Summary
The Charles Schwab Corporation's (SCHW) Q1 2012 report shows a slight decline in net revenues and net income compared to the previous year, primarily due to lower asset management and administration fees and higher net impairment losses on securities. Despite this, the company demonstrated strong client acquisition, with net new client assets reaching $38.9 billion, and total client assets at a record $1.83 trillion. Operating expenses excluding interest saw an increase, largely driven by compensation, benefits, and expenses related to the optionsXpress acquisition. The company's capital position remains strong, with Schwab Bank being considered 'well capitalized' by regulators and Schwab and optionsXpress, Inc. maintaining robust net capital ratios.
Financial Highlights
37 data points| Revenue | $1.19B |
| Interest Expense | $38.00M |
| Net Income | $195.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.15 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.15 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 1.27B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 1.27B |
Key Highlights
- 1Net revenues decreased by 1% to $1,189 million compared to $1,207 million in Q1 2011.
- 2Net income decreased by 20% to $195 million ($0.15 per diluted share) compared to $243 million ($0.20 per diluted share) in Q1 2011.
- 3Net new client assets surged by 69% to $38.9 billion, and total client assets reached a record $1.83 trillion.
- 4Expenses excluding interest increased by 8% to $876 million, mainly due to higher compensation, benefits, and acquisition-related costs.
- 5The company issued 400,000 shares of Series A Preferred Stock, raising $394 million in net proceeds.
- 6Net impairment losses on securities increased significantly to $18 million from $7 million, primarily related to non-agency residential mortgage-backed securities.
- 7Schwab Bank maintained its 'well capitalized' status, exceeding all regulatory requirements.