NewtekOne Inc (NEWT) (Q3 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Record Net Interest Income
NewtekOne Inc (NEWT) reported Q3 2026 diluted EPS of $0.34 and maintained full-year 2026 EPS guidance of $1.70-$1.80. Net interest income hit a record $18.9M, up 26% QoQ and 30% YoY. Tangible book value grew 10% YoY to $12.30 per share. However, non-accruals in the C&I LA loan portfolio increased to $82M, and core consumer deposits declined $231M QoQ. Management highlighted seasonal Q4 lending growth and a planned Q1 2027 securitization of $350-$400M in collateral.
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The 30-second read
Why it matters
The earnings release provides fresh quantitative data on profitability and credit risk, informing short‑term trading decisions.
Market read
Earnings beat on NII and stable guidance may support the stock, but credit‑risk flags introduce uncertainty.
What to watch
The upcoming $350‑$400 M securitization in Q1 2027 could materially improve balance‑sheet ratios.
Background
NewtekOne Inc. reported its Q3 2026 earnings, emphasizing record net interest income and reiterating full‑year guidance.
Ticker impact
Q3 2026 diluted EPS of $0.34 and record net interest income of $18.9 million were disclosed.
modest upside pressure as guidance remains unchanged and NII growth is strong, tempered by credit‑risk concerns
The company delivered better‑than‑expected earnings and record NII, reinforcing its growth story, yet higher non‑accruals could limit upside.
Market effects
Highlights strength in niche SBA loan banking and potential credit‑risk pressure for small‑business lenders.
U.S. small‑cap financial sector may see modest lift from NewtekOne's earnings.
Limited to U.S. regional banking niche.
Counterpoint
Rising non‑accruals and deposit outflows could outweigh NII gains, prompting a sell‑off.
Key entities
- ExecutiveBarry Sloane
Chairman, President & CEO of NewtekOne, provided commentary on earnings and future securitization.
