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Summary of IBRD's Management Discussion and Analysis (June 30, 2005)

1. Overview

The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) is an international organization established in 1945, owned by its member countries. Its primary objectives are to promote sustainable economic development and reduce poverty through the provision of loans, guarantees, and technical assistance to developing member countries. IBRD's financial objective is not profit maximization but ensuring sufficient net income to maintain financial strength and support development activities.

IBRD's financial strength is supported by shareholder contributions, diverse funding sources, and a large portfolio of liquid investments. It manages various financial risks, including credit, market, and liquidity risks, through prudent financial policies and practices.

Lending commitments for FY 2005 totaled $13.6 billion, an increase of $2.6 billion from FY 2004. Operating income for FY 2005 was $1,320 million, $376 million lower than FY 2004, which reduced the return on equity and net return on average earning assets. The provision for losses on loans and guarantees decreased by $502 million, primarily due to improved borrower risk ratings and reduced loan portfolio volume.

2. Basis of Reporting

IBRD prepares its financial statements under the reported basis, which follows U.S. GAAP and IFRS. Under this basis, all derivatives are recorded at fair value, and changes in fair value are recognized in earnings unless they qualify for hedge accounting.

IBRD uses current value financial statements for internal management reporting. These statements reflect the economic value of its financial instruments and are based on the present value of expected cash flows. The current value basis provides more meaningful information for risk management and decision-making.

The application of FAS 133 has significantly affected reported net income. In FY 2005, reported net income was $2,511 million higher than under the current value basis due to the downward shift in interest rate curves. In contrast, in FY 2004, the application of FAS 133 led to a net loss of $4,100 million in reported results. This asymmetry arises because only one side of hedged transactions is marked to market, while the other is not.

3. Financial Risk Management

IBRD employs a governance structure to manage financial risks, including credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks. It uses derivatives to hedge against interest rate and currency risks, matching the currencies and interest rates of its assets and liabilities.

The loan portfolio is the primary asset of IBRD, with most loans priced on a cost pass-through basis. The current value of the loan portfolio reflects the difference between the contractual interest rates and the current market rates. In FY 2005, the current value adjustment for loans increased by $3,148 million, mainly due to the downward shift in the euro interest rate curve.

The borrowings portfolio includes debt securities and associated derivatives. The current value adjustment for borrowings decreased by $2,793 million, primarily due to losses on euro and yen denominated debt, partially offset by gains on U.S. dollar denominated debt.

IBRD also manages liquidity risk by maintaining a large amount of unrestricted cash and liquid investments, and by aligning its funding sources with its asset structure.

4. Critical Accounting Policies

IBRD follows a current value basis for internal reporting, which includes adjustments for market and credit risks. This approach reflects the economic value of its financial instruments rather than their historical cost.

Under the current value basis, unrealized gains and losses on non-trading derivative instruments are included in net income. These adjustments are significant, with a net unrealized gain of $2,511 million in FY 2005 and a net loss of $4,100 million in FY 2004.

5. Results of Operations

FY 2005 operating income was $1,320 million, $376 million lower than FY 2004. The decrease was partly due to the impact of FAS 133, which affected the reported net income.

IBRD's return on equity was 3.90%, which was 11.13% after adjusting for FAS 133 effects. The equity-to-loans ratio was 31.45%, indicating a strong capital base relative to its lending activities.

6. Governance and Allocations

IBRD's governance structure includes the Executive Directors and the Board of Governors. These bodies oversee financial and operational decisions, including the allocation of net income.

In FY 2005, the Executive Directors approved the following allocations:

• $589.5 million to the General Reserve
• $68 million to the Pension Reserve
• $52.5 million to Surplus
• $610 million to other development purposes

Additionally, $100 million was transferred from the FY 2004 surplus to the General Reserve. The Executive Directors also approved a 75 basis point waiver of the front-end fee on all loans (except special development policy loans) for the period from July 1, 2005, to the approval of the FY 2006 Net Income Allocation and Waivers Paper in FY 2007.

Interest charge waivers were maintained at 5 basis points for old loans and 25 basis points for new loans. Commitment charge waivers for FY 2006 were set at 50 basis points for all loans.

7. Key Financial Data Highlights

• Lending Commitments (FY 2005): $13,611 million
• Net Income (FY 2005): $3,831 million
• Net Return on Average Earning Assets (after FAS 133): 0.96%
• Return on Equity (after FAS 133): 11.13%
• Equity-to-Loans Ratio (after FAS 133): 30.83%
• Total Assets (FY 2005): $222,008 million
• Total Equity (FY 2005): $38,588 million
• Current Value Adjustments (FY 2005): $273 million

8. Conclusion

IBRD's financial performance and risk management strategies are closely tied to its ability to intermediate funds from international capital markets. While the reported basis reflects compliance with accounting standards, the current value basis provides a more accurate reflection of the bank's economic position and risk profile. The bank continues to focus on sustainable development, prudent risk management, and maintaining financial strength through its governance and allocation mechanisms.