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Fulton Financial (FULT) - 2025 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2025-05-09 20:31
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025, or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-39680 FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Pennsylvania 23-2195389 (State or other ...
FULTON BANK, N.A. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR TWO $2,000 SCHOLARSHIPS
Prnewswire· 2025-04-18 15:00
Group 1 - Fulton Bank, N.A. announced two $2,000 scholarship opportunities for local students in STEM fields [1] - The scholarships were funded by the Women in Technology employee resource group [1][5] - Completed applications must be submitted by May 9, 2025, with recipients notified by May 30, 2025 [3] Group 2 - Eligibility requirements include being a high school senior and planning to major in STEM [7] - The Women in Technology Employee Resource Group aims to inspire and connect women in technology [5] - Fulton Bank, N.A. is a community bank with over $30 billion in assets and operates more than 200 financial centers [6]
Fulton Financial (FULT) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-04-16 18:43
FIRST QUARTER 2025 RESULTS NASDAQ: FULT Data as of or for the period ended March 31, 2025 unless otherwise noted This presentation may contain forward-looking statements with respect to Fulton Financial Corporation's (the "Corporation" or "Fulton") financial condition, results of operations and business. Do not unduly rely on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "may," "should," "will," "could," "estimates," "predicts," "potential," "continue," ...
Fulton Financial (FULT) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-04-16 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Operating earnings per share increased to 52 cents, a four cent increase from the previous quarter, indicating positive operating leverage and a strong balance sheet [11] - The quarterly operating efficiency ratio improved to 56.7%, operating return on assets rose to 1.25%, and operating return on average tangible common equity grew to 15.95% [11] - Tangible book value per share increased by 13.8% on an annualized basis [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Customer deposit growth was solid, with total deposits increasing by $200 million or 3%, driven by strong growth in interest-bearing money market products [21] - Total loans declined by $182 million during the quarter, influenced by strategic portfolio management actions [22] - Commercial mortgage and residential mortgage loans showed growth, offsetting some declines in other areas [22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Non-interest income for the quarter was $67.2 million, with fee income as a percentage of revenue at 21% [26] - The average cost of total deposits decreased by 11 basis points to 2.03% [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to execute its strategic transformation through the implementation of Fulton First, focusing on talent alignment, reinvestment for growth, and operational simplification [13] - Loan growth is expected to be in the low single-digit range for the year due to strategic decisions and the current environment [17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains cautious regarding credit quality as customers navigate a volatile environment, despite improvements in asset quality metrics [18] - The company updated its rate forecast to include four 25 basis point cuts in 2025, which may impact net interest income and non-interest income [32] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit losses to total loans ratio increased to 159%, and the allowance for credit losses to non-performing loans coverage increased to 193% [30] - The company expects to incur up to $14 million of additional non-operating expenses related to Fulton First for the remainder of 2025 [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk about loan growth and strategic offsets? - Management noted that overall pipelines increased year over year, but they remain cautious about the pull-through rate due to macro uncertainty [38] Question: What is the impact of potential rate cuts on net interest income? - A 25 basis point cut would be a headwind of about $1.7 million annually [44] Question: How is the credit portfolio being managed in light of tariffs? - Management is closely monitoring the credit portfolio for potential impacts from tariffs and government cost-cutting, particularly in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors [50][54] Question: What is the company's stance on share buybacks? - The capital strategy prioritizes organic growth and corporate initiatives before considering buybacks, although some shares were purchased in the first quarter [66] Question: How flexible is the operating expense guidance? - There is potential flexibility in timing for operating expenses, but management is comfortable with the midpoint of the expense range for now [73] Question: What is the outlook for fee income given market sensitivity? - Fee income growth has been strong, but headwinds are anticipated due to market sensitivity and interest rate volatility [78]
Fulton Financial (FULT) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-04-16 18:42
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Operating earnings per share increased to 52 cents, a four cent increase from the previous quarter, indicating positive operating leverage and a strong balance sheet [11] - The quarterly operating efficiency ratio improved to 56.7%, operating return on assets rose to 1.25%, and operating return on average tangible common equity grew to 15.95% [11] - Tangible book value per share increased by 13.8% on an annualized basis [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Customer deposit growth was solid, with total deposits increasing by $200 million or 3%, driven by strong growth in interest-bearing money market products [21] - Total loans declined by $182 million during the quarter, influenced by strategic portfolio management actions [22] - Commercial mortgage and residential mortgage loans showed growth, offsetting some declines in other areas [22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The net interest margin increased by two basis points to 3.43%, while net interest income on a non-FTE basis was $251 million, a decrease of $2.5 million from the previous quarter [24] - The average cost of total deposits decreased by 11 basis points to 2.03% [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to execute its strategic transformation through the implementation of Fulton First, focusing on talent alignment, reinvestment for growth, and operational simplification [13] - Loan growth is expected to be in the low single-digit range for the year due to strategic decisions and the current environment [17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains cautious regarding credit quality as customers navigate a volatile environment, despite improvements in asset quality metrics [18] - The company updated its rate forecast to include four 25 basis point cuts in 2025, which may impact net interest income and non-interest income [32] Other Important Information - The allowance for credit losses to total loans ratio increased to 159%, and the ACL to non-performing loan coverage increased to 193% [30] - The company expects to incur up to $14 million of additional non-operating expenses related to Fulton First for the remainder of 2025 [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you talk more about loan growth and strategic offsets? - Management noted that overall pipelines have increased year over year, but they remain cautious about the pull-through rate due to macro uncertainties [38] Question: What is the impact of potential rate cuts on net interest income? - A 25 basis point cut is expected to be a headwind of about $1.7 million annually [44] Question: How is the credit portfolio being managed in light of tariffs? - Management is closely monitoring the credit portfolio for potential impacts from tariffs and government cost-cutting, particularly in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors [50][54] Question: What is the company's stance on resuming stock buybacks? - The capital strategy prioritizes organic growth and corporate initiatives before considering buybacks, especially in the current environment with limited growth opportunities [65] Question: How flexible is the operating expense guidance under different scenarios? - There is potential flexibility in timing for operating expenses, but management is comfortable with the midpoint of the expense range for now [73]
Compared to Estimates, Fulton Financial (FULT) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
ZACKS· 2025-04-15 23:01
For the quarter ended March 2025, Fulton Financial (FULT) reported revenue of $322.76 million, up 40.1% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.52, compared to $0.40 in the year-ago quarter.The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $317.9 million, representing a surprise of +1.53%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +18.18%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.44.While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall ...
Fulton Financial (FULT) Beats Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
ZACKS· 2025-04-15 22:45
Fulton Financial (FULT) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.52 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.44 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.40 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 18.18%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this financial holding company would post earnings of $0.42 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.48, delivering a surprise of 14.29%.Over the last four qua ...
Fulton Financial (FULT) - 2025 Q1 - Quarterly Results
2025-04-15 20:32
Exhibit 99.1 FULTON FINANCIAL CORPORATION FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Lacey Dean (717) 735-8688 Investor Contact: Matt Jozwiak (717) 327-2657 Fulton Financial Corporation Announces First Quarter 2025 Results (April 15, 2025) – Lancaster, PA – Fulton Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: FULT) ("Fulton" or the "Corporation") reported net income available to common shareholders of $90.4 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $24.4 million, or $0.13 per share, in c ...
Fulton Financial Corporation Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
Prnewswire· 2025-04-15 20:30
LANCASTER, Pa., April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fulton Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: FULT) ("Fulton" or the "Corporation") reported net income available to common shareholders of $90.4 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of $24.4 million, or $0.13 per share, in comparison to the fourth quarter of 2024. Operating net income available to common shareholders for the three months ended March 31, 2025 was $95.5 million, or $0.52 per diluted share(1), an increase of $6. ...
Fulton Financial (FULT) Soars 6.9%: Is Further Upside Left in the Stock?
ZACKS· 2025-04-10 15:35
Fulton Financial (FULT) shares ended the last trading session 6.9% higher at $16.27. The jump came on an impressive volume with a higher-than-average number of shares changing hands in the session. This compares to the stock's 11.7% loss over the past four weeks.Fulton Financial stock surged during a broad market rally, driven by President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 90-day tariff pause for non-retaliating nations. This news boosted investor confidence, triggering a sharp rise in FULT shares.This finan ...