
FITB Stock Forecast & Price Target
FITB Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Fifth Third Bancorp's positive outlook is supported by expected increases in dividends over the next 12 to 24 months, driven by anticipated growth in net interest income, assuming favorable interest rate conditions continue. In 4Q24, the company demonstrated robust performance with positive loan growth in 13 of its 15 regions, predominantly in commercial loans, alongside overall growth across nearly all asset classes. Furthermore, there is potential for stronger-than-expected loan growth and net interest income in 2025, bolstered by a favorable regulatory environment anticipated to stimulate merger and acquisition activity in the banking sector.
Bears say
Fifth Third Bancorp is facing a challenging outlook due to anticipated lower earnings and profitability amid a potential recession in late 2025 or early 2026, with forecasts indicating a 9% decline in fee income quarter-over-quarter. The company's Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio is concerningly low at 8.1% when factoring in negative Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (AOCI), raising worries about its financial stability. Furthermore, there are significant risks tied to credit quality; a deterioration in loan credit quality could necessitate increased provisions for loan losses, compounding the financial strains faced by the institution.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Fifth Third Bancorp and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
FITB Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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