Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB)

Nov 11, 2026

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Nov 11, 2026

A Georgia couple has filed a product liability lawsuit against Enphase Energy and ADT Solar, claiming a defective rooftop solar system and improper installation caused an electrical fire that destroyed their home and led to over $746,000 in damages. The system, which reportedly failed multiple inspections, included Enphase Energy microinverters and battery storage equipment. The lawsuit alleges negligence, defective product design, failure to warn, and breach of contract, seeking compensation and cancellation of the solar loan.

Nov 10, 2026

Sunoco LP Director David Skidmore recently purchased 1,500 shares of the company's stock for $92,295, increasing his total holdings to 20,748 shares. This insider transaction follows Sunoco's latest quarterly earnings, where it missed EPS estimates but exceeded revenue expectations, and a dividend increase to $1.0148 per share. Analysts generally rate Sunoco as a "Buy" with an average price target of $80.12.

Nov 10, 2026

F.N.B. Corp. has opened two new branches in Pittsburgh, increasing its presence to 82 branches in the 10-county metro area, just two behind PNC. The bank plans to open a third office in mid-2027 as part of its ongoing expansion efforts.

Nov 10, 2026

The Dallas Stars and Fifth Third Bank have announced that Comerica Center in Frisco, Texas, will be rebranded as Fifth Third Arena. This change follows Fifth Third Bank's merger with Comerica in February 2026 and its significant expansion in North Texas, with plans for more financial centers and a $3.1 billion community commitment. The rebrand also includes the launch of "Fifth Third Community Skates" on the first Saturday of each month.

Nov 10, 2026

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Nov 10, 2026

Vestor Capital LLC significantly increased its stake in Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) during the third quarter of 2026, purchasing 281,743 shares to bring its total holdings to 281,898 shares valued at approximately $14.3 million. Analysts generally have a "Moderate Buy" rating for FITB with an average price target of $60.87. The company recently reported quarterly EPS of $1.13, surpassing estimates, and increased its quarterly dividend to $0.42 per share.

Nov 10, 2026

Private Management Group Inc. increased its stake in Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp. (OCSL) by 3.6% in the third quarter, purchasing an additional 140,848 shares and bringing its total holdings to 4.01 million shares valued at approximately $47.7 million. Several other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in OCSL. Analysts currently have a "Reduce" consensus rating for the stock, with an average price target of $11.83.

Nov 9, 2026

Fifth Third Bank has appointed Jeff Goodwin, a former JPMorganChase executive, as its new regional president for Tennessee. Goodwin will succeed a long-standing banker in leading the Nashville market. This move marks a significant leadership change for one of Nashville's major banks.

Nov 9, 2026

Matador Resources (NYSE:MTDR) Director Paul Harvey recently acquired 500 shares of the company's stock, increasing his direct holdings by 1.53% to 33,121 shares. This comes after Matador Resources reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, and increased its quarterly dividend. The company maintains a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with an average price target of $68.50.

Nov 9, 2026

Pictet Asset Management Holding SA reduced its stake in Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) by 3.6% in the third quarter, selling 52,837 shares. Despite this, other institutional investors like BlackRock Inc. and Envestnet Asset Management Inc. increased their holdings, and Vistra reported strong Q3 earnings, raised its 2026 outlook, and announced a $1.5 billion share repurchase program. The stock experienced a slight dip, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a consensus target price of $203.35, though concerns remain regarding potential Texas policy changes.

Nov 9, 2026

Seventeen research firms have given Kinross Gold Corporation (NYSE:KGC) a consensus recommendation of "Moderate Buy," with an average 12-month target price of $37.98. The company recently reported quarterly earnings of $0.50 per share, exceeding consensus estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.04 per share. Hedge funds and other institutional investors have also adjusted their positions in the company, with 63.69% of the stock owned by institutional investors.

Nov 9, 2026

In Jacksonville's competitive labor market, Pinnacle Financial Partners emphasizes that a strong company culture and a deliberate hiring strategy are crucial for growth. The article highlights the importance of fostering an empowering environment with clear expectations, open communication, and a focus on relationships. By proactively building connections with talented professionals and ensuring team members share in the firm's success, businesses can attract and retain top talent, leading to stronger client relationships and sustainable growth.

Nov 8, 2026

Chicago Partners Investment Group LLC significantly increased its stake in Huntsman Corporation (NYSE:HUN) by 457.8% in the third quarter, acquiring 162,798 additional shares to hold a total of 198,356 shares valued at $1.75 million. Despite this increased institutional interest, analyst opinions are mixed, with a consensus "Hold" rating and an average price target of $11.69. Huntsman recently reported Q3 EPS of $0.04, missing estimates, while revenue grew 17.6% year-over-year to $1.72 billion.

Nov 8, 2026

Fifth Third Securities Inc. initiated a new position in Apple Inc. by purchasing 2,007 shares valued at approximately $669,000 in the third quarter. Institutional investors now collectively own 67.73% of Apple shares. The iPhone maker recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, but faces potential challenges from rising memory costs and supply constraints.

Nov 8, 2026

Wall Street Zen has downgraded Eagle Materials (NYSE:EXP) from "hold" to "sell." MarketBeat data shows a consensus "reduce" rating and an average price target of $193.33, with several analysts lowering price targets despite maintaining neutral or hold ratings. The company recently reported quarterly EPS of $3.63, missing the consensus, but revenue of $652.75 million exceeded estimates, increasing 2.2% year over year.

Nov 7, 2026

A 56-year-old Harper Woods man, Roylee Darryl Buck, Jr., has been charged with bank robbery and is being held on a $1 million bond. He is accused of passing a threatening note to a teller at a Huntington Bank in Warren on November 3, 2026, and fleeing with cash. Due to a habitual offender fourth-offense notice, he faces a potential life sentence, and Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido has vowed aggressive prosecution.

Nov 7, 2026

Zacks Research has downgraded Western Midstream Partners (NYSE:WES) from a "strong-buy" to a "hold" rating, aligning with the current analyst consensus. This downgrade follows the company's recent quarterly earnings, where it missed EPS estimates but met revenue expectations with a 25.4% year-over-year increase. WES shares are trading near their 1-year low, and institutional investors have recently adjusted their positions in the company.

Nov 6, 2026

Savers Value Village (NYSE:SVV) stock rose 13.4% after reporting stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, with EPS of $0.16 against an estimated $0.15 and revenue of $463.08 million, surpassing forecasts. Analysts currently hold a consensus "Hold" rating with an average target price of $13.29, despite recent insider sales totaling $2.56 million. Institutional investors hold 98.78% of the stock.

Nov 6, 2026

Sidoti has reduced its Q4 2026 EPS forecast for Eastman Kodak (NYSE:KODK) to $0.15, while setting full-year 2027 and 2028 EPS estimates at $0.80 and $0.93, respectively. This follows Kodak's Q4 earnings where EPS of $0.18 beat consensus, but revenue of $276 million missed expectations. The stock currently holds a "Reduce" consensus rating from analysts.

Nov 6, 2026

NXP Semiconductors Director Anthony Foxx sold 400 shares of NXPI stock for $263.60 each, totaling $105,440, reducing his position by 11.97%. The sale occurred shortly after NXP reported strong quarterly earnings of $4.20 per share and $3.79 billion in revenue, surpassing expectations, and authorized a $5 billion stock repurchase program. Analysts currently have a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating with an average price target of $295.78 for the stock.

Nov 5, 2026

FIFTH THIRD BANCORP has initiated a new $538.6 million position in Exxon Mobil (XOM) stock, as revealed in a recent SEC 13F filing for the report period ending September 30, 2026. This move comes as 2,612 institutional investors increased their holdings in XOM during the latest quarter, while 308 decreased their positions. The article also provides details on recent congressional trading activity and analyst price targets for XOM.

Nov 5, 2026

Mid Penn Bank has appointed Heather Hall as president of its western division. In this role, Hall will be responsible for overseeing customer development across 10 counties, including Fayette and Westmoreland. The appointment signals a leadership shake-up within the bank.

Nov 5, 2026

Two banks in Metro Detroit were robbed in broad daylight on Election Day, one in Royal Oak and another in Warren. The Royal Oak robbery occurred at a Fifth Third Bank around 2:15 p.m., while the Warren robbery took place at a Huntington Bank around 3 p.m. Investigators are working to determine if the same suspect is responsible for both incidents.

Nov 5, 2026

Hahn Capital Management LLC initiated a new $4.49 million investment in Miami International Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:MIAX) during the third quarter, acquiring 134,065 shares. This stake now constitutes 2.6% of Hahn Capital Management's portfolio. Miami International Holdings recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates with an EPS of $0.45 and a 243.6% year-over-year revenue increase to $376.18 million.

Nov 5, 2026

Provenance Wealth Advisors LLC recently acquired 104,546 shares of Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., valued at approximately $1.155 million, during the third quarter. Other institutional investors also increased their stakes in the bank, with hedge funds and institutional investors collectively owning 3.26% of Mizuho's stock. Despite a recent downgrade by Weiss Ratings, Mizuho Financial Group currently holds an average "Buy" rating from analysts.

Nov 5, 2026

The Social Security Administration is changing the administrator for its Direct Express prepaid Mastercard program, switching from Comerica Bank to Fifth Third Bank due to a merger. Millions of beneficiaries who receive their payments via these cards will be issued new cards from Fifth Third Bank, a process that began in mid-2026 and will continue into early 2027. Beneficiaries should keep their contact information updated and continue using their old Comerica card until the new one arrives, with no impact on benefit amounts.

Nov 4, 2026

ProShare Advisors LLC significantly increased its holdings in Simmons First National Corporation (SFNC) by 38.8% in the third quarter, bringing its stake to 445,896 shares valued at $10.1 million. Other institutional investors also made substantial acquisitions, contributing to the 27.58% institutional ownership of the company. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating with an average price target of $25.69, following recent upgrades from Zacks Research and Piper Sandler.

Nov 4, 2026

Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. initiated a new position in Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE:TFC) during the third quarter, acquiring over 300,000 shares valued at approximately $13.9 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their holdings, with BlackRock Inc. and State Street Corp significantly increasing their stakes. The article also covers recent analyst ratings, financial performance metrics, and a recent insider purchase by CEO Michael Lyons, alongside the company's dividend announcement.

Nov 4, 2026

First Nebraska Trust Co has acquired a new stake of 56,591 shares in ExxonMobil Corporation, valued at approximately $9.21 million, making it their 27th largest position. Other institutional investors like GQG Partners LLC and Dimensional Fund Advisors LP also increased their holdings. ExxonMobil recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, and increased its quarterly dividend to $1.07 per share.

Nov 4, 2026

Aware Super Pty Ltd, acting as trustee of Aware Super, recently acquired a new stake in The Hershey Company, purchasing 19,699 shares valued at approximately $3.105 million during the third quarter. This acquisition is part of broader institutional investment activity in Hershey, with several other firms also adjusting their positions. The article also provides details on analyst ratings, stock performance, recent earnings, and dividend announcements for the company.

Nov 3, 2026

HealthSource of Ohio has secured financing for a new $60 million medical facility in Batavia, Clermont County, with Fifth Third Bank providing the funding. The facility, which is a partnership between HealthSource of Ohio and UC Health, broke ground on October 20th. This development will expand medical services in the region.

Nov 3, 2026

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods has reduced its price target for KKR Real Estate Finance Trust (NYSE:KREF) from $6.50 to $5.50, while maintaining a "market perform" rating, suggesting a potential upside of 4.46%. The company currently holds an average "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $8.67, and institutional investors own approximately 70.23% of its stock. KREF shares opened at $5.26 and are near their 52-week low of $4.93, reflecting cautious analyst sentiment.

Nov 3, 2026

Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. has acquired a new stake of 373,992 shares in Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE:FCX), valued at approximately $26,179,000. This acquisition is part of broader institutional investment activity, with several other hedge funds and institutional investors also increasing their holdings in the natural resource company. Freeport-McMoRan recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend.

Nov 3, 2026

Megan D. Burkhart, EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer of Fifth Third Bancorp (NYSE:FITB), sold 397.563 common shares at $53.445 each on October 29, 2026. This transaction was an open-market sale, correcting an immaterial amount previously undisclosed in an earlier filing. Following the sale, Burkhart's direct ownership in Fifth Third Bancorp totals 175,349.392 shares.

Nov 2, 2026

Fraud and scam attempts are on the rise, with North Carolina being a prime target, prompting Fifth Third Bank and CMPD to offer eight essential habits to protect finances. These habits include hanging up on suspicious calls, watching for emotional manipulation, establishing family code words, and understanding that banks and government agencies will not solicit money over the phone. Emphasizing prevention over recovery, the article also advises slowing down to do homework on investment pitches, enabling two-factor authentication, recognizing that some scams originate from trusted individuals, and openly discussing scam experiences to protect others.

Nov 2, 2026

Fifth Third Bank has been named the presenting sponsor for Christmas Nights of Lights at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center, returning from November 6 to December 31, 2026. This drive-through light show features over a million LED lights synchronized to music and supports local nonprofit organizations through a charitable giving initiative. Guests can purchase discounted tickets using unique promotional codes, with a portion of proceeds benefiting participating charities.

Nov 2, 2026

Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. recently acquired 1,184,622 shares of Fifth Third Bancorp, valued at approximately $59.9 million, giving it a 0.13% stake in the company. Institutional investors collectively hold 83.79% of Fifth Third Bancorp. The bank also reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, and increased its quarterly dividend.

Nov 2, 2026

Q2 Holdings (NYSE:QTWO) has received a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from brokerages, with an average 12-month price target of $78.33. The company surpassed Q3 earnings and revenue expectations, raising its fiscal 2026 revenue outlook. However, concerns persist regarding slowing recurring-revenue backlog growth, moderating margin expansion, valuation, and leadership changes.

Nov 2, 2026

Short interest in First Trust Emerging Markets Small Cap AlphaDEX Fund (FEMS) significantly declined by 42.9% in October, totaling 6,548 shares. This represents about 0.1% of outstanding shares and a short-interest ratio of 0.4 days. The fund also saw institutional activity with several firms increasing or initiating positions, and its shares traded near a 52-week low with a reduced quarterly dividend.

Nov 1, 2026

Asset Management One Co. Ltd. recently acquired a significant stake of 593,103 shares in Healthcare Realty Trust (NYSE:HR), valued at approximately $10.5 million. This investment follows Healthcare Realty's improved 2026 normalized FFO and same-store cash NOI outlook, alongside a better-than-expected third-quarter normalized FFO of $0.42 per share. Despite a GAAP loss of $0.05 per share and a revenue decline, the company maintained its $0.24 quarterly dividend, offering an attractive yield, while analysts hold a consensus "Hold" rating with a $21.36 price target.

Oct 31, 2026

Fifth Third Bank has committed $3.1 billion over five years to support low- and moderate-income communities in its new markets, including Texas, Michigan, and California, focusing on affordable housing, small businesses, and economic development. Meanwhile, a Dallas arts nonprofit, Texas Supremacy of Music & Arts Conservatory, received a $59,000 grant from the OpenAI Foundation to use AI for scholarship research and student support. Additionally, the North Texas Latina Giving Circle celebrated $1 million in grants, and The Dallas Foundation awarded nearly $2.7 million in its 2026 Summer grant cycle to local nonprofits.

Oct 31, 2026

Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:SYBT) has received a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts, with an average 12-month price target of $89.50, exceeding its current share price of $78.43. The company recently surpassed quarterly earnings and revenue expectations and increased its quarterly dividend to $0.33 per share, resulting in a 1.7% yield. Institutional investors hold a significant 56.46% stake in the bank.

Oct 31, 2026

John Hancock Financial Opportunities Fund (NYSE:BTO) experienced a significant decline in short interest during October, with shares sold short falling by 56.8% to 3,353 as of October 15th. The stock recently traded at $37.22, and the fund declared a quarterly dividend of $0.65 per share, representing an annualized yield of 7.0%. Institutional investors hold 19.55% of the stock.

Oct 30, 2026

Banks in Jacksonville are increasing their investment in personnel and physical branches, strategically hiring familiar faces and opening new offices to enhance local relationships. This move is aimed at intensifying competition and attracting customers from rivals across the First Coast region. The strategy highlights a focus on community ties as a key differentiator in the competitive banking landscape.

Oct 30, 2026

Moody Aldrich Partners LLC acquired a new position in Anterix Inc. (NASDAQ:ATEX) during the third quarter, purchasing 14,797 shares valued at approximately $1.16 million. While institutional investors own 87.67% of the company, Anterix insiders sold 124,841 shares worth about $10.98 million in the latest quarter. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating with an average price target of $120.00.

Oct 29, 2026

PNC is closing its Mount Washington branch in Pittsburgh in January 2027, marking the first local branch closure for the bank in over a year. The branch is located at the intersection of Shiloh Street and Virginia Avenue. PNC holds the largest deposit market share in the Pittsburgh metro area with 84 remaining branches.

Oct 29, 2026

Fifth Third Bank is introducing itself to Birmingham communities by surprising people with $53 gift cards at gas pumps, grocery stores, and restaurants. This initiative coincides with the opening of new retail branches in late summer and early fall 2026. The $53 amount symbolizes the bank's name and serves as a community-focused greeting to prospective customers.

Oct 29, 2026

Kim Halbauer, regional president of Fifth Third Bank, Kentucky, has been elected to chair the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce for the 2026-27 term. She takes the helm as the organization appoints a new executive committee and several directors. The announcement was made in a chamber news release and reported by Louisville Business First.