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来源：环球市场播报 富国银行利润未达到分析师预期，原因是遣散费推高了支出。该公司股价盘中跌幅创六个月来最大。 该银行斥资6.12亿美元用于遣散费，这是旨在削减成本计划的一部分。根据周三发布的声明，实际支出 为137亿美元，高于接受调查的分析师预测的136亿美元。 "尽管面临诸多限制，我们依然打下了坚实的基础，并在提升增长和回报方面取得了巨大进步，"首席执 行官Charlie Scharf在声明中表示，"我们很高兴现在能够在公平的环境中展开竞争。" 第四季度净利息收入为123亿美元，低于分析师预测的124亿美元，这是贷款业务的主要利润来源。这使 得全年净利息收入达到475亿美元，接近该行此前有关2025年净利息收入与2024年基本持平的指引。 这家美国第四大银行预计2025年净收入将达到213亿美元，而分析师此前预计为216亿美元。 该公司股价在过去12个月上涨了25%，但截至纽约时间上午11：46跌幅一度高达5.8%，创自7月15日以 来的最大盘中跌幅。 ...

Last time I weighed in, I called Wells Fargo & Company ( WFC ) a Hold at $80.56. Since then, shares have popped another 16%, hit a high near $97.76 and landed around $93.56 now. Most of that move came asWith over 15 years of experience in the markets and a degree in economics, I focus on breaking down companies with clarity and discipline. My goal is to give individual investors a straightforward, honest view—what’s working, what isn’t, and where the risks and opportunities actually are. I don’t chase narra ...

Last time I weighed in, I called Wells Fargo & Company ( WFC ) a Hold at $80.56. Since then, shares have popped another 16%, hit a high near $97.76 and landed around $93.56 now. Most of that move came asWith over 15 years of experience in the markets and a degree in economics, I focus on breaking down companies with clarity and discipline. My goal is to give individual investors a straightforward, honest view—what’s working, what isn’t, and where the risks and opportunities actually are. I don’t chase narra ...

Market Overview - Major stock indices have experienced significant declines, with the Nasdaq down 380.83 points or 1.6 percent, the S&P 500 down 74.49 points or 1.1 percent, and the Dow down 282.68 points or 0.6 percent [1] - The decline in stock prices is attributed to rising geopolitical tensions and specific company performance issues [2] Company Performance - Wells Fargo shares have dropped by 5.5 percent following a report of better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings but weaker-than-expected revenues [2][3] - Bank of America shares fell by 4.9 percent despite reporting fourth-quarter results that exceeded analyst estimates [3] - Citigroup also saw a significant decline in its stock price, even after reporting better-than-expected fourth-quarter results [3] Economic Indicators - The U.S. Commerce Department reported a 0.6 percent increase in retail sales for November, surpassing expectations of a 0.4 percent rise [4] - Excluding motor vehicle and parts dealers, retail sales grew by 0.5 percent in November, compared to a 0.2 percent increase in October [5] Sector Performance - Airline stocks have significantly declined, with the NYSE Arca Airline Index down by 2.4 percent after reaching a two-year high [6] - Software stocks also faced a downturn, as indicated by a 2.3 percent drop in the Dow Jones U.S. Software Index [6] - Networking, semiconductor, and banking stocks are experiencing considerable weakness, while energy and telecom stocks have shown strong gains [7]

Expense management remained a central theme. Scharf noted the company generated positive operating leverage and said Wells Fargo has reduced headcount for 22 consecutive quarters, with headcount down more than 25% since the second quarter of 2020. The company returned $23 billion of capital to shareholders in 2025, including a 13% increase in the common dividend per share and $18 billion of common stock repurchases. Scharf said the bank expects share repurchases to be lower in 2026 given opportunities for o ...

Core Viewpoint - Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share of $1.76, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.66, and up from $1.42 in the prior-year quarter [1][10]. Financial Performance - The results were bolstered by an increase in net interest income (NII), higher non-interest income, and lower provisions, although a rise in non-performing assets negatively impacted the results [2][10]. - The net income (GAAP basis) for the quarter was $5.36 billion, a 6% increase from the prior-year quarter, while total revenues were $21.29 billion, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $21.6 billion but increasing 4.5% year over year [3][4]. - For the full year 2025, total revenues reached $83.69 billion, which also fell short of the consensus estimate of $84.03 billion, but represented a 2% year-over-year increase [4]. Income and Expenses - NII was reported at $12.33 billion, a 4% year-over-year increase, driven by higher loan and investment securities balances, although the net interest margin contracted by 10 basis points to 2.60% [5][10]. - Non-interest income grew 5% year over year to $8.96 billion, benefiting from the absence of prior-year losses and higher fees in various segments [6]. - Non-interest expenses decreased by 1% year over year to $13.72 billion, attributed to lower assessment expenses and efficiency initiatives, resulting in an improved efficiency ratio of 64% compared to 68% in the previous year [7]. Loan and Deposit Growth - As of December 31, 2025, total average loans increased by 3% sequentially to $955.8 billion, while total average deposits also rose by 3% to $1.37 trillion [8]. Credit Quality - The provision for credit losses was $1.04 billion, down 5% from the prior-year quarter, with net loan charge-offs at 0.43% of average loans, a decrease from 0.53% in the previous year [11]. - Non-performing assets increased by 7.1% year over year to $8.5 billion, indicating mixed credit quality [10][11]. Capital Ratios and Profitability - The Tier 1 common equity ratio as of December 31, 2025, was 10.6%, down from 11.1% in the fourth quarter of 2024 [12]. - Return on assets was 1.02%, slightly down from 1.05% in the prior-year quarter, while return on equity improved to 12.3% from 11.7% a year ago [13]. Share Repurchase and Future Outlook - In the reported quarter, Wells Fargo repurchased 58.2 million shares, amounting to $5 billion of common stock [14]. - The company has achieved a 15% return on tangible common equity (ROTCE) target and set a new medium-term target of 17-18%, positioning itself for continued healthy returns [15][16].

Core Viewpoint - Major U.S. banks are warning that President Trump's proposed cap on credit card interest rates could negatively impact lower-income consumers, the economy, and their profitability [1][2]. Group 1: Bank Executives' Opinions - Executives from JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo agree that while affordability is a concern, capping credit card interest rates is not the appropriate solution [2][3]. - Citigroup's outgoing CFO Mark Mason stated that an interest rate cap could lead to a significant economic slowdown and emphasized the need for collaboration with the administration on affordability issues [3]. - Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan argued that lowering interest rate caps would restrict credit availability, resulting in fewer credit card approvals and lower credit limits for consumers [4]. Group 2: Market Reactions - Shares of Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Citigroup, and JPMorgan Chase have experienced declines between 5% and 8% over the past week [5]. - JPMorgan and Citigroup reported a decline in net income compared to the fourth quarter of 2024, while Wells Fargo and Bank of America saw an increase [5]. Group 3: Presidential Proposal - President Trump proposed a one-year cap on credit card interest rates at 10%, threatening banks with violations if they do not comply by January 20 [6]. - Analysts have raised questions about how the cap would be implemented without an executive order, voluntary action, or legislative approval [6]. Group 4: Impact on Consumers - JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon highlighted that the proposed cap would have a dramatic impact on subprime customers [7]. - Wells Fargo CEO Charles Scharf expressed alignment with the goal of improving affordability and finding solutions to assist consumers [7].

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company's net income increased to $21.3 billion, with diluted earnings per share growing 17% year-over-year [4] - Net interest income rose by $381 million, or 3%, from the previous quarter, driven by higher Markets NII [20] - Non-interest income increased by $419 million, or 5%, from a year ago [25] - The return on tangible common equity (ROTCE) increased to 15% in 2025, up from 8% in Q4 2020 [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fee-based revenue grew by 5% year-over-year, with notable increases in both consumer and commercial businesses [4] - The credit card business saw a 21% increase in new accounts and a 6% rise in credit card balances [8] - The auto business experienced a 19% growth in loan balances [9] - Home lending revenue declined by 6% due to lower net interest income from reduced loan balances [30] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average deposits increased by $23.9 billion year-over-year, with growth in consumer and commercial deposits [24] - The commercial bank reported strong loan growth, with average loans increasing by 5% from the previous quarter [21] - The company achieved a 14% growth in wealth and investment management revenue, driven by asset-based fees [34] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The removal of the asset cap by the Federal Reserve is seen as a pivotal moment for the company, allowing for balance sheet growth [7] - The company aims to optimize capital levels while managing to a CET1 ratio of approximately 10%-10.5% [7] - The focus remains on organic growth opportunities, with expectations for lower share repurchases in 2026 [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the resilience of the economy and customers, while closely monitoring portfolios for signs of weakness [6] - The company anticipates net interest income to be approximately $50 billion in 2026, with expectations for loan growth in the mid-single digits [35][38] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining expense discipline and realizing benefits from investments to drive stronger revenue growth [16] Other Important Information - The company returned $23 billion of excess capital to shareholders, including a 13% increase in common stock dividends and $18 billion in stock repurchases [7] - The company has reduced headcount by over 25% since Q2 2020, achieving positive operating leverage [5] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you expand on your thoughts on NII, particularly excluding markets? - Management noted that NII is expected to be flat due to rate cuts, but loan growth will improve results later in the year [45][46] Question: How are you addressing the increased volume around credit card rate caps? - Management acknowledged the importance of affordability and is monitoring the situation closely, but it is too early to determine the impact [48][49] Question: How do you balance growth in lower NIM assets with buyback opportunities? - Management indicated that they can pursue both loan growth and stock buybacks, as they have significant capital generation capacity [52][56] Question: What is the company's stance on M&A? - Management feels no pressure to pursue M&A and is focused on organic growth opportunities, but would consider strategic acquisitions if they align with their goals [68][69] Question: What drove the increase in commercial non-performers? - Management clarified that the increase is not systemic and is driven by individual borrower issues, with most non-performing assets still performing [79]