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Bank of America Corporation (BAC) is a global leader in financial services, serving millions through consumer banking, wealth management, and institutional solutions. This page aggregates official announcements, strategic initiatives, and market-moving developments from one of the world's most influential financial institutions.
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Bank of America has declared regular cash dividends on its preferred stock series for the second quarter of 2022. The dividends include:
- 7.25% Non-Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock, Series L: $18.125, payable on May 2.
- Fixed-to-Floating Rate Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series Z: $32.500, payable on April 25.
- 5.875% Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series HH: $0.3671875, payable on April 25.
- 4.375% Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series NN: $0.2734375, payable on May 3.
- 4.125% Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series PP: $0.2578125, payable on May 2.
- 4.375% Fixed-Rate Reset Non-Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series RR: $11.1805556, payable on April 27.
Bank of America has launched ACH Positive Pay on its CashPro App, enhancing mobile management of treasury operations for business clients. This feature allows clients to approve or reject incoming ACH transactions in real-time, improving control and reducing risk. The launch coincides with Nacha's increase in Same Day ACH limits to $1 million per transaction. In the previous year, payments approved through CashPro doubled to $384 billion, indicating growing client trust in the app for cash management.
Bank of America reports a significant 16% increase in total payments made by clients, totaling $294 billion in February 2022, compared to February 2021. This follows a 5% growth in February 2021 over pre-pandemic levels.
Key trends include a 21% rise in credit and debit card spending, and a remarkable 95% surge in travel spending year-over-year. Clients' deposit balances exceeded $1.4 trillion, up 15% from the same period last year.
Bank of America has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first financial institution certified by J.D. Power for financial health support. This certification underscores their commitment to helping clients improve their financial wellness through tailored advice and robust tools. J.D. Power's assessment evaluated 96 best practices of banks, focusing on customer satisfaction. Bank of America's approach includes a holistic framework addressing five key financial health pillars, aiming to enhance customer experiences and satisfaction.
Bank of America announced an expansion of the Bank of America Institute for Women's Entrepreneurship at Cornell, increasing enrollment to 100,000 seats for women entrepreneurs, particularly women of color. Launched in 2018, the program has already enrolled 50,000 participants globally. The initiative aligns with the bank's commitment to advance racial equality and economic opportunity. Women entrepreneurs in the U.S. own an estimated 13 million businesses generating $1.9 trillion in annual revenues, highlighting their vital role in the economy.
Bank of America has announced a $2 million partnership with ArtLifting, showcasing artwork by artists with disabilities or those facing housing insecurity. The program aims to feature this art in nearly 900 financial centers nationwide throughout 2022. Artists will earn 55% of the sale profits from prints available through ArtLifting's website, contributing to their livelihoods while promoting social change. This initiative reflects Bank of America's commitment to community support and the arts, enhancing cultural understanding and economic opportunity.
Bank of America reported a record-breaking 512 patents granted for 2021, marking a 16% increase from 2020. The growth includes significant rises in patents related to AI (31%), blockchain (86%), data analytics (32%), and payments (40%). Despite a 7% decline in overall patents issued by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Bank of America climbed from 106th to 86th on the Intellectual Property Owners Association's Top 300 list. The bank emphasizes innovation in technology to improve client experiences.
Bank of America has pledged a $1 million grant to the Wing Luke Museum in Seattle, aimed at enhancing community revitalization in the Chinatown-International District. The funding will support capital renovations, safety upgrades, and technology enhancements. This initiative will also promote local businesses through tours and cultural events, addressing challenges faced by the community exacerbated by the pandemic. In 2021, Bank of America invested $2.6 million in 54 nonprofits, reinforcing its commitment to racial equality and economic opportunity in the region.
Bank of America reported a record addition of over 2 million active digital clients in 2021, bringing the total to more than 54 million verified digital users. Clients logged into digital platforms 10.5 billion times, a 15% increase compared to the previous year. The bank's digital capabilities drove significant engagement, including Zelle transactions totaling $231 billion, marking a 64% year-over-year rise. Bank of America continues to focus on innovation, leveraging technology to meet evolving client needs across various financial services.
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