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
Mar 1, 2014
by John Maxfield
Obama Administration Says Stolen Money from Ukraine Isn’t Welcome Here
Billions of dollars in ill-gotten gains are likely to flow out of Ukraine now that its former president, Viktor Yanukovych, has been deposed. Where will the money go? Not to banks in the Western world warns the Obama Administration.
Mar 1, 2014
by John Maxfield
The 3 Most Important Numbers You're Overlooking at Bank of America
If you're an investor in Bank of America, you should ignore the headline figures that most analysts and commentators incessantly recycle to demonstrate its current condition. Instead, you should closely track these extremely basic figures that can be found in the bowels of the megabank's financial filings.
Feb 28, 2014
by John Maxfield
Taco Bell Will Soon Serve Breakfast Nationwide. And It Will Be Awesome.
Taco Bell announced on Monday that it will roll out its complete breakfast menu to all U.S. locations by March 27. If the reaction to the news is any indication, this could be an epic win for the popular Mexican-themed chain.
Feb 28, 2014
by John Maxfield
Why NASCAR Is the Most Important Sport in America
When it comes to a massive and exceptionally loyal fan base, NASCAR is without equal. But despite this, racing fans and consumers have yet to fully awaken from a financial crisis-induced slumber. Motley Fool contributor John Maxfield discusses this and whether or not Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s long-overdue victory at the Daytona 500 will serve as the much-needed agent of change.
Feb 26, 2014
by John Maxfield
Estimate of Future Legal Losses at Bank of America Reaches All-Time High
On Tuesday, the nation's second largest bank by assets reported that its estimate of future litigation-related losses is almost double its previously announced forecast. What was behind the change, and what does it mean for Bank of America shareholders?
Feb 23, 2014
by John Maxfield
Is Citigroup About to Increase Its Dividend by 400%?
With a slew of dividend announcements right around the corner, analysts have begun to speculate that Citigroup could hike its quarterly payout by as much as 400%. Is this accurate? Motley Fool contributor John Maxfield doesn't think so.
Feb 23, 2014
by John Maxfield
A Bogus Bid for Barnes & Noble?
Shares of Barnes & Noble soared on Friday after it was reported that a little-known asset management company is proposing to purchase a majority interest in its stock. But is the deal for real? Motley Fool contributor John Maxfield investigates.
Feb 23, 2014
by John Maxfield
Is Wells Fargo About to Raise Its Dividend?
With results from this year's Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review process due out in March, analysts are beginning to speculate about the likelihood that banks will increase their dividends this year. Where does Wells Fargo factor in? Motley Fool contributor John Maxfield answers this question.
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