The chart below shows how ZION performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, ZION sees a -6.14% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a -4.58% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +2.40%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Q3 Net Earnings Increase: Net earnings for Q3 were $204 million, an increase of $14 million due to higher revenues and lower expenses.
Customer Deposit Growth: Customer deposits increased by 1.5 percentage points quarter-over-quarter, with non-interest bearing demand deposits rising by 1%.
Net Interest Margin Improvement: Net interest margin expanded by 5 basis points sequentially and improved by 10 basis points compared to the same quarter last year.
Customer Non-Interest Income Growth: Customer-related non-interest income rose to $161 million, up from $154 million in the prior quarter, driven by a $7 million increase in capital market fees.
Tier 1 Ratio Improvement: The common equity Tier 1 ratio improved to 10.7%, up from 10.6% in the previous quarter and 10.2% a year ago.
Negative
Classified Loan Balance Increase: Classified loan balances increased by $829,000,000, primarily in the multifamily portfolio, indicating a deterioration in credit quality.
Rising Non-Performing Assets: Non-performing assets rose by $103,000,000 to $306,000,000, now representing 62 basis points of loans, reflecting increased credit risk.
Modest Loan Growth: Loan growth was modest at under 1% for the quarter, suggesting weak demand and potential headwinds in the lending environment.
Credit Loss Allowance Increase: The allowance for credit losses increased to 1.25% of total loans and leases, indicating a cautious approach to potential future losses amid economic uncertainty.
Deposit Balance Decline: Average non-interest bearing deposit balances declined slightly, signaling potential challenges in maintaining customer deposits.
Earnings call transcript: Zions Bancorporation beats Q4 2024 expectations
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