Core Insights - Flagstar Bank reported significant improvements in its financial performance for the third quarter of 2025, with a net loss of $36 million, a notable reduction from previous quarters and the same period last year [3][4][5] Financial Performance - The net loss attributable to common stockholders for Q3 2025 was $45 million, or $0.11 per diluted share, representing a 44% improvement from Q2 2025 and an 86% improvement from Q3 2024 [4][5] - For the first nine months of 2025, the net loss was $206 million compared to $930 million for the same period in 2024, with a loss attributable to common stockholders of $231 million or $0.56 per diluted share [5] Earnings and Revenue - Adjusted net loss for Q3 2025 was $31 million, a 50% improvement from Q2 2025 and an 89% improvement from Q3 2024 [20] - Net interest income for Q3 2025 totaled $425 million, up 1% from Q2 2025 but down 17% year-over-year [23] - Non-interest income in Q3 2025 was $94 million, a 22% increase from Q2 2025 but a 17% decrease from Q3 2024 [37] Asset Quality and Loans - Total criticized and classified loans decreased by $2.8 billion or 19% since December 31, 2024, indicating improved asset quality [10][12] - C&I loans increased by $448 million or 3% from the prior quarter, with new loan originations rising by 41% [13][16] Capital and Liquidity - The CET1 capital ratio improved to 12.45%, remaining at or above peer levels, indicating strong capital position [12] - Total assets as of September 30, 2025, were $91.7 billion, down 1% from the previous quarter and down 8% from the end of 2024 [15] Operating Expenses - Total non-interest expense for Q3 2025 was $522 million, up 2% from Q2 2025 but down 27% year-over-year [43] - Adjusted operating expenses for Q3 2025 were $457 million, down 1% from Q2 2025 and down approximately 30% year-over-year [43][46] Strategic Initiatives - The company completed a holding company reorganization on October 17, 2025, simplifying its corporate structure and reducing regulatory burdens [11] - The focus on transforming Flagstar into a top-performing regional bank continues, with a strong emphasis on customer-centric culture and effective risk management [11]