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Seeking Clues to Bank of America (BAC) Q1 Earnings? A Peek Into Wall Street Projections for Key Metrics
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Wall Street analysts expect Bank of America (BAC - Free Report) to post quarterly earnings of $0.99 per share in its upcoming report, which indicates a year-over-year increase of 10%. Revenues are expected to be $29.64 billion, up 8.3% from the year-ago quarter.
The current level reflects a downward revision of 1% in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter over the past 30 days. This demonstrates how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reappraised their initial projections over this period.
Before a company announces its earnings, it is essential to take into account any changes made to earnings estimates. This is a valuable factor in predicting the potential reactions of investors toward the stock. Empirical research has consistently shown a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and the short-term price performance of a stock.
While investors typically use consensus earnings and revenue estimates as a yardstick to evaluate the company's quarterly performance, scrutinizing analysts' projections for some of the company's key metrics can offer a more comprehensive perspective.
With that in mind, let's delve into the average projections of some Bank of America metrics that are commonly tracked and projected by analysts on Wall Street.
Analysts expect 'Efficiency Ratio (FTE basis)' to come in at 61.7%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 64.6%.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Total earning assets - Average balance' will reach $3061.96 billion. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $2966.84 billion.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Book value per share of common stock' should arrive at $38.98 . The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $36.39 .
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Total nonperforming loans, leases and foreclosed properties' will likely reach $6.47 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $6.20 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Total Non-Performing Loans' of $6.55 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $6.08 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
Analysts predict that the 'Tier 1 Capital Ratio' will reach 12.6%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 12.9%.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Tier 1 Leverage Ratio' at 6.7%. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 6.8% in the same quarter of the previous year.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Total Noninterest Income' will reach $14.28 billion. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $12.92 billion.
Analysts forecast 'Net Interest Income- Fully taxable-equivalent basis' to reach $15.67 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $14.59 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
The consensus estimate for 'Investment and brokerage services' stands at $5.35 billion. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported $4.81 billion in the same quarter last year.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Investment banking fees' reaching $1.71 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $1.52 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Total fees and commissions' should come in at $10.24 billion. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $9.42 billion.
Over the past month, Bank of America shares have recorded returns of +11.8% versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.5% change. Based on its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), BAC will likely exhibit a performance that aligns with the overall market in the upcoming period. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
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Seeking Clues to Bank of America (BAC) Q1 Earnings? A Peek Into Wall Street Projections for Key Metrics
Wall Street analysts expect Bank of America (BAC - Free Report) to post quarterly earnings of $0.99 per share in its upcoming report, which indicates a year-over-year increase of 10%. Revenues are expected to be $29.64 billion, up 8.3% from the year-ago quarter.
The current level reflects a downward revision of 1% in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter over the past 30 days. This demonstrates how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reappraised their initial projections over this period.
Before a company announces its earnings, it is essential to take into account any changes made to earnings estimates. This is a valuable factor in predicting the potential reactions of investors toward the stock. Empirical research has consistently shown a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and the short-term price performance of a stock.
While investors typically use consensus earnings and revenue estimates as a yardstick to evaluate the company's quarterly performance, scrutinizing analysts' projections for some of the company's key metrics can offer a more comprehensive perspective.
With that in mind, let's delve into the average projections of some Bank of America metrics that are commonly tracked and projected by analysts on Wall Street.
Analysts expect 'Efficiency Ratio (FTE basis)' to come in at 61.7%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 64.6%.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Total earning assets - Average balance' will reach $3061.96 billion. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $2966.84 billion.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Book value per share of common stock' should arrive at $38.98 . The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $36.39 .
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Total nonperforming loans, leases and foreclosed properties' will likely reach $6.47 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $6.20 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Total Non-Performing Loans' of $6.55 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $6.08 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
Analysts predict that the 'Tier 1 Capital Ratio' will reach 12.6%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 12.9%.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Tier 1 Leverage Ratio' at 6.7%. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 6.8% in the same quarter of the previous year.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Total Noninterest Income' will reach $14.28 billion. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $12.92 billion.
Analysts forecast 'Net Interest Income- Fully taxable-equivalent basis' to reach $15.67 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $14.59 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
The consensus estimate for 'Investment and brokerage services' stands at $5.35 billion. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported $4.81 billion in the same quarter last year.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Investment banking fees' reaching $1.71 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $1.52 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Total fees and commissions' should come in at $10.24 billion. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $9.42 billion.
View all Key Company Metrics for Bank of America here>>>Over the past month, Bank of America shares have recorded returns of +11.8% versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.5% change. Based on its Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), BAC will likely exhibit a performance that aligns with the overall market in the upcoming period. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .