Major Banks Reported Declining Mortgage Revenue
JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo saw drops in home lending income during the third quarter of 2026.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Residential
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JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo both recorded decreases in mortgage-related revenue for Q3 2026. These declines occurred even as both banking institutions reported higher overall net income compared to the previous year.
Why it matters
The drop in home lending revenue stems from lower production and interest income, reflecting broader shifts in the mortgage market. These results highlight how mortgage services are performing relative to the wider banking operations of major financial institutions.
JPMorgan Chase reported $16 billion in mortgage origination volume, while Wells Fargo home lending revenue totaled $743 million for the quarter. Wells Fargo mortgage banking income was $164 million, and JPMorgan retail mortgage originations fell 18% quarter over quarter.
The players
JPMorgan Chase
A major multinational financial services firm that maintains a massive third-party mortgage servicing portfolio.
Wells Fargo
A prominent American banking institution with significant operations in residential home lending and retail consumer banking.
The details
JPMorgan reported that its retail origination declines were partially balanced by an 11% increase in correspondent originations. For Wells Fargo, the revenue decrease in home lending was driven by lower mortgage servicing and net interest income. Overall bank revenue gains for Wells Fargo in Consumer Banking and Lending were offset by reduced returns from venture capital investments.
Timeline
JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo released their financial results for Q3 2026.
The Home Front
These results align with a period of fluctuating interest income across the major banking sector. This quarter reflects a departure from higher production-driven revenue previously seen in the national mortgage market.
If you are currently evaluating a mortgage or refinancing, remember that bank-specific revenue reports do not dictate your individual loan terms. Consult with a licensed financial advisor or mortgage broker to understand how current market conditions specifically influence your borrowing options.
The takeaway
Large banks are seeing varied performance in their home lending divisions compared to their overall corporate growth. While monitoring these institutional trends can provide context on market health, focus on your specific credit score and local lender competition when shopping for a loan.
Further reading
Learn more about current housing market trends at Residential.
Source note: This article includes information reported by HousingWire.
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