Core Viewpoint - KeyCorp reported strong fourth-quarter earnings, exceeding analyst expectations due to increased net interest income and robust investment banking activity [1][2]. Financial Performance - Net income from continuing operations attributable to common shareholders was $474 million, or $0.43 per diluted share, surpassing analyst estimates of $0.39 [1]. - Revenue for the quarter reached $2.0 billion, exceeding the consensus forecast of $1.96 billion [1]. - For the full year, revenue hit a record $7.5 billion, reflecting a 16% year-over-year increase when adjusted for selected items [2]. Key Metrics - There was a 3% sequential increase in net interest income and a 7 basis point improvement in net interest margin to 2.82% [2]. - Investment banking and debt placement fees rose 33% quarter over quarter to $243 million [2]. - Noninterest income increased 11.4% sequentially to $782 million, while nonperforming assets declined 6% from the prior quarter [2]. Capital Management - KeyCorp maintained strong capital levels, reporting a Common Equity Tier 1 ratio of 11.7% [3]. - The bank repurchased $200 million of common stock during the quarter while maintaining peer-leading capital ratios [3].