SunTrust Banks (NYSE: STI) reported Q1 EPS of $1.29, $0.18 better than the analyst estimate of $1.11.

""This year is off to a good start, with earnings per share increasing 42% year-over-year," said William H. Rogers, Jr., chairman and CEO of SunTrust Banks, Inc. "While a favorable operating environment has benefited our bottom-line results, our consistent strategy and improved execution are also contributing to our improved profitability. We remain optimistic about our performance trajectory and ability to deliver long-term value to our shareholders."

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