Posted 4/12/2024, 3:51:54 PM
Big Bank Earnings Top Estimates But Stocks Slide on Cautious Tones About Impact of High Rates
- JPMorgan, Citi, and Wells Fargo reported Q1 results topping estimates, but bank stocks slid on cautious tones about high rates
- JPMorgan kept $90B net interest income outlook despite rate hikes, signaling continued pressure on deposit pricing
- Wells Fargo also maintained guidance of 7-9% decline in net interest income rather than raising it
- Investment banking activity saw strength across the banks, sparking some optimism though M&A remained challenging
- Positive on Citi's transformation, including maintained $80B revenue outlook and good credit performance