ASBA
ASBA
Associated Banc-CorpIncome Statement
| Period | Revenue | Operating Expense | Net Income | Net Profit Margin | Earnings Per Share | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2025 | $935.47M ▲ | $368.48M ▲ | $137.13M ▲ | 14.66% ▼ | $0.81 ▲ | $383.51M ▼ |
| Q3-2025 | $556.59M ▲ | $0 ▼ | $124.73M ▲ | 22.41% ▼ | $0.73 ▲ | $419.81M ▲ |
| Q2-2025 | $348.98M ▲ | $185.06M ▲ | $111.23M ▲ | 31.87% ▲ | $0.65 ▲ | $0 |
| Q1-2025 | $331.71M ▲ | $183.41M ▼ | $101.69M ▲ | 30.65% ▲ | $0.6 ▲ | $0 ▼ |
| Q4-2024 | $46.53M | $186.25M | $-161.62M | -347.34% | $-1.04 | $291.87M |
What's going well?
Revenue surged 68% this quarter, and net income improved to $137.1 million. EPS also rose, and the company is not diluting shareholders.
What's concerning?
Gross profit and operating income turned sharply negative, meaning the core business is losing money. Profits depended on large, likely one-time, 'other' income, which may not be repeatable.
Balance Statement
| Period | Cash & Short-term | Total Assets | Total Liabilities | Total Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2025 | $5.97B ▲ | $45.2B ▲ | $40.23B ▲ | $4.78B ▲ |
| Q3-2025 | $5.71B ▲ | $44.46B ▲ | $39.59B ▲ | $4.67B ▲ |
| Q2-2025 | $5.56B ▲ | $43.99B ▲ | $39.21B ▲ | $4.59B ▲ |
| Q1-2025 | $5.32B ▲ | $43.31B ▲ | $38.62B ▲ | $4.49B ▲ |
| Q4-2024 | $5.13B | $43.02B | $38.42B | $4.41B |
What's financially strong about this company?
ASBA has no debt at all, a growing pile of cash and investments, and a solid base of shareholder equity. Their assets are mostly tangible, and they have a long history of profits.
What are the financial risks or weaknesses?
Very little is visible – the main risk would be if their 'other assets' are less liquid or valuable than they appear, but nothing on the balance sheet looks concerning.
Cash Flow Statement
| Period | Net Income | Cash From Operations | Cash From Investing | Cash From Financing | Net Change | Free Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2025 | $137.13M ▲ | $218.08M ▲ | $-374.93M ▲ | $584.3M ▲ | $427.45M ▲ | $218.08M ▲ |
| Q3-2025 | $124.73M ▲ | $157.97M ▲ | $-485.25M ▲ | $359.95M ▼ | $32.67M ▲ | $157.97M ▲ |
| Q2-2025 | $111.23M ▲ | $141.47M ▲ | $-637.5M ▼ | $523.67M ▲ | $27.64M ▼ | $141.47M ▲ |
| Q1-2025 | $101.69M ▲ | $98.17M ▼ | $-127.12M ▲ | $241.81M ▼ | $212.86M ▲ | $98.17M ▼ |
| Q4-2024 | $-161.62M | $207.13M | $-1.05B | $891.39M | $52.56M | $207.13M |
What's strong about this company's cash flow?
ASBA is producing more cash from its core business each quarter, with $218 million in free cash flow and a $427 million jump in cash on hand. The business is not capital intensive and dividends are easily covered.
What are the cash flow concerns?
The company took on $650 million in new debt, which could signal a need for outside funding or plans for future spending. Small but steady stock issuance means slight dilution for shareholders.
Revenue by Products
| Product | Q3-2024 | Q4-2024 | Q2-2025 | Q3-2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Credit and Debit Card | $10.00M ▲ | $10.00M ▲ | $10.00M ▲ | $10.00M ▲ |
Financial Service Other | $10.00M ▲ | $10.00M ▲ | $0 ▼ | $10.00M ▲ |
5-Year Trend Analysis
A comprehensive look at Associated Banc-Corp's financial evolution and strategic trajectory over the past five years.
Key positives include a strong and recently improving earnings profile, with a notable rebound in revenue and net income in the latest year, and a balance sheet that has become more conservative, more liquid, and less leveraged over time. Operating and free cash flows are consistently positive and rising, supporting debt reduction and gradually increasing dividends. The bank also benefits from a deep regional franchise, recognized customer satisfaction, and ongoing digital investments that enhance the experience for both retail and commercial clients. Together, these factors indicate a financially stronger and more modernized institution than it was several years ago.
Major concerns center on data quality and sustainability. Several critical income statement metrics are missing or inconsistent in the most recent year, and the reporting of effectively no short‑term liabilities is highly unusual for a bank, making it harder to trust the exact magnitude and durability of the recent performance improvement. Earlier years showed margin erosion and rising overhead, and capital spending has dropped to very low levels, raising questions about long‑term reinvestment. The sizable share of goodwill and intangibles adds potential impairment risk, while the bank remains exposed to credit cycles, interest rate shifts, regulatory changes, and intense competition from both traditional and digital players, as well as execution risk around acquisitions and technology projects.
Taken together, the information suggests a bank that has strengthened its financial footing, sharpened its strategic focus on commercial lending, and made meaningful progress on digital transformation, all of which can support a constructive long‑term trajectory. If the recent surge in revenue and earnings reflects real, repeatable improvements rather than one‑off factors, and if the unusual reporting items are clarified without revealing hidden weaknesses, the medium‑term picture could be favorable. At the same time, uncertainties around data reliability, the sustainability of the earnings rebound, and the long‑term pace of investment mean that future results could deviate significantly from recent trends, so ongoing monitoring of margins, asset quality, funding costs, and investment levels will be important.
About Associated Banc-Corp
https://www.associatedbank.comAssociated Banc-Corp, a bank holding company, provides various banking and nonbanking products to individuals and businesses in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota. The company operates through three segments: Corporate and Commercial Specialty; Community, Consumer, and Business; and Risk Management and Shared Services.
Income Statement
| Period | Revenue | Operating Expense | Net Income | Net Profit Margin | Earnings Per Share | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2025 | $935.47M ▲ | $368.48M ▲ | $137.13M ▲ | 14.66% ▼ | $0.81 ▲ | $383.51M ▼ |
| Q3-2025 | $556.59M ▲ | $0 ▼ | $124.73M ▲ | 22.41% ▼ | $0.73 ▲ | $419.81M ▲ |
| Q2-2025 | $348.98M ▲ | $185.06M ▲ | $111.23M ▲ | 31.87% ▲ | $0.65 ▲ | $0 |
| Q1-2025 | $331.71M ▲ | $183.41M ▼ | $101.69M ▲ | 30.65% ▲ | $0.6 ▲ | $0 ▼ |
| Q4-2024 | $46.53M | $186.25M | $-161.62M | -347.34% | $-1.04 | $291.87M |
What's going well?
Revenue surged 68% this quarter, and net income improved to $137.1 million. EPS also rose, and the company is not diluting shareholders.
What's concerning?
Gross profit and operating income turned sharply negative, meaning the core business is losing money. Profits depended on large, likely one-time, 'other' income, which may not be repeatable.
Balance Statement
| Period | Cash & Short-term | Total Assets | Total Liabilities | Total Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2025 | $5.97B ▲ | $45.2B ▲ | $40.23B ▲ | $4.78B ▲ |
| Q3-2025 | $5.71B ▲ | $44.46B ▲ | $39.59B ▲ | $4.67B ▲ |
| Q2-2025 | $5.56B ▲ | $43.99B ▲ | $39.21B ▲ | $4.59B ▲ |
| Q1-2025 | $5.32B ▲ | $43.31B ▲ | $38.62B ▲ | $4.49B ▲ |
| Q4-2024 | $5.13B | $43.02B | $38.42B | $4.41B |
What's financially strong about this company?
ASBA has no debt at all, a growing pile of cash and investments, and a solid base of shareholder equity. Their assets are mostly tangible, and they have a long history of profits.
What are the financial risks or weaknesses?
Very little is visible – the main risk would be if their 'other assets' are less liquid or valuable than they appear, but nothing on the balance sheet looks concerning.
Cash Flow Statement
| Period | Net Income | Cash From Operations | Cash From Investing | Cash From Financing | Net Change | Free Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2025 | $137.13M ▲ | $218.08M ▲ | $-374.93M ▲ | $584.3M ▲ | $427.45M ▲ | $218.08M ▲ |
| Q3-2025 | $124.73M ▲ | $157.97M ▲ | $-485.25M ▲ | $359.95M ▼ | $32.67M ▲ | $157.97M ▲ |
| Q2-2025 | $111.23M ▲ | $141.47M ▲ | $-637.5M ▼ | $523.67M ▲ | $27.64M ▼ | $141.47M ▲ |
| Q1-2025 | $101.69M ▲ | $98.17M ▼ | $-127.12M ▲ | $241.81M ▼ | $212.86M ▲ | $98.17M ▼ |
| Q4-2024 | $-161.62M | $207.13M | $-1.05B | $891.39M | $52.56M | $207.13M |
What's strong about this company's cash flow?
ASBA is producing more cash from its core business each quarter, with $218 million in free cash flow and a $427 million jump in cash on hand. The business is not capital intensive and dividends are easily covered.
What are the cash flow concerns?
The company took on $650 million in new debt, which could signal a need for outside funding or plans for future spending. Small but steady stock issuance means slight dilution for shareholders.
Revenue by Products
| Product | Q3-2024 | Q4-2024 | Q2-2025 | Q3-2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Credit and Debit Card | $10.00M ▲ | $10.00M ▲ | $10.00M ▲ | $10.00M ▲ |
Financial Service Other | $10.00M ▲ | $10.00M ▲ | $0 ▼ | $10.00M ▲ |
5-Year Trend Analysis
A comprehensive look at Associated Banc-Corp's financial evolution and strategic trajectory over the past five years.
Key positives include a strong and recently improving earnings profile, with a notable rebound in revenue and net income in the latest year, and a balance sheet that has become more conservative, more liquid, and less leveraged over time. Operating and free cash flows are consistently positive and rising, supporting debt reduction and gradually increasing dividends. The bank also benefits from a deep regional franchise, recognized customer satisfaction, and ongoing digital investments that enhance the experience for both retail and commercial clients. Together, these factors indicate a financially stronger and more modernized institution than it was several years ago.
Major concerns center on data quality and sustainability. Several critical income statement metrics are missing or inconsistent in the most recent year, and the reporting of effectively no short‑term liabilities is highly unusual for a bank, making it harder to trust the exact magnitude and durability of the recent performance improvement. Earlier years showed margin erosion and rising overhead, and capital spending has dropped to very low levels, raising questions about long‑term reinvestment. The sizable share of goodwill and intangibles adds potential impairment risk, while the bank remains exposed to credit cycles, interest rate shifts, regulatory changes, and intense competition from both traditional and digital players, as well as execution risk around acquisitions and technology projects.
Taken together, the information suggests a bank that has strengthened its financial footing, sharpened its strategic focus on commercial lending, and made meaningful progress on digital transformation, all of which can support a constructive long‑term trajectory. If the recent surge in revenue and earnings reflects real, repeatable improvements rather than one‑off factors, and if the unusual reporting items are clarified without revealing hidden weaknesses, the medium‑term picture could be favorable. At the same time, uncertainties around data reliability, the sustainability of the earnings rebound, and the long‑term pace of investment mean that future results could deviate significantly from recent trends, so ongoing monitoring of margins, asset quality, funding costs, and investment levels will be important.

CEO
Andrew J. Harmening
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