
LightStream is the online consumer lending division of Truist Bank, a subsidiary of Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC), a publicly traded bank holding company headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Launched in 2012 as a SunTrust division, LightStream offers unsecured personal loans, auto loans, and home improvement financing online nationwide.
Parent Company
Founded
2012
Status
Publicly Traded
Headquarters
| Brand | Parent Company | Ownership Type |
|---|---|---|
| LightStream | Truist Financial Corporation | Brand division |
SunTrust Banks launched LightStream in 2012, absorbing and rebranding an earlier online lending platform called FirstAgain. The concept was simple: prime-credit consumers could apply entirely online for unsecured personal loans and receive funding quickly, without visiting a branch.
The division grew through the 2010s by targeting borrowers with strong credit profiles for defined purposes: auto purchases, home improvement, debt consolidation, medical expenses, and recreation vehicle purchases. Fixed rates and a rate-beat promise against competing offers were the core selling points.
When SunTrust merged with BB&T in December 2019 to form Truist, LightStream was retained as a named division rather than rebranded. It continued operating from San Diego, the city where FirstAgain had been based, and kept its national digital-first model distinct from the branch-led Truist retail business.
In recent years LightStream has been folded into Truist's consumer lending reporting, with the platform's loan growth contributing to the consumer segment's expansion cited in 2025 results.
What is Truist Financial Corporation?
Truist Financial Corporation is the bank holding company that owns Truist Bank, one of the ten largest commercial banks in the United States. It was formed in December 2019 by the merger of BB&T Corporation and SunTrust Banks and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company trades on the NYSE under ticker TFC.
Is Truist publicly traded?
Yes. Truist Financial Corporation trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol TFC. Both predecessor banks were also publicly traded: BB&T and SunTrust shares were exchanged for Truist shares when the merger closed in December 2019.
When was Truist founded?
Truist as a company was founded on December 6, 2019, when the BB&T and SunTrust merger closed. Its predecessor banks are much older: BB&T was founded in 1872 in Wilson, North Carolina, and SunTrust's earliest predecessor, the Trust Company of Georgia, was founded in Atlanta in 1891.
Who is the CEO of Truist?
Bill Rogers is chairman and chief executive officer of Truist. He led BB&T before the merger and became Truist CEO in September 2021, succeeding Kelly King. Mike Maguire serves as chief financial officer.
What brands does Truist own?
Truist operates primarily under the Truist master brand, including Truist Bank for retail and commercial banking, Truist Securities for investment banking, and Truist Wealth for private wealth services. It also owns LightStream, an online consumer lender. It sold Truist Insurance Holdings in May 2024 for $15.5 billion and Sterling Capital Management to Guardian Capital Group in July 2024.
What was Truist's revenue in 2025?
Truist reported total revenue of $20.5 billion for fiscal year 2025, including $14.6 billion of net interest income and $5.9 billion of noninterest income. Net income available to common shareholders was approximately $5.0 billion, or $3.82 per diluted share, up 14% from 2024.
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| Brand | Parent Company | Country | Founded | Market Position | Primary Market | Gender Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truist Financial | USA | 2019 | Mass market | United states | All Genders | |
| Truist Financial | USA | 2020 | Mass market | United states | All Genders | |
| Truist Financial | USA | 2020 | Mass market | United states | All Genders |
Finance FintechOwned by Truist Financial Corporation
American banking brand launched in 2019 for the BB&T and SunTrust merger, serving millions of clients through roughly 1,900 branches.
Finance FintechOwned by Truist Financial Corporation
Investment banking and capital markets division of Truist Financial, formed in 2020 from SunTrust Robinson Humphrey and BB&T Capital Markets.
Finance FintechOwned by Truist Financial Corporation
Private wealth management division of Truist Financial, serving affluent clients through Truist Bank with investment, trust, and planning services.
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Geographic Distribution: Competitors are headquartered across multiple regions, indicating global competition in this market segment.
Brand Heritage: Competitor brands range from established heritage brands to newer market entrants, with founding years spanning several decades.
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