Baird has downgraded Truist Financial Corp (TFC) to Neutral from Outperform, signaling increased caution regarding the company's outlook. This revision may reflect concerns about competitive pressures, market conditions, or execution risks that could impact performance.
Truist Financial Corp, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a financial holding company that provides a range of banking services to individuals, businesses, and municipalities. With a market capitalization of $60.7 billion, the company reported a P/E ratio of 11.60 and an EPS of 3.99. The firm’s dividend yield stands at an impressive 438.6%.
Upcoming earnings reports are anticipated, with estimates suggesting an EPS of $1.15 and revenue of $5.5 billion for October 16, 2026. Recent performance has shown mixed results; in Q3 2025, Truist reported an EPS of $1.07, exceeding estimates by 6.1%. However, in Q2 and Q1 2025, the company fell short of expectations, highlighting potential volatility in earnings.
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