Fifth Third Bancorp - FITB STOCK NEWS

Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ: FITB) has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Big Data Healthcare, enhancing its digital payments and managed services in the healthcare sector. This strategic acquisition adds national healthcare revenue cycle capabilities, catering to the growing complexities in healthcare payments. Founded in 2017, Big Data Healthcare specializes in optimizing healthcare results through intelligent data automation, notably with its FUSE solution. While financial terms remain undisclosed, Fifth Third aims to deliver specialized client experiences driven by innovation, positioning itself as a leader in the rapidly growing U.S. healthcare economy.

Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ: FITB) will join the 2023 RBC Capital Markets Financial Institutions Conference on March 8, 2023, at 8:00 AM ET. Key representatives include Tim Spence, President & CEO, and Jamie Leonard, EVP & CFO. Participants can access a live audio webcast and presentation slides through the Investor Relations section of www.53.com, available for 14 days post-conference. Fifth Third Bancorp has a long history of innovation and community impact, recognized as one of Ethisphere's World’s Most Ethical Companies. Its common stock trades under the symbol FITB.

Fifth Third Bank has achieved an “Outstanding” rating from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency in its latest Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) examination.

The assessment covered the period from January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2021, marking the bank's first such examination under the OCC. It received top ratings in all three tested areas: Lending, Investment, and Service. Notably, the bank surpassed its $32 billion five-year Community Commitment, delivering $41.6 billion in community support, including significant contributions to mortgage and small business lending.

Fifth Third Bank has raised its prime lending rate to 7.75%, effective immediately. This increase follows the previous adjustment on December 14, 2022, when the rate was lifted from 7.00% to 7.50%. The bank aims to continue its tradition of innovation and community impact while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical business practices as recognized by Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies®. Fifth Third Bancorp, traded on NASDAQ under the symbol FITB, serves to enhance financial services for individuals, families, and businesses since 1858.

Fifth Third Bancorp (Nasdaq: FITB) announced that its subsidiary, Fifth Third Bank, has issued a redemption notice for all outstanding MB fixed-to-floating rate subordinated notes due December 1, 2027. The notes, amounting to $175 million, will be redeemed on March 1, 2023, for 100% of the principal plus accrued interest up to the redemption date. This move is part of Fifth Third's strategy to manage its capital and improve its balance sheet.

Fifth Third Bank addresses how inflation impacts everyday expenses by providing budgeting strategies, products, and services to customers. The bank emphasizes creating an accurate budget to track spending, suggesting cost-cutting methods such as reducing discretionary spending and opting for private-label grocery brands. It also advises debt consolidation for lower interest payments and encourages maintaining an emergency fund to cover three months of living expenses. Fifth Third aims to assist customers in managing finances effectively during challenging economic times, underscoring its commitment to customer care.

Fifth Third Bank (NASDAQ: FITB) reported a strong performance in 4Q22 with a 16% year-over-year revenue increase, totaling $2.3 billion. Expenses rose only 1%, leading to improved net interest margin (NIM) of 3.35%. Notably, net income available to common shareholders was $699 million, or $1.01 per diluted share, reflecting an 11% increase from the previous quarter. The bank achieved a 29.2% ROTCE and reduced nonperforming assets (NPA) ratio to 0.44%. Share repurchases totaled $100 million. However, full-year net income decreased to $2.4 billion from $2.8 billion in 2021.

Fifth Third Bank's Foundation Office announced over $6.5 million in grants for 2022 to support various charitable organizations focusing on education, arts, health, and community programs. Notable beneficiaries include Cincinnati Children’s, which received funds for expanding mental health services, and ArtWorks for developing an arts hub in Walnut Hills. The Dornette Foundation also contributed $1 million for the Cincinnati Zoo’s Aerial Adventure Course, enhancing community engagement in nature. Grants aim to empower low- to moderate-income individuals and foster workforce development.