U.S. Banks Face Earnings Pressure from Rising Interest Rates
Net interest income declines across major banks as higher deposit costs and loan charge-offs impact financial performance.
- U.S. Bancorp forecasts a decline in net interest income for 2024, citing higher interest rates affecting deposit mix and pricing.
- Large U.S. banks report a collective drop in profits, with increased interest expenses significantly impacting first quarter earnings.
- Bank of America's first-quarter profits fall 18%, driven by higher loan charge-offs and rising costs for deposits.
- Investment banking fees show signs of recovery, benefiting banks like Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley with substantial increases.
- Banks continue to provision for losses from the 2023 bank failures, adding financial strain to their quarterly results.