Zions Bancorp reported second-quarter 2026 net earnings of $452 million, or $3.05 per diluted share (or $1.74 excluding notable items). The bank posted total noninterest income of $460 million — driven by a $215 million gain on sale of Visa Class B‑1 shares and $44 million of SBIC-related gains — and net interest income of $677 million with a 3.27% NIM. Return on average tangible common equity was 28.6% for the quarter and estimated CET1 capital ratio rose to 11.8%.

Financial Highlights

  • Net earnings: $452 million for 2Q26 (net earnings applicable to common shareholders).
  • Diluted net earnings per share: $3.05 for 2Q26 (or $1.74 excluding notable items).
  • Net interest income: $677 million in 2Q26; net interest margin (NIM) 3.27%.
  • Total noninterest income: $460 million in 2Q26, including $269 million securities gains (net) and $182 million customer‑related noninterest income.
  • Pre-provision net revenue (PPNR): $597 million; adjusted PPNR: $332 million. Efficiency ratio: 62.2% (adjusted).

Business Highlights

  • Loan growth: Loans and leases totaled $62.5 billion, up 3% year‑over‑year, driven by increases in commercial and commercial real estate lending.
  • Deposits and funding: Total deposits were $76.6 billion, up 4% year‑over‑year; customer deposits (excl. brokered) $72.7 billion. Short‑term borrowings fell materially, down 79% versus prior year.
  • Credit quality: Annualized net charge‑offs were 0.06%; nonperforming assets declined to $298 million (0.48% of loans and OREO); classified loans reduced to $2.3 billion (3.72% of loans).
  • Capital and book value: Estimated CET1 ratio improved to 11.8%; tangible book value per common share rose 22% to $44.74.
  • Investment portfolio activity: Recognized a $215 million gain from sale of Visa Class B‑1 shares and $44 million of SBIC unrealized gains (net $37 million after success fee accrual), contributing materially to noncustomer noninterest income.

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