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Financial Stocks
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
The Ultimate Reality Show: Team Buffett vs. Team Icahn
Here's an idea for compelling reality TV -- with $11 billion at stake. Let's pit Warren Buffett's investing proteges against Carl Icahn's and see who comes out on top.
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.
Feds Profit on AIG, but TARP Is Still a Loss
Taken all together, the government bailouts may not be a moneymaker, but economically and socially they've been a success.
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.
Don’t Invest in Fortress Investment Group
Fortress Investment Group might have a 5% yield, but that rate can't last for a company with no profits and spotty revenues.
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.
