First Horizon Reports Strong Q1 2026 Earnings with 29% EPS Growth and Reduced Credit Loss Provision
FHN sits 32% above its 52-week low of $18.58.
Summary
First Horizon Corp. reported strong Q1 2026 financial results, with diluted EPS increasing by 29.3% and net interest income rising by 5.7%, alongside a significant 62.5% reduction in credit loss provision.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · FHN
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Strong Q1 2026 Earnings Growth
Diluted earnings per common share increased by 29.3% to $0.53 for Q1 2026, up from $0.41 in Q1 2025. Net income available to common shareholders rose 20.6% to $257 million.
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Improved Net Interest Income and Margin
Net interest income increased by $36 million, or 5.7%, to $667 million, and the net interest margin expanded by 10 basis points to 3.52% compared to Q1 2025, primarily due to lower interest-bearing deposit costs.
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Significant Reduction in Credit Loss Provision
The provision for credit losses decreased by 62.5% to $15 million in Q1 2026 from $40 million in Q1 2025, reflecting improved grade migration and lower CRE and consumer loan balances. Net charge-offs remained stable at $28 million.
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Active Capital Management
The company issued $400 million of 6.75% Series H Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock in March 2026, bolstering Tier 1 and Total Capital ratios. Additionally, $235 million of common stock was repurchased under the October 2025 program during the quarter.
Analysis · FHN · Finance
First Horizon Corp. delivered a robust first quarter, showcasing significant improvements across key financial metrics. The substantial increase in diluted EPS and net interest income, coupled with a sharp reduction in the provision for credit losses, indicates strong operational performance and a healthier credit outlook. The company's active capital management, including a new preferred stock issuance and ongoing share repurchases, reinforces its commitment to shareholder returns and maintaining a solid capital position. Investors should view these results as a positive signal of the company's financial strength and strategic execution.
At the time of this filing, FHN was trading at $24.47 on NYSE in the Finance sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $11.7B. The 52-week trading range was $18.58 to $26.56. This filing was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 8 out of 10.