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Mar 31

Synovus Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Synovus reported a strong Q1 2025 with notable EPS and net income growth.

Key Takeaways

Synovus delivered a solid performance in Q1 2025, with 67% year-over-year EPS growth, stable net interest income, improved credit quality, and disciplined expense control contributing to strong profitability.

EPS rose to $1.30, up from $0.78 in Q1 2024.

Net income reached $183.7 million, a 60% increase from the prior year.

Credit losses dropped significantly, with the lowest net charge-off ratio in over three years.

Adjusted non-interest expenses remained flat year-over-year, showcasing tight cost discipline.

Total Revenue
$571M
Previous year: $538M
+6.2%
EPS
$1.3
Previous year: $0.79
+64.6%
Net Interest Margin
3.35%
Previous year: 3.04%
+10.2%
Return on Assets
1.32%
Previous year: 0.85%
+55.3%
Return on Common Equity
15.48%
Previous year: 10.17%
+52.2%
Cash and Equivalents
$2.71B
Previous year: $2.42B
+11.7%
Total Assets
$60.3B
Previous year: $59.8B
+0.8%

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Forward Guidance

Synovus expects stable loan growth and earnings performance through 2025, supported by high-growth verticals and effective expense management, despite macroeconomic uncertainty.

Positive Outlook

  • Loan growth expected at 3%–6% for FY2025
  • Core deposit growth projected at 2%–4%
  • Adjusted revenue forecasted between $485M–$505M
  • Expense control expected to hold Q2 adjusted expenses around $315M
  • Net charge-offs expected to remain stable in Q2

Challenges Ahead

  • Economic uncertainty may limit upper range of loan growth
  • Pressure on non-interest income from weaker capital markets
  • Interest rate volatility remains a risk factor
  • Downward revision in CET1 ratio due to share repurchases
  • Tariff and policy risks could impact commercial clients