Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ: FITB) shares traded at $50.21 at market close on Tuesday, up modestly on the day with intraday movement showing a rise of approximately +1.0% from the prior session’s close.
Market Capitalization
At Tuesday’s close, Fifth Third’s market capitalization was approximately ₹2.94 trillion (about $32.5 billion).
Latest Quarterly Results (Q4 2025)
For the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025, Fifth Third reported consolidated results as follows (all figures US GAAP):
- Total revenue (FTE): $2.34 billion, up 8% year-over-year from the year-ago quarter.
- Net interest income (FTE): $1.533 billion, up 6% year-over-year.
- Net income available to common shareholders: $699 million, up 20% year-over-year.
- Diluted earnings per share: $1.04 versus $0.85 in Q4 2024.
Segment Highlights (FTE basis):
- Consumer and Small Business Banking: Significant driver of net interest income growth through elevated loan and deposit balances.
- Commercial Banking: Modest contributor to fee income with diversified credit demand.
- Wealth & Asset Management: Revenue of ~$185 million, up 13% year-over-year.
Q4 2025 Results Context
For the full fiscal year 2025:
- Total revenue (FTE): $9.04 billion, up approximately 6% from 2024.
- Net income available to common shareholders: $2.38 billion, up about 10% year-over-year.
The year-over-year trends show growth in revenue and profit without directional extrapolation beyond reported data.
Business & Operations Update
Fifth Third’s earnings release noted expansion of branch networks with 50 new branches in the Southeast during 2025. The bank continued to benefit from higher net interest income driven by elevated lending activity and improved net interest margin, reported at 3.13% versus 2.97% in the prior year quarter. Assets under management increased about 16% to ~$80 billion.
M&A or Strategic Moves
Fifth Third has secured regulatory approval and shareholder support for its all-stock acquisition of Comerica, a transaction valued at $10.9 billion expected to close Feb. 1, 2026.
Equity Analyst Commentary
Institutional commentary cited improved regional bank sector positioning and noted market leadership metrics for Fifth Third. Independent data points referenced relative strength ratings, without analyst price targets or recommendations.
Guidance & Outlook
Company public filings and earnings call references highlighted 2026 net interest income guidance of approximately $8.6 billion to $8.8 billion and planned integration activities with Comerica. These are presented as “watch-for” data without forecast language.
Performance Summary
Fifth Third Bancorp shares edged higher on Tuesday. Reported fourth-quarter revenue rose, net income expanded year-over-year, and core segments showed continued earnings contributions. Pending strategic merger activity and operational metrics are key areas of investor focus.
