Mr Cooper Group Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Mr. Cooper Group Inc. (NASDAQ: COOP) has finalized a deal with Sagent M&C, LLC for the sale of intellectual property rights related to its cloud-based mortgage servicing technology. This agreement allows Mr. Cooper to acquire an equity stake in Sagent and appoint two directors to Sagent’s board. The collaboration aims to develop the industry's first cloud-native, homeowner-first servicing platform. Additionally, Mr. Cooper will engage Sagent as a multi-year customer, enhancing its service offerings in the mortgage sector.

Mr. Cooper Group Inc. and Sagent M&C, LLC have entered a multi-year agreement to enhance mortgage servicing through cloud technology. Sagent will acquire Mr. Cooper's proprietary technology, allowing them to create a homeowner-first servicing platform. Mr. Cooper will receive a minority equity stake in Sagent and become a long-term customer. This partnership aims to accelerate software modernization across top lenders, enhancing user experience in mortgage servicing. Key executives from Mr. Cooper will join Sagent's board, reinforcing strategic alignment.

Mr. Cooper Group reported a strong fourth quarter with a net income of $155 million or $2.01 per diluted share, achieving a ROCE of 19%. The company's servicing UPB grew to $710 billion, a 6% increase quarter-over-quarter and 17% year-over-year. They repurchased 1.3 million shares for $56 million and authorized an additional $200 million for stock buybacks, totaling $252 million. The company ended the year with record capital levels and improvements in tangible book value, now at $45.64 per share.

Mr. Cooper Group Inc. (NASDAQ: COOP) appointed Daniela Jorge to its board of directors. Currently the Vice President and Chief Design Officer at PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), Jorge brings over 15 years of experience in user experience design from top brands like PayPal, AT&T, eBay, and Intuit. Chairman and CEO Jay Bray expressed that Jorge's expertise will enhance customer satisfaction. Jorge aims to help transform the home loan experience, focusing on customer-centric innovation as Mr. Cooper continues to evolve in the mortgage industry.

Mr. Cooper Group Inc. (NASDAQ: COOP) will announce its fourth quarter 2021 financial results on February 11, 2022, at 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time. Investors can access the press release and presentation through the company’s website prior to the call. The conference call will feature a toll-free dial-in, with pre-registration now available. A replay of the call will be accessible two hours post-conclusion until February 25, 2022, using the provided passcode. Mr. Cooper is a leading servicer of single-family home loans in the U.S.

Mr. Cooper Group Inc. has successfully completed the sale of its Reverse servicing portfolio under the Champion Mortgage brand to Mortgage Assets Management, LLC. CEO Jay Bray expressed that this sale simplifies the business model, focusing on core mortgage servicing and origination growth opportunities. CFO Chris Marshall noted the transaction enhances profitability and liquidity, pushing the company's capital ratios above 15%. Pro forma, the tangible net worth to total assets ratio is estimated at 17.5% as of September 30, 2021. The company continues to prioritize customer service and operational efficiency.

Mr. Cooper Group Inc. (NASDAQ: COOP) announced a pricing for a $600 million offering of 5.75% Senior Notes due 2031. The Notes will yield interest at 5.75% annually, maturing on November 15, 2031, with interest payments commencing on May 15, 2022. The offering is anticipated to close around November 4, 2021, with net proceeds to be allocated for general corporate purposes, including purchasing mortgage servicing rights. The Notes are exempt from registration requirements under the Securities Act. Forward-looking statements may be subject to risks that could affect outcomes.

Mr. Cooper Group reported a strong third quarter with a net income of $299 million or $3.29 per diluted share, boasting a Return on Common Equity (ROCE) of 36%. The company generated a pretax operating income of $263 million and notable earnings in the Originations segment with $271 million pretax income on a funded volume of $19.9 billion. Additionally, they recognized as a Great Place To Work for three consecutive years and increased book values per share to $43.40.

Mr. Cooper Group Inc. (NASDAQ: COOP) is set to discuss its third-quarter financial results on October 28, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time. The conference call will be accessible via an audio webcast and phone. Investors can pre-register for the call and will receive a unique ID for access. A replay of the call will be available for two weeks after the event.

Mr. Cooper Group operates under the brands Mr. Cooper® and Xome®, focusing on home loan servicing and technology-driven solutions nationwide.