Three bank stocks to avoid — and 18 to buy — from analysts at Jefferies
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 21 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
Bank-Stock Investor Focus: Investors are preparing for the results of federal regulators' stress tests and capital deployment reviews, with analysts from Jefferies highlighting three regional banks with "underperform" ratings among their coverage of 32 banks.
Positive Outlook for Regional Banks: A detailed report suggests a favorable scenario for U.S. regional banks, anticipating loan growth recovery, improved net interest margins, strong credit quality, and high capital levels supporting dividends and stock buybacks.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
