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Bank Stocks
Bank stocks are companies that operate checking and savings deposits and make loans. Referred to as financial intermediaries, banks are the middlemen between account-holding depositors and loan-seeking businesses and individuals. A favorite among buy-and-hold investors like Warren Buffett, banks serve an important function in regulating the money supply of the country and are thus viewed as a relatively future-proof industry.
The 3 Best Bank Stocks to Buy in August 2024
The three best bank stocks all offer investors the opportunity to capitalize on financial conditions that bolster their bottom line.
3 More Stocks Warren Buffett Might Sell to Prep for a Market Crash
Because the Oracle of Omaha has moved to a massive cash position, be watchful of other Warren Buffett stocks he may sell.
7 Financial Stocks That Could Benefit from Rising Interest Rates
Explore financial stocks positioned to benefit from rising interest rates globally, offering potential for increased net interest margins.
Recent Bank Stocks Articles
Check out the Upside in Wells Fargo & Co (WFC)
The possibility of a December rate hike should benefit financial stocks such as Wells Fargo & Co. Here's the skinny on WFC stock.
Trade of the Day: Investors Bancorp (ISBC)
ISBC shares have been on a strong bullish trend since January, and given the bank’s earnings announcement last Thursday, now is a good time to get on board.
Trade of the Day: Bank of America (BAC)
Bottom line: buy puts on any rally, and I think this market will move lower over the next few weeks. Here’s one such bearish trade to get you started.
Short Bank of America (BAC) Stock Above This Level
Bank of America (BAC) looks promising in the longer term, but for right now, BAC stock likely has more price discovery left to do on the downside.
Trade of the Day: Investors Bancorp (ISBC)
The stock has been in a bullish trend along with its industry (Savings and Loans) for nearly eight months and is outperforming its sector (Financials).
How Changes in the Yield Curve Could Affect Bank Stocks
Here's how banks -- and bank stocks -- will be affected by implementation of the “Volcker Rule” -- part of the Dodd-Frank financial reforms that ban taxpayer insured banks from making bets with their own money.
Citigroup Earnings Prove the Firm’s Turnaround Is Working
Citigroup earnings show that its transformation into a smaller, more profitable firm is working, and that means good things for Citi stock.
Wells Fargo’s Mediocre Results Will Drive More Mediocre Gains (WFC)
Wells Fargo earnings were mixed at best, but improvement over the previous period should be good enough to keep WFC rising this year.
Trade of the Day: BankUnited (BKU)
The good news from Monday's sell-off is that the valuations of some of my favorite stocks have finally come down a bit.
Trade of the Day: KeyCorp (KEY)
Like any other regional bank, KeyCorp's fortunes improve when interest rates rise, allowing it to make more money on its loans.
BAC Stock: Bank of America’s Bull Case Is Back!
Bank of America (BAC) stock took a breather last week after starting June off strong. However, Monday's rally has jolted BofA awake.
Trade of the Day: BancorpSouth (BXS)
Given the current situation in the bond market, my trade recommendation today is for a regional bank.
Trade of the Day: Wells Fargo (WFC)
The financial stocks are holding up well, and there are a few names I like in the sector. Let’s go with WFC because it tends to make larger price moves.
Wall Street CEO Pay Tumbles, But for How Long?
The gap between CEO pay and the average bank worker has dropped by half since the financial crisis. Something tells us it will bounce back.
Trade of the Day: Investors Bancorp (ISBC)
This regional bank has good fundamentals and low volatility that will possibly allow the stock to outperform if the market moves into a neutral or bearish bias.
