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BMO (NYSE:BMO) economists estimate the 2026 global soccer tournament could add up to US$81 billion to U.S. quarterly GDP. The U.S. is projected to capture roughly four fifths of fan spending, with tourism-related outlays of US$22–$76 billion plus US$1–$5 billion from higher domestic consumption.
BMO expects the event to lift U.S. annualized GDP growth by 0.1–0.3 percentage points in Q2–Q3 2026, mainly benefiting hotels, airlines, restaurants and entertainment, alongside a modest temporary employment boost. BMO also highlights its long-term investments in North American soccer and community programs.
BMO (NYSE:BMO), with REX Shares, launched MicroSectors™ 3× Long AI ETNs (AIQU) and -3× Short AI ETNs (AIQD), due May 30, 2046, set to trade on NYSE Arca.
They provide 3× daily long or short exposure to the BITA AI Leaders Select NTR US Index, target sophisticated traders, are not buy-and-hold products, and carry BMO credit risk.
BMO (TSX:BMO, NYSE:BMO) declared a third-quarter 2026 common share dividend of $1.71 per share, a $0.04 (2%) increase from the prior quarter and 5% above the prior year. The common dividend is payable August 26, 2026, to shareholders of record July 30, 2026.
The Board also declared a $0.426 dividend on Class B Preferred Shares Series 44, payable August 25, 2026, to shareholders of record July 30, 2026. Both dividends are designated as eligible dividends for Canadian tax purposes.
BMO (TSX:BMO, NYSE:BMO) reported Q2 2026 net income of $2,630 million, up 34% year-over-year, with EPS of $3.53, up 41%. Adjusted net income was $2,733 million and adjusted EPS $3.67, both up 34–40%.
Provision for credit losses fell to $739 million from $1,054 million and reported ROE rose to 13.0%. BMO raised its common share dividend to $1.71 and repurchased 6.0 million shares. CET1 capital was 13.0%. BMO agreed to sell its Transportation and Vendor Finance businesses to Stonepeak, expecting an approximately $1.1 billion pre-tax charge at closing.
BMO (TSX:BMO) and One Young World announced winners of the inaugural Generation Regen Challenge, supporting youth-led regenerative agriculture projects in Canada and the United States.
Two winners and four finalists receive grants plus scholarships to attend the One Young World Summit in Cape Town.
BMO also highlighted more than $124 million directed to communities in 2025, including $101 million in philanthropic contributions and over $40.3 million in employee-driven donations, alongside 54,000+ volunteer hours.
BMO (NYSE:BMO) agreed to sell its Transportation Finance and Vendor Finance businesses to Stonepeak, an infrastructure-focused investment firm. BMO will retain a 19.9% minority interest in the new entity, which is based in Irving, Texas and employs over 700 people.
The platform is among North America’s largest commercial truck and trailer lenders, serving U.S. and Canadian markets. Existing leadership under Gary Kempinski will remain in place. The deal, supported by asset-based and bank financing, is expected to close in Q4 2026, subject to regulatory and customary approvals.
BMO (TSX:BMO, NYSE:BMO) agreed to sell its Transportation Finance and Vendor Finance businesses to Stonepeak, including about C$14.5 billion of U.S. and Canadian loans and leases as of March 31, 2026.
BMO will reinvest for a 19.9% equity stake in the new entity, expects a C$0.9 billion net after-tax charge in Q3 2026, and projects an approximate 28 bps increase in its CET1 ratio, with no material impact on future run rate earnings. Closing is targeted for Q4 fiscal 2026, subject to approvals.
BMO Financial Group (NYSE:BMO) will announce its second quarter 2026 financial results on May 27, 2026. A news release is scheduled for approximately 6:00 a.m. ET, followed by an investor community conference call at 8:15 a.m. ET.
The call is listen-only via telephone (passcode 89709#) and the company webcast. Presentation materials and a rebroadcast will be available online and by phone; the webcast remains until Sept 1, 2026.
BMO (NYSE:BMO) launched Return on Intelligence, a podcast series hosted by Dr. Kristin Milchanowski, BMO's Chief AI and Quantum Officer, produced by the BMO Institute for Applied AI and Quantum.
The series features interviews on applying AI and quantum to decision-making, governance, talent, and scaling responsible innovation; debut episode features Mona Malone. Episodes stream on Markets Plus, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.
BMO (BMO) survey finds Americans moving toward "forever homes," delaying first purchases to an average age of 40 and favoring one long-term purchase over starter homes. 74% still view homeownership as a major aspiration, but only 14% of non-homeowners plan to buy within a year and 51% are waiting for lower rates.
The report highlights affordability pressures—caregiving, insurance and climate risks—and rising use of digital tools: 72% of buyers will use AI. BMO emphasizes tools and programs to help prospective buyers save and prepare.