1 Bank Stock with Exciting Potential and 2 We Brush Off

Banks serve as the backbone of the economy, facilitating lending, deposits, and financial services that keep businesses and consumers moving forward. These institutions have benefited from improved net interest margins and robust credit growth, so it’s no surprise the banking industry has posted a 16.3% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 11.2 percentage points.