Truist Financial

TFC

Market cap $60.4B

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) today announced that Chief Financial Officer Mike Maguire will present at the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference at 11:15 a.m.

Truist Financial's preferred dividends are well covered, using less than 7% of net income, reflecting strong financial health and reliable income for investors. Series R preferred shares offer a 6.1% yield at a discount with low call risk, making them attractive for fixed-income portfolios seeking stability and value. Truist's common shares also look appealing, trading at just 9x 2027 earnings estimates, supported by credible growth plans and potential for dividend hikes.

Truist is rolling out 100 new branches while doubling down on digital banking, AI tools and commercial growth to fuel long-term expansion.

Truist Financial is undervalued and poised for stable growth, supported by a strong balance sheet and excellent credit quality. Management's strategic actions, including the TIH divestiture and portfolio repositioning, have boosted capital and improved future profitability. A robust capital return program, with consistent dividends and share buybacks, demonstrates management's commitment to rewarding shareholders.

Truist is investing in its physical bank branches as it targets more affluent clients. The lender announced Wednesday (Aug. 20) that it will open 100 new branches and renovate 300 more in cities around the country, including Philadelphia, Dallas, Atlanta, Austin, Miami and Washington, all areas with the potential to cultivate relationships with affluent customers.

Loan growth lifts TFC's NII 3% in 1H25, with repricing and balance sheet moves set to support gains going forward despite Fed rate cuts.

Includes 100 new insights-driven branches, more than 300 branch renovations, enhanced digital experiences and hiring additional Premier advisors CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) today announced a significant strategic growth investment over the next five years to attract new and grow existing client relationships in some of the strongest growth markets in the country.

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