Fifth Third Bancorp

NasdaqGS:FITB Stock Report

Market Cap: US$45.1b

Fifth Third Bancorp Future Growth

Future criteria checks 4/6

Fifth Third Bancorp is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 22.6% and 16.4% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 19.2% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be 13% in 3 years.

Key information

22.6%

Earnings growth rate

19.20%

EPS growth rate

Banks earnings growth8.1%
Revenue growth rate16.4%
Future return on equity13.02%
Analyst coverage

Good

Last updated30 Apr 2026

Recent future growth updates

Recent updates

FITB: Comerica Expense Savings And Loan Execution Expected To Support Future Profitability

The analyst fair value estimate for Fifth Third Bancorp has been adjusted to $57.30 from $56.02, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, profit margin expectations, and forward P/E multiples that are broadly consistent with recent shifts in Street price targets for the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Fifth Third Bancorp has been active, with multiple firms adjusting price targets and refining views on earnings power, cost efficiency, and balance sheet positioning.

FITB: Comerica Expense Savings And Loan Execution Expected To Support 2026 Profitability

The analyst price target for Fifth Third Bancorp edges slightly lower to about $56.02. Analysts cite refreshed models that balance improved commercial loan trends and expense savings expectations against recent price target cuts tied to updated guidance and sector wide reassessments.

Fifth Third Bancorp: Digesting The Comerica Acquisition

Apr 05

FITB: Comerica Integration And Loan Trends Poised To Drive 2026 Profitability

Analysts have made a modest adjustment to the fair value estimate for Fifth Third Bancorp to $56.76 from $57.68, reflecting updated views on commercial and industrial loan trends, anticipated cost savings from the Comerica integration, and recent shifts in Street price targets, which now range from about $50 to $67. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Fifth Third Bancorp clusters around a generally constructive view on the shares, with differing opinions on how much upside remains relative to current fair value estimates.

FITB: Comerica Integration Expected To Drive Best In Class 2026 Profitability

Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Fifth Third Bancorp higher by roughly $0.35 to $57.68. This reflects a series of recent price target increases across the Street that highlight expectations for loan growth, net interest margin support, capital return, and potential benefits from the Comerica acquisition.

FITB: Comerica Integration And 2026 Profitability Expectations Set To Lift Multiple

Analysts have nudged their average price target on Fifth Third Bancorp higher by about $0.17, citing updated fair value estimates, a slightly lower discount rate, and refined assumptions on profitability and future P/E multiples following a series of recent target hikes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Fifth Third Bancorp has leaned toward higher price targets and rating upgrades, with several firms adjusting their models around earnings power, the planned Comerica acquisition, and how regional banks could be viewed heading into 2026.

FITB: Comerica Deal And Sector Sentiment Expected To Shape Future Multiple

Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Fifth Third Bancorp higher from $56.62 to $57.16, reflecting a collection of recent price target increases and supporting commentary around profitability, the Comerica deal, and expectations for a higher future price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Fifth Third Bancorp has tilted constructive, with multiple firms adjusting price targets higher and, in some cases, upgrading ratings as they revisit profitability, the Comerica acquisition and the potential for a higher P/E multiple.

FITB: Comerica Merger Expected To Unlock Best In Class Profitability

Analysts have lifted their blended fair value estimate for Fifth Third Bancorp by about US$1.91 per share to US$56.62, citing higher Street price targets, expectations for best in class profitability, and potential benefits from the Comerica acquisition and broader regional bank re-rating. Analyst Commentary Recent research activity around Fifth Third Bancorp has centered on the raised price targets, the planned Comerica acquisition, and expectations for profitability and capital return.

FITB: Comerica Merger And Southeast Expansion Will Shape Future Profitability Profile

Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Fifth Third Bancorp to $54.71 from $51.46, citing higher projected profit margins, a lower assumed future P/E multiple aligned with recent price target hikes into the low to high $50s, and growing conviction around the Comerica acquisition. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Fifth Third Bancorp has turned more constructive, with multiple firms lifting price targets and several upgrades linked to the pending Comerica acquisition and expectations for stronger profitability.

FITB: Comerica Merger Will Drive Future EPS Accretion And Market Expansion

Analysts have nudged their price target for Fifth Third Bancorp higher to approximately $51.50 from about $50.50, citing stronger modeled revenue growth, a modestly lower discount rate, and expectations for accretive earnings and improved returns from the planned Comerica acquisition. Analyst Commentary Street research following the Comerica announcement underscores a generally constructive stance on Fifth Third, with most modeling earnings accretion, stronger returns, and improved strategic positioning, while still flagging deal execution and sector valuation risk.

FITB: Comerica Merger Will Drive EPS Accretion And Market Expansion

Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Fifth Third Bancorp, with fair value edging up by about $0.25 to roughly $50.50. This reflects expectations for accretive earnings from the Comerica acquisition, improved fee momentum, and stronger net interest income and operating leverage over the next several years.

FITB: Comerica Merger Will Expand Market Reach And Drive 2027 EPS Upside

Fifth Third Bancorp's analyst price target has been raised by $1 to $58. Analysts cite momentum in fee income, net interest income growth, and anticipated benefits from the Comerica acquisition as key drivers behind the upward revision.

FITB: Merger Execution Will Drive 9% Projected EPS Expansion By 2027

Fifth Third Bancorp’s analyst price target has been modestly lowered by $0.20 to $50.25, as analysts anticipate stronger revenue growth and profit margins, but factor in updated merger dynamics following recent strategic developments. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research following Fifth Third Bancorp's merger announcement with Comerica reveals a mix of optimism and cautious outlooks among analysts.

Analyst Commentary Highlights Optimism and Caution on Fifth Third Bancorp Amid Merger and Valuation Shifts

Fifth Third Bancorp's analyst price target has been revised upward by $0.60 to $50.45. This reflects analyst expectations for stronger revenue growth following recent fee momentum, expanded market presence, and merger synergies.

Southeast Expansion And Digital Lending Will Create Opportunities

Fifth Third Bancorp's analyst price target has been raised by $1.21 to $49.85. Analysts cite improved revenue growth expectations and a more favorable outlook following recent merger activity and strong sector performance.

Southeast Expansion And Digital Lending Will Create Opportunities

Analysts have modestly raised Fifth Third Bancorp’s price target to $48.64, citing improved net interest margin prospects, strong core earnings, and strategic capital management amid supportive sector and macro trends. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are raising price targets on expectations of higher net interest margins and increased non-interest-bearing deposits, particularly from anticipated benefits of the Federal Benefits Direct Express program and updated rate curves.

Fifth Third Bancorp: Solid Q1 But Valuation Is Fair

Apr 19

Fifth Third: Strong Tailwinds But Concerning Valuation

Jan 05

Fifth Third Bancorp Doubled: Why I Believe It Has Still Room To Run

Oct 18

Fifth Third Bancorp Series I PFD Offers 9% Yield But Potential Negative YTC

Sep 08

Fifth Third Bancorp Q2 Earnings Preview: NIM Improvement Likely Priced In (Rating Downgrade)

Jul 16

Fifth Third Bancorp: Expensive For The Right Reasons

Apr 24

Fifth Third Bancorp Q1 Earnings Preview: Higher Rates Could Boost Guidance (Rating Upgrade)

Apr 16

Fifth Third Bancorp: Holding On To Strong Fundamentals Despite Regional Banking Headwinds

Feb 05

Fifth Third Q4 Earnings: Buybacks Coming Sooner Than Expected

Jan 26

Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts

NasdaqGS:FITB - Analysts future estimates and past financials data (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsFree Cash FlowCash from OpAvg. No. Analysts
12/31/202814,5174,472N/AN/A5
12/31/202713,8134,357N/AN/A12
12/31/202612,8392,709N/AN/A12
3/31/20269,0002,026N/AN/AN/A
12/31/20258,3552,3763,8054,514N/A
9/30/20258,1252,2592,8233,484N/A
6/30/20257,9932,1833,7194,298N/A
3/31/20257,9072,1533,1973,671N/A
12/31/20247,9492,1552,4152,824N/A
9/30/20248,0632,0664,5894,997N/A
6/30/20248,1252,1563,3773,773N/A
3/31/20248,1452,1573,1223,574N/A
12/31/20238,1932,2123,9934,509N/A
9/30/20238,2292,4173,9624,510N/A
6/30/20238,2072,4265,0015,584N/A
3/31/20238,0372,3905,4826,062N/A
12/31/20227,8232,3285,7436,428N/A
9/30/20227,7192,2554,9145,697N/A
6/30/20227,7772,3074,4215,226N/A
3/31/20228,0082,4533,9114,757N/A
12/31/20218,2972,6522,0142,704N/A
9/30/20218,2532,593-786-282N/A
6/30/20218,1022,470-1,935-1,458N/A
3/31/20217,4121,960-808-428N/A
12/31/20206,5521,317-31371N/A
9/30/20206,6671,4472,9633,394N/A
6/30/20206,6001,4132,6122,968N/A
3/31/20207,0451,6751,3541,723N/A
12/31/20197,8932,398N/A1,824N/A
9/30/20197,3552,130N/A1,374N/A
6/30/20197,0252,021N/A2,371N/A
3/31/20196,9832,169N/A3,125N/A
12/31/20186,7722,095N/A2,856N/A
9/30/20186,8092,134N/A2,179N/A
6/30/20187,7102,705N/A2,131N/A
3/31/20187,3452,474N/A1,215N/A
12/31/20176,8202,082N/A1,480N/A
9/30/20176,5261,983N/A2,142N/A
6/30/20175,4641,491N/A2,054N/A
3/31/20175,4601,452N/A2,249N/A
12/31/20165,7331,457N/A2,091N/A
9/30/20166,0771,734N/A2,101N/A
6/30/20166,2161,600N/A2,170N/A
3/31/20166,1441,587N/A2,310N/A
12/31/20156,1361,622N/A2,418N/A
9/30/20155,7551,352N/A2,038N/A
6/30/20155,5531,315N/A2,061N/A

Analyst Future Growth Forecasts

Earnings vs Savings Rate: FITB's forecast earnings growth (22.6% per year) is above the savings rate (3.4%).

Earnings vs Market: FITB's earnings (22.6% per year) are forecast to grow faster than the US market (16.1% per year).

High Growth Earnings: FITB's earnings are expected to grow significantly over the next 3 years.

Revenue vs Market: FITB's revenue (16.4% per year) is forecast to grow faster than the US market (11% per year).

High Growth Revenue: FITB's revenue (16.4% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.

Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts

Future Return on Equity

Future ROE: FITB's Return on Equity is forecast to be low in 3 years time (13%).

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/04/30 18:38
End of Day Share Price 2026/04/30 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

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Company Financials10 years
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  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
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  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

Fifth Third Bancorp is covered by 43 analysts. 15 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Stephen BiggarArgus Research Company
David GeorgeBaird
Jason GoldbergBarclays