First American reports Q4 adjusted EPS $1.99, consensus $1.43

Reports Q4 revenue $2B, consensus $1.8B. “We delivered a strong quarter, with adjusted revenue up 15 percent and adjusted earnings per share up 47 percent, reflecting solid execution across the company,” said Mark Seaton, chief executive officer at First American (FAF) Financial Corporation. “Our commercial performance was particularly strong, with revenue up 35 percent, driven by continued momentum across most asset classes. These results reflect both market tailwinds and our continued focus on operating leverage.”