Bank of America Stock Price, News & Analysis

Bank of America announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share on common stock, payable on December 30, 2022 to shareholders on record as of December 2, 2022.

Additionally, a dividend of $1.75 per share on 7% Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, Series B, will be paid on January 25, 2023 to shareholders on record as of January 11, 2023.

Bank of America reported its third-quarter 2022 financial results on October 17, 2022. The press release highlights the bank's commitment to providing a comprehensive range of financial services to its 68 million clients in the U.S. and participating in global markets. Investors can access detailed financial results via the Investor Relations website. A conference call with key executives will take place at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss these results.

Bank of America announced cash dividends on several series of preferred stock for Q4 2022. Notable dividends include $0.25556 for Floating Rate Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series E, payable on November 15, 2022, and $1,011.11111 for Series F and G, with payment on December 15, 2022. The record dates for these dividends are October 31, 2022, and November 30, 2022, respectively. The company highlights its strong market position, serving around 67 million clients in the U.S. and a presence in 35 countries.

Bank of America reported a 10% increase in total consumer payments YoY in September, though a notable decline in wire payments to escrow and title companies was observed, turning negative in 2022. The median mortgage payments rose 8.8% YoY, contributing to a housing market slowdown attributed to rising rates and high valuations. Meanwhile, median rent payments increased by 8.1% YoY, impacting lower-income renters. Overall, while consumers continue to spend amid inflation, the housing market's downturn may pressure affordability and spending patterns.

Bank of America has launched an enhanced CashPro Payment API, allowing over 350 payment types and bundled payments, improving operational efficiency and data access. The API provides 24/7 processing, with 20% of transactions occurring on weekends. This upgrade aligns with the bank's digital strategy, enabling clients to manage payments across 38 global markets and supporting various real-time payment solutions. The CashPro APIs facilitate integration with major platforms, enhancing client efficiency in payments and financial services.

Bank of America has expanded its innovative online payment solution, Pay by Bank, to include euro currency payments, following its initial UK launch earlier this year. This service, developed with Banked Ltd., allows customers to make real-time transactions directly from their bank accounts without using credit or debit cards. The expansion aims to enhance customer experience and streamline payment processes across various European countries. This solution benefits both consumers and merchants by offering a quicker and more secure online checkout.

Bank of America will announce its third-quarter 2022 financial results on October 17, with results expected at 6:45 a.m. ET and an investor presentation at 8:30 a.m. ET. Interested investors can access the news release, supplemental filing, and presentations via Bank of America's Investor Relations website. A dial-in option for the investor conference call is available at 1.877.200.4456 (U.S.) with conference ID 79795.