OLD Second National Bank Boosts Fifth Third Bancorp Stake by 199%

The Aurora-based bank increased its holdings in the financial services provider during Q4 2025.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:33am

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OLD Second National Bank of Aurora, an institutional investor, significantly increased its stake in Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:FITB) by 199.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. The bank now owns 59,974 shares of the financial services provider's stock, worth $2.8 million.

Why it matters

This transaction highlights the continued institutional interest in Fifth Third Bancorp, one of the largest regional banks in the Midwest. The 199% increase in OLD Second National Bank's position suggests the firm sees strong growth potential in the bank's stock.

The details

According to the 13F filing, OLD Second National Bank of Aurora acquired an additional 39,940 shares of Fifth Third Bancorp during the fourth quarter. This brings the bank's total holdings in the financial services provider to 59,974 shares. The filing indicates the shares were worth $2.8 million as of the end of the quarter.

  • The 13F filing was submitted on April 18, 2026, covering the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

OLD Second National Bank of Aurora

An institutional investor and bank holding company based in Aurora, Illinois.

Fifth Third Bancorp

A Cincinnati, Ohio-based bank holding company and the parent of Fifth Third Bank, a major regional financial institution.

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The takeaway

This transaction demonstrates the continued confidence that institutional investors have in Fifth Third Bancorp's growth prospects, even as the broader banking industry faces economic headwinds. The significant increase in OLD Second National Bank's position suggests the firm sees long-term value in the regional bank's stock.