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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.
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
Goldman’s Money-Minting Days Are Over
The media is starting to shower Goldman Sachs with love, but it might be a bit overdone. While there's some upside left in GS, it's not a ton.
100 Best Brands: 2012’s Biggest Winners and Losers
Interbrand has announced its 2012 list of the most successful brands. Coca-Cola's on top again. How do the rest stack up?
More Uncertainty for Eurozone Financials
If you're looking for upside in the eurozone financial space, make sure you don't get bogged down by sovereign exposure.
Zions Bancorp Repays TARP Bailout
The Treasury Department says that Zions Bancorp has returned $700 million to the government, completing its repayment of federal funds received under TARP.
September Rate Roundup: CDs, Money Markets and Mortgages
Borrowers are getting better rates as of September, but savers keep getting squished.
Banks: A Bright Spot Amid Earnings Gloom
The financial sector is poised for double-digit profit growth in the third quarter amid a broader drop in corporate earnings. Here's why banks will be a bright spot.
2012 Banking Survey: Banks Go Fee Happy
Bankrate's 2012 Checking Survey found that checking account fees are rising fast, with some jumping 25%, as banks try to offset the impact of new rules.
Bank of America Is Missing the Point
Bank of America clearly has forgotten that you can't shrink your way to greatness. In fact, BAC might be shrinking its way to more problems.
Biggest Tax Cheats Aren’t the 47% — They’re BANKS
Rather than grouse about people dodging taxes on $20,000 a year, we should start looking at the untouched billions of dollars made by debt-churning banks.
10 Short Squeeze Stocks for September
Short sellers have yet to scramble to cover their positions and, when they do, these stocks look set to soar even higher.
Thinking QE3 Will Result in a New Housing Boom? Think Again
Homebuilder optimism has been rampant in the wake of QE3, but there are still several very real obstacles to a housing recovery that can't be overlooked.
Banks Are Setting Us Up For Economic Problems Again
Banks are lobbying for changes in the requirements for collateral backing risky hedging products, and the fallout could be another bailout down the road.
5 Things QE3 Won’t Fix
Bernanke made a massive move to try and crank up the economy, but it's hardly omnipotent. Even Big Ben is saying the real fixes can come only from policymakers.
Ben Hurls a Bolt of Quantitative Lightning — Thursday’s IP Market Recap
Markets staged a broad rally after Ben Bernanke announced that the Federal Reserve would launch another round of quantitative easing.
QE3 Is Here. Hooray?
So much for "sell the news." Markets boomed on confirmation of a third round of quantitative easing -- despite the fact that it won't fix anything.
5 Lessons From Lehman and AIG
Four years ago, Lehman Brothers collapsed and AIG was bailed out by the U.S. government. Where are we today? Here are some lessons still worth pondering.
A $36 Billion Opportunity Big Banks Are Chasing Away
"Unbanked" and "underbanked" Americans still need cash and spending flexibility, and those who are providing that service are doing surprisingly well.
Moynihan’s Silence Is a Victory Cry for Bank of America Investors
Bank CEOs tend to go mum once troubles have passed, which makes Brian Moynihan's relative silence music to BAC investors' ears.
Morgan Stanley-Citigroup Deal: Everybody’s … Happy?
Morgan Stanley and Citigroup finally agreed on how to split their joint venture in the Smith Barney brokerage business. Surprisingly, everyone's all smiles.
