BAC - Bank of America Corporation
| Previous Close | 30.32 |
| Open | 30.46 |
| Bid | 0.00 x 0 |
| Ask | 0.00 x 0 |
| Day's Range | 30.00 - 30.86 |
| 52 Week Range | 22.07 - 33.05 |
| Volume | 81,486,781 |
| Avg. Volume | 76,632,025 |
| Market Cap | 307.21B |
| Beta | 1.62 |
| PE Ratio (TTM) | 19.36 |
| EPS (TTM) | 1.56 |
| Earnings Date | Jul 16, 2018 |
| Forward Dividend & Yield | 0.48 (1.60%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2018-03-01 |
| 1y Target Est | 34.91 |
- Investopedia•2 days ago
With Mortgage Lending Slowing, Big Banks Turn to Apps
The mortgage lending market is starting to slow, particularly for large, national banks. As a result, a handful of them, including Bank of America Corporation ( BAC), Wells Fargo & Company ( WFC) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. ( JPM), are pouring tons of money into mortgage apps and websites, betting that this is the way to drive younger home buyers their way. The moves, highlighted in a Reuters report, are also aimed at eliminating errors in paperwork and making it easier and quicker for customers to get approved for a home loan.
- American City Business Journals•2 days ago
JPMorgan's push into Greater Washington means headaches for banks of all sizes
While the bank will more than likely compete with bigger banking giants for business, local banks could feel a recruitment squeeze, experts say.
- Forbes•2 days ago
Bank Of America And Harvard Kennedy School Announce The Council On The Responsible Use Of AI
Artificial intelligence is among the hottest topics across industries, and the advances in its use are stunning. Earlier this month, Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs and Bank of America announced the formation of The Council on the Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), a new effort to address critical questions surrounding this far-reaching and rapidly evolving application for data and technology. In a press release, Dan Schrag, Co-Director of the Belfer Center’s Science, Technology, and Public Policy Program noted, “Artificial intelligence and machine learning have potential to improve our lives in all sorts of exciting ways, but there are also risks.
- Simply Wall St.•2 days ago
Has BOA SA. (WSE:BOA) Improved Earnings In Recent Times?
When BOA SA. (WSE:BOA) announced its most recent earnings (31 December 2017), I did two things: looked at its past earnings track record, then look at what is happening inRead More...
Associated Press•2 days agoShanghai gets automated bank with VR, robots, face scanning
SHANGHAI (AP) — Missed paying dues on your Communist Party membership? There's a bank for that - and it's fully automated.
- Reuters•3 days ago
U.S. banks push mortgage apps as home lending slows
Bank of America Corp (BAC.N) has spent $1 billion on its digital banking services in the last six years and launched its lineup of techy mortgage products last week. Bank of America's app automatically fills in a customer's address, employment history and other information that the bank already has, cutting out hundreds of boxes customers would otherwise have to fill. Quicken Loans was the first to gain traction with digital home loans following its 2016 Rocket Mortgage launch.
- Market Realist•4 days ago
Is Morgan Stanley Fairly Valued?
Morgan Stanley (MS) stock has fallen 4.6% over the past three months and risen 28.7% over the past year. In comparison, the overall sector (XLF) has fallen 6.4% and risen 19.1%, respectively. The bank’s asset management offerings, interest income, and consistent trading revenue have continued to support its strong performance.
- Market Realist•4 days ago
How Wall Street Views Morgan Stanley after Its Strong Results
Wall Street analysts were upbeat about investment bankers (XLF) in 1Q18 due to an expected spike in trading. Major banks managed to beat estimates and the overall forecast for 2Q18 is lower.
Associated Press•5 days agoBig banks saved $3.6B in taxes last quarter under new law
The nation's six big Wall Street banks posted record, or near record, profits in the first quarter, and they can thank one person in particular: President Donald Trump. While higher interest rates allowed ...
Reuters•5 days agoU.S. banks push mortgage apps as home lending slows
Big U.S. banks are racing to launch websites and mobile apps to make getting a mortgage faster and easier, investments that may have modest near-term payoffs as home lending activity slows. Bank of America Corp (BAC.N) has spent $1 billion on its digital banking services in the last six years and launched its lineup of techy mortgage products last week. Wells Fargo & Co (WFC.N) rolled out its website and app service during the first quarter, and JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM.N), which is investing $1.4 billion in technology in 2018, plans to launch its offering later this year.
Market Realist•5 days agoMorgan Stanley’s Trading Revenue Rises
Morgan Stanley (MS) benefited from higher volatility and posted strong operating numbers. The bank’s Institutional Securities segment posted net income of $2.1 billion, compared with $1.7 billion in 1Q17. The segment’s top line rose to $6.1 billion from $5.2 billion in 1Q17, largely due to sales and trading amid higher market volatility.
- Investopedia•5 days ago
Big Banks Saved $3.6B in Q1 Under Trump Tax Cuts
The Republican tax overhaul, passed in December, has saved some of America's largest corporations billions in taxes. Financial institutions, among the first companies that typically ring in the corporate earnings season in the U.S., have historically paid some of the highest taxes due to their domestically centered business models. America's leading banks such as JPMorgan Chase & Co. ( JPM), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. ( GS) and Morgan Stanley ( MS) saw their tax rates fall below 17% and 23% for the January through March quarter.
Market Realist•5 days agoMorgan Stanley Posts Strong Numbers on Trading, Wealth
Morgan Stanley (MS) posted EPS (earnings per share) of $1.45 in 1Q18, higher than analysts’ estimate of $1.25 and its EPS of $1 in 1Q17. The investment bank benefited from market volatility and higher trading revenue across product offerings. It posted net revenue of $11.1 billion and net income of $2.6 billion, representing growth of 14% and 40%, respectively, helped by lower tax, higher trading, and improved efficiency.
- Zacks•5 days ago
Bank Stock Roundup: JPM, BofA, WFC & C Impress in Q1 Earnings
Investor sentiment remained upbeat on banks' Q1 earnings, with the major players displaying top-line strength on the back of higher rates and improved trading.
InvestorPlace•5 days agoFriday’s Vital Data: General Electric Company (GE), Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) and Bank of America Corp (BAC)
U.S. stock futures are mixed this morning. Wall Street is digesting another round of corporate earnings ahead of a potentially volatile political weekend.
Yahoo Finance•5 days agoWells Fargo hit with $1 billion fine
The CFPB and OCC fined Wells Fargo $1 billion relating to unfair practices with mortgage rate fixing and auto loan insurance.
- Market Realist•5 days ago
Why JPMorgan Chase Is Commanding Premium Valuations
JPMorgan Chase (JPM) stock has generated a return of 13.1% in the last six months and 29.0% in the last year. In comparison, the financial sector (XLF) has grown 5.1% in the last six months and 18.6% in the last year, respectively.
- Market Realist•5 days ago
How Analysts Are Rating JPMorgan Chase after Its 1Q18 Results
Wall Street analysts are maintaining their bullish outlook on US banks (XLF) amid trade wars, lower taxes, and a push for domestic manufacturing. Among major bankers, JPMorgan Chase (JPM) has garnered 13 “buys” or “strong buys” out of 28 analysts in April 2018. Thirteen analysts have recommended “holds” on JPMorgan, whereas one has given it an “underperform” rating, and one has given it a “sell.” JPMorgan Chase commands a one-year mean price target of $121.78 compared to its current price of $110.30, reflecting average growth.
- The Wall Street Journal•5 days ago
Growth in Banks’ ROEs Gets Boost From New Tax Law
While the banks' first-quarter ROEs were strong, a significant chunk of the strength stemmed not from growth in the banks' operations, but from the sharply lower tax rates they're now enjoying because ...
- InvestorPlace•6 days ago
Earnings Confirm Alcoa Corp Is in a Sweet Spot
Alcoa Corp (NYSE:AA) has posted its numbers, and the first-quarter earnings season is unofficially underway. After years of running on thin supplies that still managed to meet demand, the industry suddenly finds itself in a position where consumption could actually outpace the available supply of aluminum in the very near future. Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC) gave us its numbers on Monday and so did Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX).
- Investopedia•6 days ago
Merrill Lynch's New Incentive-Based Advisor Pay Worked Out in Q1
Merrill Lynch overhauled the compensation incentives for its brokers and advisors, and it has appeared to pay off in the first quarter.
- Bloomberg Video•2 hours ago
U.S. 10-Year to Reach 3.75 by Year End, Says Plurimi CIO
Apr.25 -- Patrick Armstrong, chief investment officer at Plurimi Wealth, and Kamal Sharma, director of G10 FX strategy at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, discuss the significance of the U.S. 10-year yield hitting 3% and where it can go from here. They speak with Mark Barton on "Bloomberg Surveillance."
- CNBC Videos•2 days ago
Bulls bet on AMD, this financial play
"Halftime Report" trader Pete Najarian spots unuaual options activity in Bank of America and AMD.
- Bloomberg Video•5 days ago
Why BofA's Moec Thinks a Hawkish Fed Is in Europe's Interest
Apr.20 -- Gilles Moec, chief European economist at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, discusses U.S. fiscal policy and the Fed. He speaks on "Bloomberg Markets" from the 2018 spring meeting of the IMF and World Bank Group in Washington.
Yahoo Finance Video•5 days agoWells Fargo pays major fine, Steve Madden beats on earnings, report hints at red flags regarding Apple sales
Wells Fargo, Steve Madden, Facebook, Apple, AT&T and Time Warner are the companies to watch.
