Jul 29, 2015 by John MaxfieldA Notable Shift in Bank of America’s Business ModelBank of America is quietly re-balancing its loan portfolios.
Jul 28, 2015 by John MaxfieldBy This Measure, Bank of America and Citigroup Are Screaming BuysIf you compare profitability to valuation, Bank of America and Citigroup look like today's best bank stocks.
Jul 28, 2015 by John Maxfield and Kristine HarjesThe Greatest Bank Business Model Out ThereWarren Buffett has highlighted two ways a commoditized business can find lasting competitive advantage -- and this bank exemplifies both.
Jul 28, 2015 by John MaxfieldA Smart Way to Think About Bank Stock Valuations"The techniques used for valuing bank stocks tend to be a moving target," explains bank analyst Richard Bove.
Jul 26, 2015 by John MaxfieldThe Court Case that Saved Bank of America $7.6 BillionWhen Bank of America recently reported its best earnings since the financial crisis, the biggest news involved a closely watched legal dispute in New York's highest court.
Jul 25, 2015 by John MaxfieldHere's Why Bank of America Loves the Credit Card BusinessIf managed prudently, the multiple streams of revenue that a credit card franchise offers can be very profitable.
Jul 24, 2015 by John MaxfieldWhy the CFPB Fined Citigroup $770 MillionThe upstart financial regulator evidently looks down on selling deceptive and unfair credit card add-on products.
Jul 24, 2015 by John MaxfieldThe 3 Most Likely Reasons Bank of America’s CFO Is LeavingAfter putting the pieces together, these seem to be the most reasonable explanations for why Bank of America's CFO is leaving.
Jul 22, 2015 by John MaxfieldBank of America Replaces Its CFO in Broad Management ShakeupCFO Bruce Thompson is retiring from Bank of America after five and a half years in the executive suite.
Jul 22, 2015 by John MaxfieldA Straightforward Analysis of New York Community Bancorp's 2Q EarningsIncome at the highly regarded bank rose on a year-over-year basis.
Jul 22, 2015 by John MaxfieldHere’s How Bank of America Gets to $30 per Share by 2016If analysts are right, Bank of America's stock could nearly double over the next 18 months.
Jul 21, 2015 by John MaxfieldThe Chart that Changed My Mind About Bank of AmericaBy comparing Bank of America's experience in the 1980s to today, investors can get a glimpse of what could be massive earnings in the not-too-distant future.
Jul 18, 2015 by John Maxfield2 Reasons to Believe Bank of America Has Finally Turned the CornerBank of America's executives have shifted their focus to growth as legal expenses recede thanks to a recent court ruling.
Jul 15, 2015 by John Maxfield5 Charts Reveal Bank of America's Breakout QuarterBank of America finally reported the earnings that shareholders have been waiting for.
Jul 15, 2015 by John MaxfieldBank of America Reports Best Quarter Since Financial CrisisShareholders are finally getting a hint of Bank of America's underlying earnings power.
Jul 14, 2015 by John MaxfieldWhat Today's Big Bank Earnings Mean for Bank of AmericaThree hints from JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo's latest results.
Jul 14, 2015 by John MaxfieldRevenue and Pre-Tax Earnings Fall at JPMorgan ChaseEarnings at the nation's biggest bank by assets fell despite an impressive drop in operating expenses.
Jul 14, 2015 by John MaxfieldWells Fargo Earnings: Higher Expenses Weigh on ProfitsNot surprisingly, low interest rates weighed on Wells Fargo's second-quarter earnings.
Jul 14, 2015 by John Maxfield and Kristine HarjesTwas the Night Before EarningsMajor U.S. banks start reporting earnings on July 14 -- how should a long-term investor approach them?
Jul 12, 2015 by John MaxfieldWells Fargo Second-Quarter Earnings: 4 Things to WatchIf you're an investor in Wells Fargo, here are four things you'll want to watch for when it reports earnings on July 14.