U.S. Bancorp’s (USB) fourth-quarter 2024 adjusted earnings per share (excluding the impacts of notable items) of $1.07 beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.06 per share. However, the bottom line increased 8.1% from the prior-year quarter.Find the latest earnings estimates and surprises on the Zacks Earnings Calendar.Results have benefited from lower expenses and higher non-interest income. Also, a rise in net interest income (NII) and strong capital position were tailwinds. However, weak asset quality wa ...