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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

Aug 22, 2017 by John Maxfield

Why We Were So, So Wrong About Wells Fargo

Everyone makes mistakes, but not many of us air them publicly. That's the theme of this week's "Industry Focus," starting with our prediction in 2015 that concerns about Wells Fargo's cross-selling culture were much ado about nothing.

Aug 21, 2017 by John Maxfield

A Foolish Take: Why Are Credit Card Interest Rates So High?

High interest rates charged on credit card balances help banks offset the elevated default rates associated with these types of loans.

Aug 14, 2017 by John Maxfield

A Foolish Take: The 2 Ways to Found a Company

The people who introduced Starbucks and McDonald’s to the wider world weren’t technically their founders.

Aug 13, 2017 by John Maxfield

Will This Rumored Move Repair Wells Fargo's Tainted Reputation?

The bank is expected to replace the chairman of its board of directors.

Aug 14, 2017 by John Maxfield

Chipotle's Biggest Problem Isn't What You Think It Is

The burrito chain is fighting against consumers' behavioral biases.

Aug 13, 2017 by John Maxfield

Buy Gold, Says the Chairman of World's Largest Hedge Fund

"If you don’t have 5-10% of your assets in gold as a hedge, we’d suggest that you relook at this," says Ray Dalio.

Aug 12, 2017 by John Maxfield

Bank of America Joins the Premium Rewards Card Game

The nation’s second biggest bank by assets has introduced a unique twist to the popular credit card category.

Aug 11, 2017 by John Maxfield

Is Mike Mayo Right About Citigroup?

The outspoken analyst is making waves with his latest call.

Aug 10, 2017 by John Maxfield

Keep Your Eyes on the VIX

The so-called fear index should be at the forefront of investors’ minds right now.

Jan 26, 2018 by John Maxfield

How Pinnacle Financial Partners Cracked the Nut on Rapid and Responsible Growth

The success of Pinnacle Financial Partners shows that rapid and responsible growth in the bank industry can go hand in hand.

Aug 10, 2017 by John Maxfield

Even Extraordinary Banks Make Mistakes

While New York Community Bancorp has created enormous wealth over the past quarter-century, a recent misstep has led investors to turn on it.

Aug 10, 2017 by John Maxfield

Here's Why Bank of America Wants Interest Rates to Rise

Borrowers may not rejoice at the prospect of higher interest rates, but banks certainly do.

Aug 9, 2017 by John Maxfield

2 Major Advantages in Owning Bank of America Stock Right Now

Why Bank of America's stock could have less downside in a market correction.

Aug 9, 2017 by John Maxfield

5 Highly Respected Investors Who Are Worried About the Market Right Now

Some of the world’s most successful hedge-fund managers, combined with Berkshire Hathaway’s Warren Buffett and Oaktree Capital Group’s Howard Marks, are starting to express concern about the stock market.

Aug 8, 2017 by John Maxfield

How Much Will Wells Fargo's Legal Problems Cost to Resolve?

The California-based bank just updated investors about its potential future legal liabilities.

Jun 8, 2021 by John Maxfield

Is Bank of America Stock a Buy Right Now for Value Investors?

Investing in banks has changed over the past decade, especially for the types of investors attracted to the industry.

Aug 7, 2017 by John Maxfield

A Foolish Take: The David That's Beating Goliaths in the Bank Industry

Pinnacle Financial Partners has amassed $20.9 billion in assets since starting from scratch 17 years ago.

Aug 5, 2017 by John Maxfield

A Conversation With Hugh McColl, the Former CEO of Bank of America

McColl is a legend in the bank industry. Here’s what the 82-year-old former bank executive thinks about it today.

Aug 4, 2017 by John Maxfield

A Conversation With John Allison, the CEO Who Led BB&T Through the Financial Crisis

The 68-year-old former bank executive navigated BB&T through the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression without recording a single quarterly loss.

Aug 4, 2017 by John Maxfield

A Conversation With Terry Turner, CEO of Pinnacle Financial Partners

Pinnacle Financial's CEO explains how the bank has produced industry-leading growth and shareholder returns since its founding in 2000.

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