Shareholders Approve Proposed Merger of Fifth Third and Comerica
The proposed merger of Fifth Third Bancorp and Comerica moved a step closer to completion Tuesday (Jan. 6) as shareholders of the two banks voted to approve the combination.
Fiscal Year: January - December
Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB), listed on the NASDAQ, has a market capitalization of $. As of Jan 07, 2026, the stock is trading at $49.78 per share, offering investors a clear view of its current market value. Fifth Third Bancorp is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 14.85, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. Fifth Third Bancorp also offers a dividend yield of 3.21%, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) may be overvalued compared to its intrinsic worth. However, to see the exact DCF fair value, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for Fifth Third Bancorp is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for Fifth Third Bancorp is 11.66, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Fifth Third Bancorp is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $ and a competitive P/E ratio of 14.85. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether Fifth Third Bancorp is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
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Below estimates were sourced from SimplyWallSt and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
| Year | FCF Estimate | % | # Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2.55B | 5.98% | Est @6.0% |
| 2026 | 2.70B | 5.64% | Est @5.6% |
| 2027 | 2.59B | -3.93% | Est @-3.9% |
| 2028 | 2.54B | -1.97% | Est @-2.0% |
| 2029 | 2.53B | -0.59% | Est @-0.6% |
| 2030 | 2.53B | 0.34% | Est @0.3% |
| 2031 | 2.56B | 0.97% | Est @1.0% |
| 2032 | 2.60B | 1.42% | Est @1.4% |
| 2033 | 2.64B | 1.73% | Est @1.7% |
| 2034 | 2.69B | 1.81% | Est @1.8% |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
| Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023A | 4.02B | 1.00 | 4.02B |
| 2024A | 2.41B | 1.00 | 2.41B |
| 2025E | 2.55B | 1.10 | 2.31B |
| 2026E | 2.70B | 1.22 | 2.21B |
| 2027E | 2.59B | 1.34 | 1.93B |
| 2028E | 2.54B | 1.48 | 1.71B |
| 2029E | 2.53B | 1.64 | 1.54B |
| 2030E | 2.53B | 1.81 | 1.40B |
| 2031E | 2.56B | 2.00 | 1.28B |
| 2032E | 2.60B | 2.20 | 1.18B |
| 2033E | 2.64B | 2.43 | 1.09B |
| 2034E | 2.69B | 2.68 | 1.00B |
| Terminal | 34.96B | 2.68 | 13.02B |
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