adjustments involves estimates that are based on accounting processes and judgments
by management. We evaluate the adequacy of the fair value adjustments on an ongoing basis. Market and economic conditions relating to
derivative counterparties may change in the future, which could result in significant future losses.
The following table summarizes our credit exposure arising from derivatives, which includes the current replacement cost, credit equivalent amount
and risk-weighted amount.
For the majority of OTC derivative transactions, we use the internal model method (IMM) for the determination of the EAD, using models that
simulate the underlying risk factors and reflect netting and collateral agreements. For the minority of derivative transactions where we do not have
regulatory approval to use IMM, we used the standardized approach for counterparty credit risk (SA-CCR).
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Current replacement cost (1)
Credit
equivalent
amount (2)
Risk-
weighted
amount
Current replacement cost (1)
Credit
equivalent
amount (2)
Risk-
weighted
amount
Trading
ALM
Total
Trading
ALM
Total
Interest rate derivatives
Over-the-counter
Forward rate agreements
$
2 $
1 $
3
$
31
$
15 $
1 $
– $
1 $
7
$
2
Swap contracts
1,070
131
1,201
3,016
710
1,152
36
1,188
2,540
656
Purchased options
22
1
23
68
24
5
–
5
29
14
Written options
2
1
3
20
6
1
–
1
18
7
1,096
134
1,230
3,135
755
1,159
36
1,195
2,594
679
Exchange-traded
2
–
2
35
1
1
–
1
78
2
1,098
134
1,232
3,170
756
1,160
36
1,196
2,672
681
Foreign exchange derivatives
Over-the-counter
Forward contracts
1,923
308
2,231
5,985
2,010
1,551
369
1,920
5,123
1,753
Swap contracts
326
512
838
2,818
482
413
499
912
2,885
794
Purchased options
183
–
183
498
171
202
–
202
495
227
Written options
19
–
19
165
52
31
–
31
162
58
2,451
820
3,271
9,466
2,715
2,197
868
3,065
8,665
2,832
Exchange-traded
–
–
–
499
20
–
–
–
585
23
2,451
820
3,271
9,965
2,735
2,197
868
3,065
9,250
2,855
Credit derivatives
Over-the-counter
Credit default swap contracts
– protection purchased
2
–
2
121
14
2
4
6
105
18
– protection sold
–
–
–
18
4
10
–
10
34
15
2
–
2
139
18
12
4
16
139
33
Equity derivatives
Over-the-counter
365
59
424
4,179
1,048
385
10
395
3,972
952
Exchange-traded
1,364
–
1,364
5,502
161
351
–
351
3,147
103
1,729
59
1,788
9,681
1,209
736
10
746
7,119
1,055
Precious metal and other
commodity derivatives
Over-the-counter
1,165
30
1,195
2,406
956
1,553
–
1,553
2,763
1,205
Exchange-traded
83
–
83
1,930
77
13
–
13
2,069
83
1,248
30
1,278
4,336
1,033
1,566
–
1,566
4,832
1,288
RWA related to non-trade exposures
to central counterparties
414
337
RWA related to CVA capital charge (3)
3,381
5,949
Total derivatives
$
6,528 $
1,043 $
7,571
$
27,291
$
9,546 $
5,671 $
918 $
6,589 $
24,012
$
12,198
(1) Current replacement cost reflects the current mark-to-market (MTM) value of derivatives offset by eligible financial collateral, where present.
(2) Under IMM, expected effective positive exposure (EEPE) is used, which computes, through simulation, the expected exposures with consideration to the expected
movements in underlying risk factor and netting/collateral agreements. The EAD is calculated as EEPE multiplied by the prescribed alpha factor of 1.4. The EAD under
SA-CCR is calculated as the sum of replacement cost and potential future exposure, multiplied by the prescribed alpha factor of 1.4.
(3) 2024 reflects the implementation of Basel III reforms related to market risk and CVA.
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The following table presents the current replacement cost of derivatives by geographic region based on the location of the derivative counterparty:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Canada
U.S.
Other
countries
Total
Canada
U.S.
Other
countries
Total
Derivative instruments
By counterparty type
Financial institutions
$
1,389
$
1,826
$
1,102
$
4,317
$
1,509
$
1,029
$
651
$
3,189
Governments
796
–
54
850
829
–
51
880
Corporate
1,524
409
471
2,404
853
1,168
499
2,520
Total derivative instruments
$
3,709
$
2,235
$
1,627
$
7,571
$
3,191
$
2,197
$
1,201
$
6,589
Note 13
Designated accounting hedges
Hedge accounting
We apply hedge accounting as part of managing the market risk of certain non-trading portfolios arising from changes due to interest rates, foreign
exchange rates, and equity market prices. See the shaded sections in “Non-trading activities” in the MD&A for further information on our risk
management strategy for these risks. See Note 12 for further information on the derivatives used by CIBC.
Interest rate risk
The majority of our derivative contracts used to hedge certain exposures to benchmark interest rate risk are interest rate swaps. For fair value
hedges, we convert our fixed interest rate exposures from the hedged financial instruments to floating interest rate exposures. For cash flow
hedges, we convert certain exposures to cash flow variability from our variable rate instruments to fixed interest rate exposures.
Foreign currency risk
For our fair value hedges, we mainly use various combinations of cross-currency interest rate swaps and interest rate swaps to hedge our
exposures to foreign currency risk together with interest rate risk, converting our fixed foreign currency rate exposures to floating functional currency
rate exposures.
For our cash flow hedges, the majority of our derivative contracts are used to hedge our exposures to cash flow variability arising from
fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, and mainly consist of cross-currency interest rate swaps.
For NIFO hedges, we use a combination of foreign denominated deposit liabilities and foreign exchange forwards to manage our foreign
currency exposure of our NIFOs with a functional currency other than the Canadian dollar.
Equity price risk
We use cash-settled TRS in designated cash flow hedge relationships to hedge changes in CIBC’s share price in respect of certain cash-settled
share-based compensation awards. Note 16 provides details on our cash-settled share-based compensation plans.
For the hedge relationships described above, hedge effectiveness is assessed at the inception of the hedge relationship and on an ongoing basis,
primarily using the dollar offset method. The sources of hedge ineffectiveness are mainly attributed to the following:
•
Utilization of hedging instruments that have a non-zero fair value at the inception of the hedge relationship;
•
Differences in fixed rates, when contractual coupons of the fixed rate hedged items are designated;
•
Differences in the discounting factors between the hedged item and the hedging instruments arising from different rate reset frequencies and
timing of cash flows; and
•
Differences in the discount curves to determine the basis adjustments of the hedged items and the fair value of the hedging derivatives,
including from the application of CVA to the valuation of derivatives when they are applicable.
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Designated hedging instruments
The following table provides a summary of financial instruments designated as hedging instruments:
Notional
amount of
the hedging
instrument (1)
Maturity range
Fair value of the
hedging derivatives
Gains (losses) on
changes in fair value
used for calculating
hedge ineffectiveness
$ millions, as at October 31
Less than
1 year
1-5
years
Over 5
years
Assets
Liabilities
2024
Cash flow hedges
Foreign exchange risk
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
$
29,207
$
14,559
$
14,648
$
–
$
1,008
$
366
$
713
Interest rate risk
Interest rate swaps
41,233
1,462
38,178
1,593
–
8
1,625
Equity share price risk
Equity swaps
2,087
1,810
277
–
156
3
920
$
72,527
$
17,831
$
53,103
$
1,593
$
1,164
$
377
$
3,258
NIFO hedges
Foreign exchange risk
Foreign exchange forwards
$
7,658
$
7,658
$
–
$
–
$
15
$
106
$
(51)
Deposits (2)
32,084
32,084
–
–
n/a
n/a
(216)
$
39,742
$
39,742
$
–
$
–
$
15
$
106
$
(267)
Fair value hedges
Interest rate risk
Interest rate swaps
$
267,334
$
118,011
$
117,322
$
32,001
$
77
$
926
$
(2,116)
Foreign exchange / interest rate risk
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
41,491
13,249
25,647
2,595
1,617
758
51
Interest rate swaps
21,336
6,591
14,257
488
–
15
694
$
330,161
$
137,851
$
157,226
$
35,084
$
1,694
$
1,699
$
(1,371)
$
442,430
$
195,424
$
210,329
$
36,677
$
2,873
$
2,182
$
1,620
2023
Cash flow hedges
Foreign exchange risk
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
$
30,110
$
15,853
$
14,257
$
–
$
884
$
796
$
609
Interest rate risk
Interest rate swaps
38,508
5,542
32,775
191
–
76
(649)
Equity share price risk
Equity swaps
1,227
499
728
–
3
100
(288)
$
69,845
$
21,894
$
47,760
$
191
$
887
$
972
$
(328)
NIFO hedges
Foreign exchange risk
Foreign exchange forwards
$
2,603
$
2,603
$
–
$
–
$
86
$
133
$
(63)
Deposits (2)
31,816
31,816
–
–
n/a
n/a
(775)
$
34,419
$
34,419
$
–
$
–
$
86
$
133
$
(838)
Fair value hedges
Interest rate risk
Interest rate swaps
$
209,012
$
60,917
$
93,141
$
54,954
$
73
$
1,125
$
1,531
Foreign exchange / interest rate risk
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
43,676
15,413
21,510
6,753
1,340
1,440
(73)
Interest rate swaps
25,689
13,127
9,619
2,943
–
39
326
$
278,377
$
89,457
$
124,270
$
64,650
$
1,413
$
2,604
$
1,784
$
382,641
$
145,770
$
172,030
$
64,841
$
2,386
$
3,709
$
618
(1) For some hedge relationships, we apply a combination of derivatives to hedge the underlying exposures; therefore, the notional amounts of the derivatives generally
exceed the carrying amount of the hedged items.
(2) Notional amount represents the principal amount of deposits as at October 31, 2024 and October 31, 2023.
n/a Not applicable.
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The following table provides the average rate or price of the hedging derivatives:
As at October 31
Average
exchange rate (1)
Average fixed
interest rate (1)
Average
share price
2024
Cash flow hedges
Foreign exchange risk
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
AUD – CAD
0.91
n/a
n/a
EUR – CAD
1.47
n/a
n/a
GBP – CAD
1.70
n/a
n/a
Interest rate risk
Interest rate swaps
n/a
CAD
3.44 %
n/a
n/a
USD
4.09 %
n/a
Equity share price risk
Equity swaps
n/a
n/a
$
72.68
NIFO hedges
Foreign exchange risk
Foreign exchange forwards
AUD – CAD
0.92
n/a
n/a
HKD – CAD
0.18
n/a
n/a
Fair value hedges
Interest rate risk
Interest rate swaps
n/a
CAD
3.71 %
n/a
Foreign exchange / interest rate risk
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
EUR – CAD
1.46
0.63 %
n/a
CHF – CAD
1.38
n/a
n/a
USD – CAD
1.32
2.06 %
n/a
Interest rate swaps
n/a
CHF
0.23 %
n/a
n/a
EUR
0.89 %
n/a
n/a
GBP
0.82 %
n/a
2023
Cash flow hedges
Foreign exchange risk
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
AUD – CAD
0.90
n/a
n/a
EUR – CAD
1.44
n/a
n/a
GBP – CAD
1.68
n/a
n/a
Interest rate risk
Interest rate swaps
n/a
CAD
3.81 %
n/a
n/a
USD
4.86 %
n/a
Equity share price risk
Equity swaps
n/a
n/a
$
66.46
NIFO hedges
Foreign exchange risk
Foreign exchange forwards
AUD – CAD
0.89
n/a
n/a
HKD – CAD
0.18
n/a
n/a
Fair value hedges
Interest rate risk
Interest rate swaps
n/a
CAD
3.41 %
n/a
Foreign exchange / interest rate risk
Cross-currency interest rate swaps
EUR – CAD
1.46
0.38 %
n/a
CHF – CAD
1.38
n/a
n/a
USD – CAD
1.34
3.86 %
n/a
Interest rate swaps
n/a
CHF
0.23 %
n/a
n/a
EUR
0.82 %
n/a
n/a
GBP
0.84 %
n/a
(1) Includes average foreign exchange rates and interest rates relating to significant hedging relationships.
n/a Not applicable.
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Designated hedged items
The following table provides information on designated hedged items:
Carrying amount of
the hedged item
Accumulated amount of
fair value hedge adjustments
on the hedged item
Gains (losses) on
change in fair
value used for
calculating hedge
ineffectiveness
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
Assets
Liabilities
Assets
Liabilities
2024
Cash flow hedges (1)
Foreign exchange risk
Deposits
$
–
$
16,524
n/a
n/a
$
(710)
Interest rate risk
Loans
41,233
–
n/a
n/a
(1,622)
Equity share price risk
Share-based payment
–
2,074
n/a
n/a
(920)
$
41,233
$
18,598
n/a
n/a
$
(3,252)
NIFO hedges
$
39,742
$
–
n/a
n/a
$
267
Fair value hedges (2)
Interest rate risk
Securities
$
72,816
$
–
$
(115)
$
–
$
3,446
Loans
51,302
–
770
–
1,057
Deposits
–
133,104
–
(1,142)
(2,135)
Subordinated indebtedness
–
6,189
–
96
(207)
Foreign exchange / interest rate risk
Deposits
–
21,531
–
(733)
(741)
$
124,118
$
160,824
$
655
$
(1,779)
$
1,420
2023
Cash flow hedges (1)
Foreign exchange risk
Deposits
$
–
$
16,010
n/a
n/a
$
(609)
Interest rate risk
Loans
38,508
–
n/a
n/a
650
Equity share price risk
Share-based payment
–
1,106
n/a
n/a
288
$
38,508
$
17,116
n/a
n/a
$
329
NIFO hedges
$
34,419
$
–
n/a
n/a
$
838
Fair value hedges (2)
Interest rate risk
Securities
$
58,605
$
–
$
(3,830)
$
–
$
(1,655)
Loans
43,475
–
(683)
–
(297)
Deposits
–
90,317
–
(3,278)
329
Subordinated indebtedness
–
4,206
–
(97)
76
Foreign exchange / interest rate risk
Deposits
–
21,087
–
(1,447)
(255)
$
102,080
$
115,610
$
(4,513)
$
(4,822)
$
(1,802)
(1) As at October 31, 2024, the amount remaining in AOCI related to discontinued cash flow hedges was a net loss of $198 million (2023: net loss of $641 million).
(2) As at October 31, 2024, the accumulated fair value hedge net liability adjustment remaining on the consolidated balance sheet related to discontinued fair value hedges
was $286 million (2023: net liability adjustment of $159 million).
n/a Not applicable.
Hedge accounting gains (losses) in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
Beginning
balance of
AOCI – hedge
reserve (after-tax)
Change in
the value of the
hedging instrument
recognized in
OCI (before-tax)
Amount
reclassified from
accumulated
OCI to income
(before-tax) (1)
Tax
benefit
(expense)
Ending balance
of AOCI
hedge reserve
(after-tax)
Hedge
ineffectiveness
gains (losses)
recognized
in income
2024
Cash flow hedges
Foreign exchange risk
$
(27)
$
710
$
(701)
$
(2)
$
(20)
$
3
Interest rate risk
(970)
1,622
270
(526)
396
3
Equity share price risk
(29)
920
(696)
(62)
133
–
$
(1,026)
$
3,252
$
(1,127)
$
(590)
$
509
$
6
NIFO hedges – foreign exchange risk
Hedges of net investment in foreign operations
$
(2,948)
$
(267)
$
–
$
–
$
(3,215)
$
–
2023
Cash flow hedges
Foreign exchange risk
$
(13)
$
609
$
(628)
$
5
$
(27)
$
–
Interest rate risk
(655)
(649)
200
134
(970)
1
Equity share price risk
6
(288)
240
13
(29)
–
$
(662)
$
(328)
$
(188)
$
152
$
(1,026)
$
1
NIFO hedges – foreign exchange risk
Hedges of net investment in foreign operations
$
(2,136)
$
(838)
$
–
$
26
$
(2,948)
$
–
(1) During the year ended October 31, 2024, the amount reclassified from AOCI to net income for cash flow hedges of forecasted transactions that were no longer expected to
occur was nil (2023: nil).
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Hedge accounting gains (losses) in the consolidated statement of income
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
Gains (losses)
on the hedging
instruments
Gains (losses) on
the hedged items
attributable
to hedged risk
Hedge
ineffectiveness
gains (losses)
recognized in income
2024
Fair value hedges
Interest rate risk
$
(2,116)
$
2,161
$
45
Foreign exchange / interest rate risk
745
(741)
4
$
(1,371)
$
1,420
$
49
2023
Fair value hedges
Interest rate risk
$
1,531
$
(1,547)
$
(16)
Foreign exchange / interest rate risk
253
(255)
(2)
$
1,784
$
(1,802)
$
(18)
Note 14
Subordinated indebtedness
The debt issues included in the table below are outstanding unsecured obligations of CIBC and its subsidiaries and are subordinated to the claims
of depositors and other creditors as set out in their terms. Foreign currency denominated indebtedness funds foreign currency denominated assets.
All redemptions are subject to regulatory approval.
Terms of subordinated indebtedness
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Earliest date redeemable
Interest
rate %
Contractual
maturity date
At greater of
Canada Yield Price (1)
and par
At par
Denominated
in foreign
currency
Par
value
Carrying
value (2)
Par
value
Carrying
value (2)
5.75 (3)
July 11, 2024 (4)
TT$175 million
$
–
$
–
$
36
$
36
8.70
May 25, 2029 (4)
25
31
25
30
2.95 (5)(6)
June 19, 2029
June 19, 2024
–
–
1,500
1,501
2.01 (5)(7)
July 21, 2030
July 21, 2025
1,000
979
1,000
793
11.60
January 7, 2031
January 7, 1996
200
186
200
200
1.96 (5)(8)
April 21, 2031
April 21, 2026
1,000
958
1,000
1,000
10.80
May 15, 2031
May 15, 2021
150
140
150
145
4.20 (5)(9)
April 7, 2032
April 7, 2027
1,000
993
1,000
945
8.70
May 25, 2032 (4)
25
33
25
31
5.33 (5)(10)
January 20, 2033
January 20, 2028
1,000
1,060
1,000
918
5.35 (5)(11)
April 20, 2033
April 20, 2028
750
750
750
750
8.70
May 25, 2033 (4)
25
34
25
32
5.30 (5)(12)
January 16, 2034
January 16, 2029
1,250
1,250
–
–
4.90 (5)(13)
June 12, 2034
June 12, 2029
1,000
1,000
–
–
8.70
May 25, 2035 (4)
25
35
25
33
Floating (14)
July 31, 2084
July 27, 1990
US$38 million
53
53
53
53
Floating (15)
August 31, 2085
August 20, 1991
US$10 million
13
13
13
13
7,516
7,515
6,802
6,480
Subordinated indebtedness sold short (held) for trading purposes
(50)
(50)
3
3
$
7,466
$
7,465
$
6,805
$
6,483
(1)
Canada Yield Price: a price calculated at the time of redemption to provide a yield to maturity equal to the yield of a Government of Canada bond of appropriate maturity
plus a pre-determined spread.
(2)
Carrying values of fixed-rate subordinated indebtedness notes reflect the impact of interest rate hedges in an effective hedge relationship.
(3)
On July 11, 2024, we redeemed all $36 million (TT$175 million) of the 5.75% Debentures due July 11, 2024, issued by FirstCaribbean International Bank (Trinidad &
Tobago) Limited, guaranteed on a subordinated basis by CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited. In accordance with their terms, the Debentures were redeemed at 100% of their
principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon.
(4)
Not redeemable prior to maturity date.
(5)
Debentures are also subject to a non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) provision, necessary for the Debentures to qualify as Tier 2 regulatory capital under Basel III. As
such, the Debentures are automatically converted into common shares upon the occurrence of a Trigger Event as described in the capital adequacy guidelines. In such
an event, the Debentures are convertible into a number of common shares, determined by dividing 150% of the par value plus accrued and unpaid interest by the
average common share price (as defined in the relevant prospectus supplements) subject to a minimum price of $2.50 per share (subject to adjustment in certain events
as defined in the relevant prospectus supplements).
(6)
On June 19, 2024, we redeemed all $1.5 billion of our 2.95% Debentures due June 19, 2029. In accordance with their terms, the Debentures were redeemed at 100% of
their principal amount, together with accrued and unpaid interest thereon.
(7)
Interest rate is fixed at the indicated rate until the earliest date redeemable at par by CIBC and, thereafter, at a rate of 1.28% above the three-month Canadian dollar
bankers’ acceptance rate or an appropriate alternative rate.
(8)
Interest rate is fixed at the indicated rate until the earliest date redeemable at par by CIBC and, thereafter, at a rate of 0.56% above the three-month Canadian dollar
bankers’ acceptance rate or an appropriate alternative rate.
(9)
Interest rate is fixed at the indicated rate until the earliest date redeemable at par by CIBC and, thereafter, at Daily Compounded Canadian Overnight Repo Rate
Average (CORRA) plus 1.69%.
(10)
Interest rate is fixed at the indicated rate until the earliest date redeemable at par by CIBC and, thereafter, at Daily Compounded CORRA plus 2.37%.
(11)
Interest rate is fixed at the indicated rate until the earliest date redeemable at par by CIBC and, thereafter, at Daily Compounded CORRA plus 2.23%.
(12)
Interest rate is fixed at the indicated rate until the earliest date redeemable at par by CIBC and, thereafter, at Daily Compounded CORRA plus 2.02%.
(13)
Interest rate is fixed at the indicated rate until the earliest date redeemable at par by CIBC and, thereafter, at Daily Compounded CORRA plus 1.56%.
(14)
Interest rate is based on the six-month US$ LIBOR plus 0.25%. After June 30, 2023, we used the six-month US$ LIBOR published on Bloomberg using an
unrepresentative “synthetic” methodology, as per the April 3, 2023 FCA announcement.
(15)
Interest rate is based on the six-month US$ LIBOR plus 0.125%. After June 30, 2023, we used the six-month US$ LIBOR published on Bloomberg using an
unrepresentative “synthetic” methodology, as per the April 3, 2023 FCA announcement.
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Note 15
Common and preferred shares and other equity instruments
The following table presents the number of common and preferred shares outstanding and dividends paid, and other equity instruments and
distributions paid thereon:
Common and preferred shares outstanding and other equity instruments
$ millions, except number of shares and per share
amounts, as at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Shares outstanding
Dividends and
distributions paid
Shares outstanding
Dividends and
distributions paid
Number
of shares
Amount
Amount
$ per
share
Number
of shares
Amount
Amount
$ per
share
Common shares
942,285,419
$
17,009
$
3,382
$
3.60
931,078,785
$
16,080
$
3,149
$
3.44
Class A Preferred Shares
Series 39 (1)
–
–
11
0.70
16,000,000
400
15
0.93
Series 41
12,000,000
300
12
0.98
12,000,000
300
12
0.98
Series 43
12,000,000
300
9
0.79
12,000,000
300
9
0.79
Series 47
18,000,000
450
27
1.47
18,000,000
450
25
1.38
Series 49 (2)
–
–
8
0.65
13,000,000
325
17
1.30
Series 51 (3)
–
–
10
0.97
10,000,000
250
13
1.29
Series 56
600,000
600
44
73.65
600,000
600
49
82.12
Series 57
500,000
500
22
42.92
–
–
–
–
$
2,150
$
143
$
2,625
$
140
Treasury shares – common shares (4)
9,179
$
2
20,156
$
2
Treasury shares – preferred shares (4)
(3,778)
(4)
(18)
–
Other Equity Instruments (5)
Limited recourse capital notes Series 1
$
750
$
33
4.375 %
$
750
$
33
4.375 %
Limited recourse capital notes Series 2
$
750
$
30
4.000 %
$
750
$
30
4.000 %
Limited recourse capital notes Series 3
$
800
$
57
7.150 %
$
800
$
64
7.150 %
Limited recourse capital notes Series 4
$
500
$
–
6.987 %
$
–
$
–
(1) Series 39 preferred shares were redeemed at par value for a total price of $400 million on July 31, 2024.
(2) Series 49 preferred shares were redeemed at par value for a total price of $325 million on April 30, 2024.
(3) Series 51 preferred shares were redeemed at par value for a total price of $250 million on July 31, 2024.
(4) A long position in our own shares is shown as a negative number, which reduces the number of shares outstanding. A short position is shown as a positive number, which
adds to the number of shares outstanding. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for the accounting policy on treasury shares.
(5) See the “Limited Recourse Capital Notes (LRCNs)” section below for details.
Common shares
CIBC’s authorized capital consists of an unlimited number of common shares, without nominal or par value.
Common shares issued
$ millions, except number of shares, as at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Number
of shares
Amount
Number
of shares
Amount
Balance at beginning of year
931,098,941
$
16,082
906,040,097
$
14,726
Issuance pursuant to:
Equity-settled share-based compensation plans (1)
2,593,751
148
548,516
27
Shareholder investment plan (2)
10,986,157
698
21,455,322
1,155
Employee share purchase plan (3)
2,626,726
173
3,081,055
176
947,305,575
$
17,101
931,124,990
$
16,084
Purchase of common shares for cancellation
(5,000,000)
(90)
–
–
Treasury shares
(10,977)
–
(26,049)
(2)
Balance at end of year
942,294,598
$
17,011
931,098,941
$
16,082
(1) Includes the settlement of contingent consideration related to prior acquisitions.
(2) Commencing with the dividends paid on July 29, 2024, common shares received by participants were issued from Treasury without a discount. Previously, effective from
January 27, 2023, common shares received by participants under the Dividend reinvestment and Stock dividend options within the Shareholder investment plan were
issued from Treasury at a 2% discount to the Average Market Price as defined in the Shareholder investment plan.
(3) Commencing October 11, 2024, employee contributions to our Canadian ESPP were invested to acquire common shares in the open market. Previously, these shares were
issued from Treasury.
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Common shares reserved for issue
As at October 31, 2024, 22,773,705 common shares (2023: 25,367,456) were reserved for future issue pursuant to stock option plans, 33,960,700
common shares (2023: 44,946,857) were reserved for future issue pursuant to the Shareholder Investment Plan, 3,731,131 common shares (2023:
6,357,857) were reserved for future issue pursuant to the ESPP and other activities, and 6,318,544,500 common shares (2023: 5,825,898,000) were
reserved for future issue pursuant to instruments which include an NVCC provision requiring conversion into common shares upon the occurrence
of a Trigger Event as described in the capital adequacy guidelines.
Normal course issuer bid (NCIB)
On September 6, 2024, we announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange had accepted the notice of our intention to commence a normal course
issuer bid. Purchases under this bid will be completed upon the earlier of: (i) CIBC purchasing 20 million common shares; (ii) CIBC providing a
notice of termination; or (iii) September 9, 2025. 5,000,000 common shares have been purchased and cancelled during the quarter at an average
price of $83.75 for a total amount of $419 million.
Preferred shares and other equity instruments
Preferred shares
CIBC is authorized to issue an unlimited number of Class A Preferred Shares and Class B Preferred Shares without nominal or par value, issuable in
series, provided that, for each class of preferred shares, the maximum aggregate consideration for all outstanding shares at any time does not
exceed $10 billion. There are no Class B Preferred Shares currently outstanding.
Terms of Class A Preferred Shares
Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 41, 43, 47, 56, and 57 (NVCC) are redeemable instruments, subject to regulatory
approval, for cash by CIBC on or after the specified redemption dates at the cash redemption prices indicated in the terms of the preferred shares.
These preferred shares are compound instruments with both equity and liability features as payments of dividends and principal in cash are made
at our discretion. The liability component has a nominal value and, as a result, the full proceeds received upon issuance have been presented as
equity on the consolidated balance sheet, and any dividend payments paid thereon are accounted for as equity distributions.
Outstanding as at October 31, 2024
Semi-annually
dividends per share (1)
Quarterly
dividends per share (1)
Earliest specified
redemption date
Cash redemption
price per share
Series 41
$
0.244313
January 31, 2025
$
25.00
Series 43
0.196438
July 31, 2025
25.00
Series 47
0.367375
January 31, 2028
25.00
Series 56
$
36.825000
September 28, 2027
1,000.00
Series 57
36.685800
March 12, 2029
1,000.00
(1) Dividends may be adjusted depending on the timing of issuance or redemption.
Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 41 (NVCC) (Series 41 shares)
On December 16, 2014, we issued 12 million Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 41 (NVCC) (Series 41 shares) with a par
value of $25.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $300 million. The dividend was reset to 3.909%, payable quarterly as and when declared by the
Board, effective for the five-year period commencing January 31, 2020. On January 31, 2025, and on January 31 every five years thereafter, the
dividend rate will reset to be equal to the then current five-year Government of Canada bond yield plus 2.24%.
Holders of the Series 41 shares had the right to convert their shares on a one-for-one basis into Non-cumulative Floating Rate Class A
Preferred Shares Series 42 (NVCC) (Series 42 shares), subject to certain conditions, on January 31, 2020. As the conditions for conversion were not
met, no Series 42 shares were issued, and all of the Series 41 shares remain outstanding. Holders of the Series 41 shares will have the right to
convert their shares on a one-for-one basis into Series 42 shares, subject to certain conditions, on January 31, 2025 and on January 31 every five
years thereafter. Holders of the Series 42 shares will be entitled to receive a quarterly floating rate dividend, if declared, equal to the three-month
Government of Canada Treasury Bill yield plus 2.24%. Holders of the then outstanding Series 42 shares may convert their shares on a one-for-one
basis into Series 41 shares, subject to certain conditions, on January 31, 2030 and on January 31 every five years thereafter.
Subject to regulatory approval and certain provisions of the shares, we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 41 shares at
par on January 31, 2025 and on January 31 every five years thereafter; we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 42 shares at
par on January 31, 2030 and on January 31 every five years thereafter.
Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 43 (NVCC) (Series 43 shares)
On March 11, 2015, we issued 12 million Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 43 (NVCC) (Series 43 shares) with a par value
of $25.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $300 million. The dividend was reset to 3.143%, payable quarterly as and when declared by the Board,
effective for the five-year period commencing July 31, 2020. On July 31, 2025, and on July 31 every five years thereafter, the dividend rate will reset
to be equal to the then current five-year Government of Canada bond yield plus 2.79%.
Holders of the Series 43 shares had the right to convert their shares on a one-for-one basis into Non-cumulative Floating Rate Class A
Preferred Shares Series 44 (NVCC) (Series 44 shares), subject to certain conditions, on July 31, 2020. As the conditions for conversion were not
met, no Series 44 shares were issued, and all of the Series 43 shares remain outstanding. Holders of the Series 43 shares will have the right to
convert their shares on a one-for-one basis into Series 44 shares, subject to certain conditions, on July 31, 2025 and on July 31 every five years
thereafter. Holders of the Series 44 shares will be entitled to receive a quarterly floating rate dividend, if declared, equal to the three-month
Government of Canada Treasury Bill yield plus 2.79%. Holders of the then outstanding Series 44 shares may convert their shares on a one-for-one
basis into Series 43 shares, subject to certain conditions, on July 31, 2030 and on July 31 every five years thereafter.
Subject to regulatory approval and certain provisions of the shares, we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 43 shares at
par on July 31, 2025 and on July 31 every five years thereafter; we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 44 shares at par on
July 31, 2030 and on July 31 every five years thereafter.
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Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 47 (NVCC) (Series 47 shares)
On January 18, 2018, we issued 18 million Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 47 (NVCC) (Series 47 shares) with a par
value of $25.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $450 million. The dividend was reset to 5.878%, payable quarterly as and when declared by the
Board, effective for the five-year period commencing January 31, 2023. On January 31, 2028, and on January 31 every five years thereafter, the
dividend rate will reset to be equal to the then current five-year Government of Canada bond yield plus 2.45%.
Holders of the Series 47 shares will have the right to convert their shares on a one-for-one basis into Non-cumulative Floating Rate Class A
Preferred Shares Series 48 (NVCC) (Series 48 shares), subject to certain conditions, on January 31, 2023 and on January 31 every five years
thereafter. Holders of the Series 48 shares will be entitled to receive a quarterly floating rate dividend, if declared, equal to the three-month
Government of Canada Treasury Bill yield plus 2.45%. Holders of the then outstanding Series 48 shares may convert their shares on a one-for-one
basis into Series 47 shares, subject to certain conditions, on January 31, 2028 and on January 31 every five years thereafter.
Subject to regulatory approval and certain provisions of the shares, we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 47 shares at
par on January 31, 2028 and on January 31 every five years thereafter; we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 48 shares at
par on January 31, 2033 and on January 31 every five years thereafter.
Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 56 (NVCC) (Series 56 shares)
On September 16, 2022, we issued 600,000 Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 56 (NVCC) (Series 56 shares) with a par
value of $1,000.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $600 million. For the initial five-year period to October 28, 2027, the Series 56 shares pay
semi-annual cash dividends on the 28th day of April and October in each year, as declared, at a rate of 7.365%. On October 28, 2027, and on
October 28 every five years thereafter, the dividend rate will reset to be equal to the then current five-year Government of Canada bond yield
plus 4.20%.
Subject to regulatory approval and certain provisions of the shares, we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 56 shares at
par during the period from September 28, 2027 to and including October 28, 2027 and during the period from September 28 to and including
October 28 every five years thereafter.
Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 57 (NVCC) (Series 57 shares)
On March 12, 2024, we issued 500,000 Non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series 57 (NVCC) (Series 57 shares) with a par
value of $1,000.00 per share, for gross proceeds of $500 million. For the initial five-year period to April 12, 2029, the Series 57 shares pay
semi-annual cash dividends on the 12th day of April and October in each year, as declared, at a rate of 7.337%. The first dividend was paid on
October 12, 2024. On April 12, 2029, and on April 12 every five years thereafter, the dividend rate will reset to be equal to the then current five-year
Government of Canada bond yield plus 3.90%.
Subject to regulatory approval and certain provisions of the shares, we may redeem all or any part of the then outstanding Series 57 shares at
par during the period from March 12, 2029 to and including April 12, 2029 and during the period from March 12 to and including April 12 every
five years thereafter.
Limited Recourse Capital Notes (LRCNs)
The LRCNs are compound instruments with both equity and liability features as payments of interest and principal in cash are made at our
discretion, as the sole recourse of each Note holder in the event of non-payment will be limited to that holder’s proportionate share of the
non-cumulative Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares Series held in the CIBC LRCN Limited Recourse Trust (Limited Recourse Trust). The liability
component of the LRCNs has a nominal value and, as a result, the full proceeds received upon the issuance of the LRCNs have been presented as
equity on the consolidated balance sheet, and any interest payments paid thereon are accounted for as equity distributions.
4.375% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 1 (NVCC) (subordinated indebtedness) (LRCN Series 1 Notes)
On September 16, 2020, we issued $750 million principal amount of 4.375% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 1 (NVCC) (subordinated
indebtedness). The LRCN Series 1 Notes mature on October 28, 2080, and bear interest at a fixed rate of 4.375% per annum (paid semi-annually)
until October 28, 2025. Starting on October 28, 2025, and every five years thereafter until October 28, 2075, the interest rate will be reset to the then
current five-year Government of Canada bond yield plus 4.000% per annum.
Concurrently with the issuance of the LRCN Series 1 Notes, we issued Non-Cumulative 5-Year Fixed Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares
Series 53 (NVCC) (Series 53 shares), which are held in the Limited Recourse Trust that is consolidated by CIBC, and as a result, the Series 53
Preferred Shares are eliminated in CIBC’s consolidated financial statements. In the event of non-payment by CIBC of the principal amount of,
interest on, or redemption price for the LRCN Series 1 Notes when due, the sole remedy of each LRCN Series 1 Note holder is limited to that
holder’s proportionate share of the Series 53 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust.
Subject to regulatory approval, we may redeem the LRCN Series 1 Notes, in whole or in part, every five years during the period from
September 28 to and including October 28, commencing in 2025, at par.
4.000% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 2 (NVCC) (subordinated indebtedness) (LRCN Series 2 Notes)
On September 14, 2021, we issued $750 million principal amount of 4.000% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 2 (NVCC) (subordinated
indebtedness). The LRCN Series 2 Notes mature on January 28, 2082, and bear interest at a fixed rate of 4.000% per annum (paid semi-annually)
until January 28, 2027. Starting on January 28, 2027, and every five years thereafter until January 28, 2077, the interest rate will be reset to the then
current five-year Government of Canada bond yield plus 3.102% per annum.
Concurrently with the issuance of the LRCN Series 2 Notes, we issued Non-Cumulative 5-Year Fixed Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares
Series 54 (NVCC) (Series 54 shares), which are held in the Limited Recourse Trust that is consolidated by CIBC, and as a result, the Series 54
Preferred Shares are eliminated in CIBC’s consolidated financial statements. In the event of non-payment by CIBC of the principal amount of,
interest on, or redemption price for the LRCN Series 2 Notes when due, the sole remedy of each LRCN Series 2 Note holder is limited to that
holder’s proportionate share of the Series 54 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust.
Subject to regulatory approval, we may redeem the LRCN Series 2 Notes, in whole or in part, every five years during the period from
December 28 to and including January 28, commencing on December 28, 2026, at par.
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7.150% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 3 (NVCC) (subordinated indebtedness) (LRCN Series 3 Notes)
On June 15, 2022, we issued $800 million principal amount of 7.150% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 3 (NVCC) (subordinated indebtedness).
The LRCN Series 3 Notes mature on July 28, 2082, and bear interest at a fixed rate of 7.150% per annum (paid semi-annually) until July 28, 2027.
Starting on July 28, 2027, and every five years thereafter until July 28, 2077, the interest rate will be reset to the then current five-year Government of
Canada bond yield plus 4.000% per annum.
Concurrently with the issuance of the LRCN Series 3 Notes, we issued Non-Cumulative 5-Year Fixed Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares
Series 55 (NVCC) (Series 55 shares), which are held in the Limited Recourse Trust that is consolidated by CIBC and, as a result, the Series 55
Preferred Shares are eliminated in CIBC’s consolidated financial statements. In the event of non-payment by CIBC of the principal amount of,
interest on, or redemption price for the LRCN Series 3 Notes when due, the sole remedy of each LRCN Series 3 Note holder is limited to that
holder’s proportionate share of the Series 55 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust.
Subject to regulatory approval, we may redeem the LRCN Series 3 Notes, in whole or in part, every five years during the period from June 28
to and including July 28, commencing on June 28, 2027, at par.
6.987% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 4 (NVCC) (subordinated indebtedness) (LRCN Series 4 Notes)
On June 25, 2024, we issued $500 million principal amount of 6.987% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 4 (NVCC) (subordinated
indebtedness). The LRCN Series 4 Notes mature on July 28, 2084, and bear interest at a fixed rate of 6.987% per annum (paid semi-annually) until
July 28, 2029. Starting on July 28, 2029, and every five years thereafter until July 28, 2079, the interest rate will be reset to the then current five-year
Government of Canada bond yield plus 3.70% per annum.
Concurrently with the issuance of the LRCN Series 4 Notes, we issued Non-Cumulative 5-Year Fixed Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares
Series 58 (NVCC) (the Series 58 Preferred Shares), which are held in the Limited Recourse Trust that is consolidated by CIBC and, as a result, the
Series 58 Preferred Shares are eliminated in CIBC’s consolidated financial statements. In the event of non-payment by CIBC of the principal amount
of, interest on, or redemption price for, the LRCN Series 4 Notes when due, the sole remedy of each LRCN Series 4 Note holder is limited to that
holder’s proportionate share of the Series 58 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust.
Subject to regulatory approval, we may redeem the LRCN Series 4 Notes, in whole or in part, every five years during the period from June 28
to and including July 28, commencing on June 28, 2029, at par.
6.950% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 5 (NVCC) (subordinated indebtedness) (LRCN Series 5 Notes)
On November 5, 2024, we issued USD$500 million principal amount of 6.950% Limited Recourse Capital Notes Series 5 (NVCC) (subordinated
indebtedness). The LRCN Series 5 Notes mature on January 28, 2085, and bear interest at a fixed rate of 6.950% per annum (paid quarterly) until
January 28, 2030. Starting on January 28, 2030, and every five years thereafter until January 28, 2080, the interest rate will be reset to the then
current five-year U.S. Treasury Rate plus 2.833% per annum.
Concurrently with the issuance of the LRCN Series 5 Notes, we issued Non-Cumulative 5-Year Fixed Rate Reset Class A Preferred Shares
Series 59 (NVCC) (the Series 59 Preferred Shares), which are held in the Limited Recourse Trust that is consolidated by CIBC and, as a result, the
Series 59 Preferred Shares are eliminated in CIBC’s consolidated financial statements. In the event of non-payment by CIBC of the principal amount
of, interest on, or redemption price for, the LRCN Series 5 Notes when due, the sole remedy of each LRCN Series 5 Note holder is limited to that
holder’s proportionate share of the Series 59 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust.
Subject to regulatory approval, we may redeem the LRCN Series 5 Notes, in whole or in part, on each January 28, April 28, July 28, and
October 28, commencing on January 28, 2030, at par.
NVCC conversion mechanics
Each series of Class A Preferred Shares and LRCNs discussed above are subject to an NVCC provision, necessary for the shares and LCRNs to
qualify as Tier 1 regulatory capital under Basel III. As such, the Class A Preferred Shares and LRCNs are automatically converted into common
shares upon the occurrence of a Trigger Event. As described in the Capital Adequacy Guidelines, a Trigger Event occurs when OSFI determines
the bank is or is about to become non-viable and, if after conversion of all contingent instruments and consideration of any other relevant factors or
circumstances, it is reasonably likely that its viability will be restored or maintained; or if the bank has accepted or agreed to accept a capital
injection or equivalent support from a federal or provincial government, without which OSFI would have determined the bank to be non-viable. In
such an event, Class A Preferred Shares Series 41, 43, 47, 56, and 57 will be converted into a number of common shares, determined by dividing
the par value plus accrued and unpaid interest by the average common share price (as defined in the relevant prospectus supplements) subject to
a minimum price of $2.50 per share (subject to adjustment in certain events as defined in the relevant prospectus supplements). Series 53, 54, 55,
58, and 59 Preferred Shares held in the Limited Recourse Trust, will automatically and immediately be converted, without the consent of LRCN Note
holders, into a variable number of common shares which will be delivered to LRCN Note holders in satisfaction of the principal amount of, and
accrued and unpaid interest on, all of the LRCNs. All claims of LRCN Note holders against CIBC under the LRCNs will be extinguished upon receipt
of such common shares.
Restrictions on the payment of dividends
Under Section 79 of the Bank Act (Canada), a bank, including CIBC, is prohibited from declaring or paying any dividends on its preferred or
common shares if there are reasonable grounds for believing that the bank is, or the payment would cause it to be, in contravention of any capital
adequacy or liquidity regulation or any direction to the bank made by OSFI.
In addition, our ability to pay common share dividends is also restricted by the terms of the outstanding preferred shares. These terms provide
that we may not pay dividends on our common shares at any time without the approval of holders of the outstanding preferred shares, unless all
dividends to preferred shareholders that are then payable have been declared and paid or set apart for payment. Our Series 53, 54, 55, 58 and 59
Preferred Shares further limit the payment of dividends on the outstanding Class A Preferred Shares Series 41, 43, 47, 56, and 57 in certain limited
circumstances.
Currently, these limitations do not restrict the payment of dividends on our preferred or common shares.
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Capital
Objectives, policy and procedures
Our overall capital management objective is to employ a strong and efficient capital base. We manage capital in accordance with a capital policy
approved by the Board, which includes specific guidelines that relate to capital strength, capital mix, dividends and return of capital, and the
unconsolidated capital adequacy of regulated entities. Capital is monitored continuously for compliance.
Each year, a Capital Plan and three-year outlook are established as a part of the financial plan, and they encompass all material elements of
capital: forecasts of sources and uses of capital including earnings, dividends, business growth, and corporate initiatives, as well as maturities,
redemptions, and issuances of capital instruments. The Capital Plan is stress-tested to ensure that it is sufficiently robust under severe but plausible
stress scenarios. The level of capital and capital ratios are monitored throughout the year including a comparison to the Capital Plan. There were no
significant changes made to the objectives, policy, guidelines and procedures during the year.
Regulatory capital, leverage and total loss absorbing capacity (TLAC) requirements
Our regulatory capital requirements are determined in accordance with guidelines issued by OSFI, which are based on the capital standards
developed by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS).
CIBC has been designated by OSFI as a domestic systemically important bank (D-SIB) in Canada, and is subject to a Common Equity Tier 1
(CET1) surcharge equal to 1.0% of risk-weighted assets (RWA). OSFI also expected D-SIBs to hold a Domestic Stability Buffer (DSB) of 3.5% as at
October 31, 2024, which was increased from 3.0% effective November 1, 2023. The resulting targets established by OSFI for D-SIBs, including all
buffer requirements, for CET1, Tier 1 and Total capital ratios are 11.5%, 13.0%, and 15.0%, respectively.
Regulatory capital consists of CET1, Tier 1 and Tier 2 capital. CET1 capital includes common shares, retained earnings, AOCI (excluding
AOCI relating to cash flow hedges and changes to FVO liabilities attributable to changes in own credit risk), and qualifying instruments issued by a
consolidated banking subsidiary to third parties, less regulatory adjustments for items such as goodwill and other intangible assets (net of related
deferred tax liabilities), certain deferred tax assets, net assets related to defined benefit pension plans as reported on our consolidated balance
sheet (net of related deferred tax liabilities), and certain investments. Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital primarily includes NVCC preferred shares,
LRCNs, and qualifying instruments issued by a consolidated subsidiary to third parties. Tier 2 capital includes NVCC subordinated indebtedness,
eligible general allowance, and qualifying instruments issued by a consolidated subsidiary to third parties.
To supplement risk-based capital requirements, OSFI expects federally regulated deposit-taking institutions to have a leverage ratio, which is a
non-risk-based capital metric, that meets or exceeds 3.5%, including a 0.5% D-SIB buffer.
OSFI also requires D-SIBs to maintain a supervisory target TLAC ratio (which builds on the risk-based capital ratios) and a minimum TLAC
leverage ratio (which builds on the leverage ratio). OSFI expects D-SIBs to have a minimum risk-based TLAC ratio of 21.5% plus the then applicable
DSB requirement (3.5% as noted above), and a minimum TLAC leverage ratio of 7.25%. TLAC consists of regulatory capital and bail-in eligible
liabilities that have residual maturity greater than one year.
These targets may be higher for certain institutions at OSFI’s discretion. During the years ended October 31, 2024 and 2023, we have
complied with OSFI’s regulatory capital, leverage ratio, and TLAC requirements.
Our capital, leverage and TLAC ratios are presented in the table below:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
CET1 capital
$
44,516
$
40,327
Tier 1 capital
A
49,481
45,270
Total capital
56,809
52,119
Total RWA
B
333,502
326,120
CET1 ratio
13.3 %
12.4 %
Tier 1 capital ratio
14.8 %
13.9 %
Total capital ratio
17.0 %
16.0 %
Leverage ratio exposure
C
$
1,155,432
$
1,079,103
Leverage ratio
A/C
4.3 %
4.2 %
TLAC available
D
$
101,062
$
100,176
TLAC ratio
D/B
30.3 %
30.7 %
TLAC leverage ratio
D/C
8.7 %
9.3 %
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Note 16
Share-based payments
We provide the following share-based compensation to certain employees and directors in the form of cash-settled or equity-settled awards.
Restricted share award plan
Under the RSA plan, share unit equivalents (RSA units) are granted to certain key employees on an annual basis or during the year as special
grants. RSA grants are made in the form of cash-settled awards which generally vest and settle in cash either at the end of three years or one-third
annually beginning one year after the date of the grant. Dividend equivalents on RSA units are paid in cash or in the form of additional RSA units to
the employees at the end of the vesting period or settlement date.
Grant date fair value of each cash-settled RSA unit granted is calculated based on the average closing price per common share on the
Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) for the 10 trading days prior to a date specified in the grant terms. Upon vesting, each RSA unit is settled in cash
based on the average closing price per common share on the TSX for the 10 trading days prior to the vesting date.
During the year, 7,327,029 RSAs were granted at a weighted-average price of $53.93 (2023: 6,687,379 granted at a weighted-average price of
$63.78) and the number of RSAs outstanding as at October 31, 2024 was 19,761,344 (2023: 18,281,700). Compensation expense in respect of
RSAs, before the impact of hedging for changes in share price, totalled $1,007 million in 2024 (2023: $224 million). As at October 31, 2024, liabilities
in respect of RSAs, which are included in Other liabilities, were $1,506 million (2023: $829 million).
Performance share unit plan
Under the PSU plan, awards are granted to certain key employees on an annual basis in December. PSU grants are made in the form of cash-
settled awards which vest and settle in cash at the end of three years. Dividend equivalents on PSUs are provided in the form of additional PSUs.
The grant date fair value of each cash-settled PSU is calculated based on the average closing price per common share on the TSX for the
10 trading days prior to a date specified in the grant terms. The final number of PSUs that vest will range from 75% to 125% of the initial number
awarded based on CIBC’s performance relative to the other major Canadian banks. Beginning with awards granted in December 2023, the final
number of PSUs that will vest is also based upon CIBC’s performance relative to internal targets. Upon vesting, each PSU is settled in cash based
on the average closing price per common share on the TSX for the 10 trading days prior to the vesting date.
During the year, 2,220,555 PSUs were granted at a weighted-average price of $53.77 (2023: 1,842,253 granted at a weighted-average price of
$64.28). As at October 31, 2024, the number of PSUs outstanding, before the impact of CIBC’s relative performance, was 6,227,116 (2023:
5,762,949). Compensation expense in respect of PSUs, before the impact of hedging for changes in share price, totalled $380 million in 2024 (2023:
$56 million). As at October 31, 2024, liabilities in respect of PSUs, which are included in Other liabilities, were $568 million (2023: $277 million).
Deferred share unit plan/deferred compensation plan
Under the DSU plan and DCP plan, certain employees can elect to receive DSUs in exchange for cash compensation that they would otherwise be
entitled to. In addition, certain key employees are granted DSUs during the year as special grants. DSUs are generally fully vested upon grant or
vest in accordance with the vesting schedule defined in the grant agreement and settle in cash on a date within the period specified in the plan
terms. Employees receive dividend equivalents in the form of additional DSUs. Effective January 1, 2024, the DCP was amended to no longer permit
the grant of new DSU awards.
Grant date fair value of each cash settled DSU that is not granted under the DCP is calculated based on the average closing price per
common share on the TSX for the 10 trading days prior to a date specified in the grant terms. These DSUs are settled in cash based on the average
closing price per common share on the TSX for the 10 trading days prior to the payout date and after the employee’s termination of employment.
The grant date fair value for DCP grants was based on the closing stock price on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on the last day of the
calendar quarter. Upon distribution, DSUs granted under the DCP plan are settled in cash based on the closing price per common share on the
NYSE on the business day that the payment is made.
During the year, 413,925 DSUs were granted at a weighted-average price of $56.06 (2023: 310,647 granted at a weighted-average price of
$64.15) and the number of DSUs outstanding as at October 31, 2024 was 2,463,430 (2023: 2,048,785). Compensation expense in respect of DSUs,
before the impact of hedging for changes in share price, totalled $126 million in 2024 (2023: ($5) million). As at October 31, 2024, liabilities in
respect of DSUs, which are included in Other liabilities, were $238 million (2023: $135 million).
Directors’ plans
Each director who is not an officer or employee of CIBC may elect to receive: 1) the annual equity retainer as either DSUs or common shares, under
the Director DSU/Common Share Election Plan; and 2) all or a portion of their remuneration in the form of cash, common shares or DSUs under the
Non-Officer Director Share Plan.
The value of DSUs credited to a director is payable when he or she is no longer a director or employee of CIBC or of an affiliate of CIBC, and
for directors subject to section 409A of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, the director is not providing any services to CIBC or
any member of its controlled group as an independent contractor. In addition, under the Director DSU/Common Share Election Plan, the value of
DSUs is payable only if the director is not related to, or affiliated with, CIBC as defined in the Income Tax Act (Canada).
Other non-interest expense in respect of the DSU components, before the impact of hedging for changes in share price of these plans, totalled
$14 million in 2024 (2023: ($1) million). As at October 31, 2024, liabilities in respect of DSUs, which are included in Other liabilities, were $25 million
(2023: $15 million).
Stock option plans
Under the ESOP, stock options are periodically granted to certain key employees. Options provide the employee with the right to purchase common
shares from CIBC at a fixed price not less than the closing price of the shares on the trading day immediately preceding the grant date. In general,
the options vest by the end of the fourth year and expire 10 years from the grant date.
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The following tables summarize the activities of the stock options and provide additional details related to stock options outstanding and vested.
As at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Number
of stock
options
Weighted-
average
exercise
price (1)
Number
of stock
options
Weighted-
average
exercise
price
Outstanding at beginning of year
14,688,079
$
58.47
11,438,024
$
57.73
Granted
3,973,361
56.55
3,490,610
59.39
Exercised (2)
(2,593,751)
52.72
(212,090)
27.20
Forfeited/cancelled/expired
(100,108)
60.44
(28,465)
62.09
Outstanding at end of year
15,967,581
$
58.55
14,688,079
$
58.47
Exercisable at end of year
5,033,423
$
55.17
5,807,176
$
54.42
Available for grant
6,806,124
10,679,377
Reserved for future issue
22,773,705
25,367,456
(1) For foreign currency-denominated options granted and exercised during the year, the weighted-average exercise prices are converted using exchange rates as at the
grant date and settlement date, respectively. The weighted-average exercise price of outstanding balances as at October 31, 2024 reflects the conversion of foreign
currency-denominated options at the year-end exchange rate.
(2) The weighted-average share price at the date of exercise was $65.04 (2023: $59.49).
As at October 31, 2024
Stock options outstanding
Stock options vested
Range of exercise prices
Number
outstanding
Weighted-
average
contractual life
remaining
Weighted-
average
exercise
price
Number
outstanding
Weighted-
average
exercise
price
$1.00 – $40.00
125,660
0.85
$
30.81
125,660
$
30.81
$40.01 – $50.00
198,902
1.10
48.91
198,902
48.91
$50.01 – $60.00
12,259,105
7.09
56.73
3,857,737
55.21
$60.01 – $70.00
851,124
3.12
60.01
851,124
60.01
$70.01 – $80.00
2,532,790
7.09
70.05
–
70.05
15,967,581
6.76
$
58.79
5,033,423
$
55.17
The fair value of options granted during the year was measured at the grant date using the Black-Scholes option pricing model. Model assumptions
are based on observable market data for the risk-free interest rate and dividend yield, contractual terms for the exercise price, and historical
experience for expected life. Volatility assumptions are best estimates of market implied volatility matching the exercise price and expected life of
the options.
The following weighted-average assumptions were used as inputs into the Black-Scholes option pricing model to determine the fair value of options
on the date of grant:
For the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Weighted-average assumptions
Risk-free interest rate
3.74 %
3.27 %
Expected dividend yield
7.50 %
6.84 %
Expected share price volatility
19.47 %
19.86 %
Expected life
6 years
6 years
Share price/exercise price
$
56.55
$
59.39
For 2024, the weighted-average grant date fair value of options was $4.01 (2023: $4.41).
Compensation expense in respect of stock options totalled $16 million in 2024 (2023: $12 million).
Employee share purchase plan
Under our Canadian ESPP, qualifying employees can choose each year to have any portion of their eligible earnings withheld to purchase common
shares. We match 50% of the employee contribution amount, up to a maximum contribution of 3% of eligible earnings, subject to a ceiling of
$2,250 annually. CIBC contributions vest after employees have two years of continuous participation in the plan, and all subsequent contributions
vest immediately. Similar programs exist in other regions globally, where each year qualifying employees can choose to have a portion of their
eligible earnings withheld to purchase common shares and receive a matching employer contribution subject to each plan’s provisions.
Commencing October 11, 2024, employee contributions to our Canadian ESPP were used to acquire common shares in the open market.
Previously, these shares were issued from Treasury. CIBC Caribbean operates an ESPP locally, in which contributions are used by the plan trustee
to purchase CIBC Caribbean common shares in the open market.
Our contributions are expensed as incurred and totalled $63 million in 2024 (2023: $60 million).
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Note 17
Post-employment benefits
We sponsor pension and other post-employment benefit plans for eligible employees in a number of jurisdictions including Canada, the U.S., the
U.K., and the Caribbean. Our pension plans include registered funded defined benefit pension plans, supplemental arrangements that provide
pension benefits in excess of statutory limits, and defined contribution plans. We also provide certain health-care, life insurance, and other benefits
to eligible employees and retired members. Plan assets and defined benefit obligations related to our defined benefit plans are measured for
accounting purposes as at October 31 each year.
Plan characteristics, funding and risks
Pension plans
Pension plans include CIBC’s Canadian, U.S., and Caribbean pension plans. CIBC’s Canadian pension plans represent approximately 92% of our
consolidated defined benefit obligation. All of our Canadian pension plans are defined benefit plans, the most significant of which is our principal
Canadian pension plan (the CIBC Pension Plan), which encompasses approximately 68,000 active, deferred, and retired members.
The CIBC Pension Plan provides members with monthly pension income at retirement based on a prescribed plan formula which is based on a
combination of maximum yearly pensionable earnings, average earnings at retirement and length of service recognized in the plan. There is a
two-year waiting period for members to join the CIBC Pension Plan.
The CIBC Pension Plan is funded through a separate trust. Actuarial funding valuations are prepared by the Plan’s external actuary at least
once every three years or more frequently as required by Canadian pension legislation to determine CIBC’s minimum funding requirements as well
as maximum permitted contributions. Any deficits determined in the funding valuations must generally be funded over a period not exceeding fifteen
years. CIBC’s pension funding policy is to make at least the minimum annual required contributions required by regulations. Any contributions in
excess of the minimum requirements are discretionary.
The CIBC Pension Plan is registered with OSFI and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and is subject to the acts and regulations that govern
federally regulated pension plans.
Other post-employment plans
Other post-employment plans include CIBC’s Canadian, U.S. and Caribbean post-retirement health-care benefit plans (referred to for disclosure
purposes as other post-employment plans). CIBC’s Canadian other post-employment plan (the Canadian post-employment plan) represents more
than 93% of our consolidated other post-employment defined benefit obligation.
The Canadian post-employment plan provides medical, dental and life insurance benefits to retirees that meet specified eligibility
requirements, including specified age and service period eligibility requirements. CIBC reimburses 100% of the cost of benefits for eligible
employees that retired prior to January 1, 2009, whereas the contribution level for medical and dental benefits for eligible employees that retire
subsequent to this date has been fixed at a specified level. The plan is funded on a pay-as-you-go basis.
Benefit changes
There were no material changes to the terms of our Canadian defined benefit pension plans in 2024. The CIBC Pension Plan was amended in 2023
to introduce caps on pensionable earnings based on job level effective November 1, 2023. This change resulted in a $73 million negative past
service cost for the year ended October 31, 2023. Certain plan amendments were made to our other pension plans in 2023, which resulted in a past
service cost.
Risks
CIBC’s defined benefit plans expose the group to actuarial risks (such as longevity risk), currency risk, interest rate risk, market (investment) risk
and health-care cost inflation risks.
The CIBC pension plan operates a currency overlay strategy, which may use forwards or similar instruments, to manage and mitigate its
currency risk.
Interest rate risk is managed as part of the CIBC pension plan’s liability-driven investment strategy through a combination of physical bonds,
overlays funded in the repo market, and/or derivatives.
Market (investment) risk is mitigated through a multi-asset portfolio construction process that diversifies across a variety of market risk drivers.
The use of derivatives within the CIBC pension plan is governed by its derivatives policy that was approved by the Pension Benefits
Management Committee (PBMC) and permits the use of derivatives to manage risk at the discretion of the Pension Investment Committee (PIC). In
addition to the management of interest rate risk, risk reduction and mitigation strategies may include hedging of currency, credit spread and/or
equity risks. The derivatives policy also permits the use of derivatives to enhance plan returns.
Plan governance
All of CIBC’s pension arrangements are governed by local pension committees, senior management or a board of trustees. However, all significant
plan changes require approval from the Management Resources and Compensation Committee (MRCC). For the Canadian pension plans, the
MRCC is responsible for setting the strategy for the pension plans, reviewing material risks, performance including funded status, and approving
material design or governance changes.
While specific investment policies are determined at a plan level to reflect the unique characteristics of each plan, common investment policies
for all plans include the optimization of the risk-return relationship using a portfolio of multiple asset classes diversified by market segment,
economic sector, and issuer. The objectives are to secure the benefits promised by our funded plans, to maximize long-term investment returns
while not compromising the benefit security of the respective plans, manage the level of funding contributions in conjunction with the stability of the
funded status, and implement all policies in a cost effective manner. Investments in quoted debt and equity (held either directly or indirectly through
investment funds) represent the most significant asset allocations.
The use of derivatives is limited to the purposes and instruments described in the derivatives policy of the CIBC Pension Plan. These include
the use of synthetic debt or equity instruments, currency hedging, risk reduction and enhancement of returns.
Investments in specific asset classes are further diversified across funds, managers, strategies, sectors and geographies, depending on the
specific characteristics of each asset class.
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The exposure to any one of these asset classes will be determined by our assessment of the needs of the plan assets and economic and
financial market conditions. Factors evaluated before adopting the asset mix include demographics, cash-flow payout requirements, liquidity
requirements, actuarial assumptions, expected benefit increases, and plan funding requirements.
Management of the assets of the various Canadian plans has been delegated primarily to the PIC, which is a committee that is composed of
CIBC management. The PIC is responsible for the appointment and termination of individual investment managers (which includes CIBC Asset
Management Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of CIBC), who each have investment discretion within established target asset mix ranges as set by
the PBMC. Should a fund’s actual asset mix fall outside specified ranges, the assets are re-balanced as required to be within the target asset mix
ranges. On a periodic basis, an Asset-Liability Matching study is performed in which the consequences of the strategic investment policies are
analyzed.
Management of the actuarial valuations of the various Canadian plans is primarily the responsibility of the PBMC. The PBMC is responsible for
approving the actuarial assumptions for the valuations of the plans, and for recommending the level of annual funding for the Canadian plans to
CIBC senior management.
Local committees with similar mandates manage our non-Canadian plans and annually report back to the MRCC on all material governance
activities.
Amounts recognized on the consolidated balance sheet
The following tables present the financial position of our defined benefit pension and other post-employment plans for Canada, the U.S., the U.K.,
and our Caribbean subsidiaries. Other minor plans operated by some of our subsidiaries are not material and are not included in these disclosures.
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
$ millions, as at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
Defined benefit obligation
Balance at beginning of year
$
7,060
$
7,040
$
422
$
436
Current service cost
190
212
5
5
Past service cost
–
(69)
–
–
Interest cost on defined benefit obligation
396
380
24
23
Employee contributions
4
4
–
–
Benefits paid
(365)
(362)
(32)
(29)
Settlement payments
(79)
–
–
–
Special termination benefits
–
2
–
–
Foreign exchange rate changes and other
5
16
–
1
Net actuarial (gains) losses on defined benefit obligation
731
(163)
–
(14)
Balance at end of year
$
7,942
$
7,060
$
419
$
422
Plan assets
Fair value at beginning of year
$
8,091
$
8,435
$
–
$
–
Interest income on plan assets (1)
459
460
–
–
Net actuarial gains (losses) on plan assets (1)
1,079
(493)
–
–
Employer contributions
146
36
32
29
Employee contributions
4
4
–
–
Benefits paid
(365)
(362)
(32)
(29)
Settlement payments
(79)
–
–
–
Plan administration costs
(8)
(7)
–
–
Increase (decrease) due to plan settlements
(10)
–
–
–
Foreign exchange rate changes and other
9
18
–
–
Fair value at end of year
$
9,326
$
8,091
$
–
$
–
Net defined benefit asset (liability)
1,384
1,031
(419)
(422)
Valuation allowance (2)
(47)
(16)
–
–
Net defined benefit asset (liability), net of valuation allowance
$
1,337
$
1,015
$
(419)
$
(422)
(1) The actual return on plan assets for the year was a gain of $1,538 million (2023: loss of $33 million).
(2) The valuation allowance reflects the effect of asset ceiling on plans with a net defined benefit asset.
The net defined benefit asset (liability), net of valuation allowance, included in other assets and other liabilities is as follows:
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
Other assets
$
1,378
$
1,055
$
–
$
–
Other liabilities
(41)
(40)
(419)
(422)
$
1,337
$
1,015
$
(419)
$
(422)
The defined benefit obligation and plan assets by region are as follows:
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
Defined benefit obligation
Canada
$
7,291
$
6,373
$
389
$
392
U.S., U.K., and the Caribbean
651
687
30
30
Defined benefit obligation at the end of year
$
7,942
$
7,060
$
419
$
422
Plan assets
Canada
$
8,441
$
7,292
$
–
$
–
U.S., U.K., and the Caribbean
885
799
–
–
Plan assets at the end of year
$
9,326
$
8,091
$
–
$
–
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Amounts recognized in the consolidated statement of income
The net defined benefit expense for our defined benefit plans in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and the Caribbean is as follows:
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
Current service cost (1)
$
190
$
212
$
5
$
5
Past service cost
–
(69)
–
–
Interest cost on defined benefit obligation
396
380
24
23
Interest income on plan assets
(459)
(460)
–
–
Interest expense on effect of asset ceiling
1
1
–
–
Special termination benefits
–
2
–
–
Plan administration costs
8
7
–
–
Net defined benefit plan expense recognized in net income
$
136
$
73
$
29
$
28
(1) The 2024 and 2023 current service costs were calculated using separate discount rates of 5.61% and 5.44%, respectively, to reflect the longer duration of future benefits
payments associated with the additional year of service to be earned by the plan’s active participants.
Amounts recognized in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income
The net remeasurement gains (losses) recognized in OCI for our defined benefit plans in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and the Caribbean is as
follows:
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024 (1)
2023
2024
2023
Actuarial gains (losses) on defined benefit obligation arising from changes in:
Demographic assumptions
$
(1)
$
(1)
$
34
$
–
Financial assumptions
(768)
200
(36)
11
Experience
38
(36)
2
3
Net actuarial gains (losses) on plan assets
1,079
(493)
–
–
Changes in asset ceiling excluding interest income
(30)
1
–
–
Net remeasurement gains (losses) recognized in OCI
$
318
$
(329)
$
–
$
14
(1) Includes the transfer of the accumulated actuarial losses of $5 million to retained earnings upon the settlement of a pension plan for one of our subsidiaries.
Canadian defined benefit plans
As the Canadian defined benefit pension and other post-employment benefit plans represent approximately 92% of our consolidated defined benefit
obligation, they are the subject and focus of the disclosures in the balance of this note.
Disaggregation and maturity profile of defined benefit obligation
The breakdown of the defined benefit obligation for our Canadian plans between active, deferred and retired members is as follows:
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
Active members
$
3,558
$
3,043
$
74
$
75
Deferred members
490
415
–
–
Retired members
3,243
2,915
315
317
Total
$
7,291
$
6,373
$
389
$
392
The weighted-average duration of the defined benefit obligation for our Canadian plans is as follows:
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
As at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
Weighted-average duration, in years
12.9
12.4
10.3
10.2
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Plan assets
The major categories of our defined benefit pension plan assets for our Canadian plans are as follows:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Asset category (1)
Canadian equity securities (2)
$
472
6 %
$
430
6 %
Debt securities (3)
Government bonds
5,419
64
3,872
53
Corporate bonds
403
5
519
7
5,822
69
4,391
60
Investment funds (4)
Canadian equity funds
35
–
27
–
U.S. equity funds
694
8
454
6
International equity funds (5)
37
–
30
1
Global equity funds (5)
1,150
15
1,081
15
Fixed income funds
103
1
92
1
2,019
24
1,684
23
Other (2)
Alternative investments (6)
2,399
28
2,463
34
Cash and cash equivalents and other
339
4
226
3
Obligations related to securities sold under repurchase agreements and securities sold short
(2,610)
(31)
(1,902)
(26)
128
1
787
11
$
8,441
100 %
$
7,292
100 %
(1) Asset categories are based upon risk classification including synthetic exposure through derivatives. The fair value of derivatives as at October 31, 2024 was a net
derivative liability of $30 million (2023: net derivative liability of $49 million).
(2) Pension benefit plan assets include CIBC issued securities and deposits of nil (2023: nil), representing nil of Canadian plan assets (2023: nil). All of the equity securities
held as at October 31, 2024 and 2023 have daily quoted prices in active markets except hedge funds, infrastructure, and private equity.
(3) All debt securities held as at October 31, 2024 and 2023 are investment grade, of which $285 million (2023: $142 million) have daily quoted prices in active markets.
(4) $33 million (2023: $26 million) of the investment funds are directly held as at October 31, 2024 and have daily quoted prices in active markets.
(5) Global equity funds include North American and international investments, whereas International equity funds do not include North American investments.
(6) Comprised of private equity, infrastructure, private debt and real estate funds.
Principal actuarial assumptions
The weighted-average principal assumptions used to determine the defined benefit obligation for our Canadian plans are as follows:
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
As at October 31
2024
2023
2024
2023
Discount rate
4.8 %
5.7 %
4.8 %
5.7 %
Rate of compensation increase (1)
2.5 %
2.5 %
n/a
n/a
(1) Rates of compensation increase for 2024 and 2023 reflect the use of a salary growth rate assumption table that is based on the age and tenure of the employees. The table
yields a weighted-average salary growth rate of approximately 2.5% per annum (2023: 2.5%).
n/a Not applicable
Assumptions regarding future mortality have been based on published statistics and mortality tables. The current longevities underlying the values
of the defined benefit obligation of our Canadian plans are as follows (in years):
As at October 31
2024
2023
Longevity at age 65 for current retired members
Males
23.6
23.5
Females
24.7
24.6
Longevity at age 65 for current members aged 45
Males
24.5
24.5
Females
25.6
25.5
The assumed health-care cost trend rates of the Canadian other post-employment plan providing medical, dental, and life insurance benefits are as
follows:
For the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Health-care cost trend rates assumed for next year
4.9 %
4.8 %
Rate to which the cost trend rate is assumed to decline
4.0 %
4.0 %
Year that the rate reaches the ultimate trend rate
2040
2040
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Sensitivity analysis
Reasonably possible changes to one of the principal actuarial assumptions, holding other assumptions constant, would have affected the defined
benefit obligation of our Canadian plans as follows:
Estimated increase (decrease) in defined benefit obligation
Pension plans
Other post-employment plans
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2024
Discount rate (100 basis point change)
Decrease in assumption
$
1,028
$
45
Increase in assumption
(861)
(37)
Rate of compensation increase (100 basis point change)
Decrease in assumption
(195)
–
Increase in assumption
204
–
Health-care cost trend rates (100 basis point change)
Decrease in assumption
n/a
(12)
Increase in assumption
n/a
14
Future mortality
1 year shorter life expectancy
(164)
(7)
1 year longer life expectancy
156
8
n/a Not applicable.
The sensitivity analyses presented above are indicative only, and should be considered with caution as they have been calculated in isolation
without changing other assumptions. In practice, changes in one assumption may result in changes in another, which may magnify or counteract
the disclosed sensitivities.
Future cash flows
Cash contributions
The most recently completed actuarial valuation of the CIBC Pension Plan for funding purposes was as at October 31, 2023. The next actuarial
valuation of this plan for funding purposes will be effective as of October 31, 2024.
The employer contributions for 2025 are anticipated to be $165 million for the CIBC Pension Plan and the benefit payments are anticipated to
be $26 million for the Canadian other post-employment plans. These estimates are subject to change since contributions are affected by various
factors, such as market performance, regulatory requirements, and management’s ability to change funding policy.
Expected future benefit payments
The expected future benefit payments for our Canadian plans for the next 10 years are as follows:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2025
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030–2034
Total
Defined benefit pension plans
$
365
$
368
$
382
$
396
$
409
$
2,251
$
4,171
Other post-employment plans
26
26
27
27
28
141
275
$
391
$
394
$
409
$
423
$
437
$
2,392
$
4,446
Defined contributions and other plans
We also maintain defined contribution plans for certain employees and make contributions to government pension plans. The expense recognized
in the consolidated statement of income for these benefit plans is as follows:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Defined contribution pension plans
$
72
$
60
Government pension plans (1)
197
194
$
269
$
254
(1) Includes Canada Pension Plan, Quebec Pension Plan, and U.S. Federal Insurance Contributions Act.
Note 18
Income taxes
Total income taxes
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Consolidated statement of income
Provision for (reversal of) current income taxes
Adjustments for prior years
$
(38)
$
607 (2)
Current income tax expense
2,294
1,411
2,256
2,018
Provision for (reversal of) deferred income taxes
Adjustments for prior years
37
(11)
Effect of changes in tax rates and laws
4
(9)
Origination and reversal of temporary differences
(285)
(64)
(244)
(84)
2,012
1,934
OCI
578
(219)
Total comprehensive income
$
2,590
$
1,715
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) The first quarter of 2023 included an income tax charge to recognize the Canada Recovery Dividend (CRD) tax and the retroactive impact of the 1.5% tax rate increase.
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Components of income tax
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Current income taxes
Federal
$
1,242
$
748
Provincial
795
481
Foreign
671
634
2,708
1,863
Deferred income taxes
Federal
(116)
(35)
Provincial
(82)
(23)
Foreign
80
(90)
(118)
(148)
$
2,590
$
1,715
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
We are subject to Canadian taxation on income of foreign branches. Earnings of foreign subsidiaries would generally only be subject to Canadian
tax when distributed to Canada. Additional Canadian taxes that would be payable if all foreign subsidiaries’ retained earnings were distributed to the
Canadian parent as dividends are estimated to be nil.
The effective rates of income tax in the consolidated statement of income are different from the combined Canadian federal and provincial income
tax rates as set out in the following table:
Reconciliation of income taxes
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Combined Canadian federal and provincial income tax rate applied to income before
income taxes
$
2,548
27.8 %
$
1,938
27.8 %
Income taxes adjusted for the effect of:
Foreign operations subject to different tax rates
(485)
(5.4)
(332)
(4.8)
Tax-exempt income
(12)
(0.1)
(184)
(2.7)
Canada Recovery Dividend (CRD) tax
–
–
525
7.5
Other
(39)
(0.4)
(13)
(0.1)
Income taxes in the consolidated statement of income
$
2,012
21.9 %
$
1,934
27.7 %
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Deferred income taxes
Sources of and movement in deferred tax assets and liabilities
Deferred tax assets
$ millions, for the year ended October 31, 2024
Net asset
Nov. 1, 2023
Recognized in
net income
Recognized in
OCI
Other (1)
Net asset
Oct. 31, 2024
Allowance for credit losses
$
401
$
38
$
–
$
1
$
440
Deferred compensation
427
255
–
46
728
Financial instruments revaluation
91
(19)
(59)
(5)
8
Deferred income
235
13
–
–
248
Other
158
31
2
6
197
$
1,312
$
318
$
(57)
$
48
$
1,621
Deferred tax liabilities
Intangible assets
$
(392)
$
(10)
$
–
$
–
$
(402)
Property and equipment
(67)
(22)
–
(1)
(90)
Pension and employee benefits
(132)
(19)
(68)
1
(218)
Goodwill
(91)
(1)
–
(1)
(93)
Financial instruments revaluation
(13)
–
–
1
(12)
Other
(10)
(22)
1
(3)
(34)
$
(705)
$
(74)
$
(67)
$
(3)
$
(849)
Total net deferred tax assets
$
607
$
244
$
(124)
$
45
$
772
(1) Includes foreign currency translation adjustments.
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Deferred tax assets
$ millions, for the year ended October 31, 2023
Net asset
Nov. 1, 2022
Recognized in
net income
Recognized in
OCI
Other (1)
Net asset
Oct. 31, 2023 (2)
Allowance for credit losses
$
256
$
142
$
–
$
3
$
401
Deferred compensation
445
(20)
–
2
427
Financial instruments revaluation
125
(7)
(27)
–
91
Deferred income
236
(2)
–
1
235
Other
162
–
–
(4)
158
$
1,224
$
113
$
(27)
$
2
$
1,312
Deferred tax liabilities
Intangible assets
$
(341)
$
(50)
$
–
$
(1)
$
(392)
Property and equipment
(69)
1
–
1
(67)
Pension and employee benefits
(241)
33
75
1
(132)
Goodwill
(89)
(2)
–
–
(91)
Financial instruments revaluation
(13)
–
–
–
(13)
Other
(16)
(11)
16
1
(10)
$
(769)
$
(29)
$
91
$
2
$
(705)
Total net deferred tax assets
$
455
$
84
$
64
$
4
$
607
(1) Includes foreign currency translation adjustments.
(2) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are assessed by entity for presentation in our consolidated balance sheet. As a result, the net deferred tax assets
of $772 million (2023: $607 million) are presented in the consolidated balance sheet as deferred tax assets of $821 million (2023: $647 million) and
deferred tax liabilities of $49 million (2023: $40 million).
The deferred tax effect of tax loss carryforwards related to operating losses is $12 million (2023: $4 million), of which $3 million relate to the U.S.,
$4 million relate to Canada, and $5 million relate to the Caribbean that expire in various years commencing in 2025.
The amount of unused operating tax losses for which deferred tax assets have not been recognized was $735 million as at October 31, 2024 (2023:
$1,515 million), of which $3 million (2023: $756 million) relates to the U.S. region and $732 million (2023: $759 million) relates to the Caribbean
region, which will generally expire within 7 years.
The amount of unused capital tax losses for which deferred tax assets have not been recognized was $482 million as at October 31, 2024
(2023: $482 million). These unused capital tax losses relate to Canada.
Tax Examinations and Disputes
The CRA has reassessed CIBC’s 2011–2019 taxation years for approximately $1,847 million of income taxes related to the denial of deductions of
certain dividends. Subsequent taxation years may also be similarly reassessed. CIBC filed a Notice of Appeal in 2021 and the matter is in litigation.
CIBC is confident that its tax filings are appropriate and will defend its position vigorously. Accordingly, no amounts have been accrued in the
consolidated financial statements.
CIBC has potential aggregate exposure remaining in respect of foreign exchange capital loss matters of approximately $76 million. No
amounts have been accrued in the consolidated financial statements.
In prior years, the CRA issued reassessments disallowing the deduction of Enron settlement payments and related legal expenses (the Enron
expenses). The CRA later entered into a settlement agreement with CIBC in respect to the portion of the Enron expenses deductible in Canada.
CIBC has also been in discussions with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as to the remaining portion that is deductible in the U.S. In the fourth
quarter of 2024, CIBC accepted a proposal from the IRS as to the deductible portion of these expenses in the U.S. No adjustments to U.S. federal
income taxes are required as a result.
Canadian Federal Tax Measures
In the third quarter of 2024, Bill C-59 was enacted, which included certain tax measures from the 2023 fall economic statement and 2023 federal
budget. Bill C-59 included the denial of the dividends received deduction in respect of Canadian shares held by Canadian banks as mark-to-market
property, as well as a 2% tax on certain share buybacks, each with an application date of January 1, 2024. Additional proposals in respect of the
buyback tax were released on August 12, 2024. The impact of the denial of the dividends received deduction has been recognized in income tax
expense for the year.
Bill C-69, which included certain tax measures from the 2024 federal budget and the 2023 fall economic statement, as well as other tax
measures, including the Global Minimum Tax Act (GMTA), was enacted on June 20, 2024. The GMTA implements the Organisation for Economic
Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) Pillar Two 15% global minimum tax regime in Canada. Additional proposals in respect of the GMTA were
released on August 12, 2024. The Pillar Two rules are in different stages of adoption globally by more than 135 OECD member countries. Canada
and certain other countries have enacted Pillar Two legislation that will apply to CIBC beginning in fiscal year 2025. A number of other countries in
which CIBC operates are in different stages of adopting the Pillar Two regime.
At this time, we estimate Pillar Two to increase the consolidated effective tax rate approximately within a 1% range for fiscal year 2025. This
estimate is impacted by the different stages of adoption of Pillar Two across our global operations, the complexity in the application of Pillar Two,
and the variables impacting the projections which form the basis of the estimate.
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Note 19
Earnings per share
$ millions, except per share amounts, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Basic EPS
Net income attributable to equity shareholders
$
7,115
$
5,001
Less: Preferred share dividends and distributions on other equity instruments
263
267
Net income attributable to common shareholders
6,852
4,734
Weighted-average common shares outstanding (thousands)
939,352
915,631
Basic EPS
$
7.29
$
5.17
Diluted EPS
Net income attributable to common shareholders
$
6,852
$
4,734
Weighted-average common shares outstanding (thousands)
939,352
915,631
Add: Stock options potentially exercisable (2) (thousands)
2,360
431
Add: Equity-settled consideration (thousands)
–
161
Weighted-average diluted common shares outstanding (thousands)
941,712
916,223
Diluted EPS
$
7.28
$
5.17
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Excludes average options outstanding of 2,551,540 (2023: 6,558,969) with a weighted-average exercise price of $70.05 (2023: $63.39) for the year ended
October 31, 2024, as the options’ exercise prices were greater than the average market price of CIBC’s common shares.
Note 20
Commitments, guarantees and pledged assets
Commitments
Credit-related arrangements
Credit-related arrangements are generally off-balance sheet instruments and are typically entered into to meet the financing needs of clients. In
addition, there are certain exposures for which we could be obligated to extend credit that are not recorded on the consolidated balance sheet. Our
policy of requiring collateral or other security to support credit-related arrangements and the types of security held is generally the same as for
loans. The contract amounts presented below for credit-related arrangements represent the maximum amount of additional credit that we could be
obligated to extend. The contract amounts also represent the additional credit risk amounts should the contracts be fully drawn, the counterparties
default and any collateral held proves to be of no value. As many of these arrangements will expire or terminate without being drawn upon, the
contract amounts are not necessarily indicative of future cash requirements or actual risk of loss.
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023 (1)
Contract amounts
Unutilized credit commitments (2)
$
383,882
$
358,916
Backstop liquidity facilities
23,734
19,314
Standby and performance letters of credit
22,181
20,204
Documentary and commercial letters of credit
183
203
Other commitments to extend credit
10,431
1,704
$
440,411
$
400,341
(1) Certain information has been revised to conform to the current year presentation.
(2) Includes $189.6 billion (2023: $179.2 billion) of personal, home equity and credit card lines, which are unconditionally cancellable at our discretion.
In addition, the client securities lending of the joint ventures which CIBC has with The Bank of New York Mellon totalled $77.6 billion (2023:
$79.5 billion), of which $7.6 billion (2023: $6.6 billion) are transactions between CIBC and the joint ventures. CIBC has provided indemnities to
customers of the joint ventures in respect of securities lending transactions with third parties amounting to $70.0 billion (2023: $68.4 billion).
For further information on the joint ventures, see Note 24.
Unutilized credit commitments
Unutilized credit commitments are the undrawn portion of lending facilities that we have approved to meet the requirements of clients. These lines
may include various conditions that must be satisfied prior to drawdown and include facilities extended in connection with contingent acquisition
financing. The credit risk associated with these lines arises from the possibility that a commitment will be drawn down as a loan at some point in the
future, prior to the expiry of the commitment. The amount of collateral obtained, if deemed necessary, is based on our credit evaluation of the
borrower and may include a charge over the present and future assets of the borrower.
Backstop liquidity facilities
We provide irrevocable backstop liquidity facilities primarily to ABCP conduits. We are the financial services agent for some of these conduits, while
other conduits are administered by third parties. The liquidity facilities for our sponsored ABCP programs, Safe Trust, Sure Trust, Sound Trust,
Stable Trust and Bay Square Funding LLC, require us to repay any maturing ABCP and/or fund any asset purchases that are not funded through
issuance of commercial paper.
Standby and performance letters of credit
These represent an irrevocable obligation to make payments to third parties in the event that clients are unable to meet their contractual financial or
performance obligations. The credit risk associated with these instruments is essentially the same as that involved in extending irrevocable loan
commitments to clients. The amount of collateral obtained, if deemed necessary, is based on our credit evaluation of the borrower and may include
a charge over present and future assets of the borrower.
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Documentary and commercial letters of credit
Documentary and commercial letters of credit are short-term instruments issued on behalf of a client, authorizing a third-party, such as an exporter,
to draw drafts on CIBC up to a specified amount, subject to specific terms and conditions. We are at risk for any drafts drawn that are not ultimately
settled by the client; however, the amounts drawn are collateralized by the related goods.
Other commitments to extend credit
These represent other commitments to extend credit, and primarily include forward-dated securities financing trades in the form of securities
purchased under resale agreements with various counterparties that are executed on or before the end of our reporting period and that settle
shortly after period end, usually within five business days.
Other commitments
As an investor in merchant banking activities, we enter into commitments to fund external private equity funds. In connection with these activities, we
had commitments to invest up to $528 million (2023: $581 million).
In addition, we act as underwriter for certain new issuances under which we alone or together with a syndicate of financial institutions
purchase these new issuances for resale to investors. As at October 31, 2024, the related underwriting commitments were $464 million (2023:
$12 million).
Guarantees and other indemnification agreements
Guarantees
A guarantee is a contract that requires the issuer to make specified payments to reimburse the holder for a loss it incurs because a specified debtor
failed to make payment when due in accordance with the original or modified terms of a debt instrument. Guarantees include standby and
performance letters of credit as discussed above, and credit derivatives protection sold, as discussed in Note 12.
Other indemnification agreements
In the ordinary course of business, we enter into contractual arrangements under which we may agree to indemnify the counterparty to such
arrangement from any losses relating to a breach of representations and warranties, a failure to perform certain covenants, or for claims or losses
arising from certain external events as outlined within the particular contract. This may include, for example, losses arising from changes in tax
legislation, litigation, or claims relating to past performance. In addition, we indemnify each of our directors and officers to the extent permitted by
law, against any and all claims or losses (including any amounts paid in settlement of any such claims) incurred as a result of their service to CIBC.
In most indemnities, maximum loss clauses are generally not provided for, and as a result, no defined limit of the maximum potential liability exists.
Amounts are accrued when we have a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of a past event, when it is both probable that an outflow of
economic benefits will be required to resolve the matter, and when a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. We believe that
the likelihood of the conditions arising to trigger obligations under these contract arrangements is remote. Historically, any payments made in
respect of these contracts have not been significant. Amounts related to these indemnifications, representations, and warranties reflected within the
consolidated financial statements as at October 31, 2024 and 2023 are not significant.
Pledged assets
In the normal course of business, on- and off-balance sheet assets are pledged as collateral for various activities. The following table summarizes
asset pledging amounts and the activities to which they relate:
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Assets pledged in relation to:
Securities lending
$
63,072
$
54,870
Obligations related to securities sold under repurchase agreements
109,151
89,971
Obligations related to securities sold short
21,642
18,666
Securitizations
20,105
18,504
Covered bonds
39,257
33,628
Derivatives
24,200
22,245
Foreign governments and central banks (1)
560
862
Clearing systems, payment systems, and depositories (2)
1,605
999
Other
11
13
$
279,603
$
239,758
(1) Includes assets pledged to maintain access to central bank facilities in foreign jurisdictions.
(2) Includes assets pledged in order to participate in clearing and payment systems and depositories.
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Note 21
Contingent liabilities and provisions
In the ordinary course of its business, CIBC is a party to a number of legal proceedings, including regulatory investigations, in which claims for
substantial monetary damages are asserted against CIBC and its subsidiaries. Legal provisions are established if, in the opinion of management, it
is both probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to resolve the matter, and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of
the obligation. If the reliable estimate of probable loss involves a range of potential outcomes within which a specific amount appears to be a better
estimate, that amount is accrued. If no specific amount within the range of potential outcomes appears to be a better estimate than any other
amount, the mid-point in the range is accrued. In some instances, however, it is not possible either to determine whether an obligation is probable or
to reliably estimate the amount of loss, in which case no accrual can be made.
While there is inherent difficulty in predicting the outcome of legal proceedings, based on current knowledge and in consultation with legal
counsel, we do not expect the outcome of these matters, individually or in aggregate, to have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial
statements. However, the outcome of these matters, individually or in aggregate, may be material to our operating results for a particular reporting
period. We regularly assess the adequacy of CIBC’s litigation accruals and make the necessary adjustments to incorporate new information as it
becomes available. Tax examinations and disputes are excluded. Income tax matters are addressed in Note 18.
CIBC considers losses to be reasonably possible when they are neither probable nor remote. It is reasonably possible that CIBC may incur
losses in addition to the amounts recorded when the loss accrued is the mid-point of a range of reasonably possible losses, or the potential loss
pertains to a matter in which an unfavourable outcome is reasonably possible but not probable.
CIBC believes the estimate of the aggregate range of reasonably possible losses, in excess of the amounts accrued, for its significant legal
proceedings, where it is possible to make such an estimate, is from nil to approximately $0.7 billion as at October 31, 2024. This estimated
aggregate range of reasonably possible losses is based upon currently available information for those significant proceedings in which CIBC is
involved, taking into account CIBC’s best estimate of such losses for those cases for which an estimate can be made. CIBC’s estimate involves
significant judgment, given the varying stages of the proceedings and the existence of multiple defendants in many of such proceedings whose
share of the liability has yet to be determined. The range does not include potential punitive damages. The matters underlying the estimated range
as at October 31, 2024 consist of the significant legal matters disclosed below. The matters underlying the estimated range will change from time to
time, and actual losses may vary significantly from the current estimate. For certain matters, CIBC does not believe that an estimate can currently be
made as many of them are in preliminary stages and certain matters have no specific amount claimed. Consequently, these matters are not
included in the range.
The following is a description of CIBC’s significant legal proceedings, which we intend to vigorously defend.
Fresco v. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
Gaudet v. Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
In June 2007, two proposed class actions were filed against CIBC in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Fresco) and in the Quebec Superior
Court (Gaudet). Each made identical claims for unpaid overtime for full-time, part-time, and retail frontline non-management employees. The Ontario
action sought $500 million in damages plus $100 million in punitive damages for all employees in Canada, while the Quebec action was limited to
employees in Quebec and was stayed pending the outcome of the Ontario action. In June 2009, in the Ontario action, the motion judge denied
certification of the matter as a class action. In September 2010, the Ontario Divisional Court upheld the motion judge’s denial of the plaintiff’s
certification motion and the award of costs to CIBC by a two-to-one majority. In January 2011, the Ontario Court of Appeal granted the plaintiff leave
to appeal the decision denying certification. In June 2012, the Ontario Court of Appeal overturned the lower court and granted certification of the
matter as a class action. The Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in March 2013 denying CIBC leave to appeal certification of the matter
as a class action, and denying the plaintiff’s cross appeal on aggregate damages. The motions for summary judgment on liability were heard in
December 2019. In March 2020, the court found CIBC liable for unpaid overtime. CIBC appealed the liability decision. A decision on remedies was
released in August 2020 and the court certified aggregate damages as a common issue and directed that the availability and quantum, if any, of
aggregate damages be determined at a later date. The plaintiffs’ claim for punitive damages was dismissed. In October 2020, the court released its
decision on limitation periods finding that limitation periods could not be determined on a class-wide basis. CIBC appealed the decisions on
remedies and limitation periods. The appeal was heard in September 2021. In February 2022, CIBC’s appeal was dismissed. In October 2022, a
settlement agreement was reached, subject to court approval. In March 2023 and May 2023, the settlement was approved in Ontario and Quebec,
respectively. The matter closed in 2023, upon payment of $153 million to the plaintiffs, pursuant to the settlement.
Cerberus Capital Management L.P. v. CIBC
In November 2015, Securitized Asset Funding 2011-2, LTD., a special purpose investment vehicle affiliated with Cerberus Capital Management L.P.
(collectively, Cerberus), commenced a New York State Court action against CIBC seeking unspecified damages of “at least hundreds of millions of
dollars”. The action related to two transactions in 2008 and 2011 in which CIBC issued a limited recourse note and certificate to Cerberus which
significantly reduced CIBC’s exposure to the U.S. residential real estate market. The complaint alleged that CIBC breached its contracts with
Cerberus by failing to appropriately calculate and pay with respect to two of the payment streams due under the 2008 note and 2011 certificate. In
September 2021, CIBC filed a motion for summary judgment, which was heard in December 2021, and denied. The non-jury trial proceeded in
March 2022. The court reserved its decision. The trial decision was released on December 1, 2022 finding CIBC liable. A damages hearing
proceeded on December 19, 2022. In January 2023, the court set damages in the amount of US$491 million plus pre-judgment interest. On
February 6, 2023, the court entered the final judgment in the amount of US$856 million including pre-judgment interest as of February 6, 2023.
Post-judgment interest would have accrued on the amount of the final judgment. In February 2023, the parties settled this matter. Pursuant to the
settlement, the matter closed upon a payment by CIBC of US$770 million ($1,055 million pre-tax or $762 million after-tax) to Cerberus in full
satisfaction of the judgment.
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Order Execution Only class actions:
Pozgaj v. CIBC and CIBC Trust
Frayce v. BMO Investorline Inc., et al.
Michaud v. BBS Securities Inc., et al.
Ciardullo v. 1832 Asset Management L.P., et al.
Ciardullo and Aggarwal v. 1832 Asset Management L.P., et al.
Woodard v. CIBC and CIBC Trust
In September 2018, a proposed class action (Pozgaj) was filed in the Ontario Superior Court against CIBC and CIBC Trust. It alleges that the
defendants should not have paid mutual fund trailing commissions to order execution only dealers. The action is brought on behalf of all persons
who held units of CIBC mutual funds through order execution only dealers and seeks $200 million in damages. Pozgaj was certified as a class
action in January 2024.
In 2020, two proposed class actions were filed in the Ontario Superior Court (Frayce) and the Supreme Court of British Columbia (Michaud)
against CIBC Investor Services Inc. and several other dealers. The proposed actions allege that the defendants should not have received and
accepted trailing commissions for service and advice on mutual funds purchased through their respective order execution only dealers. The
proposed actions are brought on behalf of all persons who purchased units of mutual funds through an order execution only dealer owned by one or
more of the defendants and seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages. The Michaud action has been stayed. The motion for
certification in Frayce was heard in September 2022, and in January 2023, the court released its decision dismissing the motion for certification. The
plaintiffs appealed the certification decision in Frayce, and in January 2024, the Ontario Divisional Court dismissed the plaintiff’s appeal of the
decision denying certification in Frayce. In February 2024, the plaintiff filed leave to appeal the decision in Frayce. In September 2024, the Court of
Appeal denied the plaintiff’s motion for leave to appeal in Frayce. The plaintiff did not seek leave to appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada and this
matter was closed.
In July and August 2022, two proposed class actions (Ciardullo and Ciardullo and Aggarwal) were filed in the Ontario Superior Court against
CIBC, CIBC Trust and several other financial institutions. Like the Pozgaj action, these actions allege that the defendants should not have paid
mutual fund trailing commissions to order execution only dealers. However, the actions are brought on behalf of all persons who held units of CIBC
mutual funds through dealers other than order execution only dealers. They seek unspecified damages. In November 2022, a further proposed
class action (Woodard) was filed in the Ontario Superior Court with a new proposed representative plaintiff. Woodard raises identical allegations to
Ciardullo and Ciardullo and Aggarwal, on behalf of an identical class, but only names CIBC and CIBC Trust as defendants. In August 2023, the
Ciardullo, Ciardullo and Aggarwal, and Woodard actions were temporarily stayed pending a decision on liability in the Pozgaj action. The Ciardullo
and Ciardullo and Aggarwal actions have been discontinued. The temporary stay of the Woodard action has been lifted. In Woodard, the motion to
dismiss which was scheduled for October 2024 has been adjourned.
York County on Behalf of the County of York Retirement Fund v. Rambo, et al.
In February 2019, a class action complaint was filed in the Northern District of California against the directors, certain officers and the underwriters
of several senior note offerings of the Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) that took place between March 2016 and April 2018, the total
issuance amount for the series of offerings being approximately US$4 billion. CIBC World Markets Corp. was part of the underwriting syndicate for
an offering, whereby CIBC World Markets Corp. underwrote 6% of a US$650 million December 2016 issuance of senior notes. The offering involved
the issuance of two tranches of notes: US$400 million of 30-year senior notes maturing in December 2046 and US$250 million of one-year floating
rate notes that matured and were repaid in November 2017. The complaint alleges that the disclosure documentation associated with the note
offerings contained misrepresentations and/or omissions of material facts, including with respect to PG&E’s failure to comply with various safety
regulations, vegetation management programs and requirements, as well as understating the extent to which its equipment has allegedly caused
multiple fires in California, including before the wildfires that occurred in California in 2017 and 2018. In October 2019, the defendants filed a motion
to dismiss.
Pope v. CIBC, CIBC Trust, and CIBC Asset Management Inc.
In August 2020, a proposed class action was filed in the Supreme Court of British Columbia against CIBC and CIBC Trust. The action alleges that
the defendants misrepresented their investment strategy and charged unitholders excess fees in relation to certain CIBC mutual funds and certain
CIBC portfolio funds. The action is brought on behalf of all persons who hold or held units of these funds from January 2005 to present and seeks
unspecified compensatory and punitive damages. In December 2020, CIBC Asset Management Inc. was added as a defendant. The motion for
class certification was heard in August 2021. In October 2022, the court ruled that the plaintiff was required to provide additional information before
a final determination on certification could be made. In January 2023, the plaintiffs delivered a draft amended Statement of Claim. The motion to rule
on the plaintiffs’ proposed amendments to the Statement of Claim, which was scheduled for July 2023, has been adjourned.
Salko v. CIBC Investor Services Inc., et al.
In March 2021, a proposed class action was commenced in Quebec against CIBC Investor Services Inc. and several other financial institutions. The
plaintiff subsequently added CIBC World Markets Inc. and additional financial institutions as defendants. The action seeks the reimbursement of
currency conversion fees alleged to have been unlawfully charged to class members and concealed by the defendants, as well as exemplary and
punitive damages. The plaintiffs seek reimbursement of fees charged to clients since March 15, 2018, as well as punitive damages in the amount of
5% of the total sum of fees charged to class members, plus interest. The certification motion was heard in April 2022. In September 2022, the action
was certified against CIBC Investor Services Inc. and several other order execution only dealers, and not certified against the full service
brokerages, including CIBC World Markets Inc. The plaintiffs are appealing the certification decision. The plaintiffs’ appeal of the certification
decision was heard in December 2023. The court reserved its decision.
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The Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) of J.T.G v. His Majesty The King
CIBC Trust Corporation is the trustee of a self-directed RRSP that has been the subject of proceedings in the Tax Court of Canada. The proceedings
arise from appeals of tax assessments made by the Minister of National Revenue against the RRSP for the 2004 to 2009 taxation years under Parts I
and XI.1 of the Income Tax Act (Canada). At the time they were made in March 2013, the Part I assessment amounted to approximately $139 million
and the Part XI.1 reassessment totalled approximately $144 million, in each case including all taxes, penalties and interest. In April 2021, the Tax
Court of Canada released a decision allowing the appeal in part of the assessment under Part I and dismissing the appeal of the reassessment
under Part XI.1. The RRSP by its trustee CIBC Trust has appealed this decision to the Federal Court of Appeal. To the extent there is a shortfall in the
RRSP’s ability to satisfy any of the Part XI.1 reassessment that may be upheld by the courts, CIBC Trust may be liable to pay a portion of that
reassessment. The appeal was heard in May 2023. The court reserved its decision.
Non-sufficient funds fees class actions:
Vaillancourt-Thivierge v. Bank of Montreal, et al.
Campbell v. CIBC
In September 2016, a proposed class action (Vaillancourt-Thivierge) was commenced in Quebec against CIBC and several other financial
institutions with respect to charging non-sufficient funds fees (NSF Fees) for client payment orders refused due to insufficient funds. The action
alleges that NSF Fees violate the Quebec Consumer Protection Act and the Quebec Civil Code. The action is brought on behalf of residents of
Quebec who paid NSF fees from September 12, 2013 to present. The action seeks the return of NSF fees charged as well as punitive damages of
$300 per class member. The court certified the matter as a class action in 2019.
In September 2022, a proposed class action (Campbell) was commenced in Ontario against CIBC on behalf of personal deposit
accountholders who have been charged duplicative non-sufficient fund fees (representment NSF Fees) on their account for a single rejected
payment order or cheque. The action alleges that this practice violates our account agreement with clients, the Ontario Consumer Protection Act
and other consumer protection statutes. The action is brought on behalf of residents of Canada who paid representment NSF Fees from
January 1, 2012 to present. The action seeks the return of the representment NSF Fees charged, as well as punitive damages. The matter was
certified as a class action in June 2024.
Quantum Biopharma LTD.
In October 2024, CIBC World Markets Inc. and RBC Dominion Securities Inc., were named in a complaint filed in the U.S. District Court located in
the Southern District of New York. The complaint, brought by Quantum Biopharma LTD alleges that the defendants or their customers used
“spoofing,” an unlawful trading practice, to manipulate the market price of its shares between January 1, 2020, and August 15, 2024. The complaint
further alleges that the defendants failed to fulfill their gatekeeping responsibilities by not designing, monitoring, and/or enforcing a system of risk
management and supervisory controls, policies, and procedures that ensured their customers and traders did not manipulate the market, and
complied with all applicable rules, regulations and laws. The plaintiff claims US$700 million in damages against the defendants.
Harrington Global Opportunity Fund v. CIBC World Markets Inc.
In 2021, Harrington Global Opportunity Fund Ltd., a Bermuda based hedge fund brought suit against CIBC World Markets Inc. and certain other
defendants in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. In November 2022, the plaintiff filed an amended complaint to
add allegations seeking to hold defendants liable for trading by its customers. As against CIBC, the plaintiff claims that a CIBC customer allegedly
spoofed the market by entering non-bona fide baiting (sell) orders through CIBC’s direct market access platform in Canada, with intent to artificially
depress the stock price of this inter-listed stock, and seeks to hold CIBC primarily responsible. The claim seeks unspecified damages.
Legal provisions
The following table presents changes in our legal provisions:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Balance at beginning of year
$
140
$
275
Additional new provisions recognized
41
1,098
Less:
Amounts incurred and charged against existing provisions
(70)
(1,198)
Unused amounts reversed and other adjustments (1)
(3)
(35)
Balance at end of year
$
108
$
140
(1) Includes foreign currency translation adjustments.
Restructuring
The following table presents changes in the restructuring provision:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Balance at beginning of year
$
10
$
35
Additional new provisions recognized
21
6
Less:
Amounts incurred and charged against existing provisions
(20)
(27)
Unused amounts reversed
(3)
(4)
Balance at end of year
$
8
$
10
The amount of $8 million as at October 31, 2024 primarily represents obligations related to ongoing payments as a result of the restructurings.
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Note 22
Concentration of credit risk
Concentration of credit exposure may arise with a group of counterparties that have similar economic characteristics or are located in the same
geographic region. The ability of such counterparties to meet contractual obligations would be similarly affected by changing economic, political or
other conditions.
The amounts of credit exposure associated with our on- and off-balance sheet financial instruments are summarized in the following table:
Credit exposure by country of ultimate risk
$ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023
Canada
U.S.
Other
countries
Total
Canada
U.S.
Other
countries
Total
On-balance sheet
Major assets (1)(2)(3)
$
627,621 $
259,280 $
110,984
$
997,885
$
604,145
$
239,201
$
91,951
$
935,297
Off-balance sheet
Credit-related arrangements (4)
Financial institutions
$
46,567 $
31,083 $
6,522
$
84,172
$
31,849
$
25,917
$
4,964
$
62,730
Governments
10,913
153
15
11,081
10,103
82
33
10,218
Retail
199,324
1,125
525
200,974
189,006
1,072
511
190,589
Corporate
80,644
49,994
13,546
144,184
79,461
44,886
12,457
136,804
$
337,448 $
82,355 $
20,608
$
440,411
$
310,419
$
71,957
$
17,965
$
400,341
(1) Major assets consist of cash and deposits with banks, loans and acceptances net of allowance for credit losses, securities, securities borrowed or purchased under resale
agreements, and derivative instruments.
(2) Includes Canadian currency of $596.4 billion (2023: $573.1 billion) and foreign currencies of $401.5 billion (2023: $362.2 billion).
(3) No industry or foreign jurisdiction accounted for 10% or more of loans and acceptances net of allowance for credit losses, with the exception of the U.S., which accounted
for 15% as at October 31, 2024 (2023: 15%) and the real estate and construction industry, which across all jurisdictions accounted for 10% as at October 31, 2024 (2023:
11%). Canadian residential mortgages accounted for 49% as at October 31, 2024 (2023: 50%) of loans and acceptances net of allowance for credit losses.
(4) Certain information has been revised to conform to the current year presentation.
See Note 12 for derivative instruments by country and counterparty type of ultimate risk. In addition, see Note 20 for details on the client securities
lending of the joint ventures which CIBC has with The Bank of New York Mellon.
Also see the shaded sections in “MD&A – Management of risk” for a detailed discussion on our credit risk.
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Note 23
Related-party transactions
In the ordinary course of business, we provide banking services and enter into transactions with related parties on terms similar to those offered to
unrelated parties. Related parties include key management personnel(1), their close family members, and entities that they or their close family
members control or jointly control. Related parties also include associates and joint ventures accounted for under the equity method, and post-
employment benefit plans for CIBC employees. Loans to these related parties are made in the ordinary course of business and on substantially the
same terms as for comparable transactions with unrelated parties. As CIBC’s subsidiaries are consolidated, transactions with these entities have
been eliminated and are not reported as related-party transactions. We offer a subsidy on annual fees and preferential interest rates on credit card
balances to senior officers, which is the same offer extended to all employees of CIBC.
Key management personnel and their affiliates
As at October 31, 2024, loans to key management personnel(1) and their close family members and to entities that they or their close family
members control or jointly control totalled $35 million (2023: $35 million), letters of credit and guarantees were nil (2023: nil), and undrawn credit
commitments totalled $30 million (2023: $25 million). Of these outstanding balances, $33 million (2023: $34 million) were secured and $2 million
(2023: $1 million) were unsecured. We have no provision for credit losses on impaired loans relating to these amounts for the years ended
October 31, 2024 and 2023. Loans to these related parties are made in the ordinary course of business and on substantially the same terms as for
comparable transactions with unrelated parties. We offer a subsidy on annual fees and preferential interest rates on credit card balances to senior
officers which is the same offer extended to all employees of CIBC.
(1) Key management personnel are defined as those persons having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of CIBC directly or
indirectly and comprise the members of the Board (referred to as directors), Executive Committee and certain named officers per the Bank Act (Canada) (collectively
referred to as senior officers). Board members who are also Executive Committee members are included as senior officers.
Compensation of key management personnel
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Directors
Senior
officers
Directors
Senior
officers
Short-term benefits (1)
$
2
$
20
$
2
$
19
Post-employment benefits
–
2
–
2
Share-based benefits (2)
2
35
2
32
Termination benefits (3)
–
1
–
1
Total compensation
$
4
$
58
$
4
$
54
(1) Comprises salaries, statutory and non-statutory benefits related to senior officers and fees related to directors recognized during the year. Also includes annual incentive
plan payments related to senior officers on a cash basis.
(2) Comprises grant-date fair values of awards granted in the year.
(3) Comprises payments made in the period to key management personnel and former key management personnel.
Refer to the following Notes for additional details on related-party transactions:
Share-based payment plans
See Note 16 for details of these plans offered to directors and senior officers.
Post-employment benefit plans
See Note 17 for related-party transactions between CIBC and the post-employment benefit plans.
Equity-accounted associates and joint ventures
See Note 24 for details of our investments in equity-accounted associates and joint ventures.
180 CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT
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Note 24
Investments in equity-accounted associates and joint ventures
Joint ventures
CIBC is a 50/50 joint venture partner with The Bank of New York Mellon in two joint ventures: CIBC Mellon Trust Company and CIBC Mellon Global
Securities Services Company Inc. (collectively referred to as CIBC Mellon), which provide trust and asset servicing, both in Canada. As at
October 31, 2024, the carrying value of our investments in the joint ventures was $640 million (2023: $532 million), which was included in Corporate
and Other. On November 1, 2024, CIBC Mellon Global Securities Services Company Inc. and CIBC Mellon Trust Company were amalgamated to
form a single entity, CIBC Mellon Trust Company, with no impact to our consolidated financial statements.
As at October 31, 2024, loans to the joint ventures totalled nil (2023: nil) and undrawn credit commitments totalled $138 million (2023:
$131 million).
CIBC, The Bank of New York Mellon, and CIBC Mellon have, jointly and severally, provided indemnities to customers of the joint ventures in
respect of securities lending transactions. See Note 20 for additional details.
There was no unrecognized share of losses of any joint ventures, either for the year or cumulatively. In 2024 and 2023, none of our joint
ventures experienced any significant restrictions to transfer funds in the form of cash dividends or distributions, or repayment of loans or advances.
The following table provides the summarized aggregate financial information related to our proportionate interest in the equity-accounted joint
ventures:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Net income
$
68
$
46
OCI
113
61
Total comprehensive income
$
181
$
107
Associates
As at October 31, 2024, the total carrying value of our investments in associates was $145 million (2023: $137 million). These investments are
unlisted associates with a fair value of $253 million (2023: $240 million), based on non-observable valuation inputs categorized as Level 3 valuation
inputs within the fair value hierarchy. Of the total carrying value of our investments in associates, $39 million (2023: $19 million) was included in
Canadian Personal and Business Banking, $23 million (2023: $33 million) in Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, nil (2023: nil)
in U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, $45 million (2023: $42 million) in Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services, and
$38 million (2023: $43 million) in Corporate and Other.
As at October 31, 2024, loans to associates totalled nil (2023: nil) and undrawn credit commitments totalled $5 million (2023: $1 million). We
also had commitments to invest up to nil (2023: nil) in our associates.
There was an unrecognized share of losses for associates of $6 million (2023: nil) for the year and $6 million (2023: nil) cumulatively. In 2024
and 2023, none of our associates experienced any significant restrictions to transfer funds in the form of cash dividends or distributions, or
repayment of loans or advances.
The following table provides the summarized aggregate financial information related to our proportionate interest in equity-accounted
associates:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Net income (loss)
$
11
$
(16)
OCI
–
5
Total comprehensive income (loss)
$
11
$
(11)
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Note 25
Significant subsidiaries
The following is a list of significant subsidiaries in which CIBC, either directly or indirectly, owns 100% of the voting shares, except where noted.
$ millions, as at October 31, 2024
Subsidiary name (1)
Address of head
or principal office
Book value of
shares owned
by CIBC (2)
Canada and U.S.
CIBC Asset Management Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
$
444
CIBC BA Limited
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
– (3)
CIBC Bancorp USA Inc.
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
10,595
Canadian Imperial Holdings Inc.
New York, New York, U.S.
CIBC Inc.
New York, New York, U.S.
CIBC World Markets Corp.
New York, New York, U.S.
CIBC Bank USA
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
CIBC Private Wealth Group, LLC
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
CIBC Delaware Trust Company
Wilmington, Delaware, U.S.
CIBC National Trust Company
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
CIBC Private Wealth Advisors, Inc.
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
CIBC Investor Services Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
25
CIBC Life Insurance Company Limited
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
23
CIBC Mortgages Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
230
CIBC Securities Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
72
CIBC Trust Corporation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
591
CIBC World Markets Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
306
CIBC Wood Gundy Financial Services Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
CIBC Wood Gundy Financial Services (Quebec) Inc.
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
INTRIA Items Inc.
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
100
International
CIBC Australia Ltd
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
19
CIBC Capital Markets (Europe) S.A.
Luxembourg
1,207
CIBC Cayman Holdings Limited
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
1,742
CIBC Cayman Bank Limited
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
CIBC Cayman Capital Limited
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
CIBC Cayman Reinsurance Limited
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
CIBC Investments (Cayman) Limited
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
2,820
CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited (91.7%) (4)
Warrens, St. Michael, Barbados
CIBC Caribbean Bank and Trust Company (Cayman) Limited (91.7%)
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
CIBC Fund Administration Services (Asia) Limited (91.7%)
Hong Kong, China
CIBC Caribbean Bank (Bahamas) Limited (87.3%)
Nassau, The Bahamas
Sentry Insurance Brokers Ltd. (87.3%)
Nassau, The Bahamas
CIBC Caribbean Bank (Barbados) Limited (91.7%)
Warrens, St. Michael, Barbados
CIBC Caribbean Bank (Cayman) Limited (91.7%)
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
FirstCaribbean International Finance Corporation (Netherlands Antilles) N.V. (91.7%)
Curacao, Netherlands Antilles
FirstCaribbean International Bank (Curacao) N.V. (91.7%)
Curacao, Netherlands Antilles
CIBC Caribbean Bank (Jamaica) Limited (91.7%)
Kingston, Jamaica
CIBC Caribbean Bank (Trinidad and Tobago) Limited (91.7%)
Maraval, Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago
CIBC Caribbean Trust Company (Bahamas) Limited (91.7%)
Nassau, The Bahamas
CIBC Caribbean Wealth Management Bank (Barbados) Limited (91.7%)
Warrens, St. Michael, Barbados
CIBC World Markets (Japan) Inc.
Tokyo, Japan
48
(1) Each subsidiary is incorporated or organized under the laws of the state or country in which the principal office is situated, except for Canadian Imperial Holdings Inc.,
CIBC Inc., CIBC World Markets Corp., CIBC Private Wealth Group, LLC, CIBC Private Wealth Advisors, Inc., and CIBC Bancorp USA Inc., which were incorporated or
organized under the laws of the State of Delaware, U.S.; CIBC National Trust Company, which was organized under the laws of the U.S.; and CIBC World Markets (Japan)
Inc., which was incorporated in Barbados.
(2) The book value of shares of subsidiaries is shown at cost and may include non-voting common and preferred shares. These amounts are eliminated upon consolidation.
(3) The book value of shares owned by CIBC is less than $1 million.
(4) In 2024, FirstCaribbean International Bank Limited and its subsidiaries were rebranded under the CIBC Caribbean name. FirstCaribbean International Bank Limited,
FirstCaribbean International Bank and Trust Company (Cayman) Limited, FirstCaribbean International Bank (Bahamas) Limited, FirstCaribbean International Bank
(Barbados) Limited, FirstCaribbean International Bank (Cayman) Limited, FirstCaribbean International Bank (Jamaica) Limited, FirstCaribbean International Bank
(Trinidad & Tobago) Limited, FirstCaribbean International Trust Company (Bahamas) Limited, and FirstCaribbean International Wealth Management Bank (Barbados)
Limited were renamed to CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited, CIBC Caribbean Bank and Trust Company (Cayman) Limited, CIBC Caribbean Bank (Bahamas) Limited,
CIBC Caribbean Bank (Barbados) Limited, CIBC Caribbean Bank (Cayman) Limited, CIBC Caribbean Bank (Jamaica) Limited, CIBC Caribbean Bank (Trinidad and
Tobago) Limited, CIBC Caribbean Trust Company (Bahamas) Limited, and CIBC Caribbean Wealth Management Bank (Barbados) Limited, respectively.
In addition to the above, we consolidate certain SEs where we have control over the SE. See Note 6 for additional details.
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Note 26
Financial instruments – disclosures
Certain disclosures required by IFRS 7 are provided in the shaded sections of the “MD&A – Management of risk”, as permitted by IFRS. The
following table provides a cross referencing of those disclosures in the MD&A.
Description
Section
For each type of risk arising from financial instruments, an entity shall disclose: the exposure to risks and how they
arise; objectives, policies and processes used for managing the risks; methods used to measure the risk; and
description of collateral.
Risk overview
Credit risk
Market risk
Liquidity risk
Operational risk
Reputation and legal risks
Conduct risk
Regulatory compliance risk
Credit risk: gross exposure to credit risk, credit quality and concentration of exposures.
Credit risk
Market risk: trading portfolios – Value-at-Risk; non-trading portfolios – interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk and
equity risk.
Market risk
Liquidity risk: liquid assets, maturity of financial assets and liabilities, and credit commitments.
Liquidity risk
We have provided quantitative disclosures related to credit risk consistent with Basel guidelines in the “Credit risk” section of the MD&A. The table
below sets out the categories of the on-balance sheet exposures that are subject to the credit risk framework as set out in the CAR Guideline issued
by OSFI under the different Basel approaches based on the carrying value of those exposures in our consolidated financial statements. The credit
risk framework includes CCR exposures arising from OTC derivatives, repo-style transactions and trades cleared through CCPs, as well as
securitization exposures. Items not subject to the credit risk framework include exposures that are subject to the market risk framework, amounts
that are not subject to capital requirements or are subject to deduction from capital, and amounts relating to CIBC’s insurance subsidiaries, which
are excluded from the scope of regulatory consolidation.
$ millions, as at October 31
IRB
approach
Standardized
approach
Other
credit risk (1)
Securitization
approach
Total
subject to
credit risk
Not
subject to
credit risk
Total
consolidated
balance sheet
2024
Cash and deposits with banks
$
42,869
$
2,941 $
2,254
$
–
$
48,064
$
–
$
48,064
Securities
144,993
5,156
–
2,976
153,125
101,220
254,345
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
15,934
1,094
–
–
17,028
–
17,028
Securities purchased under resale
agreements
56,853
–
–
1,891
58,744
24,977
83,721
Loans
524,427
15,477
1,240
18,545
559,689
2,514
562,203
Allowance for credit losses
(3,607)
(310)
–
–
(3,917)
–
(3,917)
Derivative instruments
36,435
–
–
–
36,435
–
36,435
Customers’ liability under acceptances
6
–
–
–
6
–
6
Other assets
21,733
135
8,613
97
30,578
13,522
44,100
Total credit exposures
$
839,643
$
24,493 $
12,107
$
23,509
$
899,752
$
142,233
$
1,041,985
2023 (2)(3)
Total credit exposures
$
774,042
$
90,815 $
10,915
$
18,168
$
893,940
$
81,750
$
975,690
(1) Includes credit risk exposures arising from other assets that are subject to the credit risk framework but are not included in the standardized or IRB frameworks, including
other balance sheet assets which are risk-weighted at 100%, significant investments in the capital of non-financial institutions, and amounts below the thresholds for capital
deduction that are risk-weighted at 250%.
(2) Certain prior year information has been restated to conform to the current year presentation.
(3) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
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Note 27
Offsetting financial assets and liabilities
The following table identifies the amounts that have been offset on the consolidated balance sheet in accordance with the requirements of IAS 32
“Financial Instruments: Presentation”, and also those amounts that are subject to enforceable netting agreements but do not qualify for offsetting on
the consolidated balance sheet either because we do not have a currently enforceable legal right to set-off the recognized amounts, or because we
do not intend to settle on a net basis or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Amounts subject to enforceable netting agreements
Gross
amounts of
recognized
financial
instruments
Gross
amounts
offset on the
consolidated
balance sheet (1)
Related amounts not set-off on
the consolidated balance sheet
Amounts not
subject to
enforceable
netting
agreements (4)
Net amounts
presented on
the consolidated
balance sheet
$ millions, as at October 31
Net
amounts
Financial
instruments (2)
Collateral
received (3)
Net
amounts
2024 Financial assets
Derivatives
$
29,965
$
(40) $
29,925
$ (21,777) $
(4,394) $
3,754
$ 6,510
$
36,435
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
17,028
–
17,028
–
(14,432)
2,596
–
17,028
Securities purchased under resale
agreements
86,497
(2,776)
83,721
–
(80,010)
3,711
–
83,721
$ 133,490
$ (2,816) $ 130,674
$ (21,777) $
(98,836) $ 10,061
$ 6,510
$ 137,184
Financial liabilities
Derivatives
$
35,361
$
(40) $
35,321
$ (21,777) $
(7,842) $
5,702
$ 5,333
$
40,654
Cash collateral on securities lent
7,997
–
7,997
–
(5,169)
2,828
–
7,997
Obligations related to securities sold
under repurchase agreements
112,929
(2,776)
110,153
–
(109,368)
785
–
110,153
$ 156,287
$ (2,816) $ 153,471
$ (21,777) $ (122,379) $
9,315
$ 5,333
$ 158,804
2023 Financial assets
Derivatives
$
30,610
$
(49) $
30,561
$ (21,787) $
(2,184) $
6,590
$ 2,682
$
33,243
Cash collateral on securities borrowed
14,651
–
14,651
–
(13,236)
1,415
–
14,651
Securities purchased under resale
agreements
83,454
(3,270)
80,184
–
(75,851)
4,333
–
80,184
$ 128,715
$ (3,319) $ 125,396
$ (21,787) $
(91,271) $ 12,338
$ 2,682
$ 128,078
Financial liabilities
Derivatives
$
38,349
$
(49) $
38,300
$ (21,787) $
(7,367) $
9,146
$ 2,990
$
41,290
Cash collateral on securities lent
8,081
–
8,081
–
(7,182)
899
–
8,081
Obligations related to securities sold
under repurchase agreements
90,388
(3,270)
87,118
–
(86,645)
473
–
87,118
$ 136,818
$ (3,319) $ 133,499
$ (21,787) $ (101,194) $ 10,518
$ 2,990
$ 136,489
(1) Comprises amounts related to financial instruments which qualify for offsetting. This amount excludes derivatives which are settled-to-market (STM) as STM derivatives are
settled on a daily basis, resulting in derecognition, rather than offsetting, of the related amounts.
(2) Comprises amounts subject to set-off under enforceable netting agreements, such as ISDA agreements, derivative exchange or clearing counterparty agreements, global
master repurchase agreements, and global master securities lending agreements. Under such arrangements, all outstanding transactions governed by the relevant
agreement can be offset if an event of default or other predetermined event occurs.
(3) Collateral received and pledged amounts are reflected at fair value, but have been limited to the net balance sheet exposure so as not to include any over-collateralization.
(4) Includes exchange-traded derivatives and derivatives which are STM.
The offsetting and collateral arrangements discussed above and other credit risk mitigation strategies used by CIBC are further explained in the
“Credit risk” section of the MD&A. Certain amounts of securities received as collateral are restricted from being sold or re-pledged.
Note 28
Interest income and expense
The table below provides the consolidated interest income and expense by accounting category.
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
Interest
income
Interest
expense
2024
Measured at amortized cost (1)(2)
$
44,748
$
36,253
Debt securities measured at FVOCI (1)
3,709
n/a
Other (3)
3,728
2,237
Total
$
52,185
$
38,490
2023
Measured at amortized cost (1)(2)
$
39,705
$
30,712
Debt securities measured at FVOCI (1)
2,808
n/a
Other (3)
2,506
1,482
Total
$
45,019
$
32,194
(1) Interest income for financial instruments that are measured at amortized cost and debt securities that are measured at FVOCI is calculated using the effective interest rate
method.
(2) Includes interest income on sublease-related assets and interest expense on lease liabilities under IFRS 16.
(3) Includes interest income and expense and dividend income for financial instruments that are mandatorily measured and designated at FVTPL and equity securities
designated at FVOCI.
n/a Not applicable.
184 CIBC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT
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Note 29
Segmented and geographic information
CIBC has four SBUs – Canadian Personal and Business Banking, Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, U.S. Commercial
Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services. These SBUs are supported by Corporate and Other.
Canadian Personal and Business Banking provides personal and business clients across Canada with financial advice, services and solutions
through banking centres, as well as mobile and online channels, to help make their ambitions a reality.
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management provides high-touch, relationship-oriented banking and wealth management services
to middle-market companies, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals and families across Canada, as well as asset management services to
institutional investors.
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management provides tailored, relationship-oriented banking and wealth management solutions across
the U.S., focusing on middle-market and mid-corporate companies, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals and families, as well as operating
personal and small business banking services in six U.S. markets.
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services provides integrated global markets products and services, investment banking and corporate
banking solutions, and top-ranked research to our clients around the world, and leverages CIBC’s digital capabilities to provide a cohesive set of
direct banking, direct investing and innovative multi-currency payment solutions for CIBC’s clients.
Corporate and Other includes the following functional groups – Technology, Infrastructure and Innovation, Risk Management, People, Culture
and Brand, and Finance, as well as other support groups. The expenses of these functional and support groups are generally allocated to the
business lines within the SBUs. Corporate and Other also includes the results of CIBC Caribbean and other portfolio investments, as well as other
income statement and balance sheet items not directly attributable to the business lines.
Effective for the first quarter of 2025, our Simplii Financial direct banking business will be realigned with Canadian Personal and Business
Banking and our Investor’s Edge direct investing business will be realigned with Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. Both
lines of business are included in the 2024 and 2023 financial results for Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services reported below.
Business unit allocations
Revenue, expenses, and other balance sheet resources related to certain activities are generally allocated to the lines of business within the SBUs.
Treasury activities impact the financial results of the SBUs. Each line of business within our SBUs is charged or credited with a market-based
cost of funds on assets and liabilities, respectively, which impacts the revenue performance of the SBUs. This market-based cost of funds takes into
account the cost of maintaining sufficient regulatory capital to support business requirements, including the cost of preferred shares. Once the
interest and liquidity risks inherent in our client-driven assets and liabilities are transfer priced into Treasury, they are managed within CIBC’s risk
framework and limits. Capital is attributed to the SBUs based on the estimated amount of regulatory capital required to support their businesses,
which is intended to consistently measure and align the costs with the underlying benefits and risks associated with SBU activities. Earnings on
unattributed capital remain in Corporate and Other.
We review our transfer pricing methodologies on an ongoing basis to ensure they reflect changing market environments and industry
practices.
We use a Product Owner/Customer Segment/Distributor Channel allocation management model to measure and report the results of
operations of various lines of business within our SBUs. The model uses certain estimates and methodologies to process internal transfers between
the impacted lines of business for sales, renewals and trailer commissions as well as certain attributable costs. Periodically, the sales, renewals and
trailer commission rates paid to customer segments for certain products/services are revised and applied prospectively.
The non-interest expenses of the functional and support groups are generally allocated to the business lines within the SBUs based on
appropriate criteria and methodologies. The basis of allocation is reviewed periodically to reflect changes in support to business lines. Other costs
not directly attributable to business lines remain in Corporate and Other.
We recognize provision for credit losses on both impaired (stage 3) and performing (stages 1 and 2) loans in the respective SBUs.
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Results by reporting segments and geographic areas
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
Canadian
Personal
and Business
Banking (1)
Canadian
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
U.S.
Commercial
Banking
and Wealth
Management
Capital
Markets
and Direct
Financial
Services
Corporate
and Other
CIBC
Total
Canada (1)(2)
U.S. (2) Caribbean (2)
Other
countries (2)
2024 Net interest income (3)
$
7,906
$
2,056
$
1,906 $
1,165 $
662
$
13,695
$
9,095
$
2,569
$
1,865
$
166
Non-interest income (4)(5)
2,335
3,674
899
4,639
364
11,911
8,249
2,265
626
771
Total revenue
10,241
5,730
2,805
5,804
1,026
25,606
17,344
4,834
2,491
937
Provision for credit losses
1,203
122
560
115
1
2,001
1,375
623
1
2
Amortization and impairment (6)
229
2
98
9
832
1,170
956
130
64
20
Other non-interest expenses
5,131
2,939
1,603
2,958
638
13,269
10,108
2,259
607
295
Income (loss) before income
taxes
3,678
2,667
544
2,722
(445)
9,166
4,905
1,822
1,819
620
Income taxes (3)
1,008
729
43
734
(502)
2,012
1,284
422
125
181
Net income
$
2,670
$
1,938
$
501 $
1,988 $
57
$
7,154
$
3,621
$
1,400
$
1,694
$
439
Net income attributable to:
Non-controlling interests
$
–
$
–
$
– $
– $
39
$
39
$
–
$
–
$
39
$
–
Equity shareholders
2,670
1,938
501
1,988
18
7,115
3,621
1,400
1,655
439
Average assets (7)(8)
$ 324,458
$ 94,474
$ 60,820 $ 325,711 $ 199,670
$ 1,005,133
$ 750,500
$ 177,688
$ 52,862
$ 24,083
2023 Net interest income (3)
$
7,247
$
1,812
$
1,889 $
1,942 $
(65) $
12,825
$
8,929
$
2,287
$
1,475
$
134
Non-interest income (4)(5)
2,169
3,591
803
3,546
398
10,507
7,476
1,877
582
572
Total revenue
9,416
5,403
2,692
5,488
333
23,332
16,405
4,164
2,057
706
Provision for (reversal of)
credit losses
986
143
850
19
12
2,010
1,146
853
12
(1)
Amortization and impairment (6)
237
2
115
7
782
1,143
890
144
89
20
Other non-interest expenses
4,937
2,689
1,351
2,714
1,515
13,206
10,411
1,920
622
253
Income (loss) before income
taxes
3,256
2,569
376
2,748
(1,976)
6,973
3,958
1,247
1,334
434
Income taxes (3)
892
691
(3)
762
(408)
1,934
1,361
328
125
120
Net income (loss)
$
2,364
$
1,878
$
379 $
1,986 $
(1,568) $
5,039
$
2,597
$
919
$
1,209
$
314
Net income (loss) attributable to:
Non-controlling interests
$
–
$
–
$
– $
– $
38
$
38
$
–
$
–
$
38
$
–
Equity shareholders
2,364
1,878
379
1,986
(1,606)
5,001
2,597
919
1,171
314
Average assets (7)(8)
$ 319,787
$ 91,630
$ 60,637 $ 287,564 $ 188,503
$
948,121
$ 715,540
$ 163,478
$ 45,782
$ 23,321
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Net income and average assets are allocated based on the geographic location where they are recorded.
(3) Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services net interest income and income taxes include taxable equivalent basis (TEB) adjustments of $16 million (2023: $254 million)
with an equivalent offset in Corporate and Other.
(4) The fee and commission income within non-interest income consists primarily of underwriting and advisory fees, deposit and payment fees, credit fees, card fees,
investment management and custodial fees, mutual fund fees and commissions on securities transactions. Underwriting and advisory fees are earned primarily in Capital
Markets and Direct Financial Services with the remainder earned in Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. Deposit and payment fees are earned
primarily in Canadian Personal and Business Banking, with the remainder earned mainly in Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, Capital Markets and
Direct Financial Services, and Corporate and Other. Credit fees are earned primarily in Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, Capital Markets and
Direct Financial Services, and U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. Card fees are earned primarily in Canadian Personal and Business Banking, with the
remainder earned mainly in Corporate and Other. Investment management and custodial fees are earned primarily in Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth
Management and U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, with the remainder earned mainly in Corporate and Other. Mutual fund fees are earned primarily in
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management and U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. Commissions on securities transactions are earned
primarily in Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services, and Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management.
(5) Includes intersegment revenue, which represents internal sales commissions and revenue allocations under the Product Owner/Customer Segment/Distributor Channel
allocation management model.
(6) Comprises amortization and impairment of buildings, right-of-use assets, furniture, equipment, leasehold improvements, software and other intangible assets, and goodwill.
(7) Assets are disclosed on an average basis as this measure is most relevant to a financial institution and is the measure reviewed by management.
(8) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
The following table provides a breakdown of revenue from our reporting segments:
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
Canadian Personal and Business Banking
$
10,241
$
9,416 (1)
Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
Commercial banking
$
2,465
$
2,501
Wealth management
3,265
2,902
$
5,730
$
5,403
U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management
Commercial banking
$
1,956
$
1,786
Wealth management
849
906
$
2,805
$
2,692
Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services (2)
Global markets
$
2,737
$
2,614
Corporate and investment banking
1,760
1,637
Direct financial services
1,307
1,237
$
5,804
$
5,488
Corporate and Other (2)
International banking
$
980
$
956
Other
46
(623)
$
1,026
$
333
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Capital Markets and Direct Financial Services revenue includes a TEB adjustment of $16 million (2023: $254 million) with an equivalent offset in Corporate and Other.
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Note 30
Future accounting policy changes
IFRS 18 “Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements” (IFRS 18)
On April 9, 2024, the IASB issued IFRS 18 “Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements”, which replaces IAS 1 “Presentation of Financial
Statements”. IFRS 18 is effective for reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2027, which for CIBC will be for the fiscal year beginning
November 1, 2027, with the requirement to restate comparative financial periods. Early adoption is permitted. IFRS 18 is a result of the IASB’s
Primary Financial Statements project, which aimed to improve the comparability and transparency of communication in financial statements. It
introduces a number of new requirements including a more structured consolidated statement of income, new disclosure for certain management-
defined performance measures and new guidance on how to aggregate and disaggregate information on the face of the consolidated financial
statements and notes. We are currently evaluating the impact that adopting this standard will have on our consolidated financial statements.
Amendments to Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments: Amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7
In May 2024, the IASB issued “Amendments to Classification and Measurement of Financial Instruments: Amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7” (the
amendments). The amendments provide guidance on the application of the SPPI test to financial instruments with environmental, social and
governance (ESG) linked features, the derecognition of financial liabilities including those which are settled using electronic payment systems and
introduce additional disclosure requirements for equity instruments designated as FVOCI and for financial instruments with cash flows contingent on
certain events. These amendments are effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2026, which for us will be November 1, 2026.
Earlier application is permitted.
We are currently evaluating the impact of the amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7 on our consolidated financial statements.
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Condensed consolidated statement of income
2024
2023 (1)
Unaudited, $ millions, for the three months ended
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Net interest income
$
3,633 $
3,532 $
3,281
$
3,249
$
3,197
$
3,236
$
3,187
$
3,205
Non-interest income
2,984
3,072
2,883
2,972
2,650
2,616
2,517
2,724
Total revenue
6,617
6,604
6,164
6,221
5,847
5,852
5,704
5,929
Provision for credit losses
419
483
514
585
541
736
438
295
Non-interest expenses
3,791
3,682
3,501
3,465
3,440
3,307
3,140
4,462
Income before income taxes
2,407
2,439
2,149
2,171
1,866
1,809
2,126
1,172
Income taxes
525
644
400
443
381
377
437
739
Net income
$
1,882 $
1,795 $
1,749
$
1,728
$
1,485
$
1,432
$
1,689
$
433
Net income attributable to non-controlling
interests
$
8 $
9 $
10
$
12
$
8
$
10
$
11
$
9
Preferred shareholders and other equity
instrument holders
72
63
61
67
62
66
67
72
Common shareholders
1,802
1,723
1,678
1,649
1,415
1,356
1,611
352
Net income attributable to equity shareholders $
1,874 $
1,786 $
1,739
$
1,716
$
1,477
$
1,422
$
1,678
$
424
Condensed consolidated balance sheet
2024
2023 (1)
Unaudited, $ millions, as at
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Assets
Cash and deposits with banks
$
48,064 $
47,849 $
49,143
$
46,520
$
55,718
$
40,412
$
53,291
$
51,469
Securities
254,345
253,922
235,530
228,237
211,348
207,113
193,003
187,350
Securities borrowed or purchased under
resale agreements
100,749
95,816
99,797
92,458
94,835
87,385
80,047
77,628
Loans
Residential mortgages
280,672
277,246
274,544
274,478
274,244
272,525
271,359
270,909
Personal and credit card
67,232
66,614
65,570
64,077
64,125
63,731
62,091
61,048
Business and government
214,299
210,047
201,551
194,904
194,870
194,350
197,343
190,512
Allowance for credit losses
(3,917)
(3,920)
(3,898)
(4,020)
(3,902)
(3,715)
(3,397)
(3,159)
Derivative instruments
36,435
30,311
31,410
24,634
33,243
30,035
28,964
30,425
Customers’ liability under acceptances
6
162
6,130
9,856
10,816
11,325
10,877
11,996
Other assets
44,100
43,360
41,981
40,523
40,393
39,814
41,637
43,760
$ 1,041,985 $ 1,021,407 $ 1,001,758
$ 971,667
$ 975,690
$ 942,975
$ 935,215
$ 921,938
Liabilities and equity
Deposits
Personal
$
252,894 $
250,231 $
248,396
$ 243,322
$ 239,035
$ 235,601
$ 236,665
$ 236,095
Business and government
435,499
414,178
408,563
408,211
412,561
394,491
394,950
389,225
Bank
20,009
27,503
25,848
23,098
22,296
22,094
24,784
24,561
Secured borrowings
56,455
51,534
49,145
49,914
49,484
52,319
49,518
44,843
Derivative instruments
40,654
36,493
38,812
32,687
41,290
38,513
36,401
39,374
Acceptances
6
173
6,139
9,910
10,820
11,339
10,907
12,000
Obligations related to securities lent or sold
short or under repurchase agreements
139,792
147,923
133,087
117,339
113,865
104,704
98,419
93,163
Other liabilities
30,204
28,135
28,317
25,017
26,693
26,120
25,504
25,507
Subordinated indebtedness
7,465
7,454
7,795
7,843
6,483
6,455
6,615
7,317
Equity
59,007
57,783
55,656
54,326
53,163
51,339
51,452
49,853
$ 1,041,985 $ 1,021,407 $ 1,001,758
$ 971,667
$ 975,690
$ 942,975
$ 935,215
$ 921,938
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
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2024
2023 (1)
Unaudited, as at or for the three months ended
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Return on common shareholders’ equity
13.3 %
13.2 %
13.7 %
13.5 %
11.8 %
11.6 %
14.5 %
3.1 %
Return on average assets (2)
0.72 %
0.71 %
0.72 %
0.70 %
0.61 %
0.60 %
0.74 %
0.18 %
Average common shareholders’
equity ($ millions) (2)
$
53,763
$
51,916
$
49,809
$
48,588
$
47,435
$
46,392
$
45,597
$
45,078
Average assets ($ millions) (2)
$ 1,035,847
$ 1,012,012
$ 990,022
$ 982,321
$ 962,405
$ 943,640
$ 932,775
$ 953,164
Average assets to average common equity (2)
19.3
19.5
19.9
20.2
20.3
20.3
20.5
21.1
Capital and leverage (3)
CET1 ratio
13.3 %
13.3 %
13.1 %
13.0 %
12.4 %
12.2 %
11.9 %
11.6 %
Tier 1 capital ratio
14.8 %
14.8 %
14.7 %
14.6 %
13.9 %
13.7 %
13.4 %
13.2 %
Total capital ratio
17.0 %
17.1 %
17.0 %
17.0 %
16.0 %
15.9 %
15.5 %
15.6 %
Leverage ratio
4.3 %
4.3 %
4.3 %
4.3 %
4.2 %
4.2 %
4.2 %
4.3 %
Net interest margin
1.40 %
1.39 %
1.35 %
1.32 %
1.32 %
1.36 %
1.40 %
1.33 %
Net interest margin on average
interest-earning assets
1.50 %
1.50 %
1.46 %
1.43 %
1.44 %
1.49 %
1.54 %
1.49 %
Operating leverage
3.0 %
1.5 %
(3.4)%
27.3 %
9.8 %
1.2 %
5.2 %
(39.7)%
Efficiency ratio
57.3 %
55.8 %
56.8 %
55.7 %
58.8 %
56.5 %
55.1 %
75.3 %
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(3) RWA and our capital ratios are calculated pursuant to OSFI’s CAR Guideline, and the leverage ratio is calculated pursuant to OSFI’s Leverage Requirements Guideline, all
of which are based on BCBS standards. For additional information, see the “Capital management” and “Liquidity risk” sections of the MD&A.
Common share information
2024
2023 (1)
Unaudited, as at or for the three months ended
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Oct. 31
Jul. 31
Apr. 30
Jan. 31
Weighted-average basic shares
outstanding (thousands)
944,283
943,467
937,849
931,775
924,798
918,551
912,297
906,770
Per share
– basic earnings
$
1.91
$
1.83
$
1.79
$
1.77
$
1.53
$
1.48
$
1.77
$
0.39
– diluted earnings
1.90
1.82
1.79
1.77
1.53
1.47
1.76
0.39
– dividends
0.90
0.90
0.90
0.90
0.87
0.87
0.85
0.85
– book value (2)
57.08
55.66
53.35
52.46
51.56
50.00
50.46
49.06
Closing share price (3)
87.11
71.40
64.26
60.76
48.91
58.08
56.80
60.74
Dividend payout ratio
47.2 %
49.3 %
50.3 %
50.9 %
56.8 %
59.0 %
48.1 %
218.8 %
(1) Certain prior year information has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Common shareholders’ equity divided by the number of common shares issued and outstanding at end of period.
(3) The closing price on the last trading day of the period, on the TSX.
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Condensed consolidated statement of income
Unaudited,
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
Net interest income
$
13,695
$
12,825
$
12,641
$
11,459
$
11,044
$
10,551
$
10,065
$
8,977
$
8,366
$
7,915
Non-interest income
11,911
10,507
9,192
8,556
7,697
8,060
7,769
7,303
6,669
5,941
Total revenue
25,606
23,332
21,833
20,015
18,741
18,611
17,834
16,280
15,035
13,856
Provision for credit losses
2,001
2,010
1,057
158
2,489
1,286
870
829
1,051
771
Non-interest expenses
14,439
14,349
12,803
11,535
11,362
10,856
10,258
9,571
8,971
8,861
Income before income taxes
9,166
6,973
7,973
8,322
4,890
6,469
6,706
5,880
5,013
4,224
Income taxes
2,012
1,934
1,730
1,876
1,098
1,348
1,422
1,162
718
634
Net income
$
7,154
$
5,039
$
6,243
$
6,446
$
3,792
$
5,121
$
5,284
$
4,718
$
4,295
$
3,590
Net income attributable to
non-controlling interests
$
39
$
38
$
23
$
17
$
2
$
25
$
17
$
19
$
20
$
14
Preferred shareholders and other
equity instrument holders
263
267
171
158
122
111
89
52
38
45
Common shareholders
6,852
4,734
6,049
6,271
3,668
4,985
5,178
4,647
4,237
3,531
Net income attributable
to equity shareholders
$
7,115
$
5,001
$
6,220
$
6,429
$
3,790
$
5,096
$
5,267
$
4,699
$
4,275
$
3,576
Condensed consolidated balance sheet
Unaudited, $ millions, as at October 31
2024
2023 (1)
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
Assets
Cash and deposits with banks
$
48,064
$
55,718
$
63,861
$
56,997
$
62,518
$
17,359
$
17,691
$
14,152
$
14,165
$
18,637
Securities
254,345
211,348
175,879
161,401
149,046
121,310
101,664
93,419
87,423
74,982
Securities borrowed or purchased
under resale agreements
100,749
94,835
84,539
79,940
74,142
59,775
48,938
45,418
33,810
33,334
Loans
Residential mortgages
280,672
274,244
269,706
251,526
221,165
208,652
207,749
207,271
187,298
169,258
Personal and credit card
67,232
64,125
61,908
53,031
53,611
56,406
55,731
53,315
50,373
48,321
Business and government
214,299
194,870
188,542
150,213
135,546
125,798
109,555
97,766
71,437
65,276
Allowance for credit losses
(3,917)
(3,902)
(3,073)
(2,849)
(3,540)
(1,915)
(1,639)
(1,618)
(1,691)
(1,670)
Derivative instruments
36,435
33,243
43,035
35,912
32,730
23,895
21,431
24,342
27,762
26,342
Customers’ liability under acceptances
6
10,816
11,574
10,958
9,606
9,167
10,265
8,824
12,364
9,796
Other assets
44,100
40,393
47,626
40,554
34,727
31,157
25,714
22,375
18,416
19,033
$ 1,041,985
$ 975,690
$ 943,597
$ 837,683
$ 769,551
$ 651,604
$ 597,099
$ 565,264
$ 501,357
$ 463,309
Liabilities and equity
Deposits
Personal
$
252,894
$ 239,035
$ 232,095
$ 213,932
$ 202,152
$ 178,091
$ 163,879
$ 159,327
$ 148,081
$ 137,378
Business and government
435,499
412,561
397,188
344,388
311,426
257,502
240,149
225,622
190,240
178,850
Bank
20,009
22,296
22,523
20,246
17,011
11,224
14,380
13,789
17,842
10,785
Secured borrowings
56,455
49,484
45,766
42,592
40,151
38,895
42,607
40,968
39,484
39,644
Derivative instruments
40,654
41,290
52,340
32,101
30,508
25,113
20,973
23,271
28,807
29,057
Acceptances
6
10,820
11,586
10,961
9,649
9,188
10,296
8,828
12,395
9,796
Obligations related to securities
lent or sold short or under
repurchase agreements
139,792
113,865
97,308
97,133
89,440
69,258
47,353
43,708
24,550
20,149
Other liabilities
30,204
26,693
28,117
24,961
22,167
19,069
18,266
15,305
12,919
12,223
Subordinated indebtedness
7,465
6,483
6,292
5,539
5,712
4,684
4,080
3,209
3,366
3,874
Non-controlling interests
272
232
201
182
181
186
173
202
201
193
Shareholders’ equity
58,735
52,931
50,181
45,648
41,154
38,394
34,943
31,035
23,472
21,360
$ 1,041,985
$ 975,690
$ 943,597
$ 837,683
$ 769,551
$ 651,604
$ 597,099
$ 565,264
$ 501,357
$ 463,309
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
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Unaudited,
as at or for the year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
Return on equity
13.4 %
10.3 %
14.0 %
16.1 %
10.0 %
14.5 %
16.6 %
18.3 %
19.9 %
18.7 %
Return on average assets (2)
0.71 %
0.53 %
0.69 %
0.80 %
0.52 %
0.80 %
0.88 %
0.87 %
0.84 %
0.79 %
Average common shareholders’
equity ($ millions) (2)
$
51,025
$
46,130
$
43,354
$
38,881
$
36,792
$
34,467
$
31,184
$
25,393
$
21,275
$
18,857
Average assets ($ millions) (2)
$ 1,005,133
$ 948,121
$ 900,213
$ 809,621
$ 735,492
$ 639,716
$ 598,441
$ 542,365
$ 509,140
$ 455,324
Average assets to average
common equity (2)
19.7
20.6
20.8
20.8
20.0
18.6
19.2
21.4
23.9
24.1
Capital and leverage (3)
CET1 ratio
13.3 %
12.4 %
11.7 %
12.4 %
12.1 %
11.6 %
11.4 %
10.6 %
11.3 %
10.8 %
Tier 1 capital ratio
14.8 %
13.9 %
13.3 %
14.1 %
13.6 %
12.9 %
12.9 %
12.1 %
12.8 %
12.5 %
Total capital ratio
17.0 %
16.0 %
15.3 %
16.2 %
16.1 %
15.0 %
14.9 %
13.8 %
14.8 %
15.0 %
Leverage ratio
4.3 %
4.2 %
4.4 %
4.7 %
4.7 %
4.3 %
4.3 %
4.0 %
4.0 %
3.9 %
Net interest margin
1.36 %
1.35 %
1.40 %
1.42 %
1.50 %
1.65 %
1.68 %
1.66 %
1.64 %
1.74 %
Net interest margin on average
interest-earning assets
1.47 %
1.49 %
1.58 %
1.59 %
1.69 %
1.84 %
1.88 %
1.85 %
1.88 %
2.00 %
Operating leverage
9.1 %
(5.2)%
(1.9)%
5.3 %
(4.0)%
(1.5)%
2.4 %
1.6 %
7.3 %
(0.4)%
Efficiency ratio
56.4 %
61.5 %
58.6 %
57.6 %
60.6 %
58.3 %
57.5 %
58.8 %
59.7 %
63.9 %
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Average balances are calculated as a weighted average of daily closing balances.
(3) RWA and our capital ratios are calculated pursuant to OSFI’s CAR Guideline, and the leverage ratio is calculated pursuant to OSFI’s Leverage Requirements Guideline, all
of which are based on BCBS standards. For additional information, see the “Capital management” and “Liquidity risk” sections of the MD&A.
Condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity
Unaudited,
$ millions, for the year ended October 31
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
Balance at beginning of year
$
53,163
$
50,382
$
45,830
$
41,335
$
38,580
$
35,116
$
31,237
$
23,673
$
21,553
$
18,783
Adjustment for change in
accounting policy
–
(56) (1)
–
–
148 (2)
6 (3)
(91) (4)
–
–
–
Premium on purchase of
common shares
(329)
–
(105)
–
(166)
(79)
(313)
–
(209)
(9)
Changes in share capital
Preferred and other equity
instruments
21
2
598
750
750
575
453
797
–
(31)
Common
929
1,356
375
443
317
348
695
4,522
213
31
Changes in contributed surplus
50
(6)
5
(7)
(8)
(11)
(1)
65
(4)
1
Changes in OCI
1,670
(131)
570
(339)
647
122
317
(338)
(248)
933
Net income
7,115
5,001
6,220
6,429
3,790
5,096
5,267
4,699
4,275
3,576
Dividends and distributions
Preferred and other equity
instruments
(263)
(267)
(171)
(158)
(122)
(111)
(89)
(52)
(38)
(45)
Common
(3,382)
(3,149)
(2,954)
(2,622)
(2,592)
(2,488)
(2,356)
(2,121)
(1,879)
(1,708)
Non-controlling interests
40
31
19
1
(5)
13
(25)
1
8
29
Other
(7)
–
(5)
(2)
(4)
(7)
22
(9)
2
(7)
Balance at end of year
$
59,007
$
53,163
$
50,382
$
45,830
$
41,335
$
38,580
$
35,116
$
31,237
$
23,673
$
21,553
(1) Represents the impact of adoption of IFRS 17 “Insurance Contracts”.
(2) Represents the impact of adoption of IFRS 16 “Leases”.
(3) Represents the impact of adoption of IFRS 15 “Revenue from Contracts with Customers”.
(4) Represents the impact of adoption of IFRS 9 “Financial Instruments”.
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Common share information
Unaudited, as at or for the
year ended October 31
2024
2023 (1)
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
Weighted-average basic
shares outstanding
(thousands)
939,352
915,631
903,312
897,906
890,870
888,648
886,163 (2)
825,271
790,778
794,426
Per share
– basic earnings
$
7.29
$
5.17
$
6.70
$
6.98
$
4.12
$
5.61
$
5.84
$
5.63
$
5.36
$
4.45
– diluted earnings
7.28
5.17
6.68
6.96
4.11
5.60
5.82
5.62
5.35
4.44
– dividends
3.60
3.44
3.27
2.92
2.91
2.80
2.66
2.54
2.375
2.15
– book value (3)
57.08
51.56
49.95
45.83
42.03
39.94
36.92
33.28
28.30
25.63
Closing share price (4)
87.11
48.91
61.87
75.09
49.69
56.16
56.84
56.78
50.25
50.14
Dividend payout ratio
49.4 %
66.5 %
48.8 %
41.8 %
70.7 %
49.9 %
45.5 %
45.6 %
44.3 %
48.4 %
(1) Certain information for 2023 has been restated to reflect the adoption of IFRS 17. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
(2) Excludes 4,021,780 common shares (adjusted for the Share Split noted above) which were issued and outstanding but which had not been acquired by a third-party as at
October 31, 2017. These shares were issued as a component of our acquisition of The PrivateBank.
(3) Common shareholders’ equity divided by the number of common shares issued and outstanding at end of year.
(4) The closing price on the last trading day of the year, on the TSX.
Preferred shares and other equity instruments(1)
Unaudited, for the year ended
October 31
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
Preferred shares (2)
Class A
Series 27
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
–
$
0.3500
Series 29
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
0.6750
Series 33
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Series 35
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Series 37
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Series 39 (3)
0.6962
0.9283
0.9283
0.9283
0.9283
0.9633
0.9750
0.9750
0.9750
0.9750
Series 41
0.9773
0.9773
0.9773
0.9773
0.9673
0.9375
0.9375
0.9375
0.9375
0.8203
Series 43
0.7858
0.7858
0.7858
0.7858
0.8714
0.9000
0.9000
0.9000
0.9000
0.5764
Series 45 (4)
–
–
0.8250
1.1000
1.1000
1.1000
1.1000
0.4551
–
–
Series 47
1.4695
1.3834
1.1250
1.1250
1.1250
1.1250
0.8769
–
–
–
Series 49 (5)
0.6500
1.3000
1.3000
1.3000
1.3000
0.9990
–
–
–
–
Series 51 (6)
0.9656
1.2875
1.2875
1.2875
1.2875
0.5256
–
–
–
–
Series 56
73.6500
82.1248
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Series 57 (7)
42.1964
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Other equity instruments
Limited Recourse
Capital Notes (8)
Series 1
4.375 %
4.375 %
4.375 %
4.375 %
4.375 %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
Series 2
4.000 %
4.000 %
4.000 %
4.000 %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
Series 3
7.150 %
7.150 %
7.150 %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
Series 4
6.987 %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
– %
(1) The dividends and distributions are adjusted for the number of days during the year that the share and other equity instruments are outstanding at the time of issuance and
redemption.
(2) Represents dividends declared and paid.
(3) Series 39 preferred shares were redeemed on July 31, 2024.
(4) Series 45 preferred shares were redeemed on July 29, 2022.
(5) Series 49 preferred shares were redeemed on April 30, 2024.
(6) Series 51 preferred shares were redeemed on July 31, 2024.
(7) Series 57 preferred shares were issued on March 12, 2024.
(8) Represents the annual interest rate percentage applicable to the LRCNs issued as at October 31 for each respective year.
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Shareholder information
Fiscal Year
November 1st to October 31st
Key Dates
Reporting dates 2025
First quarter results – Thursday, February 27, 2025
Second quarter results – Thursday, May 29, 2025
Third quarter results – Thursday, August 28, 2025
Fourth quarter results – Thursday, December 4, 2025
Annual Meeting of Shareholders 2025
CIBC’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held on April 3, 2025. For more details, please visit our Annual Meeting webpage at
https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc/investor-relations/annual-meeting.html.
Common shares of CIBC (CM) are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. Preferred
shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
Dividends
Quarterly dividends were paid on CIBC common and preferred shares in 2024:
Common shares
Record date
Payment date
Dividends per share
Number of common shares
on record date
Sep 27/24
Oct 28/24
$0.90
944,625,184
Jun 28/24
Jul 29/24
$0.90
943,642,753
Mar 28/24
Apr 29/24
$0.90
937,915,150
Dec 28/23
Jan 29/24
$0.90
931,811,338
Preferred shares
Stock
Series 41
Series 43
Series 47
Series 56
Series 57
Ticker symbol
CM.PR.P
CM.PR.Q
CM.PR.S
n/a
n/a
Quarterly dividend
$0.244313
$0.196438
$0.367375
n/a
n/a
Semi-annual dividend
n/a
n/a
n/a
$36.825000
$36.685000
2025 dividend payment dates
(Subject to approval by the CIBC Board of Directors)
Record dates
Payment dates
December 27, 2024
January 28, 2025
March 28, 2025
April 28, 2025
June 27, 2025
July 28, 2025
September 29, 2025
October 28, 2025
Eligible dividends
CIBC designates any and all dividends paid or deemed for Canadian federal, provincial or territorial income tax purposes to be paid on or after
January 1, 2006 to be “eligible dividends”, unless otherwise indicated in respect of dividends paid subsequent to this notification, and hereby
notifies all recipients of such dividends of this designation.
Regulatory capital
Information on CIBC’s regulatory capital instruments and regulatory capital position may be found at https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc/investor-
relations/regulatory-capital-instruments.html.
Credit ratings
Credit rating information can be found on pages 78–79 in this Annual Report.
Shareholder investment plan
All Canadian and U.S. resident registered holders of CIBC common shares and designated Class A preferred shares may participate in one or more
of the following options and pay no brokerage commissions or service charges:
Dividend reinvestment option – Canadian residents may have dividends reinvested in additional CIBC common shares.
Share purchase option – Canadian residents may purchase up to $50,000 of additional CIBC common shares during the fiscal year.
Stock dividend option – U.S. residents may elect to receive stock dividends on CIBC common shares.
Further information is available through TSX Trust Company and on the CIBC website at www.cibc.com.
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Transfer agent and registrar
For information relating to shareholdings, shareholder investment plan, dividends, direct dividend deposit, dividend reinvestment accounts and lost
certificates, or to eliminate duplicate mailings of shareholder material, please contact:
TSX Trust Company, 301-100 Adelaide St. West, Toronto, ON M5H 4H1,
416 682-3860 or 1 800 387-0825 (Canada and the U.S. only), fax 1 888 249-6189 or 514 985-8843, Email: shareholderinquiries@tmx.com,
website: www.tsxtrust.com.
Common and preferred shares are transferable in Canada at the offices of our agent, TSX Trust Company, in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and
Vancouver.
In the U.S., common shares are transferable at:
Computershare Inc., By Mail: P.O. Box 43078 Providence, RI 02940; By Overnight Delivery: 150 Royall St., Canton, MA 02021, 1 800-522-6645,
website: www.computershare.com/investor.
Registered shareholders can opt to have their shares recorded electronically in the Direct Registration System (DRS). Please contact our transfer
agent for details.
How to reach us:
CIBC Head Office
81 Bay Street, CIBC SQUARE,
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M5J 0E7
SWIFT code: CIBCCATT
Website: www.cibc.com
Investor Relations
Email:
Mailbox.InvestorRelations@cibc.com
Corporate Secretary
Email:
corporate.secretary@cibc.com
Client Complaint Appeals Office
(CCAO)
Toll-free across Canada: 1-888-947-5207
Email:
mailbox.clientcomplaintappeals@cibc.com
CIBC Telephone Banking
Toll-free across Canada: 1 800 465-2422
Communications and Public Affairs
Email: Mailbox.Communications@cibc.com
Client Care
Toll-free across Canada: 1 800 465-2255
Email: client.care@cibc.com
Where to find more information
CIBC Annual Report 2024
Additional print copies of the Annual Report will be available in March 2025 and may be obtained by emailing Mailbox.InvestorRelations@cibc.com.
The Annual Report is also available online at www.cibc.com/ca/investor-relations/annual-reports.html.
Des exemplaires supplémentaires du Rapport annuel seront disponibles en mars 2025 et peuvent être commandés par courriel à
relationsinvestisseurs@cibc.com. Le Rapport annuel est aussi disponible à l’adresse www.cibc.com/ca/investor-relations/annual-reports-fr.html.
CIBC Sustainability Report and Public Accountability Statement 2024
This report reviews our economic, environmental, social and governance activities over the past year and will be available in March 2025 at
https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc/corporate-responsibility.html.
Management Proxy Circular 2025
The Management Proxy Circular contains information for shareholders about CIBC’s annual meeting, including information relating to the election of
CIBC’s directors, appointment of auditors and shareholder proposals, as well as other matters. The 2025 Proxy Circular will be available in March
2025 at www.cibc.com.
Corporate Governance
CIBC’s Statement of Corporate Governance Practices describes the governance framework that guides the Board and management in fulfilling their
obligations to CIBC and our shareholders. This statement and other information on Corporate Governance at CIBC, including our CIBC Code of
Conduct for all employees and Directors, can be found on our corporate website at www.cibc.com/ca/inside-cibc/governance/governance-
practices.html.
Regulatory Filings
In Canada with the Canadian Securities Administrators at www.sedarplus.com.
In the U.S. with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml.
Incorporation
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) is a diversified financial institution governed by the Bank Act (Canada). CIBC was formed through the
amalgamation of The Canadian Bank of Commerce and Imperial Bank of Canada in 1961.
The Canadian Bank of Commerce was originally incorporated as Bank of Canada by special act of the legislature of the Province of Canada in
1858. Subsequently, the name was changed to The Canadian Bank of Commerce and it opened for business under that name in 1867. Imperial
Bank of Canada was incorporated in 1875 by special act of the Parliament of Canada and commenced operations in that year.
Trademarks
Trademarks used in this Annual Report which are owned by Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, or its subsidiaries in Canada and/or other
countries include, “Ambition”, “Ambitions Made Real”, “Aventura”, “CIBC Agility”, “CIBC Bank USA Smart Account”, the CIBC logo, “CIBC
eAdvantage”, “CIBC ForeignCash Online”, “CIBC Global Money Transfer”, “CIBC GoalPlanner”, “CIBC Investor’s Edge”, “CIBC Miracle Day”, “CIBC
Mobile Banking”, “CIBC Private Wealth”, “CIBC Smart”, “CIBC Smart Planner”, “CIBC SmartBanking”, “Simplii Financial” and “Wood Gundy”. All
other trademarks mentioned in this annual report which are not owned by Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce or its subsidiaries, are the property
of their respective owners.
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Board of Directors:
Katharine B. Stevenson
Chair of the Board
CIBC
Corporate Director
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joined in 2011
Ammar Aljoundi
(RMC)
President and Chief Executive Officer
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joined in 2022
Charles J. G. Brindamour
(RMC, TC)
Chief Executive Officer
Intact Financial Corporation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joined in 2020
Nanci E. Caldwell
(CGC – Chair, MRCC, TC)
Corporate Director
Woodside, California, U.S.A.
Joined in 2015
Michelle L. Collins
(AC)
President
Cambium LLC
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A.
Joined in 2017
Victor G. Dodig
President and Chief Executive Officer
CIBC
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joined in 2014
Kevin J. Kelly
(MRCC – Chair, CGC)
Corporate Director
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joined in 2013
Christine E. Larsen
(MRCC, TC)
Corporate Director
Montclair, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Joined in 2016
Mary Lou Maher
(AC – Chair, CGC)
Corporate Director
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joined in 2021
William F. Morneau
(TC – Chair, CGC, RMC)
Corporate Director
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joined in 2022
Mark Podlasly
(AC)
Chief Sustainability Officer
First Nations Major Projects Coalition
West Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Joined in 2023
François Poirier
(RMC)
President and Chief
Executive Officer
TC Energy Corporation
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Joined in 2024
Martine Turcotte
(AC, MRCC)
Corporate Director
Verdun, Québec, Canada
Joined in 2014
Barry L. Zubrow
(RMC – Chair, CGC, TC)
Chief Executive Officer
ITB LLC
West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S.A.
Joined in 2015
AC – Audit Committee
CGC – Corporate Governance Committee
MRCC – Management Resources and Compensation Committee
RMC – Risk Management Committee
TC – Technology Committee
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