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23 Oct 2026, 02:05 UTC · 1h ago
Columbia Banking System Q3 Earnings Call Highlights
Impact · against what's priced in
Columbia Banking System (COLB) shows strong momentum driven by a substantial new $1.2 billion share repurchase program and improved operating leverage from the Pacific Premier integration. While loan growth remains flat and NIM is expected to dip slightly to 4.05% in Q4, the commitment to aggressive capital returns and expense reduction provides a net positive catalyst.
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- In context
The board's authorization of a new $1.2 billion share repurchase program and the expectation of $330-$335 million in Q4 noninterest expenses (down from $365 million) provide immediate catalysts for EPS growth.
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