The regional banking sector is trading higher, outperforming a weaker broad market, following a series of positive third-quarter earnings announcements. Several regional banks, including First Bank (FRBA) and Associated Banc-Corp (ASB), reported better-than-expected profits, growth in net interest income, and expanding deposits. This string of strong results is overshadowing a mixed report from Huntington Bancshares and broader market concerns, suggesting investors are keying in on the fundamental health of the sector.