Big Banks Benefit from Higher Rates, But Warn of Struggling Borrowers
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Big banks like JPMorgan, Citi, and Wells Fargo are seeing higher profits from rising interest rates. Their net interest income is up significantly.
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But these banks are also seeing signs of struggle among consumers and small business borrowers. Loan losses are rising.
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Regional banks like PNC are faring worse, with declining profits amid higher rates. They lack the scale of mega banks.
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Bank CEOs are striking cautious tones about economic outlooks. JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon called it the "most dangerous time" in decades.
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Higher rates help big banks, but may squeeze consumers and small business borrowers, especially if rates keep rising. Banks expect loan losses to increase.