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John Maxfield

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I write about banks, trying my best to balance the good and the bad.

Recent Articles by John Maxfield

Sep 1, 2016 by John Maxfield

The Biggest Change to Bank of America in the Past Decade

B of A's entire ethos has changed.

Aug 31, 2016 by John Maxfield

The Best Bank Stocks for Value Investors

If you're looking for cheap bank stocks, you need to see this list.

Aug 31, 2016 by John Maxfield and Gaby Lapera

Industry Focus Picks Our 4 Favorite Stocks Right Now

One in the much-troubled energy sector, another restaurateur headed for a rebound, and two very different regional banks.

Aug 30, 2016 by John Maxfield

What Do Analysts Think About Citigroup Stock?

They think it's a buy.

Aug 30, 2016 by John Maxfield

Why Does Wells Fargo's Stock Seem So Cheap Compared to Other Highly Profitable Banks?

Hint: It has to do with its size.

Aug 30, 2016 by John Maxfield

Why Bank of America's Shares Are Up 11% in August

Here are the two main catalysts.

Aug 27, 2016 by John Maxfield

Top 10 Bank Stocks Ranked by Profitability

Ever wonder which of the nation's biggest banks are the most profitable?

Aug 26, 2016 by John Maxfield

5 Bank Stocks That Yield More Than 3%

Income investors needn't look any further for the highest yielding bank stocks.

Aug 25, 2016 by John Maxfield

This Bank Stock Is Up 70% Since January

You'd never know it by considering where it's located and what industry it's heavily exposed to.

Oct 9, 2018 by John Maxfield

JPMorgan Chase Is 10 Times Bigger Than You Think It Is

The nation's biggest bank controls nearly $25 trillion worth of assets.

Aug 24, 2016 by John Maxfield

How Risky Is Citigroup Stock?

Shares of the New York City-based bank aren’t as risky as they seem.

Aug 24, 2016 by John Maxfield

What Do Analysts Think of Wells Fargo Stock?

They're bullish.

Aug 23, 2016 by John Maxfield

Is Bank of America a Good Stock for Retirees?

The answer depends on your needs and investment objectives.

Aug 20, 2016 by John Maxfield

This Is Why Wells Fargo Stock Is an Especially Enticing Investment Right Now

It offers an above-average yield without sacrificing growth potential.

Aug 20, 2016 by John Maxfield

Analysts Think You Should Buy Bank of America's Stock

B of A is the highest-rated big bank stock by analysts.

Aug 19, 2016 by John Maxfield

Why Activist Investors Have Steered Clear of Bank of America

The problem with Bank of America, from the standpoint of an activist investor, is that there ain't no quick fix.

Aug 18, 2016 by John Maxfield

Chipotle Isn't as Stupid as the Media Evidently Thinks It Is

Just because Chipotle says it doesn't know how much revenue it generated from the chain's latest promotional campaign, doesn't mean its executives don't know what they're doing.

Aug 18, 2016 by John Maxfield

If Alan Greenspan Is Right, Bank of America's Stock Could Soon Soar

The former Fed Chairman thinks interest rates are about to rise.

Aug 17, 2016 by John Maxfield

Should Bank of America Buy Back Stock?

As a general rule, banks should avoid using stock buybacks to create shareholder value. But right now, the exception to this rule seems to govern Bank of America's plan to buyback $5 billion worth of stock over the next 12 months.

Aug 13, 2016 by John Maxfield

Chart: Bank of America Is the Most Heavily Traded Bank Stock (by Far)

Bank of America's average daily trading volume is four times that of Citigroup's.

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