Flagstar Financial's stock soared 5.10% in pre-market trading following the release of its fourth-quarter 2025 financial results, which showed a significant return to profitability and a substantial earnings beat.
The financial services firm reported net income of $29 million for the quarter, swinging from losses in previous periods. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $0.06, significantly exceeding the IBES consensus estimate of $0.02. The company also reported net interest income of $467 million for the quarter.
Key drivers of the positive results included continued momentum in commercial and industrial lending, with commitments up 28% to $3 billion and originations rising 22% to $2.1 billion. Credit quality improved substantially, with non-accrual loans declining 8% compared to the prior quarter and provisions for credit losses decreasing by 92%. The company also made further progress in reducing its commercial real estate exposure, with par payoffs totaling $1.8 billion during the quarter.