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With assets of around $80 billion, Comerica is primarily a relationship-based commercial bank headquartered in Dallas. In addition to Texas, Comerica's other primary geographies are California and Michigan, with locations also in Arizona and Florida and select businesses operating in several other states as well as Canada and Mexico.

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16 analysts have shared their evaluations of Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Comerica, revealing an average target of $74.44, a high estimate of $85.00, and a low estimate of $64.00. This current average has increased by 4.2% from the previous average price target of $71.44. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739282573_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The standing of Comerica among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>David George</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Manan Gosalia</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Shepard</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Winter</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Mcgratty</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David George</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Nash</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Elian</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nicholas Holowko</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>David Rochester</td>
<td>Compass Point</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
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<td>Christopher Mcgratty</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
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<td>Scott Siefers</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Nash</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David George</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Comerica. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Comerica compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Comerica's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Comerica's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CMA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Comerica analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Comerica's Background</h2>
With assets of around $80 billion, Comerica is primarily a relationship-based commercial bank headquartered in Dallas. In addition to Texas, Comerica's other primary geographies are California and Michigan, with locations also in Arizona and Florida and select businesses operating in several other states as well as Canada and Mexico.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Comerica</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Comerica's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 1.11%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Comerica's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 19.88%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Comerica's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.48%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Comerica's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 0.21%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Comerica's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.09.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Demystifying Comerica: Insights From 16 Analyst Reviews

Baird analyst David George maintains Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $75 to $80.

Baird Maintains Outperform on Comerica, Raises Price Target to $80

Throughout the last three months, 16 analysts have evaluated Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Comerica, revealing an average target of $73.75, a high estimate of $85.00, and a low estimate of $64.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 4.24% from the previous average price target of $70.75.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737666011_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Comerica. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Manan Gosalia</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Shepard</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Winter</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Mcgratty</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David George</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Nash</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Elian</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Goldberg</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Holowko</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Rochester</td>
<td>Compass Point</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Mcgratty</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Siefers</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Nash</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David George</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Mayo</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Pancari</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Comerica. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Comerica compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Comerica's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Comerica's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CMA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Comerica analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Comerica Better</h2>
With assets of around $80 billion, Comerica is primarily a relationship-based commercial bank headquartered in Dallas. In addition to Texas, Comerica's other primary geographies are California and Michigan, with locations also in Arizona and Florida and select businesses operating in several other states as well as Canada and Mexico.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Comerica's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Comerica's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -9.49% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Comerica's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 21.82% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Comerica's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.78%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Comerica's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.22%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.97.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Comerica Through 16 Analysts

Morgan Stanley analyst Manan Gosalia maintains Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $76 to $71.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Comerica, Lowers Price Target to $71

RBC Capital analyst Karl Shepard maintains Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $78 to $76.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Comerica, Lowers Price Target to $76

DA Davidson analyst Peter Winter maintains Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $71 to $67.

DA Davidson Maintains Neutral on Comerica, Lowers Price Target to $67

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Christopher Mcgratty maintains Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $82 to $77.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Outperform on Comerica, Lowers Price Target to $77

Baird analyst David George maintains Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $80 to $75.

Baird Maintains Outperform on Comerica, Lowers Price Target to $75

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Comerica shares are trading lower after the company reported Q4 adjusted EPS and revenue that missed analyst estimates.

Comerica Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) shares are trading lower in premarket Wednesday after the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000028412/000002841225000005/cma-20250122.htm" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter FY24 earnings result</a>.
The financial services company reported a fourth-quarter revenue increase of 5.5% to $825 million, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $837.98 million.
Net interest income increased $41 million to $575 million quarter-on-quarter, reflecting a strategic growth in core interest-bearing deposits and relationship-focused pricing.
Adjusted EPS of $1.20 also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">missed the consensus estimate of $1.28.</a>
Average loans in the fourth quarter amounted to $50.62 billion and the return on average assets stood at 0.85%. Efficiency ratio for the quarter was 69.51.
Nonperforming assets increased $58 million to $308 million, or 0.61% of total loans and foreclosed property, compared to 0.50% in the third quarter of 2024.
The company held $850 in cash and equivalents as of December 31, 2024.
Curtis C. Farmer, Comerica Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated, &#8220;As expected, loans were pressured by paydowns in Commercial Real Estate, but we saw promising signals across other businesses that support our outlook for growth in 2025. Although some uncertainty remains, we believe customer sentiment is generally more optimistic about the future of the economy and plans for increased investment in their businesses.&#8221;
Outlook: Comerica <a target="_blank" href="https://www.sec.gov/ix?doc=/Archives/edgar/data/0000028412/000002841225000005/cma-20250122.htm" rel="noreferrer noopener">sees </a>FY25 net interest income growth of 6% &#8211; 7%, including the impact of BSBY cessation.
For the first quarter, the company expects net interest income to decline 1% &#8211; 2% sequentially, including the impact of BSBY cessation.
The company targets share repurchases at approximately <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">$50 million in the first quarter of 2025</a>.
Price Action: CMA shares traded lower by 1.78% at $65.20 in premarket at the last check Wednesday.
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Guidance

Movers

Comerica Q4 Earnings: Revenue And EPS Fall Short Amid Loan Pressures, Eyes 2025 Growth

Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) reported quarterly adjusted earnings of $1.20 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.26 by 4.76 percent. This is a 17.81 percent decrease over earnings of $1.46 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $825.00 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $837.57 million by 1.50 percent. This is a 5.50 percent increase over sales of $782.00 million the same period last year.

Earnings Misses

Comerica Q4 Adj $1.20 Misses $1.26 Estimate, Sales $825.00M Miss $837.57M Estimate

<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• HDFC Bank (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HDB#NYSE">HDB</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.49 per share on revenue of $422.93 billion. 
• Travelers Companies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRV#NYSE">TRV</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $6.61 per share on revenue of $10.80 billion. 
• Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.86 per share on revenue of $21.59 billion. 
• Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.26 per share on revenue of $837.57 million. 
• GE Vernova (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEV#NYSE">GEV</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.37 per share on revenue of $10.70 billion. 
• Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $2.02 per share on revenue of $22.45 billion. 
• Textron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.28 per share on revenue of $3.27 billion. 
• Teledyne Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDY#NYSE">TDY</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $5.23 per share on revenue of $1.45 billion. 
• TE Connectivity (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEL#NYSE">TEL</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.89 per share on revenue of $3.91 billion. 
• OFG Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OFG#NYSE">OFG</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.96 per share on revenue of $176.15 million. 
• F N B (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FNB#NYSE">FNB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.33 per share on revenue of $408.00 million. 
• LG Display Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LPL#NYSE">LPL</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.01 per share on revenue of $5.87 billion. 
• HBT Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBT#NASDAQ">HBT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.58 per share on revenue of $57.48 million. 
• Halliburton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.70 per share on revenue of $5.63 billion. 
• BankUnited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKU#NYSE">BKU</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.72 per share on revenue of $261.25 million. 
• United Community Banks (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UCB#NYSE">UCB</a>) is likely to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Abbott Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABT#NYSE">ABT</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.34 per share on revenue of $11.04 billion. 
• Commerce Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBSH#NASDAQ">CBSH</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.89 per share on revenue of $417.18 million. 
• Ally Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALLY#NYSE">ALLY</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.64 per share on revenue of $2.01 billion. 
• Amphenol (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APH#NYSE">APH</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.50 per share on revenue of $4.06 billion. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• Triumph Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFIN#NASDAQ">TFIN</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.25 per share on revenue of $108.44 million. 
• Steel Dynamics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.63 per share on revenue of $3.98 billion. 
• Origin Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OBK#NYSE">OBK</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $87.75 million. 
• Old Second Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OSBC#NASDAQ">OSBC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.48 per share on revenue of $59.62 million. 
• Wesbanco (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WSBC#NASDAQ">WSBC</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.55 per share on revenue of $156.42 million. 
• First Internet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INBK#NASDAQ">INBK</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.91 per share on revenue of $24.88 million. 
• NVE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVEC#NASDAQ">NVEC</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its third quarter. 
• Univest Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UVSP#NASDAQ">UVSP</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.57 per share on revenue of $73.45 million. 
• SL Green Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLG#NYSE">SLG</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.53 per share on revenue of $156.30 million. 
• Cohen &amp; Steers (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNS#NYSE">CNS</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.81 per share on revenue of $140.72 million. 
• Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.33 per share on revenue of $4.13 billion. 
• Knight-Swift (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KNX#NYSE">KNX</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.33 per share on revenue of $1.88 billion. 
• Equity Bancshares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQBK#NYSE">EQBK</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.91 per share on revenue of $55.96 million. 
• RLI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RLI#NYSE">RLI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.04 per share on revenue of $435.02 million. 
• CACI International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CACI#NYSE">CACI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $5.23 per share on revenue of $2.02 billion. 
• Eagle Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGBN#NASDAQ">EGBN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.49 per share on revenue of $74.67 million. 
• Hexcel (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HXL#NYSE">HXL</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.53 per share on revenue of $480.50 million. 
• National Bank Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBHC#NYSE">NBHC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.79 per share on revenue of $107.38 million. 
• QCR Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCRH#NASDAQ">QCRH</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.73 per share on revenue of $96.56 million. 
• Cathay General (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CATY#NASDAQ">CATY</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.09 per share on revenue of $185.11 million. 
• Bankwell Finl Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BWFG#NASDAQ">BWFG</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.65 per share on revenue of $22.12 million. 
• Third Coast Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCBX#NASDAQ">TCBX</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.53 per share on revenue of $41.96 million. 
• Plexus (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLXS#NASDAQ">PLXS</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.55 per share on revenue of $980.53 million. 
• Live Oak Bancshares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOB#NYSE">LOB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.54 per share on revenue of $131.10 million. 
• Amerant Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMTB#NYSE">AMTB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.36 per share on revenue of $100.68 million. 
• Horizon Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBNC#NASDAQ">HBNC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.37 per share on revenue of $62.78 million. 
• Cadence Bank (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CADE#NYSE">CADE</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.68 per share on revenue of $457.77 million. 
• Colony Bankcorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBAN#NYSE">CBAN</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $28.90 million. 
• Banner (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BANR#NASDAQ">BANR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.21 per share on revenue of $156.09 million. 
• Alcoa (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.91 per share on revenue of $3.29 billion. 
• Discover Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFS#NYSE">DFS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $3.26 per share on revenue of $4.39 billion. 
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Earnings Scheduled For January 22, 2025

Goldman Sachs analyst Ryan Nash downgrades Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) from Buy to Neutral and lowers the price target from $85 to $71.

Downgrades

Goldman Sachs Downgrades Comerica to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $71

Regional banks still have room to run and thrive even as it is &#8220;easy to overstate the advantage&#8221; for big banks, says Truist Securities in its latest note, highlighting three key paths for regional banks to succeed.
What Happened: Big banks have clear economies of scale, and they have been re-rated relative to small banks with the top five U.S. banks holding about 47% market share for a decade. According to the Truist Securities note, dated Jan. 6, the big banks are in a better position, but at the same time, individual regionals can position themselves to thrive.
Truist initiated coverage on 14 regional financial companies outlining three key strategies relating to pace, magnitude, and quality for the regional banks to remain competitive.
<ul>
<li>Differentiated Growth: Focus on unique and sustainable growth opportunities via differentiated customer base, a different form of fee Income and a niche business with competitive moat. </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Disciplined Capital Allocation: Efficiently deploy capital to support growth and enhance shareholder value.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Navigating the Evolving Landscape: Adapt to changing market conditions, including interest rates, yield curve shifts, loan and deposit growth, and commercial real estate market dynamics.&#8221;</li>
</ul>
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<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Regional Banks</td>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>Price Target</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITB#NASDAQ">FITB</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Huntington Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBAN#NASDAQ">HBAN</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>M&amp;T Bank (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$233</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wintrust Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTFC#NASDAQ">WTFC</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$151</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Citizens Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CFG#NYSE">CFG</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$49</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Comerica Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$65</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$2,303</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KeyCorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEY#NYSE">KEY</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Regions Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RF#NYSE">RF</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$25</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<td>Cards</td>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>Price Target</td>
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<tr>
<td>Ally Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALLY#NYSE">ALLY</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>American Express (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$350</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capital One Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$229</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Discover Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFS#NYSE">DFS</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$233</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Synchrony Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYF#NYSE">SYF</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$72</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/01/42867184/yield-curve-normalization-cheap-valuation-eps-growth-to-boost-banks-in-2025-truist-initiates-coverage-on-these-14-regional-names">Yield Curve Normalization, Cheap Valuation, EPS Growth To Boost Banks In 2025: Truist Initiates Coverage On These 14 Regional Names</a>
Why It Matters: The three listed key paths for regional banks and card companies to thrive can be differentiated and linked to the stocks as mentioned by Truist in their research note.
Differentiated Growth Stories
<ul>
<li>Differentiated Customer Base: American Express Co has an exclusive high-end customer base, which would require an investment of over $100 billion to replicate, according to Truist. On the other hand, Fifth Third Bancorp has a unique ability to organically build a strong deposit market share.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Differentiated Form of Fee Income: Capital One Financial Corp has seen an expansion of network revenues following the acquisition of Discover. While, KeyCorp&#8217;s leading regional investment banking franchise will be favored by given the potential for increased deal activity driven by the Federal Reserve&#8217;s interest rate cuts and anticipated political changes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Niche Business with Competitive Moat: Wintrust Financial Corp secures a dominant position in the highly profitable insurance premium finance market. Whereas, Huntington Bancshares Inc&#8216;s differentiated approach, including its expansion into new lending areas, will support its continued strong performance in loan, deposit, and fee growth across high-quality markets.</li>
</ul>
Disciplined Capital Deployment
<ul>
<li>Another way in which the regional banks could thrive includes a disciplined capital deployment which typically follows organic growth first, followed by dividends and buybacks, and potentially mergers and acquisitions. However, the key lies not in the order itself, but in the flexibility and agility with which banks can adjust their capital allocation strategy in response to evolving company, industry, and macroeconomic conditions.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Truist believes some banks are attractively valued for share repurchases. M&amp;T Bank Corp&#8216;s CFO in a recent conference hinted at higher buybacks in 2025.</li>
</ul>
Navigating The Evolving Landscape
<ul>
<li>According to Truist, it&#8217;s not unusual for multiple challenges to arise simultaneously. The current environment has witnessed sluggish loan and deposit growth amidst rapid interest rate hikes. However, it is anticipated that at least some of these headwinds will begin to abate in the coming year, leading to a more favorable environment for the banking sector</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>CRE Valuation: Banks with significant commercial real estate exposure in high-growth, high-income markets, such as Fifth Third and Huntington, are well-positioned for future CRE origination opportunities. M&amp;T and Citizens Financial Group Inc. will also benefit from an eventual improvement in market conditions.</li>
</ul>
Read Next:
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<li><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42836744/baby-its-cold-outside-these-5-winter-ready-stocks-have-what-it-takes-to-make-you-feel-warm-and-cozy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baby, It's Cold Outside: These 5 Winter-Ready Stocks Have What It Takes To Make You Feel Warm And Cozy</a></li>
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Regional Banks Can Thrive Despite Big Bank Dominance: Truist Securities Highlights Three Key Paths For Thriving Regional Banks

Analysts at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/truist-securities">Truist Securities</a> initiated coverage on 24 large-cap, regional, and trust banks, as well as credit card companies. They anticipate strong earnings growth over the next two years, projecting an annual increase of 12-15% fueled by factors like improving loan growth, a steeper yield curve, and ample capital for expansion.
What Happened: Forecasting a favorable environment for banks in 2025 and 2026, the analysts at Truist foresee a less stringent regulatory environment, with more clarity and flexibility for banks regarding mergers and acquisitions, and the deployment of excess capital.
The note highlighted that the banking stocks were de-rated during the first two years of Trump 1.0 because the yield curve was flattened and late-cycle macro concerns surfaced, even as the administration enacted bank-friendly tax reform and regulatory tailoring. However, according to the brokerage, a little Fed easing and a steeper curve are necessary for the stocks to be re-rated and two rate cuts are expected in 2025, as hinted by Fed during their December meeting. 
According to Truist, while bank valuations have increased, they remain relatively attractive compared to historical levels. They currently trade at a price-to-book value (P/TBV) below their post-financial crisis average, and at a significant discount to the broader market. The note adds that given the current market valuations, bank stocks appear undervalued relative to the S&amp;P 500.
However, despite Truist beliefs that the sector offers attractive opportunities, careful stock selection is crucial according to them. &#8220;While we're not at &#8216;close your eyes and buy ‘em levels,&#8217; we still see attractive opportunities across the sector and view stock selection as increasingly important,&#8221; the note said.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42836744/baby-its-cold-outside-these-5-winter-ready-stocks-have-what-it-takes-to-make-you-feel-warm-and-cozy">Baby, It&#8217;s Cold Outside: These 5 Winter-Ready Stocks Have What It Takes To Make You Feel Warm And Cozy</a>
Why It Matters: Truist&#8217;s coverage on 24 financial stocks is spread across three subgroups namely, large-cap, regional, and trust banks, which is initiated with a positive outlook.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Large-Cap Banks</h3>
The research note examines long-term investment potential of large U.S. banks as these institutions possess significant advantages, including, &#8220;embedded offense&#8221; with the presence of strong existing businesses and customer relationships.
It also anticipates cyclical tailwinds and capital leverage for such banks given a favorable economic environment and the ability to effectively utilize capital for growth.
These factors position large U.S. banks to achieve organic growth by the expansion of core businesses, double-digit earnings growth and an attractive returns on equity.
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<td>Large Cap Banks</td>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>Price Target</td>
</tr>
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<td>Bank of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$52</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Citigroup (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wells Fargo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$82</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$260</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PNC Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNC#NYSE">PNC</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$215</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>US Bancorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$54</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Regional Banks And Cards</h3>
Truist also initiated coverage on 14 regional financial companies outlining three key strategies for regional banks to remain competitive.
<ul>
<li>Differentiated Growth: Focus on unique and sustainable growth opportunities.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Disciplined Capital Allocation: Efficiently deploy capital to support growth and enhance shareholder value.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Navigating the Evolving Landscape: Adapt to changing market conditions, including interest rates, yield curve shifts, loan and deposit growth, and commercial real estate market dynamics.</li>
</ul>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Regional Banks</td>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>Price Target</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITB#NASDAQ">FITB</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Huntington Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBAN#NASDAQ">HBAN</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>M&amp;T Bank (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$233</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wintrust Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTFC#NASDAQ">WTFC</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$151</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Citizens Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CFG#NYSE">CFG</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$49</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Comerica Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$65</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$2,303</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KeyCorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEY#NYSE">KEY</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Regions Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RF#NYSE">RF</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$25</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Cards</td>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>Price Target</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ally Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALLY#NYSE">ALLY</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>American Express (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$350</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capital One Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$229</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Discover Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFS#NYSE">DFS</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$233</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Synchrony Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYF#NYSE">SYF</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$72</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trust Banks And Capital Markets</h3>
Truist anticipates gradual interest rate decreases, the eventual end of quantitative tightening, and a healthy economy and capital markets providing a competitive landscape to trust banks.
According to the analysts, investors should prioritize stocks with the potential for sustained operating leverage. Which is the ability to increase profitability significantly with relatively small increases in revenue. And stocks with strong capital returns, with high levels of income through dividends and share buybacks.
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Trust Banks And Capital Markets</td>
<td>Rating</td>
<td>Price Target</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bank of New York Mellon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BK#NYSE">BK</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$91</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Schwab (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHW#NYSE">SCHW</a>)</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$86</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Northern Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTRS#NASDAQ">NTRS</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>State Street (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STT#NYSE">STT</a>)</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$106</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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Yield Curve Normalization, Cheap Valuation, EPS Growth To Boost Banks In 2025: Truist Initiates Coverage On These 14 Regional Names

JP Morgan analyst Anthony Elian maintains Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $73 to $70.

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A stronger lending environment, stable credit and renewed confidence in valuations could set the stage for a multiyear rally on U.S. regional banks, with some analysts predicting up to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/regional-banks">20% upside in 2025.</a>
Three major investment banks — JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co., Bank of America and Goldman Sachs — released fresh outlooks on regional banks Tuesday, issuing rating changes, top stock picks and sector recommendations for 2025.
Overall, analysts at all three firms are optimistic. Goldman Sachs analyst Ryan Nash, for example, highlighted several factors likely to improve sector fundamentals in 2025:
<ul>
<li>Loan Growth Recovery: While still slow, loan growth is expected to accelerate to 6%-7% by the second half of 2025 as corporations resume borrowing.</li>
<li>Net Interest Income Growth: A steeper yield curve and the repricing of fixed-rate assets are anticipated to boost NII. Nash expects margins to expand from the current 3.03% to 3.31% in 2025.</li>
<li>Fee Income Rebound: Treasury management, payments, and capital markets are set to improve, helping banks diversify revenue streams.</li>
<li>Stable Credit Conditions: Credit losses, measured by net charge-offs, are projected to remain flat or decline, while reserves could decrease as economic clarity improves.</li>
</ul>
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<li></li>
</ol>
According to Nash, the stocks of regional banks are trading at approximately 11.5 times estimated 2025 earnings—near their historical averages but with room for valuation expansion. 
The sector could generate returns on tangible common equity of 14%-15%, compared to 16% pre-2023.
This suggests the group could rise as much as 20% next year, according to Goldman Sachs, assuming the market gains confidence in forward earnings.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Goldman Sachs: Upgrades Zions, Downgrades Comerica</h3>
Goldman Sachs upgraded Zions Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZION#NASDAQ">ZION</a>) from Neutral to Buy. The firm predicts a significant upside for the stock, with shares potentially reaching $70 in 2025.
Goldman downgraded Comerica Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) from Buy to Neutral, citing challenges in deposit management, fee income pressure, and elevated expense growth. Comerica's margins are expected to improve in 2025. But Nash sees limited upside, with shares already trading near their fair value of $70.
Goldman's top picks for 2025 include Truist Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFC#NYSE">TFC</a>), Regions Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RF#NYSE">RF</a>), KeyCorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEY#NYSE">KEY</a>) and Citizens Financial Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CFG#NYSE">CFG</a>).
Analysts remain positive on Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITB#NASDAQ">FITB</a>), Huntington Bancshares Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBAN#NASDAQ">HBAN</a>) and First Citizens BancShares Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Case For Valuation Upside</h3>
JPMorgan Chase analysts are similarly bullish, indicating that regional banks are trading at just 1.4x their projected 2025 tangible book value, below the 1.8-2x historical range.
Anthony Elian, a JPMorgan analyst, said regional banks&#8217; valuations appear favorable relative to the broader market.
&#8220;While inflation remains above target, the steeper yield curve coupled with gradual rate cuts should serve as a favorable backdrop for regional banks,&#8221; Elian said. 
He expects the sector to attract more interest from generalist investors in 2025, further supporting valuations.
JPMorgan identified several regional banks with strong upside potential, including First Horizon Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FHN#NYSE">FHN</a>), Synovus Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNV#NYSE">SNV</a>) and Pinnacle Financial Partners Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNFP#NASDAQ">PNFP</a>). These names are expected to benefit from rebounding loan demand, robust deposit bases, and favorable capital return dynamics.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Improving Regulatory Environment </h3>
Bank of America analyst Ebrahim H. Poonawala also indicated that regional banks are poised to outperform the broader market in 2025, citing stronger earnings growth, discounted valuations, and a more predictable regulatory environment.
While Wells Fargo &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) remains BofA's top pick, the bank also flagged KeyCorp and Huntington Bancshares Inc. as preferred names within regional banks.
The analyst highlighted a favorable backdrop for small- and mid-cap regional banks, particularly those with exposure to rebounding loan demand and capital return opportunities. 
Among these, BofA sees First Horizon Corp. and Synovus as potentially strong performers.
Bank of America highlights that looser regulation is a positive tailwind for the sector.
&#8220;Headlines tied to regulatory&nbsp;changes&nbsp;(once Trump appointees take charge)&nbsp;could kick-in as a positive catalyst&nbsp;for stocks,&#8221; Poonawala said. 
&#8220;We see Fed Vice Chair Michael Barr&#8216;s decision to step down from his position as vice chair of supervision as the opening act.&nbsp;End to Fed&#8217;s QT&nbsp;program&nbsp;could also&nbsp;serve&nbsp;as a positive for deposit growth/pricing,&#8221; he added. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reactions</h3>
The SPDR S&amp;P Regional Banking ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRE#NYSE">KRE</a>) was 0.4% lower on Tuesday, while the Invesco KBW Bank ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBWB#NASDAQ">KBWB</a>) rose by 0.5%. 
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Are Regional Banks The Next Big Opportunity? Why Wall Street Analysts Expect Multiyear Rally

Barclays analyst Jason Goldberg maintains Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $66 to $68.

Barclays Maintains Underweight on Comerica, Raises Price Target to $68

Regional bank stocks have been on a tear since the 2024 U.S. election, with the SPDR S&amp;P Regional Banking ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRE#NYSE">KRE</a>) climbing about 10% versus the broader <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42536512/market-breadth-worsens-as-tech-giants-break-free-from-sp-500-reality-is-this-bullish-or-bearish-for-2025">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s 5% gain. </a>
Despite this already strong outperformance, JPMorgan analysts, led by Anthony Elian, CFA, see more upside.
The key drivers? A potential Trump administration's pro-business stance, easing regulation and a favorable interest rate backdrop.
In a note shared with clients on Tuesday, Elian indicated that investors — long on the sidelines due to frustrations such as regulation, rising deposit costs and the Spring 2023 banking turmoil — are beginning to show renewed interest in the sector.
&#8220;Our optimism for the group is not only driven by the likelihood of improving fundamentals next year in areas such as loan growth, deposit growth, and NIM expansion, but also tied to the fact that dozens of generalists and long only investors that we have spoken to since the election are showing increasing interest in the group but have not yet pulled the buy trigger en masse,&#8221; Elian said.
In essence, analysts at the U.S. largest investment bank are bullish on regional banks heading into 2025, with a strong case for 20% upside. 
Here's where they'd put $1,000 to work.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Why 2025 Could Be A Breakout Year For Regionals</h1>
According to JPMorgan, key catalysts driving stock gains across the industry next year include:
<ul>
<li>A revival in loan growth spurred by onshoring trends.</li>
<li>A deregulatory push from the upcoming Donald Trump&#8216;s administration, particularly if Basel III Endgame proposals are halted.</li>
<li>Improved M&amp;A activity, with banks like Comerica Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>), First Horizon Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FHN#NYSE">FHN</a>), and Zions Bancorporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZION#NASDAQ">ZION</a>) potentially benefiting.</li>
<li>Lower corporate taxes supporting bottom-line profitability.</li>
<li>A steep yield curve and the Fed's expected rate cuts in 2025, which could reduce deposit costs and boost Net Interest Margins (NIM).</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Rate Cuts, Deposit Costs: A Big Win For Banks</h1>
JPMorgan highlights that deposit costs, which are tied to the Fed funds rate, remain critical to bank profitability.
As of the third quarter of 2024, the median cost of interest-bearing deposits stood at 3.5%, with higher-paying banks like Texas Capital Bancshares Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCBI#NASDAQ">TCBI</a>), Flagstar Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLG#NYSE">FLG</a>) and Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) above 4%.
Banks paying higher rates have the most room to benefit as the Fed eases monetary policy in 2025. 
Lower-beta deposits, like those at First Hawaiian Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FHB#NASDAQ">FHB</a>) and Webster Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBS#NYSE">WBS</a>), offer less flexibility for adjustments. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">JPMorgan's $1,000 Allocation Strategy</h1>
For retail investors looking to capitalize on regional bank momentum, JPMorgan provides a clear allocation breakdown:
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Stock</th>
<th>Allocation ($)</th>
<th>Rating</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAL#NYSE">WAL</a>)</td>
<td>$110</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>)</td>
<td>$105</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pinnacle Financial Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNFP#NASDAQ">PNFP</a>)</td>
<td>$102</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Synovus Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNV#NYSE">SNV</a>)</td>
<td>$94</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Webster Financial Corp. </td>
<td>$92</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Valley National Bancorp </td>
<td>$90</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Zions Bancorp. </td>
<td>$80</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Horizon Corp. </td>
<td>$78</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Comerica Inc. </td>
<td>$65</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Flagstar Financial </td>
<td>$62</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Columbia Banking System (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COLB#NASDAQ">COLB</a>)</td>
<td>$40</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>First Hawaiian Inc. </td>
<td>$30</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Texas Capital Bancshares </td>
<td>$30</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Top Picks For 2025</h1>
JPMorgan highlights Western Alliance Corp, First Citizens BancShares and Pinnacle Financial Partners Inc. its top picks for regional banks in 2025, citing their relative strength in loan growth, cost efficiency and positioning for upside.
JPMorgan also rates Synovus Financial Corp., Webster Financial Corp. and Valley National Bancorp at Overweight, pointing to solid fundamentals and opportunities for growth.
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How To Invest $1,000 In Regional Banks For 2025: Top Wall Street Analyst Reveals His Top Picks

UBS analyst Nicholas Holowko assumes Comerica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>) with a Sell rating and raises Price Target to $64.

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<a href=""https://www.benzinga.com/topic/truist-securities"">트루이스트 증권</a>의 애널리스트들은 24개의 대형은행, 지역은행, 신탁은행과 신용카드 회사에 대한 커버리지를 개시했다. 이들은 향후 2년간 강력한 수익 성장을 예상하며 대출 성장률 개선, 가파른 수익률 곡선, 충분한 자본 확충 등의 요인에 힘입어 연간 12~15%의 수익 증가를 예상하고 있다.
무슨 일 있었나: 2025년과 2026년에 은행에 우호적인 환경이 조성될 것으로 전망한 트루이스트 애널리스트들은 은행의 인수합병과 초과 자본의 활용에 관한 규제 환경이 보다 명확하고 유연해지면서 은행에 유리할 것으로 예상했다.
이번 메모는 행정부가 은행 친화적인 세제 개혁과 규제 조정을 시행했음에도 불구하고 수익률 곡선이 평평해지고 경기 후반기 거시적 우려가 부각되면서 트럼프 1기 행정부의 첫 2년 동안 은행주에 대한 투자의견이 하향 조정되었음을 강조했다. 그러나 트루이스트에 따르면 연준이 12월 회의에서 암시한 것처럼 주식이 재평가되기 위해서는 약간의 양적완화와 가파른 곡선이 필요하며, 2025년에 두 차례 금리 인하가 예상된다.
트루이스트에 따르면, 은행 밸류에이션은 상승했지만 과거 수준에 비해 여전히 상대적으로 매력적이다. 현재 은행은 금융위기 이후 평균보다 낮은 주가순자산비율(P/TBV)로 거래되고 있으며, 시장 전체에 비해 상당히 할인된 가격에 거래 중이다. 해당 메모는 현재 시장 밸류에이션을 고려할 때 은행 주식은 S&amp;P 500 지수에 비해 저평가된 것으로 보인다고 덧붙였다.
하지만 트루이스트는 은행 업종이 매력적인 기회를 제공하지만 신중한 종목 선택이 중요하다고 강조한다. "우리는 &#8216;눈 감고 사자&#8217; 수준은 아니지만, 여전히 섹터 전반에 걸쳐 매력적인 기회를 보고 있다. 주식 선택이 점점 더 중요해지고 있다고 생각한다.&#8221;
왜 중요한가: 24개 금융주에 대한 트루이스트의 커버리지 개시는 대형은행, 지역은행, 신탁은행의 세 가지 하위 그룹으로 나뉘며, 긍정적인 전망으로 시작된다.
<h3>대형은행</h3>
해당 리서치 메모는 미국 대형은행의 장기 투자 잠재력을 검토한다. 대형은행 기관은 강력한 기존 비즈니스와 고객 관계를 보유한 &#8216;내재된 공격&#8217;을 포함한 상당한 이점을 보유하고 있다.
또한 우호적인 경제 환경과 성장을 위해 자본을 효과적으로 활용할 수 있는 능력을 고려할 때 대형은행이 주기적인 순풍과 자본 레버리지를 기대할 수 있을 것으로 예상한다.
이러한 요인으로 인해 미국 대형은행들은 핵심 비즈니스의 확장을 통한 유기적 성장, 두 자릿수 수익 성장, 매력적인 자기자본 수익률을 달성할 수 있을 것으로 보인다.
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<table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>대형은행</td>
<td>투자의견</td>
<td>목표주가</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>뱅크오브아메리카 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$52</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>씨티그룹 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$85</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>웰스파고 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$82</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JP모건 체이스 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$260</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PNC 파이낸셜(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNC#NYSE">PNC</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$215</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>US 뱅코프 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$54</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">지역은행 및 카드사</h3>
또한, 트루이스트는 14개 지역 금융사에 대한 분석도 시작했고, 지역은행이 경쟁력을 유지하기 위한 세 가지 핵심 전략을 제시했다.
<ul>
<li>차별화된 성장: 독특하고 지속 가능한 성장 기회에 집중한다.</li>
<li>체계적인 자본 배분: 자본을 효율적으로 배분하여 성장을 지원하고 주주 가치를 높인다.</li>
<li>변화하는 환경 탐색: 금리, 수익률 곡선 변화, 대출 및 예금 증가, 상업용 부동산 시장 역학 등 변화하는 시장 상황에 적응한다.</li>
</ul>
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<table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>지역은행</td>
<td>투자의견</td>
<td>목표주가</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>피프스 서드 뱅코프 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITB#NASDAQ">FITB</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$51</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>헌팅턴 뱅크셰어스 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBAN#NASDAQ">HBAN</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>M&amp;T 뱅크 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$233</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>윈트러스트 파이낸셜 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTFC#NASDAQ">WTFC</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$151</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>씨티즌스 파이낸셜 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CFG#NYSE">CFG</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$49</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>코메리카 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$65</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>퍼스트 씨티즌스 뱅크셰어스 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCNCA#NASDAQ">FCNCA</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$2,303</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>키코프 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEY#NYSE">KEY</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>리전스 파이낸셜 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RF#NYSE">RF</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$25</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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<table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>신용카드사</td>
<td>투자의견</td>
<td>목표주가</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>얼라이 파이낸셜 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALLY#NYSE">ALLY</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>아메리칸 익스프레스 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$350</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>캐피털 원 파이낸셜 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$229</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>디스커버 파이낸셜 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFS#NYSE">DFS</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$233</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>싱크로니 파이낸셜 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYF#NYSE">SYF</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$72</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">신탁은행 및 자본시장</h3>
트루이스트는 점진적인 금리 인하, 양적 긴축의 궁극적 종식, 건전한 경제와 자본 시장이 신탁은행에 경쟁 환경을 제공할 것으로 예상한다.
애널리스트들은 투자자들이 지속적인 영업 레버리지가 가능한 종목에 우선순위를 두어야 한다고 말한다. 이는 상대적으로 적은 매출 증가로 수익성을 크게 높일 수 있는 능력을 의미한다. 또한 배당금과 자사주 매입을 통해 높은 수준의 소득을 창출하는 자본 수익률이 높은 주식이다.
트루이스트는 금리가 점진적으로 하락하고 양적 긴축이 끝나며 건강한 경제와 자본 시장이 신탁은행들에게 경쟁력을 제공할 것이라고 예상한다.
애널리스트들은 투자자들이 지속적인 운영 레버리지(매출의 상대적으로 작은 증가로 수익성을 크게 증가시킬 수 있는 능력)와 높은 배당금 및 자사주 매입을 통한 높은 수익률을 가진 주식을 우선시해야 한다고 조언한다.
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<table style="overflow:auto; height: 90px; display: block;">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>신탁은행 및 자본시장</td>
<td>투자의견</td>
<td>목표주가</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>뱅크오브뉴욕멜론 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BK#NYSE">BK</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$91</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>찰스 슈왑 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHW#NYSE">SCHW</a>)</td>
<td>매수</td>
<td>$86</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>노던 트러스트(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTRS#NASDAQ">NTRS</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$110</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>스테이트 스트리트 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STT#NYSE">STT</a>)</td>
<td>보유</td>
<td>$106</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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미국 은행들이 3분기 실적을 발표할 준비를 하면서, 투자자들은 경제의 연착륙 가능성, 연방준비제도(연준)의 금리 인하, 그리고 이들이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/banks" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">은행 가치 평가에 미치는 영향</a>에 주목하고 있다.
뱅크 오브 아메리카(Bank of America)의 애널리스트들은 은행 주식 전망에 대해 조심스러운 낙관을 유지하고 있다. 그들은 연착륙 시나리오가 고객 활동의 반등을 촉발하고, 대출 성장을 개선하며 그리고 섹터의 주가수익비율(P/E) 배수를 긍정적으로 유도할 수 있다고 예측한다. 하지만 연준의 정책 변화와 다가오는 미국 선거와 같은 거시적 불확실성이 이 같은 기대를 완화하고 있다.
뱅크 오브 아메리카의 주식 애널리스트인 에브라힘 푸나왈라(Ebrahim H. Poonawala)는 월요일 노트에서 금리 인하가 은행 주당순이익(EPS) 전망과 주식 P/E 배율에 대해 &#8220;구조적으로 긍정적&#8221;일 수 있다고 강조했다. 금리가 낮아지면 고객 활동이 재활성화될 것으로 예상되며, 특히 투자은행, 주택담보대출 및 대출 성장에 긍정적인 영향을 미칠 것이다.
그러나 낮은 금리는 &#8220;자산에 민감한 은행&#8221;에 부정적인 영향을 미칠 것으로 예상되며, 대출 수익률이 하락할 것이다.
추가 읽기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41212796/tesla-robotaxi-day-preview-move-over-autonomous-vehicles-analyst-says-this-positive">테슬라 로보택시 데이 미리보기: 자율주행차를 제치고, 애널리스트가 말하는 이 &#8216;긍정적 촉매&#8217;가 더 중요할 수 있다</a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">정치적 리스크가 대선을 앞두고 크게 작용</h3>
다가오는 미국 선거는 은행들에게 추가적인 불확실성을 더하고 있다.
&#8220;트럼프의 승리는 규제/M&amp;A 분야에서의 완화로 긍정적으로 작용할 가능성이 높다. 민주당의 압승은 높은 세금, 규제 변화의 지속(또는 악화) 가능성 때문에 섹터에 가장 부정적인 결과로 작용할 가능성이 높다&#8221;라고 애널리스트들이 언급했다.
현재의 가치 평가가 연착륙에 대해 조심스레 낙관적인 모습을 보이고 있지만, 정치적 결과는 섹터에 변동성을 유발할 수 있다. 트럼프가 승리하면 은행 주식은 &#8220;즉각적인&#8221; 긍정적인 반응을 보일 가능성이 높고, 민주당이 승리하면 투자 심리에 부정적인 영향을 미칠 수 있다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">지역 은행이 메인스트리트 은행보다 선호됨</h3>
2024년 3분기에 이 투자 은행은 SPDR S&amp;P Regional Banking ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRE#NYSE">KRE</a>)에서 추적하는 바와 같이 대형 머니 센터 은행들보다 &#8220;순이자 소득(NII)에 대한 더 나은 방어력&#8221;을 이유로 지역 은행들을 선호했다.
지역 은행들은 예금에 대한 더 큰 유연성, 더 나은 헤징 전략, 그리고 채권 평가손실이 줄어들면서 자본 완화의 가능성이 더 높다.
주요 추천주로는 U.S. 뱅코프(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USB#NYSE">USB</a>), 웨스턴 얼라이언스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAL#NYSE">WAL</a>), PNC 파이낸셜(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNC#NYSE">PNC</a>), 피프스 써드(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITB#NASDAQ">FITB</a>), M&amp;T 뱅크(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>), 그리고 트루이스트 파이낸셜(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFC#NYSE">TFC</a>)이 있다.
퍼스트 뱅코프(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FBP#NYSE">FBP</a>)는 &#8220;현재 금리 기대치를 헤쳐나가기 가장 잘 대비된&#8221; 은행으로 평가되었으며, 텍사스 캐피털 뱅크셰어스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCBI#NASDAQ">TCBI</a>)는 가장 큰 영향을 받을 것으로 보인다.
월요일, 뱅크 오브 아메리카는 코메리카(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>)를 &#8220;중립&#8221;에서 &#8220;부진&#8221;으로 하향 조정하고 목표 주가를 55달러에서 52달러로 낮췄다. 애널리스트인 브랜든 버만(Brandon Berman)은 코메리카를 지탱하던 긍정적인 금리 거래가 &#8220;그 과정을 마쳤다&#8221;고 강조하며, 이 주식은 이제 역사적 범위의 상단을 넘어서 거래되고 있어 하향 조정된 실적 전망의 위험을 반영하지 않고 있다고 설명했다.
앞으로, 10월 11일 금요일에는 JP모건 체이스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), 웰스 파고(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), 그리고 뉴욕 멜론 은행(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNY#NYSE">BNY</a>)의 주요 실적 보고가 있을 것이다.

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S&amp;P 다우존스 지수는 금요일 늦게 분기별 재조정에 맞춰 다양한 S&amp;P 지수에 대한 변경 사항을 발표했다. 유명한 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/s-p-500-index">S&amp;P 500 지수</a>에 추가된 기업들 중 주목할만한 것은 사이버 보안 회사인 크라우드스트라이크(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>)이다.
무슨 일이 (What Happened): 크라우드스트라이크는 S&amp;P 500 지수에서 로버트 하프(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RHI#NYSE">RHI</a>)를 대체하고, 투자 관리 회사인 KKR &amp; Co Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>)와 고대디(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDDY#NYSE">GDDY</a>)는 이 더 넓은 범위 지수에서 각각 코메리카(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMA#NYSE">CMA</a>)와 일루미나(NASD:ILMN)를 대신하게 된다.
이 변경 사항은 월요일 거래 개시 전에 적용될 예정이다. S&amp;P 다우존스는 이러한 변화로 인해 각 지수가 시가총액 범위를 더 잘 대표할 수 있게 되었다고 말했다.
일루미나는 고대디(GoDaddy)를 대신하여 S&amp;P MidCap 400 지수로 강등되며, 로버트 하프와 코메리카는 S&amp;P SmallCap 600 지수에서 애니웨어 리얼 에스테이트(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOUS#NYSE">HOUS</a>)와 애드트랜 홀딩스(NASD:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/adtn" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ADTN</a>)를 대체한다. 유전자 시퀀싱 회사인 일루미나(Illumina)는 6월 24일 암 혈액 검사 제조부문인 그레일(Grail)을 분사할 계획을 발표했다.
S&amp;P 다우존스는 또한 S&amp;P MidCap 400 및 S&amp;P 600 SmallCap 지수에 대한 다수의 변경 사항을 발표했다.
S&amp;P 500 목록에서 제외된 기업 중에서 주목할 만한 기업으로는 AI 기반 데이터 분석 기업인 팔란티어 테크놀로지스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>)와 컴퓨터 및 주변기기 제조업체인 델 테크놀로지스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>)가 있다. 덧붙여서, 팔란티어의 투자자들은 3월 초에 있었던 분기별 재조정 당시 S&amp;P 500에 편입될 것으로 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/03/37440459/palantir-misses-out-super-micro-computer-makes-the-cut-what-investors-should-know-about-s-p-500-">예상</a>했었다.
또한 보기: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-tech-stocks">최고의 테크 기업 주식</a>
왜 중요한가 (Why It&#8217;s Important): S&amp;P 500 지수는 미국 대형주 주식에 대한 최고의 단일 지표로 간주되며 500개의 주요 기업을 포함하며 가용 시가총액의 약 80%를 차지한다. 시가총액 가중 지수인 이 S&amp;P 500은 분기별로 재조정되며 일반적으로 3월, 6월, 9월, 12월 세 번째 금요일에 이루어진다.
이 재조정 과정에서 기업들은 일반적으로 가장 최근의 주식 수와 구성 회사의 유동 주식에 따라 제거되거나 추가된다. 이에 따라 그들이 지수에서 차지하는 비중도 조정된다.
S&amp;P 500 지수 선발 기준은 다음과 같다. 1) 시가 총액이 158억 달러 이상, 2) 유동 주식수 조정 시가총액으로 거래되는 연간 달러 가치가 0.75 이상, 3) NYSE 또는 나스닥에 상장되어 있으며, 4) 미국에 주 상장이 되어 있는 기업이다. 이 외에도 종목 거래량의 기준도 있다.
지수 편입은 일반적으로 주식에 긍정적인 영향을 미친다. 지수를 반영하는 포트폴리오를 보유하는 펀드들이 해당 구성 종목의 가중치를 유지하기 위해 해당 종목을 매수하기 때문이다. 또한 인덱스(지수) 펀드와 ETF를 통한 구매로 인한 거래량과 유동성이 증가하는 효과도 본다.
<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro의 데이터</a>에 따르면, 이번 발표 이후 크라우드스트라이크는 금요일 시간외 거래에서 5.35% 상승한 367.80달러를 기록했다. KKR은 7.72% 상승했고, 고대디는 3.72% 상승했다.
다음 읽기:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/06/39188726/crowdstrike-outperforms-peers-against-tough-macro-in-q1-10-analysts-comment-on-top-name-to-own-in-security-"> 크라우드스트라이크는 1분기에 어려운 매크로에 비해 동종 업체를 능가했으며, 10명의 분석가는 &#8216;보안 부문에서 소유할 최고 이름&#8217;에 대해 논평</a>
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