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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

Feb 23, 2014 by John Maxfield

The Coming 400% Boost at Bank of America

Shareholders in Bank of America have long waited for a increase in the bank's dividend. Is 2014 the year? According to analysts at Markit Group, the answer is "yes."

Feb 22, 2014 by John Maxfield

Legalized Marijuana: 9 Charts You Need to See

Make no mistake about it: These nine charts strongly suggest that legalized marijuana could be coming to a state near you.

Feb 22, 2014 by John Maxfield

10 Places That Extremely Rich People Call Home

Have you ever wondered where the world's richest people call home? If so, here are the 10 countries favored by households with more than $100 million in net worth.

Feb 22, 2014 by John Maxfield

2 Reasons the Gold Bubble Burst in 2013

There's little dispute that the gold bubble has officially burst. What's not as well understood, however, is what caused this to happen.

Feb 22, 2014 by John Maxfield

Best Buy Won't Survive This Invisible Threat

By all accounts, Best Buy is already struggling to compete against the likes of Amazon.com. That's why this building trend is extremely bad news for the struggling electronics retailer.

Feb 22, 2014 by John Maxfield

5 Dividend Stocks That Should Soar Next Month

2014 could end up being a very good year for a handful of dividend stocks. According a recent report by Markit Group, companies like Bank of America and Citigroup are expected to greatly increase their quarterly payouts.

Feb 21, 2014 by John Maxfield

Bank of America Gives CEO a $2 Million Raise. Does He Deserve It?

Bank of America became the latest bank on Wall Street to reward its top executive with a raise. But did CEO Brian Moynihan deserve it? Motley Fool contributor John Maxfield thinks so.

Oct 2, 2018 by John Maxfield

Here's Why Bill Gates Was So Much Richer Than Steve Jobs

Even though Bill Gates and Steve Jobs started massively successful technology companies, Gates' wealth ultimately exceeded Jobs' by a factor of six. Here's why.

Feb 19, 2014 by John Maxfield

Bank of America Scores a Critical Legal Victory

The nation's second largest bank by assets has made yet another step toward clearing the legal uncertainty from its stock.

Feb 19, 2014 by John Maxfield

What Happens When Hormones Run Rampant on Wall Street

Think Wall Street traders are immune to risk? That ice water runs through their veins? Think again.

Feb 16, 2014 by John Maxfield

38 Incredible Facts About the World’s Richest People

Everybody wants to be rich. So rich, in fact, that someday you too may end up included in a list like this.

Feb 16, 2014 by John Maxfield

The Obama Administration May Have Just Sparked a Marijuana Tidal Wave

On Friday, the federal government paved the way for banks to offer services to marijuana growers and sellers. The news could very well trigger a massive tidal wave of marijuana if lenders like Bank of America and Wells Fargo get behind it.

Feb 16, 2014 by John Maxfield

Wal-Mart Will Stop Selling Cigarettes -- It's Only a Matter of Time

The recent move by CVS Caremark to stop selling tobacco products is leaving many to wonder if or when Wal-Mart will follow suit.

Feb 16, 2014 by John Maxfield

1 Reason Bank Stocks Will Soar in the Future

While low interest rates are the bane of banks today, they will be a huge profit driver in the future. Here's why banks like Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and M&T Bank are positioned to benefit more from the inevitable rise in interest rates than their competitors.

Feb 15, 2014 by John Maxfield

62 Billion Reasons Bank of America Is Safer Today Than Ever Before

While Bank of America still has challenges ahead -- namely, cleaning up its remaining legal liability dating back to the financial crisis -- there are 62 billion reasons to have faith that it's a safer investment today than ever before.

Feb 15, 2014 by John Maxfield

Want to Be a Millionaire? Live in One of These 10 Countries

Is it easier to become a millionaire in some countries more than others? According to a recent report by The Boston Consulting Group, the answer appears to be yes.

Feb 15, 2014 by John Maxfield

The Supreme Court May Soon Take Away This Important Right

On March 5, the Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments in a case that could take away a 30-year-old right that Americans have come to rely on.

Feb 15, 2014 by John Maxfield

The Reason Steve Jobs Should Have Been a Wall Street Banker

While the late-Steve Jobs was a master at developing innovative technology, he also could have taught bankers a lot in the lead-up to the financial crisis.

Feb 13, 2014 by John Maxfield

Why Are High-Level Executives Fleeing Annaly Capital Management, Inc.?

In the past two weeks, one long-time board member and two high-level executives have informed Annaly Capital Management of their intention to leave. What's behind the exodus?

Feb 13, 2014 by John Maxfield

Is Amazon.com Secretly Raising Prices?

Gross margins at Amazon.com are increasing. Does this mean that consumers are paying higher prices for things like books and knife sets?

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