Bank Of Montreal Stock Price, News & Analysis

BMO Harris Bank has partnered with Lively, Inc. to modernize its Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings for individual and commercial clients. Starting this fall, new HSAs will feature Lively's technology to enhance user experience and provide comprehensive financial tools to address rising healthcare costs. This partnership aims to save operational costs while allowing BMO to focus on customer-centric services. Additionally, BMO will invest in Lively to bolster its growth in the HSA market as assets in HSAs have surged to $82.2 billion across over 30 million accounts.

BMO Financial Group announced the appointment of Kimberley Goode as the new Chief Communications & Social Impact Officer, effective August 2021. Ms. Goode, a seasoned communications executive, will lead a newly unified team focusing on employee, media, and government relations, alongside community impact initiatives. She comes from Blue Shield of California and has extensive experience in various industries including finance and healthcare. Cameron Fowler, Chief Strategy & Operations Officer, praised her strategic leadership qualities and commitment to data-driven impact.

BMO Capital Markets has appointed Evan Seigerman as Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst, focusing on biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. This hire aligns with BMO's strategy to enhance its healthcare franchise, which supports various financial services in the healthcare sector. Mr. Seigerman brings over a decade of experience from Credit Suisse, Barclays Capital, and Deutsche Bank. Additionally, Trung Huynh is joining to bolster the research team. BMO Capital Markets, part of BMO Financial Group, aims to deepen its healthcare expertise and client relationships.

BMO congratulates Deland Kamanga for being named a 2021 Catalyst Honours Champion, recognizing his efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As Head of Global Markets at BMO Capital Markets, Kamanga has enhanced programs supporting women, such as returnships and parental leave policies, which have increased women's representation in senior roles. This award reflects BMO's commitment to inclusive leadership and aligns with Catalyst's findings linking diverse workplaces to improved business outcomes. The award ceremony will take place during the Catalyst Honours 2021 virtual conference on October 27-28, 2021.

BMO Financial Group's CEO, Darryl White, will present at the Morgan Stanley US Financials, Payments & CRE Conference on June 14, 2021, at 3:30 PM ET. This event showcases BMO, the 8th largest bank in North America, with total assets of $950 billion as of April 30, 2021. The presentation will be streamed live and later archived on BMO's investor relations website. BMO offers a wide range of financial services to over 12 million customers through three operating groups: Personal and Commercial Banking, BMO Wealth Management, and BMO Capital Markets.

BMO Capital Markets has announced the establishment of a new Energy Transition Group aimed at supporting clients in exploring energy transition alternatives. This initiative focuses on responding to regulatory changes related to a net zero future. The group will collaborate with various industry sectors, leveraging BMO's Climate Institute for research and insights. Furthermore, the existing Sustainable Finance group will be integrated into this structure, continuing its mandate of investing in sustainable solutions, including a CAD$250 million Impact Investing Fund.

The Bank of Montreal (BMO) announced a quarterly dividend of $1.06 per share for Q3 2021, payable on August 26, 2021. The Board also declared various preferred share dividends, with payments due on August 25, 2021. All dividends are classified as "eligible" under the Income Tax Act of Canada. Common shareholders can reinvest their dividends in additional shares through the bank's dividend reinvestment plan. To participate, registered shareholders must submit their enrollment forms by August 5, 2021.

BMO Financial Group's Q2 2021 report reveals significant financial growth, with net income soaring to $1,303 million from $689 million year-over-year. Adjusted net income reached $2,095 million, up from $715 million, translating to adjusted EPS of $3.13, compared to $1.04 last year. Provisions for credit losses dropped sharply to $60 million from $1,118 million, reflecting improved credit conditions. The Common Equity Tier 1 Ratio stood at 13.0%, indicating robust capital strength. BMO's commitment to sustainability was highlighted, alongside strategic divestitures aimed at enhancing efficiency.

BMO Capital Markets is set to host its 16th annual Farm to Market Conference virtually on May 19-20, 2021. The event will feature leaders from various sectors of the food value chain, including agribusiness, food and beverage, and retail. Attendees will include global investors and companies discussing critical industry trends such as inflation, ESG investing targets, and post-COVID food supply challenges. Notable participants include Kroger and Albertsons, with discussions led by BMO analysts focusing on ESG across the food chain.