Diamondback Energy's shares rose as the sharp rise in oil prices drove a broad rally across US-based oil producers. Consumer finance company Capital One underperformed during the quarter following its announced acquisition of Brex, an AI-native commercial fintech platform. We added global consumer staples leader Kimberly-Clark to the portfolio following its announced acquisition of Kenvue and subsequent share price decline.
The head of Capital One Auto, one of the nation's largest auto finance lenders, told CNBC he isn't overly concerned about rising consumer automotive debt and inflated used car prices leading to so-called "forever loans." While median monthly car payments have jumped from $390 to $525 since 2019, data provided by Capital One Auto suggests vehicle costs have been stable compared with income.
Capital One Financial (COF) offers five series of preferred stocks, all rated BB, with yields around 6.6% and strong dividend coverage. COF's robust Tier 1 capital ratio and 19.8x equity-to-preferred coverage indicate minimal default or dividend risk for preferred holders. Net income covers preferred dividends by 10.3x, supporting income reliability even if net interest margins decline.
It's complicated, but just you wait. That's the message from Capital One NYSE: COF in light of its first-quarter results as it undertakes a significant rejiggering of its business.
ENVA's Grasshopper deal could cut funding costs by 300 to 400 bps and unlock new growth, but approvals, expenses, and integration risks remain key hurdles.
If you've had a Capital One savings account in recent years, the bank may soon send some money your way after a U.S. judge approved a $425 million settlement this week.
Millions of current and former Capital One customers should soon start receiving payments from the bank's $425 million settlement – and it takes just a few steps to check if you're eligible.
B. Metzler seel. Sohn and Co. AG increased its holdings in shares of Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE: COF) by 5.5% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 60,968 shares of the financial services provider's stock after buying an additional 3,152 shares
Capital One's earnings and revenue missed Wall Street estimates in the first quarter of 2026.
Millions of current and former Capital One customers are in store for major payouts after a judge gave a $425 million settlement the final green light this week.
Capital One shares decline 3.2% as Q1 adjusted earnings lag estimates, with provisions and expenses surging despite 52% revenue growth and wider NIM.
Capital One's Series N preferred shares (COF.PR.N) are little changed so far in 2026 despite macro headwinds from higher rates, driven by shifting Fed rate cut expectations. Preferred dividends remain well covered in Q1 2026, in line with COF's historical performance. The relative safety of COF.PR.N is further amplified by the sizable 35% discount the Series N preferreds trade at.