SLM Corp Reports $32 Million Loss for Third Quarter
The student lender posted a quarterly loss of 19 cents per share while maintaining its annual earnings guidance.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Corporate Finance
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SLM Corp, based in Newark, Delaware, reported a $32.3 million net loss for the third quarter of 2026. The financial results include $616.5 million in reported revenue and $339.3 million in adjusted revenue.
Why it matters
The quarterly loss reflects current performance metrics for the student lender, providing a benchmark for investors evaluating its fiscal trajectory through the end of the year.
SLM Corp posted a $32.3 million net loss for the third quarter of 2026, equating to 19 cents per share. The company reported $616.5 million in total revenue alongside $339.3 million in adjusted revenue, though year-over-year comparators were not disclosed.
The players
SLM Corp
A Newark, Delaware-based financial services company primarily known for providing student loans.
The details
The financial results reflect the company's operational performance throughout the third quarter of 2026. Management has issued forward guidance for the fiscal year, projecting earnings in the range of $1.95 to $2.05 per share.
Timeline
SLM Corp reported its quarterly earnings during Q3 2026.
Market Landscape
The quarterly results follow standard industry reporting cycles mandated by the Truth in Lending Act. These figures provide a current assessment of the company's fiscal health relative to the regulatory obligations governing major consumer lenders.
Operators should note the full-year earnings guidance of $1.95 to $2.05 per share as a key indicator of the company's expected fiscal stability. The reported loss of 19 cents per share remains a metric to watch when evaluating the company's near-term credit and service offerings.
The takeaway
Management has set an earnings target of $1.95 to $2.05 per share for the full 2026 fiscal year. Stakeholders should monitor upcoming annual reports to see if actual performance aligns with this projection.
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