Capital One reported solid top-line growth and strong credit performance in Q4 2025, driven by strategic investments and a robust opportunity pipeline. The company is well-positioned for future growth, underscored by its acquisition of Brex Inc.
Full year total net revenue increased 37 percent to $53.4 billion.
positiveFull year pre-provision earnings increased 30 percent to $22.9 billion.
positiveCommon equity Tier 1 capital ratio under Basel III Standardized Approach was 14.3 percent at December 31, 2025.
positiveAcquisition of Brex Inc. for $5.15 billion announced, enhancing its position.
positiveQuarterly net income decreased to $2.1 billion from $3.2 billion in Q3 2025.
negativeQuarterly EPS decreased to $3.26 from $4.83 in Q3 2025.
negativeProvision for credit losses increased $1.4 billion to $4.1 billion in the quarter.
attentionNet interest margin decreased 10 basis points to 8.26 percent.
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Our fourth quarter and full year results reflect solid top line growth and strong and stable credit performance.
Years of strategic preparation and our choices to consistently invest to sustain long-term growth and returns enable our results and put us in a strong position going forward.
I’m struck by the number and quality of the opportunities we have before us.
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