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Bank of America Institute's recent publication reveals that American consumers maintain strong financial health despite inflationary pressures. Median household savings and checking balances are above pre-pandemic levels. November card spending per household increased by 1.7% YoY, indicating resilience in consumer spending, especially in services. The report noted a significant rise in Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) use, growing from 0.3% in 2019 to 2% of online card spending. While credit and debit card spending rose 4% YoY, total payment growth slowed due to a 31% YoY decrease in wire payments.
Bank of America Corporation (NYSE: BAC) announced cash offers to purchase up to $1.5 billion in aggregate Liquidation Preference of outstanding Depositary Shares across 14 series of preferred stock. The Offers, ending on December 9, 2022, include hypothetical Accrued Dividends and Total Consideration for specific LIBOR Depositary Shares. The payment date is set for December 13, 2022. Recent updates include determined dividend rates for the LIBOR series, affecting the total consideration payable. Investors are encouraged to read the Offer Documents carefully.
Bank of America, on its annual 'Day of Giving,' highlights community contributions, awarding over $3.6 million to 64 nonprofits in Detroit. Significant grants went to Abayomi Community Development Corporation and Racquet Up Detroit, each receiving $200,000 for various initiatives. The focus is on economic mobility and racial equality, providing essential services like housing and education. In total, Bank of America contributed $6.6 million in Michigan throughout the year, emphasizing its commitment to local communities and partnerships for enhancing economic conditions.
Bank of America has initiated fourteen separate offers to purchase up to $1.5 billion of outstanding depositary shares representing interests in its preferred stock. The offers are subject to specific conditions outlined in the Offer Documents and will expire on December 9, 2022. The aggregate Liquidation Preference for the depositary shares ranges from $317 million to $2.35 billion across different series. The settlement date is scheduled for December 13, 2022. Holders are encouraged to review the Offer Documents for complete terms.
Bank of America Institute reports a 2.9% year-over-year (YoY) increase in discretionary consumer spending per household for October, down from 3.2% in September. Middle- and higher-income households are now the primary contributors to this growth. Key highlights include a 9% increase in total payments and an 8% rise in credit and debit card spending. However, spending on goods, particularly furniture, has declined significantly. Services spending remains robust, but the overall trend indicates a slowing in discretionary spending as holiday outlook appears muted.
Bank of America and CrossBoundary Energy are collaborating to establish a blended finance loan facility aimed at enhancing renewable energy projects in Africa. This partnership will facilitate approximately 255MW of solar and wind generation alongside 50MWh of battery storage, supporting CrossBoundary's development pipeline. The initiative was announced during COP27 in Egypt, reflecting a commitment to sustainable development through capital flow into emerging markets. CrossBoundary currently manages a portfolio worth $230 million in renewable energy solutions for over 30 corporate clients across 14 African countries.
InterEnergy Group and Bank of America have announced a partnership aimed at scaling renewable energy solutions in the Caribbean. At the COP27 conference in Egypt, it was revealed that InterEnergy's Dominican Republic utility, Consorcio Energetico Punta Cana Macao (CEPM), will secure a green loan from Bank of America and a multilateral development bank to support its goal of 100% renewable energy generation by 2030. This initiative signifies a multi-asset financing facility targeting clean energy assets in Small Island Developing States.