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ING Groep Raises Income Outlook on Strong Fee Growth, Fuels Investor Debate

ING Groep's latest financial results reveal a strategic pivot gaining traction, with fee income now accounting for a fifth of total revenue. The bank has upgraded its income guidance for 2026 and 2027, alongside a robust shareholder return policy, prompting analysts to reassess its growth narrative in a challenging European banking landscape.

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SoFi Profits Surge as Fee-Based Boom Shields Fintech from Rate Volatility

SoFi Technologies posts a sharp rise in quarterly profit, driven by record loan demand and a 78% revenue surge in its fee-generating financial services arm. The performance highlights a strategic shift as consumers flock to digital lenders for debt consolidation, while potential regulatory headwinds loom for the credit card industry.

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Brunswick Charts Steady Course as Marine Market Rebounds, Touts Record Cash Flow and Debt Reduction

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) closed its 2025 fiscal year on a confident note, citing a resilient recovery in the marine market, a historic surge in free cash flow, and significant debt reduction. While navigating persistent tariff headwinds, the company's leadership pointed to stabilizing retail demand and strategic market share gains as key drivers for cautious optimism heading into 2026.