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Bank of America Corporation reports developments across consumer banking, wealth management, corporate and investment banking, global markets and capital actions. The company serves individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses, large corporations, governments and institutions with banking, investing, asset management, lending, trading and risk-management products and services.
Recurring BAC news includes operating and financial results, regular dividends on common and preferred stock, Merrill Wealth Management platform and advisor updates, co-branded credit card partnerships, and community or cultural initiatives such as the Bank of America Art Conservation Project. Coverage also reflects the company's digital banking, small-business services and international banking presence.
Bank of America released insights from its 2021 Financial Life Benefits Impact Report, highlighting that nearly 60% of employees participated in workplace retirement plans during a challenging financial year. The report reveals that only 10% of 401(k) participants took hardship distributions and that Health Savings Account balances increased 17%, averaging around $3,400. Gender gaps persist, with women's financial wellness scores 13% lower than men's. Digital engagement surged, with logins up 31%, while 401(k) plans offering ESG investments grew 10%.
Bank of America has announced a plan to increase its U.S. minimum hourly wage to $25 by 2025, building on a previous increase to $20 in March 2022. Additionally, all U.S. vendors must now pay employees at least $15 per hour, with over 99% of vendors already compliant. Since 2010, the company's minimum hourly wage has risen by 121%. The firm's commitment to competitive wages aims to attract and retain top talent, demonstrating its focus on responsible growth and a positive workplace culture.
Bank of America and the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA) have expanded their affordable homeownership program, aiming to provide $15 billion in mortgages to low-to-moderate income (LMI) buyers by May 2027. This initiative has already aided over 9,100 households in the last two years while contributing to a total of 42,000 mortgages since its inception in 1996. The program includes no down payment, no closing costs, and offers below-market fixed rates to borrowers, with over 85% of participants being people of color.
Gibraltar Business Capital announced a new $150MM line of credit with Bank of America, enhancing its ability to serve lower mid-market businesses. This credit line, which can expand to $200MM through an accordion feature, supports Gibraltar's growth and offers flexible financing options. Since joining Hercules Capital in 2018, Gibraltar has underwritten credit for over 300 borrowers with $650MM in commitments. The partnership aims to provide stability and responsive support to businesses needing capital for growth or overcoming challenges.
According to the Bank of America 2021 Small Business Owner Report, small business owners in the U.S. are optimistic following a challenging year due to COVID-19. Key findings include:
- 60% expect revenue increases.
- 56% are confident in local economic improvement.
- 21% plan to hire, up from 13% in 2020.
Concerns remain about the political environment, health care costs, and rising commodities prices. Additionally, 53% of owners are committed to advocating for social change through their businesses. Bank of America continues to lead as the top small business lender with over $50 billion in outstanding loans.
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Bank of America’s 2021 Homebuyer Insights Report reveals that low housing inventory and interest rates contribute to increased home sales and prices. The survey of 2,000 adults highlights that 51% of younger buyers prioritize community, with safety and space becoming significant factors in home buying. Notably, 65% of younger homeowners report stable financial security, driving their interest in homeownership as a wealth-building tool. The bank has tripled commitment to affordable homeownership solutions, emphasizing support for down payments and closing costs.
Bank of America Corporation has declared a $0.18 per share quarterly cash dividend on its common stock, payable on June 25, 2021, to shareholders of record as of June 4, 2021. Additionally, the Board announced a $1.75 quarterly dividend on its 7% Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, Series B, payable on July 23, 2021, to shareholders of record by July 9, 2021. This move demonstrates the bank's ongoing commitment to returning capital to shareholders while maintaining a strong presence in the financial sector.
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