10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2010

FIFTH THIRD BANCORP Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2010

Filed August 9, 2010For Securities:FITBFITBOFITBPFITB-PIFITB-PMFITB-PAFITBIFITB-PK

Summary

Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) reported its second quarter and first half 2010 financial results, indicating a significant year-over-year decline in net income available to common shareholders due to the absence of a large gain from the previous year's processing business sale. For the quarter ended June 30, 2010, net income available to common shareholders was $130 million ($0.16 per diluted share), a sharp decrease from $856 million ($1.15 per diluted share) in the prior year. This decline was primarily driven by the $1.8 billion gain on the Processing Business Sale in Q2 2009, which significantly boosted prior-year results. However, the company saw an improvement in credit trends, with a substantial decrease in the provision for loan and lease losses. Net interest income on a FTE basis increased by 6% for the quarter and 11% for the first half, driven by a better interest rate spread resulting from a shift to lower-cost deposit products. While total loans decreased year-over-year, core deposits showed growth, indicating a stronger funding base. The Bancorp's capital ratios remained robust, exceeding regulatory well-capitalized guidelines, with a Tier 1 capital ratio of 13.66% at June 30, 2010. The company also highlighted its continued focus on managing expenses and improving operational efficiency. Despite a challenging economic environment, particularly in certain geographic markets, Fifth Third Bancorp demonstrated resilience through improved net interest income and a strengthening deposit base, while proactively managing credit risk.

Financial Statements
Beta
Interest Expense$234.00M
Net Income$192.00M
EPS (Basic)$0.16
EPS (Diluted)$0.16
Shares Outstanding (Basic)791.00M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)802.00M

Key Highlights

  • 1Net income available to common shareholders was $130 million ($0.16/diluted share) for Q2 2010, down 85% from $856 million ($1.15/diluted share) in Q2 2009, largely due to the absence of the 2009 processing business sale gain.
  • 2Net interest income (FTE) increased 6% to $887 million in Q2 2010 and 11% to $1.8 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2010, driven by improved interest rate spreads due to a favorable shift in funding mix.
  • 3Provision for loan and lease losses decreased significantly by 69% to $325 million in Q2 2010 and by 50% to $915 million for the first half, reflecting moderating credit trends.
  • 4Total loans and leases decreased by 8% year-over-year to $78.4 billion at June 30, 2010, while core deposits increased by 9% to $75.7 billion, strengthening the funding base.
  • 5The Bancorp maintained strong capital positions, with Tier 1 capital ratio at 13.66% and Tier 1 common equity ratio at 7.17% as of June 30, 2010, exceeding regulatory requirements.
  • 6Noninterest income declined 76% to $620 million in Q2 2010, primarily due to the processing business sale in the prior year.
  • 7Nonperforming assets as a percentage of total loans, leases and other assets were 3.87% at June 30, 2010 (excluding held for sale), a slight improvement from 4.22% at year-end 2009, but up from 3.48% at June 30, 2009.

Frequently Asked Questions

The substantial decrease in net income available to common shareholders from $856 million in Q2 2009 to $130 million in Q2 2010 was primarily due to the $1.8 billion gain on the sale of the processing business recognized in the second quarter of 2009. This gain was not present in the current year's results.

Credit quality showed signs of moderation. The provision for loan and lease losses decreased significantly by 69% year-over-year for the quarter, reflecting improved credit trends. Net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans and leases also decreased. However, nonperforming assets as a percentage of total assets remained elevated compared to the prior year period, with concentrations noted in certain real estate-related loan categories and specific geographic regions.

Net interest income saw positive growth, increasing by 6% for the quarter and 11% for the first half of 2010. This improvement was driven by an increased interest rate spread, attributed to a favorable shift in the funding mix towards lower-cost core deposits and a reduction in higher-cost wholesale funding.

Fifth Third Bancorp maintained strong capital ratios. The Tier 1 capital ratio was 13.66%, and the Tier 1 common equity ratio was 7.17% as of June 30, 2010. These ratios comfortably exceed the regulatory requirements for being 'well-capitalized', indicating a solid capital position.