10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2010

PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2010

Filed August 9, 2010For Securities:PNC

Summary

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. reported solid financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2010, showing significant improvement over the prior year. Total revenue saw an increase to $3.9 billion for the quarter and $7.7 billion for the first half, driven by higher net interest income due to lower funding costs, partially offset by a decline in noninterest income, primarily from residential mortgage revenues. Noninterest expense decreased considerably, reflecting disciplined management and acquisition-related cost savings. The company successfully completed the integration of National City, achieving substantial cost savings ahead of schedule and closing over 1,300 branches. Credit quality showed signs of stabilization, with nonperforming assets declining and provision for credit losses lower year-over-year. PNC also announced the sale of its Global Investment Servicing business, expected to close in July 2010, which will further strengthen its capital position. The company continues to focus on re-establishing a moderate risk profile while maintaining strong capital and liquidity.

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$3.91B
Operating Income$1.43B
Interest Expense$438.00M
Net Income$803.00M
EPS (Basic)$1.49
EPS (Diluted)$1.47
Shares Outstanding (Basic)524.00M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)527.00M

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue increased to $3.9 billion in Q2 2010 from $3.8 billion in Q2 2009, and to $7.7 billion for the first six months of 2010 from $7.5 billion in the prior year.
  • 2Net income attributable to common shareholders was $786 million ($1.47 per diluted share) in Q2 2010, a significant increase from $65 million ($0.14 per diluted share) in Q2 2009.
  • 3Provision for credit losses decreased to $823 million in Q2 2010 from $1.09 billion in Q2 2009, and to $1.57 billion for the first six months of 2010 from $1.97 billion in the prior year.
  • 4Noninterest expense declined by 20% to $2.0 billion in Q2 2010 from $2.5 billion in Q2 2009, driven by cost savings from the National City integration.
  • 5PNC completed the integration of National City branches, achieving $1.6 billion in annualized cost savings, exceeding original targets.
  • 6Nonperforming assets decreased by $636 million in Q2 2010 to $5.9 billion, indicating stabilization in credit quality.
  • 7PNC announced the sale of PNC Global Investment Servicing Inc. for $2.3 billion, expected to close in July 2010, which will enhance regulatory capital and capital ratios.

Frequently Asked Questions

PNC reported net income attributable to common shareholders of $786 million, or $1.47 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2010. This represents a substantial increase compared to $65 million, or $0.14 per diluted share, for the same period in 2009, driven by higher revenues, lower expenses, and improved credit quality.

PNC successfully completed the integration of National City, including the conversion of over 1,300 branches. This integration resulted in significant cost savings, achieving $1.6 billion in annualized cost savings by the second quarter of 2010, exceeding original targets. This contributed to the lower noninterest expense reported for the period.

PNC's credit quality showed signs of stabilization in the second quarter of 2010, with nonperforming assets decreasing. Consequently, the provision for credit losses declined to $823 million for the quarter, down from $1.09 billion in the prior year's second quarter. Management anticipates that the provision for credit losses in the second half of 2010 may be lower than the first half, depending on economic recovery and regulatory reforms.

Total revenue increased due to higher net interest income, benefiting from lower funding costs. While noninterest income declined primarily due to lower residential mortgage revenues, overall revenue was positively impacted by a diversified business mix and growth in areas like asset management.