Strong Financial Results Exceed Expectations
The company reported strong financial results with a sequential quarter NII growth of 3.3%, a 5 basis point NIM expansion, and a 10% growth in fees. EPS improved by $0.15 or 19% over Q1.
Resumption of Net Loan Growth
There was net loan growth across consumer, private bank, and commercial segments, contributing to a 1% increase in period-end loans.
Positive Operating Leverage
The company achieved positive sequential operating leverage of about 5% due to disciplined expense management.
Record Performance in Wealth and Card Fees
Wealth and card fees reached record levels, contributing significantly to the fee income growth.
Robust Capital and Share Repurchases
The company maintained a CET1 ratio of 10.6% and executed $200 million in stock buybacks during the quarter.
Private Bank Growth
The Private Bank experienced its strongest quarter of loan growth, adding $1.2 billion in loans and contributing $0.06 to EPS.
Strategic Initiative: Reimagining the Bank
The company commenced work on a project to redesign customer service and operations using new technologies like GenAI and Agentic AI.