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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.

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MARCH MADNESS: JPMorgan Chase (JPM) vs. Bank of America (BAC)

When it comes to returning cash to shareholders, JPMorgan (JPM) beats Bank of America (BAC) by a wide margin.

3 Community Bank Stocks to Buy With Good Texas Ratios

The Texas ratio is a quick and easy way for investors to determine which community banks are safe in addition to cheap to buy now.

Community Bank Stocks: How to Cash in From Banking Reforms

The current bank merger and acquisition wave is in the early stages of what should be a very long cycle for community bank stocks. A double compounding effect will help you cash in.

3 Big-Name Financials to Avoid For Now

Investors hoped the banks would lead the way for a robust 2015 stock market and economy. Unfortunately, the financials failed to cooperate as their earnings didn't measure up, and the stocks were driven down.

Bank Stocks – Dividend Hikes at Risk From Falling Oil Prices

Bank stocks were set to get a pick up from dividend hikes this year, but loan exposure to the energy sector is making regulators nervous.

Trade of the Day: First Bancorp (FBP)

FBP's most recent earnings demonstrate that this regional bank is more than holding its own in what would otherwise be a grim interest-rate environment and lackluster local lending market.

Trade of the Day: Codorus Valley Bancorp (CVLY)

This Pennant carries a price target that is some 22% higher from Codorus Valley Bancorp's Nov. 6 close.

3 High-Yield Canadian Bank Stocks to Buy

Although Canadian banks face headwinds from mortgage lending, they are differentiating their offerings, expanding into higher growth areas like wealth management and boosting fee income.

Should You Buy Bank of America Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Bank of America is putting a Justice Department investigation behind it and hiked its dividend on BAC stock for the first time in seven years.

2 Undervalued Big Bank Stocks to Buy

Large bank stocks exceeded forecasts last quarter and could outperform for the balance of 2014. Citigroup (C) and Bank of America (BAC) also feature attractive prices.

3 Regional Bank Stocks to Bank On

Larger bank stocks have little upside right now and face numerous financial headwinds. Instead, turn your focus to regional banks like these.

Trade of the Day: Bank of America (BAC)

Technology just passed energy Wednesday as one of the best sectors in the market for 2014.

3 Big Bank Stocks to Buy Now

Financials and bank stocks have been lagging big time recently. However, Wells Fargo, Blackstone and Toronto-Dominion Bank offer upside potential now.

Bank of America Earnings Tumble as Legal Nightmare Drags On (BAC)

Uncertainty over litigation costs, the dividend and share repurchase program make Bank of America earnings almost irrelevant.

Wells Fargo Earnings Don’t Warrant Selloff in WFC Stock

Wall Street quibbled with some details in Wells Fargo earnings, but the bull thesis on WFC stock remains unchanged.

3 Bank Stocks to Buy at Unbeatable Values

The best bank stocks to buy are ones trading below book value and also buying back stock. Here are three that fit those criteria.

Financials Flirting With Breakdown: 7 Charts to Watch

Financial stocks are exhibiting strong fundamentals, but these seven stock charts are telling a different story about the outlook for financials.

CS Stock: Credit Suisse Gets Off Too Easy in Criminal Plea Bargain

Credit Suisse may have pled guilty, but American banks can rest assured that they're still too big to jail.

Barclays Layoffs: BCS to Cut 19,000 Jobs by 2016

Barclays says it will cut a total of 19,000 jobs by 2016, including 7,000 positions at its investment banking business. BCS shares rallied on the news.