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SCHWAB CHARLES CORP Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2021

Filing Date
Filed November 8, 2021
Period End
September 30, 2021
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K135

SCHW filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 135 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

  1. Leadership change8-K · Sep ’18Sep ’18
  2. Deal closed8-K · Oct ’20Oct ’20
  3. Leadership change8-K · Jan ’26Jan ’26

Summary

Summary of the 10-Q filed November 8, 2021. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) reported strong financial performance for the nine months ending September 30, 2021, driven significantly by the integration of TD Ameritrade.

Total net revenues surged by 84% year-over-year to $13.8 billiona, while net income available to common stockholders more than doubled to $3.9 billion. This growth was fueled by substantial increases in net interest revenue and asset management and administration fees, benefiting from the expanded client base and asset base post-acquisition. The company also saw a significant jump in trading revenue, reflecting heightened client activity.

Key operational highlights include a 127% increase in active brokerage accounts and a 73% rise in total client assets to $7.61 trillionb. Schwab is actively managing integration costs, with expected synergies from the TD Ameritrade acquisition largely on track.

The company's capital position remains strong, with a Tier 1 Leverage Ratio of 6.3%c, above regulatory minimums. Despite ongoing integration efforts and market volatility, Schwab demonstrates robust client acquisition and asset growth, positioning it well for continued expansion in the wealth management sector.

Key Highlights

  1. Total net revenues increased by 84% to $13.8 billion for the first nine months of 2021 compared to the prior year.
  2. Net income available to common stockholders more than doubled, reaching $3.9 billion for the first nine months of 2021.
  3. Total client assets grew by 73% year-over-year to $7.61 trillion as of September 30, 2021.
  4. Active brokerage accounts increased by 127% to 32.7 million.
  5. The company is on track with the TD Ameritrade integration, expecting to realize annualized cost synergies of $1.8 billion to $2.0 billion.
  6. Net interest revenue increased 37% driven by growth in margin loans and securities lending, significantly boosted by the TD Ameritrade acquisition.
  7. Return on tangible common equity (ROTCE) improved significantly to 21% for the first nine months of 2021, up from 14% in the prior year.

Financial Statements

Q3 FY2021 against Q3 FY2020

Line itemQ3 FY2021Q3 FY2020Change
Revenue$4.57B$2.45B+86.7%
Interest Expense$123.00M$89.00M+38.2%
Net Income$1.53B$698.00M+118.6%
EPS (Basic)$0.74$0.48+54.2%
EPS (Diluted)$0.74$0.48+54.2%
Shares Outstanding (Basic)1.89B1.29B+46.5%
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.90B1.29B+46.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How has the TD Ameritrade acquisition impacted Schwab's financial performance?

    The acquisition of TD Ameritrade has been a major driver of Schwab's financial performance. It significantly boosted total net revenues, net income, client assets, and the number of brokerage accounts. The integration is progressing, with expected cost synergies on track and contributing to improved profitability metrics.

  2. What is the company's outlook on client asset growth and engagement?

    Schwab is experiencing robust client asset growth, with total client assets reaching $7.61 trillion. Client engagement remains strong, evidenced by a significant increase in new brokerage accounts and continued high levels of asset inflows. The company's strategy focuses on developing trusted client relationships to drive further asset growth.

  3. How is Schwab managing integration costs and realizing synergies from the TD Ameritrade acquisition?

    Schwab is actively managing acquisition and integration-related costs, which include technology work and other expenses. The company expects to incur between $2.0 billion and $2.2 billion in total acquisition and integration-related costs and capital expenditures. Simultaneously, Schwab anticipates realizing annualized cost synergies of $1.8 billion to $2.0 billion, with approximately 40% already achieved on an annualized run-rate basis by the third quarter of 2021.

  4. What is the company's capital position and regulatory compliance?

    Schwab maintains a strong capital position, with a Tier 1 Leverage Ratio of 6.3% as of September 30, 2021, which is above regulatory minimums. The company's banking subsidiaries are also considered well-capitalized. Schwab is subject to various regulatory capital requirements and was in compliance with all applicable rules as of the reporting date.