The chart below shows how COF performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, COF sees a -3.01% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +4.81% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.06%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Strong Q3 Earnings Report: Capital One reported Q3 2024 earnings of $1.8 billion, translating to $4.41 per diluted share, with adjusted earnings per share at $4.51, reflecting a strong financial performance.
Pre-Provision Earnings Growth: Pre-provision earnings increased by 3% from the previous quarter to $4.7 billion, indicating robust operational efficiency and revenue generation.
Net Interest Margin Improvement: Net interest margin (NIM) improved to 7.11%, up 41 basis points from the prior quarter, driven by higher card and auto yields, showcasing effective interest income management.
Domestic Card Revenue Growth: The domestic card business saw a 10% year-over-year revenue increase, supported by a 5% growth in purchase volume and a $9.1 billion increase in ending loan balances, highlighting strong customer engagement and lending activity.
Capital Ratio Improvement: The common equity Tier 1 capital ratio rose to 13.6%, a 40 basis point increase from the previous quarter, reflecting a solid capital position and prudent financial management.
Negative
Credit Loss Provision Reduction: Provision for credit losses was $2,500,000,000 in the quarter, down $1,400,000,000 relative to the prior quarter, indicating a significant reduction in reserves that may signal underlying credit quality concerns.
Rising Non-Interest Expenses: Non-interest expense increased 7% driven by increases in both operating expense and marketing spend, reflecting rising costs that could pressure future profitability.
Consumer Banking Revenue Decline: Consumer Banking revenue for the quarter was down about 3% year over year, largely driven by higher deposit costs compared to the prior year quarter, indicating challenges in maintaining revenue growth.
Deteriorating Credit Quality: The charge-off rate for the quarter was 5.61%, up 83 basis points year over year, suggesting deteriorating credit quality despite previous improvements in credit metrics.
Operating Efficiency Decline: The expected full year 2024 annual operating efficiency ratio net of adjustments is now projected to be in the low 42s, indicating a decline from the previously guided 43.5 percent, reflecting increased operational challenges.
Earnings call transcript: Capital One Q3 2024 earnings beat expectations
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