BAC
Bank of America (BAC)
NYSE
$51.05+$0.27 (+0.54%)
Price as of Oct 22, 2026 7:45 PM EDT
  • $355.1B
    Market Cap
  • 1.49%
    1-Year Change
  • Banks - Diversified
    Industry

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  • Momentum Score: 40
  • True Yield: 62
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Latest Research & News

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Bronstein Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Announces Class Action Against Bank of America Corporation (NYSE: BAC) — Investors Who Suffered Losses Are Encouraged to Contact the Firm

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Bank of America Corporation alleging the bank made false and misleading statements regarding its Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering compliance program. The complaint claims BAC failed to properly monitor trillions of dollars in transactions, missed or delayed suspicious activity reports, and had unaddressed compliance deficiencies despite a 2024 Consent Order. Investors who purchased BAC securities between August 1, 2025 and October 13, 2026 may be eligible to recover losses, with a lead plaintiff deadline of December 15, 2026.

10/22/2026, 1:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Bank of America vs. JPMorgan Chase: Which Financial Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase are compared as investment options for 2026. JPMorgan Chase demonstrates superior profitability with a 29.9% operating margin and 3.3% revenue growth, while Bank of America offers better valuation metrics (P/E of 12.1x vs 14.1x) and higher dividend yield (2.5% vs 2%). The article suggests Bank of America appeals more to value and income investors, while JPMorgan remains attractive for growth-focused investors seeking strong profitability.

10/22/2026, 10:30 AM • The Motley Fool

ROSEN, A LEADING INVESTOR RIGHTS LAW FIRM, Encourages Bank of America Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - BAC

Rosen Law Firm has filed a securities class action lawsuit against Bank of America Corporation on behalf of investors who purchased common stock between August 1, 2025 and October 13, 2026. The lawsuit alleges that Bank of America failed to disclose systemic weaknesses in its subsidiary BANA's BSA/AML compliance program, including failure to properly monitor trillions in transactions and file accurate suspicious activity reports. The firm claims defendants made materially false statements about compliance progress and expected costs, causing investor damages when the true details emerged.

10/21/2026, 6:20 PM • GlobeNewswire

2 Stocks to Buy From the 5 That Make Up Roughly 61.5% of Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio

Berkshire Hathaway maintains a concentrated portfolio approach with five stocks comprising 61.5% of its ~$365 billion portfolio. The article recommends Apple and Coca-Cola as the two best picks from Berkshire's top holdings, citing Apple's strong brand, shareholder-friendly practices, and lower AI infrastructure risk, while Coca-Cola offers consistent dividend growth and defensive characteristics during economic uncertainty.

10/20/2026, 7:05 PM • The Motley Fool

General Mills Stock Is Down 30%, and Wall Street Analysts Keep Cutting Their Price Targets. Here's Why History Says They're Missing the Bigger Picture.

General Mills stock has declined 30% over the past year as Wall Street analysts cut price targets amid challenging consumer staples market conditions. However, the article argues that historically established companies like General Mills have weathered difficult periods before. Despite flat organic sales growth and a high dividend payout ratio of 80%, the company is stabilizing its business through cost reduction and brand modernization. With a 7.3% dividend yield and a new 27-year company veteran taking over as CEO in 2027, long-term dividend investors may find value in the beaten-down stock.

10/20/2026, 2:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett Has 1 Rule for Investing During Volatility, and It's More Important Than Ever Right Now

Warren Buffett's famous investing strategy of being 'greedy when others are fearful' encourages investors to buy stocks during market downturns when prices are discounted. The article explains how average investors can apply this principle by deploying extra cash during bear markets and maintaining consistent long-term investments, demonstrating how $500 monthly investments in index funds could grow to $18 million over 60 years.

10/20/2026, 11:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Bank of America vs. Goldman Sachs: Which Financial Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares Bank of America and Goldman Sachs as investment options for 2026. Bank of America offers stability through its massive consumer banking network and steady cash flow but faces regulatory headwinds and underperformance versus the S&P 500. Goldman Sachs, while navigating a strategic pivot away from consumer businesses, has outperformed the market and the S&P 500 but carries higher leverage and market sensitivity. The author suggests Goldman Sachs may be the better growth investment despite its higher valuation.

10/20/2026, 8:24 AM • The Motley Fool

Not So Fast! One Warren Buffett's Core Positions at Berkshire Hathaway May Not Get the Heave-Ho by Successor Greg Abel After All.

After selling over 549 million shares (53% of its position) in Bank of America over eight consecutive quarters, Berkshire Hathaway may reverse course on divesting the stock. Recent catalysts including BofA's improved valuation (30% premium to book value vs. 65% premium in August) and the Federal Reserve's new rate-hiking cycle have made the interest-sensitive bank more attractive again, potentially keeping it as a core holding under CEO Greg Abel.

10/19/2026, 5:06 AM • The Motley Fool

Is Citigroup Stock a Buy 13% Below Its 52-Week High?

Citigroup reported strong Q3 2026 earnings with record quarterly revenue of $23.8 billion and a 37% increase in net income, beating analyst estimates. Despite impressive results, the stock has dipped 5% since earnings and 13% from its 52-week high, presenting a potential buying opportunity. The article suggests Citigroup is primarily attractive for dividend investors, offering a 2.18% yield with a sustainable payout ratio of 24% and strong capital reserves.

10/18/2026, 4:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Is JPMorgan Chase Stock a Buy 8% Below Its Record High?

JPMorgan Chase stock is trading 8% below its record high of $365.18. While Q3 results missed analyst expectations for revenue and EPS, the company raised full-year net interest margin guidance and demonstrated strong operational metrics including 49% growth in equities revenue and 10% loan growth. Despite a premium valuation relative to peers, JPMorgan Chase's superior return on tangible common equity and ~2% dividend yield make it worthy of consideration for quality-focused investors.

10/18/2026, 3:15 AM • The Motley Fool

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 91 of Trump’s America

ThinkCareBelieve released a weekly report covering Week 91 of Trump's second term (January 2025 onwards), highlighting topics including congressional sexual misconduct settlements, ActBlue donation investigations, FBI/HSI trafficking disruptions, U.S.-Russia energy deals, Obamacare overpayment issues, a $1.21 billion Treasury penalty on Bank of America, noncitizen voter arrests, and a $21 billion semiconductor investment in New York.

10/17/2026, 8:46 PM • GlobeNewswire

Greg Abel Made Major Additions to Alphabet and Delta Last Quarter While Berkshire Bought Back $4.4 Billion of Its Own Stock. Is This a Buying Signal Investors Should Watch?

Under new CEO Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway significantly increased its positions in Alphabet and Delta Air Lines during Q2 2026, while also repurchasing $4.5 billion of its own stock. Abel appears to be following Warren Buffett's value-investing philosophy but with more aggressive capital deployment. With $359.2 billion in cash remaining, Berkshire's buybacks at average prices of $476-$488 per Class B share suggest management believes the stock offers value.

10/17/2026, 6:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Bank of America: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

Bank of America reported Q3 2026 adjusted net income of $8.1 billion, with a $1.2 billion regulatory settlement charge. Management raised 2027 net interest income guidance to 8% or more growth, citing accelerating fixed-rate asset repricing. The bank's strong balance sheet, low loan-to-deposit ratio, and deposit growth of $2 trillion provide competitive advantages and margin protection.

10/17/2026, 2:08 PM • The Motley Fool

Ranking America's 4 Biggest Banks From Best Buy to Worst

The article ranks the four largest U.S. money-center banks. JPMorgan Chase is rated best for long-term consistency with industry-leading returns and premium valuation. Citigroup shows the most near-term upside potential following its successful turnaround strategy. Bank of America faces headwinds from low-yielding bond holdings but benefits from stable deposits. Wells Fargo, while solid, has already seen significant near-term gains and trades at full valuation.

10/15/2026, 1:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Financial ETFs: How Do iShares U.S. Financials ETF (IYF) and Regional Banks ETF (IAT) Compare?

IYF and IAT offer different approaches to financial sector investing. IYF provides broad exposure to mega-cap banks, insurers, and asset managers with lower volatility and stronger 5-year returns (60% total return, 9.8% CAGR). IAT focuses on regional banks with higher dividend yield (2.9% vs 1.5%) but greater volatility and weaker performance (5% total return, 1.1% CAGR). Both charge identical 0.37% expense ratios. IYF emerges as the better choice for most investors seeking stability and growth.

10/15/2026, 9:15 AM • The Motley Fool

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Statistics

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Day Range
$50.52
$51.22
$50.78
1-Year Range
$46.72
$64.81
$50.78
Latest Close$50.78
Change
+$0.14 (+0.28%)
Volume35,176,500
Market Cap$355.1B
Shares Outstanding7.0B
P/E (TTM)11.32
Diluted EPS (TTM)$4.49
Enterprise Value$726.8B

Information as of 10/21/2026

Company Profile

BANK OF AMERICA CORP
BANK OF AMERICA CORP
https://www.bankofamerica.com
$355.1B
Market Cap
$33.7B
Net Income
Sector: Financial Services
Industry: Banks - Diversified
Bank of America Corporate Center, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28255
(704) 386-5681

Bank of America Corporation, through its subsidiaries, provides various financial products and services for individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses, institutional investors, large corporations, and governments worldwide. It operates through four segments: Consumer Banking, Global Wealth & Investment Management (GWIM), Global Banking, and Global Markets. The Consumer Banking segment offers traditional and money market savings accounts, certificates of deposit and IRAs, checking accounts, and investment accounts and products; credit and debit cards; residential mortgages and home equity loans; and direct and indirect loans. The GWIM segment provides investment management, brokerage, banking, and trust and retirement products and services; wealth management solutions; and customized solutions, including specialty asset management services. The Global Banking segment offers lending products and services, including commercial loans, leases, commitment facilities, trade finance, and commercial real estate and asset-based lending; treasury solutions, and underwriting and advisory services. The Global Markets segment provides market-making, financing, securities clearing, settlement, and custody services; securities and derivative products; and risk management products using interest rate, equity, credit, currency and commodity derivatives, foreign exchange, fixed-income, and mortgage-related products. Bank of America Corporation was founded in 1784 and is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Key Executives

  • Dean C. Athanasia
  • James DeMare
  • Matthew Koder
  • Alastair Borthwick
  • Brian Thomas Moynihan

Current Ownership Distribution

  • Institutions104.3B (67.21%)
  • Mutual Funds50.0B (32.20%)
  • Insiders913.3M (0.59%)
  • Other0 (0.00%)