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April 11, 2025 - Wells Fargo & Company, one of the largest financial institutions in the United States, has reported its quarterly earnings that have exceeded market expectations.

According to the bank's latest financial report, Wells Fargo's earnings per share (EPS) came in at $1.22, surpassing analysts' predictions of $1.15. The impressive performance was largely driven by the bank's efforts to boost its lending business and cut costs.

The bank's revenue also saw a significant increase, rising 5% year-over-year to $23.4 billion. Wells Fargo's net interest income, which is the difference between the interest earned on loans and the interest paid on deposits, jumped 7% to $9.4 billion.

Wells Fargo's CEO, Charlie Scharf, attributed the strong performance to the bank's focus on improving its customer experience and streamlining its operations. "We're committed to delivering value to our customers and shareholders, and our first-quarter results demonstrate the progress we're making," Scharf said in a statement.

The bank's strong performance was also driven by its mortgage business, which saw a significant increase in originations. Wells Fargo's mortgage originations rose 14% year-over-year to $43.4 billion, with the bank's market share in the mortgage industry increasing to 12.1%.

Wells Fargo's stock price responded positively to the news, rising 2.5% in after-hours trading following the earnings release. The bank's shares have been trading near their 52-week high, and the strong earnings report is expected to boost investor confidence in the company.

Overall, Wells Fargo's strong earnings report is a testament to the bank's efforts to transform its business and improve its financial performance. The bank's focus on customer experience, cost-cutting, and mortgage lending is expected to drive future growth and profitability.