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Financial stocks are companies engaged in the financial sector. This includes the big banks of Wall Street as well as companies engaged in the lending and personal finance spaces. Finance has also grown to include new fintech firms that have helped revolutionize the ways in which consumers bank, trade, and make purchases. Investors seeking exposure to the financial sector have their choice of many ETFs and wide-ranging finance stocks from Goldman Sachs to SoFi Technologies.
3 Stocks That Look Like They Can Double Your Money by 2030
Make your money grow with these three stocks that have the potential to double your money before the end of this decade.
3 Stocks Set to Soar if the Fed Cuts Interest Rates in September
The anticipated interest rate cuts at the Federal Reserve’s September meeting have put several stocks to buy in the spotlight.
7 Growth Stocks to Buy on Encouraging Earnings Results
Positive earnings reports show some of the top growth stocks to buy that can deliver exceptional long-term returns for investors.
Recent Financial Stocks Articles
On Second Thought, Wells Fargo Is a Buy
Wall Street's initial reaction to Wells Fargo earnings was to sell; on second look, I believe Wells Fargo is on the right track, and I believe WFC is a buy
Big Six Bank Earnings Give Financials a Strong Start in 2014
With the exception of Citigroup, big bank earnings season served up plenty of Street-beating profits, which bodes well for financials in 2014.
Puerto Rico: Maximum Pessimism, Maximum Potential
Puerto Rico is quickly approaching the point of "maximum pessimism," which could result in huge gains for savvy investors in the long term.
Avoid the Big Banks, Buy These 3 Small Bank Stocks
Larger bank stocks are having trouble growing revenues and profits, so investors are better off buying these smaller banks who continue to ramp up growth.
Is It Time To Buy Banks? How About BAC, JPM, WFC?
BAC, JPM, and WFC all reported solid quarterly earnings results, but I'm still not sold on the sector as a long-term investment. Here's why I'm still bearish...
BAC: The Big Banks Kick Off Earnings Season
Bank of America's earnings contained some good news and bad news, and the overall picture for the bank sector looks promising...but time will tell
2 Bank Stocks Teetering on the Edge of Deep Discounts
An earnings miss by either of these banks should send share prices falling, making great entry points at unbeatable valuations.
BAC Stock – Bank of America Earnings Should Keep the Rally Alive
BAC stock is up 44% over the last year on costs cuts and credit quality. Expect more of the same in Q4 Bank of America earnings.
JPM Stock, WFC Stock: Bank Earnings Bullish for JPMorgan, Wells Fargo
Better-than-expected earnings reports from JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo support the bull cases for JPM stock, WFC stock and other financials.
JPM Stock – JPMorgan Earnings Whisper Number a Tall Order
After the JPMorgan earnings report, JPM stock could be in trouble. The earnings whisper number looks too high for a bank that keeps missing Street estimates.
BAC: Time For Caution in Bank of America Stock
Bank of America stock has gone on a bit of a run lately, and with earnings coming up in early January, it's worth taking a longer look. My advice: hold.
SCTY – SolarCity Stock Shines After Goldman Sachs Upgrade
SolarCity stock jumped after Goldman Sachs raised its rating and price target for the solar power company shares.
Regional Banks Are Expecting to Catch Fire in 2014
Roughly two-thirds of regional bank executives expect to be involved in a transaction this year. Here are the banks most likely to capitalize on that.
FRF – Dealmaking Should Help Launch Fortegra Financial in 2014
Fortegra Financial (FRF) has a predictable earnings model and could even be a takeover target. Here are all the reasons I think FRF stock will excel in 2014.
XLF – Attack 2014 by Piling Into Financials
General economic growth and improvements in net interest margins mean good things for financial stocks in 2014. Jump in broadly via the XLF.
Major Banks Suspend Traders for Forex Trading Collusion
A number of leading banks have suspended traders after a probe of London Forex trading uncovered possible collusion among traders.
3 Bank Stocks Crushing Earnings
Smaller bank stocks are seeing enormous fundamental improvements as the credit and real estate crises continue to fade into the rear-view mirror.
2 Small Bank Stocks With Huge Upside
These two small bank stocks might not make most investors' radar, but they should. Both are attractively valued, and even look attractive as buyout bait.
Volcker Rule – Banks’ Days of Crazy Profit Growth Are OVER
The Volcker Rule prohibits proprietary trading, and that could cost the eight biggest bank stocks anywhere from $8 billion to $10 billion in yearly pretax profits.
