OneMain Holdings, Inc. (OMF) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Overview
The earnings call presents a mixed picture: positive aspects include increased revenue growth guidance and strong credit card revenue yields. However, concerns such as persistent inflation, potential increases in C&I losses, and the removal of revenue growth guidance create uncertainties. The Q&A section did not alleviate these concerns, as management provided limited clarity on key issues like the ILC application and tax refund expectations. This balance of positive and negative factors suggests a neutral stock price movement over the next two weeks.
Key Financial Performance
C&I earnings per share $6.66, an increase of 36% year-over-year. Driven by significant revenue growth, accelerated loss improvement, and continued focus on efficiency.
Capital generation $913 million, an increase of 33% year-over-year. Supported by strong earnings growth and balance sheet strength.
Receivables Grew 6% to over $26 billion. Growth supported by high-quality personal loan originations and contributions from auto finance and credit card businesses.
Revenue Grew 9%. Supported by higher yields in a constructive competitive environment.
C&I net charge-offs 7.7%, down 46 basis points from 2024. Improvement due to proactive credit actions taken over the last several years.
Consumer loan net charge-offs Down 63 basis points from last year. Benefited from proactive credit actions.
Auto finance receivables Increased to $2.8 billion. Growth attributed to scalable auto finance platform and expanded dealer sales force.
Credit card receivables Grew to $936 million. Accounts increased to nearly 1.1 million customers. Improvements in digital engagement reduced marginal operating expense per account by 25%.
Fourth quarter C&I adjusted earnings $1.59 per share, up 37% year-over-year. Reflects strong revenue growth and steady credit performance.
Fourth quarter capital generation $225 million, up 23% year-over-year. Driven by receivables growth and higher portfolio yields.
Fourth quarter revenue $1.6 billion, up 8% year-over-year. Driven by receivables growth and yield improvements.
Fourth quarter GAAP net income $204 million or $1.72 per diluted share, up 64% year-over-year. Reflects strong financial performance.
Fourth quarter consumer loan yield 22.5%, up 26 basis points year-over-year. Benefited from pricing actions taken over the past few years.
Fourth quarter interest expense $323 million, up 4% year-over-year. Driven by an increase in average debt to support receivables growth.
Loan loss reserve ratio 11.5%, flat compared to both last quarter and last year. Reflects consistent macroeconomic assumptions and portfolio performance.
Operating expenses $443 million, up 5% year-over-year. Reflects investments in technology, data analytics, and new products.
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Operating Highlights
Debt consolidation product: Continued growth, allowing customers to consolidate debt into a single, predictable amortizing loan, reducing payments by about 25%.
Streamlined renewal product: Introduced for best customers to enhance service.
New paycheck-linked product: Links paycheck directly to payment system, expanding credit and reducing risk.
Secured lending product for homeowners: Introduced, securing loans with home fixtures, offering beneficial pricing similar to auto secured loans.
AI-powered tool: Launched to provide faster, easier access to internal policies and guidelines, boosting productivity and decision-making.
Auto finance business: Receivables grew to $2.8 billion, expanded into new dealerships and markets, and partnered with Ally Financial for Clearpass program.
Credit card business: Receivables grew to $936 million, accounts increased to nearly 1.1 million, and new cards with tailored features were introduced.
Branch-based operating model: Optimized to improve customer engagement and efficiency, including expanded use of central sales and collections.
AI integration: Embedded AI across the organization to drive efficiency and revenue.
Digital engagement in credit cards: Reduced customer calls per account by 25%, lowering marginal operating expenses.
Capital allocation: Focused on originating loans with risk-adjusted returns, investing in business growth, and share repurchases.
Conservative underwriting posture: Maintained to ensure portfolio resilience amidst macroeconomic uncertainties.
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Risk or Challenges
Macroeconomic Environment: Persistent inflation and a slightly weaker labor market in 2025 could impact consumer resilience and credit performance. The company is maintaining a conservative underwriting posture due to these uncertainties.
Credit Performance: The back book of loans, which comprises 6% of the portfolio but 17% of delinquencies, continues to underperform and remains a headwind. This could impact overall credit performance and loss rates.
Funding Costs: While interest expense as a percentage of receivables has been managed effectively, any unexpected changes in market conditions could increase funding costs, impacting profitability.
Credit Card Portfolio: Although improving, the credit card portfolio has higher loss rates compared to other products, which could pressure overall C&I losses as it becomes a larger part of the portfolio.
Regulatory and Economic Uncertainty: Uncertainty around inflation and unemployment could necessitate maintaining higher loan loss reserves, which may limit financial flexibility.
Operational Efficiency: Investments in technology and new products are increasing operating expenses, which could pressure margins if revenue growth does not keep pace.
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Guidance & Outlook
Receivables Growth: Managed receivables are expected to grow in the range of 6% to 9% in 2026, supported by innovation in customer experience, personal loan offerings, and growth in newer products.
Net Charge-Offs: C&I net charge-offs are projected to range between 7.4% and 7.9% in 2026, with seasonal patterns expected to result in higher losses in the first half of the year and lower losses in the second half.
Operating Expense Ratio: The full-year operating expense ratio is expected to improve modestly to approximately 6.6% in 2026, driven by expense management and investments in new products and digital capabilities.
Capital Generation: Continued growth in capital generation is anticipated in 2026, supported by receivables growth, credit performance, and operational efficiencies.
Consumer Loan Yields: Consumer loan yields are expected to remain stable at current levels in 2026, assuming a steady product mix and competitive environment.
Credit Card Revenue Yield: Credit card revenue yield is expected to continue improving in 2026, contributing to overall revenue growth as the portfolio matures.
Funding Costs: Interest expense as a percentage of receivables is expected to remain similar to 2025 levels, with over 90% of expected average debt already at fixed rates.
Loan Loss Reserves: Loan loss reserve coverage is expected to remain around the current level of 11.5% in the near term, with potential reductions as macroeconomic uncertainty subsides.
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Shareholder Return Plan
Annual Dividend: The regular annual dividend is currently $4.20 per share, representing an approximately 7% yield at today's share price.
Share Repurchase Program: In October, the Board approved a $1 billion share repurchase program through 2028. In the fourth quarter, 1.2 million shares were repurchased for $70 million, up from $32 million in the third quarter and double the $35 million repurchased in all of 2024.
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Key Q&A
Q:What is the outlook for credit and the factors influencing the guide for full-year losses in 2026?
A:Jenny Osterhout explained that 2025 saw a major loss benefit with C&I net charge-offs down 46 basis points and consumer loan losses down 63 basis points. The vintages in the front book are performing as expected, while the pre-August 2022 back book still contributes to delinquency and losses. C&I losses from cards are expected to add 10 basis points more in 2026 compared to 2025. The guide assumes soft unemployment and persistent inflation, with potential benefits if the macro environment improves.
Q:What are the plans and implications if the ILC application is approved?
A:Douglas Shulman stated that the ILC application process is ongoing, and he did not predict a timeline for approval. If approved, it would take about a year to set up, with positive effects likely in 2027. The ILC would allow for serving more customers, a standardized rate structure, and access to deposits, further diversifying the balance sheet. The business plan is strong without the ILC, but it would be additive and accretive.
Q:How will the new take-home merchandise-backed products and Ally program be rolled out?
A:Douglas Shulman explained that the homeownership product will be launched as a pilot to ensure performance before a full rollout. The Ally partnership, which involves a pass-through program with auto dealers, is in its early stages and will be rolled out in a paced and responsible manner.
Q:What are the main use cases for the company's products, and what do they indicate about the state of borrowers?
A:Douglas Shulman stated that about one-third of customers use the product for debt consolidation, leading to a 25% decrease in monthly payments. Other uses include emergency needs and discretionary spending. There have been no significant changes in use cases, indicating no new trends about customers.
Q:What is driving the optimism for 6%-9% loan growth in 2026?
A:Jenny Osterhout highlighted 8% origination growth in 2025 with tight underwriting standards. Growth in 2026 is expected to be driven by innovation in personal loan products, team member effectiveness, and contributions from new products, which accounted for 42% of growth in 2025. Growth is seen as an outcome of meeting return hurdles above 20% return on tangible equity.
Q:What is the outlook for share repurchases in 2026?
A:Douglas Shulman stated that the company is committed to its dividend and will prioritize share repurchases with excess capital. While not predicting exact amounts, the bias is towards using the majority of excess capital for share repurchases.
Q:How are tax refunds expected to impact credit performance and loan demand?
A:Jenny Osterhout stated that tax refunds typically improve delinquencies in Q1 and drive losses down in Q3. The company has no specific expectations for the upcoming tax season, but better-than-expected refunds could bring performance into the lower range of guidance. Loan demand in Q1 is typically low due to tax refunds, but growth is expected to be driven by new product innovation and advancements in auto and credit cards.
Q:What is the outlook for interest yields in 2026?
A:Jenny Osterhout stated that consumer loan yields are currently at 22.5%, up 26 basis points from last year. Yields are expected to remain similar, with product mix influencing future yields. Auto loans have lower yields but better credit performance.
Q:Why was the revenue growth guide removed, and what is the expected revenue growth trend?
A:Jenny Osterhout explained that revenue growth in 2025 was 9.3%, driven by portfolio growth and improving yields. For 2026, revenues are expected to rise with asset growth (6%-9% managed receivables growth). The whole loan sale program, contributing $2.4 billion, also impacts revenue growth.
Q:What is the long-term target loss rate for the credit card book?
A:Jenny Osterhout stated that the long-term target loss rate for the credit card book is 15%-17%. Improvements in servicing and recovery capabilities have driven recent improvements, and the portfolio remains strong with room for higher losses cushioned by revenue yields.
Q:How does the company view the whole loan sale program?
A:Jenny Osterhout stated that the program provides funding flexibility and diversification. The $2.4 billion program has attractive pricing and supports strategic goals. It also offers strategic optionality for the franchise, allowing for potential future opportunities.
Q:What is the capital strategy for the growing credit card portfolio?
A:Jenny Osterhout stated that reserves for the card portfolio are higher at around 22%. The company manages capital across the business, focusing on a 20% return on tangible equity hurdle. The credit card portfolio is expected to be a significant source of profitability.
Q:Review of Unclear Management Responses
A:Management avoided providing a direct timeline for the ILC application approval and its potential effects. Additionally, there was no specific expectation shared for the upcoming tax refund season, and the revenue growth guide was removed without detailed explanation, leaving some ambiguity about future revenue trends.
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OneMain Holdings, Inc. (OMF) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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The earnings call presents a mixed picture: positive aspects include increased revenue growth guidance and strong credit card revenue yields. However, concerns such as persistent inflation, potential increases in C&I losses, and the removal of revenue growth guidance create uncertainties. The Q&A section did not alleviate these concerns, as management provided limited clarity on key issues like the ILC application and tax refund expectations. This balance of positive and negative factors suggests a neutral stock price movement over the next two weeks.
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