Current Report · Items 8.01, 9.01 · 8-K

Fifth Third Bancorp

Other Events

Filed Sep 23, 2026Accepted Sep 23, 2026, 4:28 PM EDTCIK 35527Accession 0000035527-26-000222

Company context

Fifth Third is a bank that’s as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we’ve been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. Our list of firsts is extensive, and it’s one that continues to expand as we explore the intersection of tech-driven innovation, dedicated people and focused community impact. Fifth Third is one of the few U.S.-based banks to have been named among Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® for several years. With a commitment to taking care of our customers, employees, communities and shareholders, our goal is not only to be the nation’s highest performing regional bank, but to be the bank people most value and trust.

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Items 8.01, 9.01

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Item 8.01Item 8.01 - Other Events

Item 8.01 Other Events On September 23, 2026, Fifth Third Bancorp issued a press release announcing the September 22, 2026 expiration and results of its offer to exchange any and all of its outstanding restricted senior notes previously issued pursuant to an exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), for an equal principal amount of new notes registered under the Securities Act. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by reference. No Offer or Solicitation This communication is not intended to and shall not constitute an offer to sell or purchase, or a solicitation of an offer to sell or purchase, or the solicitation of tenders or consents with respect to, any security. No offer, solicitation, purchase or sale will be made in any jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful.