Bank Of America CEO On Buffett's Share Retreat: 'I Don't Know What Exactly He Is Doing ... We Can't Ask'
Portfolio Pulse from Michael Juliano
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan praised Warren Buffett as an investor but has not inquired about Buffett's recent reduction in BofA shares. Berkshire Hathaway has sold nearly $7 billion in BofA shares since mid-July. Moynihan discussed manageable capital rule changes and potential impacts on lending. BofA's Q3 investment banking revenue is expected to slightly increase. BofA shares and related ETFs fell on Tuesday.
September 10, 2024 | 10:07 pm
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Berkshire Hathaway, led by Warren Buffett, has reduced its stake in Bank of America by nearly $7 billion since mid-July. This move may reflect a strategic reallocation of assets.
The reduction in BofA shares by Berkshire Hathaway may indicate a strategic shift, but without further context, the impact on BRK's stock price is neutral.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 70
NEGATIVE IMPACT
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan acknowledged Warren Buffett's reduction in BofA shares but hasn't asked for reasons. BofA's Q3 investment banking revenue is expected to slightly increase. Shares fell 0.48% on Tuesday.
The reduction in Buffett's stake could signal a lack of confidence, impacting investor sentiment negatively. However, the expected increase in Q3 revenue provides a slight positive outlook. Overall, the news is likely to have a short-term negative impact on BAC's stock price.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 100
NEGATIVE IMPACT
First Trust Nasdaq Bank ETF, which holds Bank of America stock, fell 1.71% following the news of Buffett's share reduction in BofA.
The ETF's decline is likely due to its exposure to BofA, which was negatively impacted by Buffett's share reduction. This suggests a short-term negative impact on FTXO.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 60
NEGATIVE IMPACT
IShares U.S. Financial Services ETF, which holds Bank of America, declined 1.11% following the news of Buffett's share reduction in BofA.
The ETF's decline is likely due to its exposure to BofA, which was negatively impacted by Buffett's share reduction. This suggests a short-term negative impact on IYG.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 60
NEGATIVE IMPACT
Invesco KBW Bank ETF, which includes Bank of America, slipped 1.83% after Buffett's reduction in BofA shares.
The ETF's decline is attributed to its exposure to BofA, which was affected by Buffett's share reduction, indicating a short-term negative impact on KBWB.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 60