Royal Bank of Canada (RY) Posts Record Profit as Tariffs Loom

Canada’s Big 6 banks all beat Q3 earnings estimates, with EPS surprises ranging from +5.9% to +13.1%. Despite the beats, three banks saw stock declines, while Scotiabank surged. Analysts have raised EPS estimates, and tailwinds include stabilizing margins and strong capital markets. Forward growth estimates range from +7.7% to +12.4%.

RBC (RY) reported record revenue across its segments in Q3 2026, with Personal Banking, Commercial Banking, Capital Markets, and Wealth Management all performing strongly. The bank increased its dividend payout ratio to 69% and continues stock buybacks. RBC highlighted growth in mortgages, credit cards, and investments, as well as strong loan and deposit growth. The bank also noted potential impacts from Section 338 tariffs on Canadian GDP but remains optimistic about long-term opportunities.

Royal Bank of Canada reported record Q3 2026 earnings with net income of C$6 billion, up 11% YoY. EPS rose 13% to C$4.23, and ROE reached 17.9%. Growth was driven by Wealth Management, Capital Markets, and Commercial Banking. The bank maintained a strong capital position with a CET1 ratio of 13.5%.

Royal Bank of Canada (RY) reported record Q3 net income of CA$6.0b and EPS of CA$4.24, with revenue up 9% YoY. Fee income from Capital Markets and Wealth Management drove growth, while net interest margin declined. Bulls highlight diversified fee power, while bears caution about margin pressure and rising costs.

RBC reported record Q3 net income of C$6.024B, up 11% YoY, driven by wealth management and capital markets. TD Bank's Q3 adjusted EPS rose to C$2.77, with shares up 1.4%. Dollar General's Q2 EPS beat estimates by $0.48, with shares up 4.7%. Dollar Tree's Q2 EPS included a $1.31 tariff refund benefit, with shares up 4.58%. Burlington Stores' Q2 adjusted EPS jumped 38%, with shares up 4.2%. Best Buy raised FY27 EPS guidance to $6.70-$6.90, with shares up 2.1%. Harmony Gold's profit doubled, but sh

Royal Bank of Canada (RY-T), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD-T), and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CM-T) reported quarterly profits exceeding analysts' estimates, signaling resilience amid trade uncertainty. RBC's profit rose 11% to $6B, TD's net income increased 38% to $4.62B, and CIBC's profit grew 15% to $2.41B. All three banks expressed confidence in Canada's economic stability despite trade tensions, with plans for expansion and strategic investments.