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Banking On Shareholder Returns

Bank of America's new $40 billion stock buyback program highlights a broader trend of major financial institutions returning capital to shareholders. This theme identifies other large banks that may follow suit, offering similar buyback or dividend-based value.

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Han Tan | Market Analyst

Updated 1 day ago | Published at July 24

Top Picks from This Group

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BAC

Bank of America Corp.

BAC

Current price

$46.94

C

Citigroup Inc.

C

Current price

$93.69

USB

U.S. Bancorp

USB

Current price

$45.93

About This Group of Stocks

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Our Expert Thinking

Bank of America's massive $40 billion buyback program and 8% dividend increase signals strong sector health and sets a precedent for competitors. This creates opportunities for other well-capitalized banks to announce similar shareholder-friendly initiatives to remain competitive and attractive to investors.

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What You Need to Know

This group focuses on financial institutions with strong balance sheets and resilient earnings that may be positioned to return excess capital to shareholders. These banks range from global systemically important institutions to strong regional players, all selected for their potential to follow similar capital return strategies.

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Why These Stocks

These banks were handpicked by professional analysts based on their financial strength, excess capital generation potential, and likelihood to announce buyback programs or dividend increases. Each represents a tactical play on the broader trend of enhanced shareholder value in the banking sector.

Group Performance Snapshot

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Stocks Rated Buy by Analysts

14 of 15 assets in this group are rated Buy by professional analysts.

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

Why You'll Want to Watch These Stocks

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Cash Returns Coming Your Way

When banks announce buybacks and dividend hikes, shareholders get direct cash benefits. These moves often signal management confidence and can boost stock prices as investors anticipate similar announcements from competitors.

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Sector-Wide Momentum Building

Bank of America's massive program could trigger a wave of similar announcements across the banking sector. Financial institutions often follow each other's lead to stay competitive and maintain investor appeal.

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Strong Balance Sheets Ready to Pay

These banks were selected for their financial strength and excess capital generation. When institutions have robust earnings and healthy balance sheets, they're positioned to reward shareholders generously.

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