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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
2008 TARP Funds — Where Are They Now?
Almost four years later, almost everyone agrees we would've been worse off without TARP. But at what cost? What did TARP do well, and where has it fallen short?
Banks Dodge Expected Wave of Foreclosures
The worst of the mortgage mess — and its legal fallout — looks to be behind the nation's lenders as a predicted wave of foreclosures fails to materialize.
Ally Financial’s ResCap: A Smart Bankruptcy
The welcome move, plus asset sales, will free Ally from its subprime mortgage burden and help pay back Uncle Sam.
Jump on the Exodus in JPMorgan
A $2 billion trading loss is a screaming headline, but the panic it induced in JPM investors was overblown -- and opened up a door for new positions.
JPMorgan and Banks’ Blue Day: Monday’s IP Market Recap
The continuing saga of JPMorgan's $2 billion loss took down the banking sector on Monday and with it the Dow, as stocks stumbled all day in trading.
A Blunder in the Financial Sector — Surprised?
The major derivatives blunder at JPMorgan Chase should give investors pause when considering buying into what might look like bargain bank stocks.
Should You Still Bank on JPMorgan Chase?
JPMorgan's huge derivatives loss of $2 billion should get investors mad, but is it a reason to bail out of the stock? Take another look.
Dimon in the Rough and Earnings Updates
JPMorgan Chase may be the headline at the end of the week, but some solid earnings by strong companies make for buying opportunities, too.
So, Jamie Dimon: What Do You Think of the Volcker Rule Now?
A "rogue trader" lost $2 billion for JPMorgan Chase, leaving us all scratching our heads and wondering "Why is this nonsense allowed to keep happening?"
Meet Chase’s ‘Liquid’ Card
Banking giant JPMorgan Chase is launching a new prepaid debit card that will operate like a checking and savings account hybrid.
Canada’s Banks: Better Than Most
Many Canadian banks continue to deliver strong results, but going forward, investors should focus on the internationally minded ones.
Capital One Buying Its Way to Success
Capital One, riding almost 30% gains year-to-date, should be fueled down the road by deals for ING Direct, HSBC's U.S. credit card portfolio.
Big-Bank Bashing: Everyone’s Doing It
We're not saying it's right or wrong, but it's been trendy for smaller financial institutions to take a poke at the big guys. Here's a look at 5 funny ads.
Forget Banks and Buy These Safe Financials
Credit cards and pawnshops enjoy steady, robust growth.
Why You Should be Bullish on Banks, Tech and Consumer Stocks Now
Fund manager Thomas Villalta talks about which sectors he thinks will be hot over the next few months, the severity of the market's headwinds and more.
Pink Slips for 2,000 at Bank of America
Bank of America plans to shed 2,000 jobs at its investment banking and international wealth management units, the Wall Street Journal reports.
The Sunny Side of Recent Bank Failures
Five banks in four states went belly-up over the weekend, but this year's pace of failing banks is a positive sign of the industry's health.
Overdraft Fees Get Another Look From Regulators
The marketing practices of nine U.S. banks are said to be under review by the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
