Fifth Third Bancorp reports higher profit and secures Federal Reserve approval for Comerica acquisition
Fifth Third Bancorp reported a 20% rise in fourth-quarter profit and received Federal Reserve approval for its $10.9 billion acquisition of Comerica Inc.
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Fifth Third Bancorp reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025 as the regional banking landscape in the US 
UScontinues to stabilize. The bank announced net income of $699 million, representing a 20% increase compared to the $582 million reported in the fourth quarter of 2024. Earnings per share rose to $1.04, up from $0.85 a year earlier. This performance was supported by a 6% increase in net interest income, which reached $1.53 billion, and a 5% growth in total loans.
UScontinues to stabilize. The bank announced net income of $699 million, representing a 20% increase compared to the $582 million reported in the fourth quarter of 2024. Earnings per share rose to $1.04, up from $0.85 a year earlier. This performance was supported by a 6% increase in net interest income, which reached $1.53 billion, and a 5% growth in total loans.
