Charles Schwab Q4 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Charles Schwab Corporation announced record net income of $1.6 billion for Q4 2021, compared to $1.1 billion for Q4 2020. Total client assets reached a record $8.14 trillion at year-end, up 22% versus December 2020. Core net new assets for the quarter totaled $162.2 billion, also a record.
Net income for the fourth quarter of 2021 was a record $1.6 billion, compared with $1.1 billion for the fourth quarter of 2020.
Total client assets reached a record $8.14 trillion at year-end, up 22% versus December 2020.
Core net new assets set a record at $162.2 billion for the quarter.
Company delivered record-breaking growth and financial performance in 2021.
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Forward Guidance
The company did not provide specific financial guidance for 2022 in this earnings release. However, they expressed confidence in their long-term growth opportunities and commitment to delivering stockholder value.
Positive Outlook
- Focusing on quality client service.
- Pushing forward with firm-wide initiatives.
- Building a stronger and more capable company.
- Progress in uniting as a single team.
- Talent, culture, and client-first strategy.
Challenges Ahead
- Fluctuating environment.
- Increasing debates regarding the overall pace of economic growth.
- Potential path of inflation.
- Ultimate impact of multiple global market disruptions.
- Short-term interest rates remained near zero throughout the year.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income