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The company offers services such as consumer banking, commercial banking, investment banking, asset management, and wealth management. With a robust network of branches and digital platforms, Bank of America aims to deliver accessible and innovative financial products, including mortgages, credit cards, and investment advisory services. The organization is committed to supporting economic growth and sustainability while serving a diverse clientele across various markets.
Shares of computer processor maker Intel (NASDAQINTC)
jumped 16.6% in the morning session after the company named Lip-Bu Tan, the former chief executive of Cadence Design Systems, as its new CEO. Following the announcement, Bank of America analysts decided it was time to change their tune, upgrading Intel from Sell to Hold. Their improved outlook is related to Tan's solid track record as they believed with him at the helm, there's a better shot at turning things around. They also raised their price target to $25.
Wall Street is also bullish on Tan’s appointment. Bank of America cited his strong track record at Cadence Design Systems, familiarity with Intel from his prior board tenure, and broad industry connections as key positives.
Bank of America anticipates that Nvidia will discuss its long-term ambitions in autonomous vehicles, physical AI, robotics, and quantum computing at the GPU Technology Conference 2025, scheduled for March 17 to 22.
Bank of America and JPMorgan issued the steepest price target reductions. Others, including KeyBanc, Stifel, Susquehanna, and UBS, see potential for long-term upside despite the near-term weakness.
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According to TheFly, Baird noted that the risk-reward ratio in the U.S. banks group has improved after this week's weakness in share prices. The recent weakness in the bank group has created an opportunity to get more constructive, it added.
