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Financial stocks are showing resilience amid the broader tech selloff. Zions Bancorp beat Q3 EPS estimates on improved credit quality and deposit growth, prompting analyst upgrades. Similarly, KeyCorp raised its full-year guidance, and Synchrony Financial provided strong EPS guidance for 2026. These results suggest that the credit cycle remains stable for regional banks and consumer finance companies, offering a defensive haven for investors rotating out of high-growth tech.
Financial Sector Resilience
Financial stocks are showing resilience amid the broader tech selloff. Zions Bancorp beat Q3 EPS estimates on improved credit quality and deposit growth, prompting analyst upgrades. Similarly, KeyCorp raised its full-year guidance, and Synchrony Financial provided strong EPS guidance for 2026. These results suggest that the credit cycle remains stable for regional banks and consumer finance companies, offering a defensive haven for investors rotating out of high-growth tech.