US regional banks brush off war jitters with lending surge, fee boost

U.S. regional banks including U.S. Bancorp and PNC Financial relied on a lending rebound and strong fee income to deliver broad second-quarter gains, alleviating concerns that the Middle East war would weigh on loan demand and spending.

Jul 17, 2026 - 20:00
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US regional banks brush off war jitters with lending surge, fee boost
U.S. regional banks including U.S. Bancorp and PNC Financial relied on a lending rebound and strong fee income to deliver broad second-quarter gains, alleviating concerns that the Middle East war would weigh on loan demand and spending.

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