Fed Cuts Rates, Signals Caution Ahead: 5 Bank Stocks Set to Benefit

Key Takeaways The Fed's latest 25-bps cut lifted bank stocks as rate-sensitive sectors outperformed.Lower rates are expected to aid loan demand, credit quality and NII across major banks.BAC, C, KEY, CFG and WFC all saw gains as easing funding pressures support profitability.The Federal Reserve announced its third interest rate cut of 25 basis points yesterday amid persistent inflation and a softening job market. This lowered the Fed funds rates to the 3.5%-3.75% range. “In considering the extent and timing ...