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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

UK.EU

Jun 20, 2016 by John Maxfield

What Would a Brexit Vote Mean for Bank of America?

If the United Kingdom leaves the European Union, Bank of America’s earnings would likely fall over the next two years.

Jun 20, 2016 by John Maxfield

Why Shares of Bank of America Are Up on Monday

Polls showing that the United Kingdom is likely to vote in favor of remaining in the European Union pushed stocks higher to start out the week.

Chipotle - 2

Jun 19, 2016 by John Maxfield

Don’t Be Fooled: Chipotle Isn’t as Unhealthy as This Study Claims

While entrees at fast casual chains generally contain more calories than those at fast food restaurants, this only tells half the story.

Bank of America Headquarters

Jun 17, 2016 by John Maxfield

Why Bank of America's $16 Billion in Annual Profits Isn't Enough

Bank of America's CEO recently intimated that Bank of America earns more than enough money.

Chipotle1 (with caption)

Jun 17, 2016 by John Maxfield

Here's When Chipotle's Same-Store Sales Will Recover

Investors will likely have to wait until the beginning of 2017 to see Chipotle’s comparable sales return to positive territory.

BAC

Jun 16, 2016 by John Maxfield

This Chart Sums Up Bank of America's Profitability Problems

By requiring the nation’s biggest and most systematically important banks to hold more capital and liquidity, regulators are making it tough for banks to satisfy investors.

WFC - One Wells Fargo Tower

Jun 16, 2016 by John Maxfield

Wells Fargo Shares Are Getting Cheap

If you’re looking to pick up shares of Wells Fargo, now isn’t a bad time to do so.

Bank of America0 (with caption)

Jun 15, 2016 by John Maxfield

3 Reasons Bank of America's Shares Rose on Wednesday

After a rough start to June, banks stocks are showing signs of life.

Mobile Payment

Jun 12, 2016 by John Maxfield

Apple Pay: Why Wells Fargo and Bank of America Jumped on the Bandwagon

The two megabanks didn’t want to lose share of their customers’ wallets.

Gift

Jun 12, 2016 by John Maxfield

Here's How American Express Is Trying to Keep Costco Customers from Fleeing

American Express has started to aggressively advertise its Blue Cash Everyday Card in an effort to stem the loss of customers following the dissolution of its exclusive co-branded card deal with Costco.

Angel vs. Devil

Jun 11, 2016 by John Maxfield

Few Investors Think Bank of America's Stock Will Fall

Only a small percentage of Bank of America’s shares are sold short.

Rollercoaster

Jun 10, 2016 by John Maxfield

Why the Next 3 Weeks Are Critical for Bank of America

Between the upcoming stress tests and the Brexit vote in the United Kingdom, bank investors should assume the worst, and hope for the best.

Wells Fargo

Jun 10, 2016 by John Maxfield

4 Things Wells Fargo Wants You to Know

In a recent wide-ranging conversation, Tim Sloan shared a number of relevant details abut Wells Fargo's business.

Hurdles

Jun 10, 2016 by John Maxfield

This Is Bank of America’s Biggest Challenge

The financial giant is focusing hard on "delivering responsible growth." That's easier said than done.

Chipotle - 2

Jun 9, 2016 by John Maxfield

2 Reasons Chipotle’s Stock Tanked on Thursday

Media coverage of two studies appears to have fueled the fall in Chipotle’s stock price on Thursday.

Wall Street (with caption)

Jun 9, 2016 by John Maxfield

Why Is Wells Fargo Growing an Investment Bank?

Wells Fargo's presumptive heir apparent recently explained why.

Wells Fargo Center

Jun 9, 2016 by John Maxfield

Investors Know Better Than to Short Wells Fargo Stock

Wells Fargo has the lowest short interest ratio among large-cap bank stocks.

Bank of America3.1 (with caption)

Jun 8, 2016 by John Maxfield

Bank of America’s 2Q Earnings Will Benefit From Higher Trading Revenue, Says CEO

Here’s one reason to think that Bank of America’s second-quarter earnings will be better than the first quarter.

Devil

Jun 7, 2016 by John Maxfield

10 Most Hated Banks in America

These are the most heavily shorted stocks on the KBW Bank Index.

Jun 6, 2016 by John Maxfield

June 23 Is a Very Important Day for Bank of America and Citigroup

Could this be the day that finally sends these stocks soaring?

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