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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.

Recent Bank Stocks Articles

2 Small Bank Stocks to Snap Up Now

In small bank stocks, we can position ourselves far from the crowd and noise of Wall Street and take advantage of massive industry changes.

Will JPM and WFC Slip on Earnings Reports?

Lower profits at JPMorgan (JPM) and softer revenue at Wells Fargo (WFC) could spark buying opportunities in the pair of bank stocks.

Trade of the Day: Keycorp (KEY)

This regional bank stock has been in a downward slide since the Fed announced it was not going to taper.

Go Small for Safety? Yes — With These 2 Bank Stocks

Looking for a place to hide out while the government dukes it out in Washington? Surprisingly, a few small bank stocks might be a safe place for your money.

Bull’s Eye Report: First Financial Bankshares (FFIN)

Insiders may sell for many reasons, but they only buy if they believe a stock is going up. That's why we're bullish on FFIN.

Make a Guarded Play on Citigroup Stock

While Citigroup stock has fallen along with much of the market, it's coming up against technical support that should buoy this options trade.

The Only Way You Should Bank on KRE

Regional banks and KRE remain unattractive in the face of relative weakness, unless you want to try this bearish trade.

Should I Buy Citigroup Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Citigroup may stumble when it reports quarterly earnings next month, but that doesn't change the story on this resurgent bank stock.

9 Stocks Trading on the Cheap Right Now

These nine stocks are all trading under book value; however, only a few of them deserve a spot in your portfolio.

NYTimes: JPMorgan Admits Wrongdoing, Fined $900M+

JPMorgan has agreed to settle a number of regulatory investigations stemming from last year's huge trading losses at its London office.

A Simple Path to Profits: Cheap, Growing Stocks

One great screen for value investors is looking for stocks to buy that are clearly adding value that is not yet recognized by the stock market.

Bank Stock Showdown: JPM vs. WFC

Which bank stock is better -- the biggest by market cap, or the biggest by assets? We break down whether JPMorgan or Wells Fargo (or both) is worth a buy.

Bull’s Eye Report: Bank of America (BAC)

Try a trade in BAC for a jump back up to the $15 level.

City Plans to Use ‘Eminent Domain’ to Seize Mortgages

Richmond, California, will become the first U.S. city to use eminent domain to seize properties with delinquent or underwater mortgages.

Syria Concerns Crush Stocks: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

All three markets staged a massive selloff in the wake of Middle East tensions, including the possibility of a U.S. military strike against Syrian troops.

Hide Out the Market Jitters in Regional Banks

Investors should expect a volatile market after Labor Day, which means it's time to take refuge in strong stocks like BNC Bancorp.

4 Reasons to Ride Regional Banks Right Now

Broad stock strength across the regional banks, as well as short squeeze potential and analyst lag, could fuel the KRE.

August Rate Roundup: CDs, Money Markets and Mortgages

Rates continued to surge in August but savers didn't see an extra dime in interest. Banks, meanwhile, made out like bandits.

Small Banks Are the Trade of the Decade

But you can't buy them indiscriminately -- investing in small banks requires a vigorous vetting process. Here's how I do it.