Is Bank Of Montreal (BMO) Outperforming Other Finance Stocks This Year?

Here is how Bank of Montreal (BMO) and Community West Bancshares (CWBC) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 9, 2025

BMO beats earnings estimates on strong US performance

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) on Thursday reported fourth-quarter earnings that surpassed analysts' expectations, driven by stronger-than-anticipated results in its US operations and broad-based growth across its business segments. The Canadian lender posted adjusted earnings per share of C$3.28, up 73% from the prior year, while revenue rose 12% to C $9.34 billion.

Proactive Investors • Dec 4, 2025

BMO Financial Group Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2025 Results

Fourth Quarter 2025 compared with Fourth Quarter 2024: Reported net income1 of $2,295 million, compared with $2,304 million; adjusted net income1 of $2,514 million, an increase of 63% from $1,542 million. Reported earnings per share (EPS)2 of $2.97, an increase of 1% from $2.94; adjusted EPS1, 2 of $3.28, an increase of 73% from $1.90. Provision for credit losses (PCL) of $755 million, compared with $1,523 million

PRNewsWire • Dec 4, 2025

BMO Financial Group Increases Common Share Dividend by 4 cents from the prior quarter, up 5 per cent from the prior year

TORONTO , Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) (NYSE:BMO) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $1.67 per share on paid-up common shares of Bank of Montreal for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, a 4 cent, or 2 percent, increase from the prior quarter, up 5 percent from the prior year. The Board of Directors also declared dividends of: $0.426 per share on paid-up Class B Preferred Shares Series 44.

PRNewsWire • Dec 4, 2025

Bank of Montreal (BMO) Surpasses Q4 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Bank of Montreal (BMO) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.36 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.16 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.39 per share a year ago.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 4, 2025

BMO Appoints Tammy Brown to Board of Directors

TORONTO , Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Bank of Montreal (TSX: BMO) (NYSE: BMO) today announced the appointment of Tammy Brown to its Board of Directors. "We are pleased to welcome Tammy to the Board of Directors," said George Cope, Chair of the Board.

PRNewsWire • Dec 4, 2025

Bank of Montreal (BMO:CA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Bank of Montreal (BMO:CA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha • Dec 4, 2025

Jobless Claims Puzzlingly Light, Lowest in 3 Years

The current weakness in the labor market may be due to letting retirees' jobs expire, or pink slips accompanied by longer-term severance payments.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 4, 2025

Canadian Banks Need Flawless Earnings To Keep The Rally Alive

Major Canadian banks are preparing for earnings calls this week.

Investors Business Daily • Dec 2, 2025

My Top 10 High-Yield Picks For November 2025: One Yields 9%+

I present a diversified selection of high-yield dividend stocks with strong income and growth potential, including CVX, VZ, MO, ARCC, and others. Each company was selected for sustainable dividends, attractive yields, reasonable payout ratios, and a proven record or potential for dividend growth. CVX and ARCC receive positive Wall Street ratings, while VZ and MO offer high yields and strong free cash flow, supporting portfolio income stability.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 30, 2025