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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
PNC Drops Midday as Caribou Peps Up
Midday stock action topped by PNC Financial (NYSE: PNC), Caribou Coffee (NASDAQ: CBOU), Harbin Electric (NASDAQ: HRBN).
Bank Stocks Are Stupid Cheap
Bank stocks have been the sector everyone loves to hate, but now investors realize that the bad news has been priced in -- making these picks dirt cheap.
Has the Market Put in a Bottom?
Some positive signs are surfacing, but an important piece of the puzzle is still missing.
JPM: The Safest U.S. Bank to Buy
Financial powerhouse JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) is an excellent rebound candidate.
Bank ETFs Poised for Rebound
Financial stocks have been slammed but its time to consider Financial Select SPDR (NYSE: XLF), KBW Regional Banking ETF (NYSE: KRE) and KBW Capital Markets ETF (NYSE: KCE).
Why Bank of America (or Any Financial Stock) May Be Your Best Buy Now
Bank of America is off about -20% so far in 2011, but could offer big potential to aggressive investors looking for long-term gains in the oversold financial stock.
SPX’s Lack of R-E-S-P-E-C-T Could Mean More Downside
Given the S&P 500’s lack of serious respect for its 200-day moving average, one would expect it to be broken to the downside.
7 Stocks Under $7
These cheap stocks with solid fundamentals should have investors feeling pretty lucky as the market rebounds.
Top Bank Stock to Buy for Summer: Citigroup
Citigroup (NYSE: C) should outperform during the next two to three months.
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Fear Buying Big, Bad Banks
There are plenty of reasons to fear bank stocks right now, but there are also plenty of opportunities for investors brave enough to step up to the plate.
5 Mega Bank Stocks That Are Mega Sells
As consumer spending fades and mortgage problems persist, these financial giants must be dumped from your portfolio immediately.
What Will It Take to Keep This Rally Going?
If the major indices can muster another close above their 50-day moving averages the path of least resistance will remain to the upside.
6 Unpopular Bank Stocks to Sell
Investors have not shown these financials much love, and that is unlikely to change in the near future.
Bank Fees Rise to Offset Decline in Credit and Debit Card Charges
Bank fees are on the rise, as Bank of America NYSE:BAC JP Morgan Chase NYSE:JPM and Wells Fargo NYSE:WFC look to hike debit and credit card charges.
Zions Bancorp (ZION) Holds Steady as Financials Fail
Though the stock market has gone up and Zions Bancorp is flat, Zion Bancorporation NASDAQ:ZION remains a good buy for 2011.
Zombie Bank Stocks That May Murder Your Portfolio
Massive underperformance in major U.S. financials has signaled trouble in the past. Investors should run screaming from these bank stocks.
5 Reasons I Can’t Sell BofA Stock — And Why You Should Buy
Bank of America stock NYSE:BAC has been sold off in 2011, but BofA is still one of the stocks this investor is calling a buy after earnings due to Merrill Lynch and consumer credit strengths.
