CWBFG Annual Report 2022

The shift in our portfolio based on the location of security (see Figure 3) reflected strong execution on our strategic growth objectives across our geographic footprint. Very strong growth in the Ontario market, supported by strong momentum from our Mississauga and newly opened Markham banking centres, increased the proportion of loans to 24% at October 31, 2022, compared to 23% last year.

Figure 3 - Geographical Distribution of Outstanding Loans based on Location of Security (October 31, 2021 in brackets)

The loan portfolio is focused on areas of demonstrated lending expertise, while concentrations measured by geographic area and industry sector are managed within specified tolerance levels. The portfolio is well-diversified, including a mix of business and personal loans, with significantly increased geographic and industry diversification delivered over the past several years.

Table 11 - Outstanding Loans by Industry Sector (1) (% at October 31)

2022

2021

Real estate operations

21 %

21 %

Consumer loans and residential mortgages

19 18

19 18

Construction

Finance and insurance

9 7 5 3 3 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 2

8 7 5 4 3 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 3

Transportation and storage

Hotel/motel

Retail trade

Health and social services

Agriculture

Manufacturing

Professional, scientific and technical services

Oil and gas service

Oil and gas production

Accommodation and food services

Logging/forestry Wholesale trade

Utilities

All other

Total

100 %

100 %

(1) Based on North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes.

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