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2 Early Winners From Q2 Earnings Season Ready to Ride Fed Cuts Higher

Published 07/18/2024, 06:31 PM
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    • Major US banks' earnings are now behind us.
    • The decline in interest income is a common denominator despite the positive performance.
    • In this piece, we identify two bank stocks that have great upside potential.
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The Q2 earnings season kicked off with a bang, with most major banks exceeding analyst expectations for both earnings per share and revenue. This positive performance has the potential to extend the sector's upward trend.

Earnings Calendar

However, a cause for concern in the time ahead is the decline in interest income. This drop stems from a combination of factors: fewer loans granted due to rising interest rates, persistently high deposit rates, and increasing non-interest expenses.

A 50 bp rate cut this year could significantly benefit the banking sector by boosting lending activity. With inflation potentially trending downwards, the possibility of a Fed pivot as early as September becomes increasingly likely, potentially paving the way for a supportive interest rate environment.

With that in mind, and with most major bank earnings already behind us, let's take a look at 2 bank stocks that have the highest upside potential based on the earnings and analyst consensus.

1. Bank of New York Mellon

Bank of New York Mellon (NYSE:BK) stock surged to record highs above $65 per share after beating analyst expectations for earnings and revenue in its latest quarterly results, released on July 12th.

This 7% jump extended the stock's upward trend. However, a potential correction may be brewing, with the first price target around $61 supported by the upward trend line.

Bank of NY Mellon

This pullback could present a buying opportunity for investors seeking a better entry point. InvestingPro's fair value index of 26.8% suggests further upside potential for BK stock.

The rebound should be a good opportunity to connect to the uptrend at a better price due to the continued upside potential suggested by InvestingPro's fair value index at 26.8%.
Fair Value

Source: InvestingPro

For dividend-seeking investors, time is running out. The ex-dividend date is July 22nd, so you must purchase shares before then to be eligible for the next quarterly payout.

2. Bank of America

Following BNY Mellon's positive surprise, Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC) also impressed investors with key metrics and a 5% surge in demand.

The market cheered news of higher-than-expected income net of interest expense ($25.38 billion vs. $25.27 billion) and investment banking income ($1.56 billion vs. $1.45 billion).

BoFA Previous Earnings

Source: InvestingPro

The market was particularly optimistic on the news of higher-than-expected income net of interest expense ($25.38 billion vs. $25.27 billion) and higher investment banking income ($1.56 billion vs. $1.45 billion)

In the case of BofA, the potential for a continuation of the northward movement is also maintained, and implies an approach at least in the vicinity of $52, which would mean breaking out of new historical maximums.
Fair Value

Source: InvestingPro

Analysts see continued upside for BofA, with a potential climb toward $52, which would break new historical highs. The fair value index also supports this bullish outlook.

Considering these factors, the most likely scenario for the coming weeks is a continuation of the current upward trend, potentially leading to an attack on those historical highs. This assumes the status quo is maintained and the Fed implements the expected interest rate cuts in September.

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