Mortgage originators should expect more of those interest rate dips that took place in September, but when they happen is the unknown factor, economists said.

Lower rates during the period helped independent mortgage bankers make money on their originations but they posted losses on servicing.

The Dallas-based bank swung to a loss in the third quarter after reclassifying a large bundle of multifamily loans that it plans to offload under a recently announced strategy pivot.

Analysts peppered CEO Jane Fraser with questions about whether Citigroup, already hit hard by its regulators, could face asset growth restrictions. She said there is "absolutely nothing" in the works that could impact the megabank's businesses.

The megabank's scale hasn't made it immune from the deposit wars that have crimped bank profits. But the "stabilization" that Wells Fargo flagged is a positive sign as other banks start reporting earnings.

The megabank reported a big increase in credit costs for the third quarter, which included a reserve build of $1 billion.

The Canadian lender's cushion for potential credit losses nearly doubled in the third quarter, while its U.S. business idled.

The Kansas City, Missouri-based regional bank said it is making progress on its pending purchase of Heartland Financial USA in Denver. The deal is expected to close during the first quarter of 2025.

While the REIT still seeks to grow servicing, it's been willing to sell for the right price as it responds to new rate-related risks and opportunities.

The Hammond, Louisiana, company, which announced changes to its business strategy, cut 71 jobs and reduced its dividend to 8 cents per share.