- KeyCorp reported an EPS of $0.41, beating the estimated $0.38 and marking a significant improvement from the previous year.
- The company’s revenue reached approximately $1.9 billion, a 17% increase year-over-year, despite being slightly below the estimated $1.93 billion.
- Net income for the third quarter of 2025 was $454 million, driven by a surge in net interest income and strategic financial management.
KeyCorp (NYSE: KEY) is a major player in the banking industry, operating within the Zacks Banks – Major Regional sector. The company provides a wide range of financial services, including personal and commercial banking, investment management, and mortgage services. KeyCorp competes with other regional banks, striving to maintain a strong market position through strategic financial management and customer-focused services.
On October 16, 2025, KeyCorp reported earnings per share (EPS) of $0.41, surpassing the estimated $0.38. This represents a significant improvement from the $0.30 per share reported in the same quarter last year. The earnings surprise for this quarter stands at +7.89%, as highlighted by Zacks. This continues a trend of KeyCorp consistently outperforming consensus EPS estimates over the past four quarters.
KeyCorp’s revenue for the quarter was approximately $1.9 billion, slightly below the estimated $1.93 billion. However, this still marks a 17% increase year-over-year, adjusted for the previous year’s securities portfolio repositioning. The company has successfully surpassed consensus revenue estimates in each of the last four quarters, demonstrating its ability to generate consistent growth.
The company’s net income for the third quarter of 2025 was $454 million, translating to $0.41 per diluted common share. This increase in profit is driven by a surge in net interest income, attributed to reduced deposit costs and a strategic shift towards higher-yielding assets. Net interest income rose by 4% quarter-over-quarter, with the net interest margin increasing by 9 basis points to 2.75%.
KeyCorp’s financial metrics reflect its strong market position. The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is approximately 105.35, indicating high investor confidence. The debt-to-equity ratio is about 0.76, showing moderate debt usage. The current ratio of approximately 7.85 highlights KeyCorp’s strong liquidity, with current assets significantly exceeding current liabilities.
