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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
Australian Banks: Are the Big Yields Worth It?
In today's low-rate environment, yield has become the top discussion among investors -- and one of the most interesting talking points can be found Down Under.
Bank of America Branch ‘Trashed’ in Protest
Community activists in San Diego arranged a 'trashy' scene in front of a BofA branch to send a message about keeping up with foreclosed properties.
5 Sleepy Canadian Banks Providing Super Dividend Yields
Why mess around with low-yielding American mega-banks when financially sound bank stocks abound north of the border?
ING: Lower Earnings Miss Q2 Forecasts
Dutch bank ING Groep reported lower second-quarter earnings that missed analysts' expectations as it shed risky Spanish assets.
Buffett Still Can’t Find a Big Buyout Bargain
Are stocks really cheap if Berkshire is having this much trouble trying to suss out a large acquisition? It might be a sign that the big game aren't undervalued.
Standard Chartered NY Banking License Threatened
U.S. regulators have accused Chartered Financial of concealing transactions with Iran in violation of U.S. sanctions and threatened to pull its banking license.
Outlook Still Dismal for Europe’s Banks
Walking and talking with people in London for the Olympics one finds concern over the eurozone economies and a chance to take advantage with puts on bank stocks
What Does Warren Buffett See in ResCap?
With Berkshire, it always comes down to price and value. The only answer: The conglomerate has combed through ResCap's books and found an undervalued asset.
Should Alarms Be Ringing for Canadian Banks?
As S&P's recent outlook cut shows, rising household debt is an increasing peril. Still, the sector isn't coming apart. Here's why.
The Best Big Bank Stocks to Own: Wells Fargo, U.S. Bancorp
Healthier balance sheets, loan growth and ultra-low mortgage rates are fueling record results in these two bank stocks.
CIT Group’s Q2 Loss Less Than Forecast, Shares Rise
CIT Group posted a larger second-quarter loss, compared to last year, but less than Wall Street had forecast, sending its shares higher.
HSBC Sets Aside $2B to Cover Scandal Costs
HSBC announced that it has put aside $700 to cover fines resulting from money-laundering charges in the U.S. and $1.3 billion for deceptive sales in the U.K.
Rate Roundup: CDs, Money Markets and Mortgages
Record low rates are hell on savers and a boon to borrowers. Here's a look at what you're savings will earn and what your loans will cost.
Euro Crisis Is Bad News for U.S. Banks
Any way Europe could try to solve their economic crisis spells bad news for the U.S. government, the Fed and most U.S. banks.
Is 7.8% Dividend Reason Enough to Buy a Bank Stock?
As long as it's giving 90% of its earnings to investors, NYB will have trouble sustaining its dividend payout.
SunTrust Won’t Raise Dividend Until 2013
Despite better-than-expected second-quarter results, SunTrust Banks said that it won't request regulatory approval for a dividend increase until next year.
All Earnings, All the Time — Thursday’s IP Market Recap
Tech stocks ruled the day as strong earnings in the sector and across the board helped lift markets to gains Thursday.
Wall Street Reform Turns Two: Is It Working?
Dodd-Frank -- all 848 pages of it and still only 30% complete -- has had its victories, its failures ... and its unintended consequences.
