Fulton Financial Reports Mixed Q1 Results with Increased Loan Loss Provision, Completes Blue Foundry Acquisition, and Issues 2026 Guidance

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Fulton Financial reported Q1 2026 GAAP net income of $92.2 million ($0.51 diluted EPS), down from Q4 2025, largely due to a higher provision for credit losses, while operating results remained stable. The company also announced the completion of its Blue Foundry Bancorp acquisition and provided 2026 operating guidance.

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• Q1 2026 Financial Performance

  Net income available to common shareholders was $92.2 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, a decrease of $4.2 million from Q4 2025. Operating net income available to common shareholders was $99.7 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, remaining stable compared to the prior quarter.

• Increased Provision for Credit Losses

  The provision for credit losses significantly increased to $14.4 million in Q1 2026, up from $2.9 million in Q4 2025, impacting GAAP earnings.

• Expense Management and Capital Strength

  Non-interest expense decreased by $12.7 million to $200.3 million, reflecting disciplined cost control. The common equity tier 1 capital ratio increased to approximately 11.9% from 11.8% in the prior quarter, indicating strong capital generation.

• Blue Foundry Bancorp Acquisition Completed

  The acquisition of Blue Foundry Bancorp was completed effective April 1, 2026, expanding Fulton Financial's presence in northern New Jersey. Integration is expected to continue through summer 2026.

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Fulton Financial reported a decline in GAAP net income and diluted EPS for Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter, primarily driven by a significant increase in the provision for credit losses. However, operating net income and diluted EPS remained stable, supported by effective non-interest expense management. The completion of the Blue Foundry Bancorp acquisition is a key strategic development, expanding the company's presence in northern New Jersey and setting the stage for future integration benefits. Investors should monitor the impact of the increased provision for credit losses and the integration progress of the acquisition, as well as the company's ability to meet its 2026 operating guidance.