Comerica Faces Setback with Likely Loss of Treasury Contract
The end of the Direct Express program could significantly impact Comerica's deposits and earnings.
- Comerica likely to lose the Direct Express contract, affecting over $3 billion in deposits.
- The Treasury Department has given preliminary notice of contract non-renewal, but final decision is pending.
- Comerica's stock dropped 10.6% following the announcement and revised earnings guidance.
- Allegations of mismanagement and data breaches have plagued Comerica's handling of the Direct Express program.
- The bank plans to refocus on targeted deposit strategies amid the anticipated loss.