Huntington Bancshares is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings of $0.38 per share, representing a 5% year-over-year decline, though revenues are projected to rise 31.2% to $2.82 billion. The consensus EPS estimate has been revised 6.75% lower over the last 30 days. With an Earnings ESP of 0% and a Zacks Rank of #5, the stock is not considered a compelling earnings-beat candidate.

Commerce Bancshares (CBSH) has completed its acquisition of Nolan & Associates, adding investment banking and M&A advisory capabilities to strengthen its middle-market franchise. The deal enables CBSH to generate fee-based revenues from advisory and transaction services while cross-selling banking products to existing clients. The acquisition complements CBSH's broader diversification strategy and mirrors similar moves by regional banks like Huntington Bancshares and Regions Financial to expand advisory-driven revenue streams.

Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) plans $550 million in share repurchases for 2026 and $1.3-$1.4 billion for 2027, increasing buybacks by $200 million due to a recalibrated lower loan-growth outlook of 6% versus previous 8%-9% expectations. The company maintains strong liquidity of $16 billion and has $2.95 billion remaining under its $3 billion repurchase authorization. Acquisition synergies from Veritex and Cadence integrations are generating stronger-than-expected revenue synergies, supporting earnings growth and shareholder returns.

Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) is investing nearly $1 billion in Texas over the next five years, planning to open 150 new financial centers by 2029. Following its February 2026 Comerica acquisition, FITB will establish a network of over 250 financial centers across Texas, positioning itself among the top four banks in Dallas, Houston, and Austin. The expansion aims to drive deposit growth, lending, and cross-selling opportunities.

UMB Financial (UMBF) reported Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $3.57, beating consensus estimates of $3.08, with strong revenue growth of 14.2% YoY driven by net interest income and loan growth. However, shares have underperformed the S&P 500 by 3.3% since earnings. The company faces headwinds from deteriorating credit quality with non-accrual loans rising to $127.5M, though capital ratios improved and profitability metrics strengthened. Management expects positive operating leverage for 2026 with stable net interest margins.

HHAD and the Greenville Housing Fund announced the development of Southernside West, a 54-unit affordable senior housing community in Greenville, S.C. The four-story development will serve residents aged 55+ earning 30-80% of area median income, with completion expected in October 2027. The project is financed through partnerships with CommunityWorks, Huntington Bank, and Freddie Mac.

Huntington Bancshares announced quarterly cash dividends on its common stock at $0.155 per share, unchanged from the prior quarter, payable July 1, 2026. The board also declared dividends on six series of preferred stocks with varying rates ranging from 4.45% to 6.875%, payable in July and August 2026.

Huntington Bancshares Incorporated announced quarterly cash dividends on its preferred stock series. The Board declared a dividend of $356.25 per share on the 5.70% Series I Preferred Stock, payable June 1, 2026, and $343.75 per share on the 5.50% Series L Preferred Stock, payable May 20, 2026.

Nasdaq Texas officially launched as a dual listing exchange on March 5, 2026, with SEC approval of its listing rules. The exchange, domiciled in Texas, allows U.S. public companies to leverage Texas' business-friendly environment while maintaining access to Nasdaq's global platform and technology. Five companies completed the inaugural dual listing cohort, and Nasdaq Inc. itself dual listed on the new exchange to demonstrate confidence in the platform.

Huntington Bancshares stock fell 6.02% on January 22, 2026, after missing Q4 2025 revenue and EPS estimates due to higher expenses and credit provisions. Despite 12% revenue growth, the bank's criticized asset ratio rose and management guided for 10% expense increases in 2026. However, management expects strong growth in net interest income, loans, deposits, and fee revenue, with full synergies from acquisitions expected by mid-2026.

The regional banking sector, tracked by the KRE ETF, is consolidating near a multi-year resistance level around $70. Technicians are watching whether the sector will break out to new highs or form a double top. A sustained move above $70 on expanding volume could signal renewed leadership from regional banks after years of underperformance, with potential positive spillover effects for small-cap equities.

Huntington Bancshares announced a quarterly cash dividend of $356.25 per share on its 5.70% Series I Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, payable on March 2, 2026, to shareholders of record on February 15, 2026.