Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC), the US banking group, reported third-quarter net income of $6.9 billion after booking a $1.2 billion regulatory penalty, although rising interest income and wealth management fees supported stronger underlying performance. Net income fell from $8.3 billion a year earlier, while earnings per share dropped to 91 cents from $1.04, reflecting the cost of the settlement.
Bank of America BAC shares fell more than 5.5% in premarket trading Wednesday after the lender reported third-quarter earnings below Wall Street expectations, with a $1.21 billion regulatory penalty weighing on its financial results. The bank reported a 3.2% increase in revenue to $30.12 billion, falling short of analysts' expectations of $30.69 billion.
Plus: CVS health unit resolves illegal opioid prescription claims and drones struck two commercial ships sailing near NATO waters
Bank of America's stock falls as investor disappointment over the $1.2 billion government fine added to the bank's downbeat earnings report.
Bank of America profit hurt by $1.2 billion fine over anti-money laundering shortcomings
Comparing Bank of America and PNC Financial's NII growth, acquisitions, valuation and stock performance to see which bank offers more upside.
Executives at some of the country's biggest banks still see a lot to like about the economy, despite worries about stubborn inflation and rising rates as the war in Iran drags on.
Bank of America stock has come under pressure in the past two months, mirroring the performance of most banks in the US. After peaking at $65.07 in August, the stock pulled back to $54.58.
Bank of America is telling investors to buy BWX Technologies, DraftKings and Grocery Outlet Holdings before they report third-quarter results, backing each name with a different argument. The companies span nuclear components, sports betting and grocery retail, and share little beyond the timing of their earnings.
Big banks face rising-yield pressures ahead of earnings. Explore financial ETFs for diversified exposure as investors assess growth and risks.
The stock is trading down for the year. Along with the solid dividend, Bank of America stock has upside potential.
Bank of America faces a weaker Q3 outlook, but current valuation at 10.5x forward earnings offers renewed long positioning appeal. Q2 results were robust, with CET1 ratios well above regulatory minimums and preferred dividend coverage below 5%, supporting balance sheet strength. The Series L preferred shares are attractive again, yielding more than 6% and offering capital gains potential if BAC's common stock rebounds.