• Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) reported an EPS of $2.47, beating the estimated $2.02.
• The company's revenue reached $5.86 billion, surpassing the estimated $3.80 billion.
• SYF's financial health is highlighted by a P/E ratio of approximately 6.25 and an earnings yield of about 16%.

Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) is a prominent consumer financial services company in the United States. It offers a range of credit products, including private label credit cards, dual cards, and installment loans. SYF competes with other financial service providers like American Express and Discover Financial Services. The company is known for its strong partnerships with retailers and healthcare providers.

On January 27, 2026, SYF reported earnings per share (EPS) of $2.47, surpassing the estimated $2.02. This impressive performance follows the company's fourth-quarter 2025 results, where it reported an adjusted EPS of $2.18, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 8.1%. The increase from $1.91 a year ago highlights SYF's ability to enhance its profitability.

The company also reported revenue of $5.86 billion, exceeding the estimated $3.80 billion. In the previous quarter, SYF's revenue reached $4.76 billion, marking a 3.7% increase compared to the same period last year. Although this figure slightly missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.79 billion, it demonstrates SYF's consistent revenue growth.

SYF's financial performance is driven by improved efficiency, higher purchase volumes, and lower provisions for credit losses. Despite a decline in loan receivables and deposits, the company's net interest income reached $4.8 billion, a 3.7% increase year over year. This growth was supported by enhanced purchase volume and better net interest margins.

The company's financial health is further reflected in its valuation metrics. SYF has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 6.25 and a price-to-sales ratio of about 1.34. The enterprise value to sales ratio is around 0.60, and the enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio is approximately 1.25. With an earnings yield of about 16%, SYF demonstrates strong earnings potential for investors.