BANK OF MONTREAL /CAN/ (AIQD): Financial results for Q3 2026
BANK OF MONTREAL /CAN/ (AIQD) furnished an SEC Form 6-K — earnings release. BMO Financial Group Reports Third Quarter 2026 Results EARNINGS RELEASE BMO’s Third Quarter 2026 Report to Shareholders, including the unaudited interim consolidated financial statements for the period ended July 31, 2026, are available online at www.bmo.com/investorrelations, on
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Why it matters
The earnings release introduces new data on net income, adjusted earnings, and capital actions, offering fresh material for trading decisions.
Market read
First disclosure of BMO's Q3 2026 results, impacting banking sector sentiment and dividend‑focused investors.
What to watch
Impact of goodwill charge from Transportation and Vendor Finance sale and the new NCIB program may influence future earnings trends.
BMO Financial Group Reports Third Quarter 2026 Results
Adjusted net income increased 19% to $2,859 million and adjusted EPS increased 22% to $3.96, supported by revenue growth, lower provision for credit losses, and strong segment earnings. Reported results declined because of a charge tied to the announced sale of Transportation Finance and Vendor Finance businesses.
Key metrics
as reported| Metric | Value | q/q | y/y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net interest incomeGAAP | $5,567 million | – | – |
| Non-interest revenueGAAP | $4,329 million | – | – |
| RevenueGAAP | $9,896 million | – | – |
| Provision for credit lossesGAAP | $722 million | – | – |
| Non-interest expenseGAAP | $6,678 million | – | – |
| Income before income taxesGAAP | $2,496 million | – | – |
| Provision for income taxesGAAP | $746 million | – | – |
| Net incomeGAAP | $1,750 million | – | decrease of 25% |
| Net income available to common shareholdersGAAP | $1,667 million | – | – |
| Diluted EPSGAAP | $2.38 | – | decrease of 24% |
| Return on equityGAAP | 8.4% | – | – |
| Net interest incomenon-GAAP | $5,567 million | – | – |
| Non-interest revenuenon-GAAP | $4,392 million | – | – |
| Revenuenon-GAAP | $9,959 million | – | – |
| Non-interest expensenon-GAAP | $5,472 million | – | – |
| Income before income taxesnon-GAAP | $3,765 million | – | – |
| Provision for income taxesnon-GAAP | $906 million | – | – |
| Net incomenon-GAAP | $2,859 million | – | increase of 19% |
| Net income available to common shareholdersnon-GAAP | $2,776 million | – | – |
| Diluted EPSnon-GAAP | $3.96 | – | increase of 22% |
| Return on equitynon-GAAP | 14.0% | – | – |
| Common Equity Tier 1 Ratioother | 13.0% | unchanged | – |
Segments
| Segment | Revenue | q/q | y/y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian P&CRevenue growth was driven by increases in net interest income, primarily due to higher net interest margin and non-interest revenue. Lower provision for credit losses was partially offset by higher expenses. | Not reported | – | 6% increase in revenue |
| U.S. BankingRevenue growth was driven by increases in net interest income, primarily due to higher net interest margin and non-interest revenue. On a U.S. dollar basis, the stronger U.S. dollar increased revenue, expenses and net income by 2%. | Not reported | – | 5% increase in revenue |
| Wealth ManagementWealth and Asset Management reflected higher revenue, primarily due to the impact of stronger global markets and net sales, as well as higher net interest income, partially offset by higher expenses. Insurance was affected by a prior-year gain on the sale of a non-strategic portfolio of insurance contracts. | Not reported | – | – |
| Capital MarketsHigher revenue in Global Markets and Investment and Corporate Banking, and a lower provision for credit losses, were partially offset by higher expenses. | Not reported | – | – |
| Corporate ServicesReported net loss included the impact of the announced sale of BMO’s Transportation Finance and Vendor Finance businesses, resulting in a charge of $962 million ($1,092 million pre-tax), primarily related to goodwill. | Not reported | – | – |
Capital returns
- Fourth quarter 2026 dividend of $1.71 per common share, unchanged from the prior quarter and an increase of $0.08 or 5% from the prior year.
- The quarterly dividend of $1.71 is equivalent to an annual dividend of $6.84 per common share.
- Purchased for cancellation 3.8 million common shares under the normal course issuer bid (NCIB), at an average price of $239.37 per share.
- On August 25, 2026, announced intention to establish a new NCIB for up to 25 million common shares, subject to the approval of OSFI and the Toronto Stock Exchange.
What drove it
- Adjusted net income increased 19% and adjusted EPS increased 22%.
- Every business segment delivered record pre-provision pre-tax earnings, according to the CEO.
- Capital Markets benefited from higher revenue in Global Markets and Investment and Corporate Banking and lower provision for credit losses.
- Wealth and Asset Management benefited from stronger global markets, net sales, and higher net interest income.
- Total provision for credit losses decreased to $722 million from $797 million, as impaired-loan provisions decreased by $65 million.
Concerns
- Reported net income decreased 25% to $1,750 million and reported EPS decreased 24% to $2.38.
- Corporate Services recorded a reported net loss of $1,151 million, including a $962 million after-tax charge related to the announced sale of Transportation Finance and Vendor Finance businesses.
- Non-interest expense was $6,678 million, compared with $5,105 million in the prior year, including $1,106 million of pre-tax impact of divestitures.
- The CET1 Ratio of 13.0% was below 13.5% in the prior year.
What to watch
- Completion and financial effects of the announced sale of BMO’s Transportation Finance and Vendor Finance businesses.
- The timing and amount of purchases under the proposed new NCIB, which will be at management’s discretion after approvals are obtained.
- Credit performance and the provision for credit losses, including the macroeconomic outlook and portfolio credit quality.
- Whether commercial loan growth in Canada and the U.S., Capital Markets momentum, and Wealth Management market and sales trends continue.
Balance sheet and cash flow
- Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) Ratio was 13.0% as at July 31, 2026, unchanged from 13.0% at the end of the second quarter of 2026.
- Internal capital generation was offset by the impact of the purchase of common shares for cancellation and higher source currency risk-weighted assets (RWA).
Analysis
BMO reported mixed GAAP and strong adjusted third-quarter results. Reported net income was $1,750 million, down 25% from $2,330 million, and reported diluted EPS was $2.38, down 24% from $3.14. The reported decline was driven by the announced sale of the Transportation Finance and Vendor Finance businesses, which resulted in a $962 million after-tax charge, primarily related to goodwill. Adjusted net income rose 19% to $2,859 million, while adjusted diluted EPS increased 22% to $3.96 and adjusted ROE improved to 14.0% from 12.0%.
Revenue growth and credit costs supported underlying earnings. Reported revenue was $9,896 million, compared with $8,988 million in the prior year, while adjusted revenue was $9,959 million, compared with $8,988 million. Net interest income was $5,567 million and non-interest revenue was $4,329 million on a reported basis. Total provision for credit losses decreased to $722 million from $797 million, with impaired-loan provisions declining by $65 million. The current-quarter performing provision of $14 million was primarily driven by changes in the macroeconomic outlook, partially offset by improvement in portfolio credit quality.
All core operating segments produced higher reported net income than the prior year. Canadian P&C reported net income of $980 million, U.S. Banking reported $868 million, Wealth Management reported $408 million, and Capital Markets reported $645 million. Canadian P&C and U.S. Banking both cited higher net interest margin and non-interest revenue as revenue drivers. Wealth and Asset Management benefited from stronger global markets, net sales, and higher net interest income. Capital Markets benefited from higher Global Markets and Investment and Corporate Banking revenue and lower provision for credit losses. Corporate Services was the major offset, reporting a $1,151 million net loss due to the divestiture-related charge.
Expenses reflected the divestiture and other adjusting items. Reported non-interest expense was $6,678 million versus $5,105 million in the prior year, while adjusted non-interest expense was $5,472 million versus $5,012 million. Adjusting items decreased current-quarter net income by $1,109 million, compared with a $69 million decrease in the prior year. The current-quarter items included $1,106 million of pre-tax divestiture impact, $94 million of amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets, $63 million related to the change in fair value of contingent consideration, and $6 million of acquisition and integration costs.
Capital allocation remained active. BMO announced a fourth-quarter 2026 dividend of $1.71 per common share and purchased for cancellation 3.8 million common shares at an average price of $239.37 per share. The CET1 Ratio was 13.0% at July 31, 2026, unchanged sequentially but compared with 13.5% in the prior year. BMO also announced its intention to establish a new NCIB for up to 25 million common shares, subject to approvals. The release did not provide financial guidance.
Management, verbatim
BMO delivered another strong quarter, driven by disciplined execution against the commitments we made at our March Investor Day to elevate ROE and accelerate growth. Every business segment delivered record pre-provision pre-tax earnings, with sustained momentum in Capital Markets and Wealth Management, and continued commercial loan growth in both Canada and the U.S. as we deepen client relationships across our franchise. Credit performance improved, reflecting our proactive risk management and well-diversified portfolio.
Darryl White, CEO of BMO Financial Group
We continue to reallocate and deploy capital to areas positioned to deliver sustainable and long-term value for our shareholders. This includes profitable loan growth to help support economic expansion, investing in talent, technology and AI-powered capabilities, and returning capital through dividends and share repurchases, while maintaining a robust CET1 ratio.
Darryl White, CEO of BMO Financial Group
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AlphAI analysis generated from the company’s SEC earnings filing (Form 8-K Item 2.02, or Form 6-K for a foreign private issuer). Every figure was cross-checked against the filing text; consensus estimates, price targets and share-price reactions are not shown because they are not in the filing. AI-generated research, not investment advice.
Background
BMO Financial Group filed a Form 6‑K with the SEC, providing its Q3 2026 earnings release, including detailed segment performance and dividend information.
Ticker impact
BMO Financial Group reported Q3 2026 earnings with a 25% drop in reported net income and a $1.71 dividend, marking the first public disclosure of these results.
Potential short-term downside on reported miss, offset by adjusted beat and dividend stability; modest volatility expected.
Large-cap earnings release with mixed signals; market will price in both the decline in reported earnings and the strength of adjusted results.
Market effects
Banking sector may see pressure on reported earnings metrics, while adjusted results could support peers with similar risk profiles.
Canadian market likely to react to BMO's results; U.S. investors may adjust exposure to North American banks.
Limited to financial sector; no broad macro impact.
Counterpoint
Adjusted earnings beat suggests underlying strength; investors could view the miss as a temporary reporting artifact.
Key entities
- CompanyBMO Financial Group
Canadian bank listed on NYSE under ticker BMO.
- ExecutiveDarryl White
CEO of BMO Financial Group, quoted in the release.
