Fifth Third Bancorp: Solid Q1 But Valuation Is Fair

  • Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) shares are down 30% from their high, with solid Q1 results not enough to offset economic growth fears. Net interest margin improved to 3.03% despite a decline in average deposits, reflecting effective cost controls and deposit re-pricing. Loan growth was strong at 2% sequentially, but economic uncertainty and tariff impacts pose risks to future growth and loan demand.