Company Description
Bank of America Corporation (NYSE: BAC) is described in its public disclosures as one of the world’s leading financial institutions. The company operates in the commercial banking and broader financial services industry, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses, and large corporations. According to its own descriptions, Bank of America offers banking, investing, asset management, and other financial and risk management products and services, with a primary focus on the United States and additional operations in its territories and more than 35 countries.
Bank of America highlights that it provides what it calls unmatched convenience in the United States. It reports serving nearly 70 million consumer and small business clients through a network of approximately 3,600 retail financial centers and roughly 15,000 ATMs, supported by an award-winning digital banking platform with about 59 million verified digital users. The company also notes that it offers what it describes as industry-leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through online products and services tailored to that segment.
Beyond consumer and small business banking, Bank of America states that it is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking, and trading across a broad range of asset classes. Its wealth management activities include brokerage and advisory services, while its corporate and investment banking and markets activities serve corporations, governments, institutions, and other large clients around the world. These activities align with the broader segment structure referenced in third-party descriptions, which note that Bank of America is organized into consumer banking, global wealth and investment management, global banking, and global markets.
On the consumer side, Bank of America’s own descriptions emphasize its branch and ATM network, digital banking capabilities, and a range of products that include deposit services, lending products, credit and debit cards, and services for small businesses. The company’s disclosures also reference support for mortgage clients and specialized offerings for small business households delivered through digital channels.
In wholesale and institutional markets, Bank of America’s activities, as reflected in available descriptions, include investment banking, corporate and commercial real estate lending, and capital markets operations. The firm’s Merrill Lynch operations are described as providing brokerage and wealth-management services, and its private bank serves high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients. These capabilities are part of the global wealth and investment management and global banking platforms referenced in public materials.
Bank of America’s stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BAC. In addition to its common stock, the company has multiple series of preferred stock and related depositary shares registered for trading, as detailed in its Form 8-K filings. These securities include various non-cumulative preferred stock series and hybrid income term securities, reflecting a diversified capital structure that supports its broad range of banking and financial activities.
The company’s SEC filings also show that it regularly reports quarterly and annual financial results via Form 8-K, and that it conducts investor conference calls and webcasts to discuss its performance and outlook. These events are accompanied by press releases, presentation materials, and supplemental financial information made available to investors.
Bank of America additionally describes a role in community development and philanthropy. Recent company news highlights grants and capital commitments to support disaster recovery, youth programming, arts institutions, and community organizations, as well as zero-interest capital to Community Development Financial Institutions for housing and small business assistance. While these activities are not its primary commercial banking operations, they illustrate how the institution deploys capital and expertise in support of communities where it operates.
According to its own standard company description, Bank of America serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories, and more than 35 countries. Its combination of consumer banking scale, digital capabilities, wealth management, and corporate and investment banking activities positions it as a large, diversified financial institution within the finance and insurance sector.
Stock Performance
Bank of America (BAC) stock last traded at $49.30, up 0.24% from the previous close. Over the past 12 months, the stock has gained 18.8%, ranking #616 in 52-week price change. At a market capitalization of $348.4B, BAC is classified as a mega-cap stock with approximately 7.1B shares outstanding.
Latest News
Bank of America has 10 recent news articles, with the latest published 2 days ago. Of the recent coverage, 4 articles coincided with positive price movement and 5 with negative movement. Key topics include partnership, AI, dividends. View all BAC news →
SEC Filings
Bank of America has filed 5 recent SEC filings, including 5 Form 424B2. The most recent filing was submitted on April 1, 2026. SEC filings provide transparency into a company's financial condition, material events, and regulatory compliance. View all BAC SEC filings →
Insider Radar
Insider selling at Bank of America over the past 90 days can reflect routine portfolio management, scheduled trading plans (Rule 10b5-1), tax planning, or compensation-related dispositions rather than a directional view on the stock.
Financial Highlights
Bank of America generated $113.1B in revenue over the trailing twelve months, and net income was $30.5B, reflecting a 27.0% net profit margin. Diluted earnings per share stood at $3.81. The company generated $12.6B in operating cash flow.
Upcoming Events
Preferred dividend record date
Q1 2026 earnings release
Q1 2026 earnings call
Preferred stock dividend payment
Sweepstakes winners selection
Launch of BofA Rewards
National engagement platform launch
Q2 2026 earnings release
Q2 2026 earnings call
Q4 2026 earnings release
Bank of America has 24 upcoming scheduled events. The next event, "Preferred dividend record date", is scheduled for April 10, 2026 (in 8 days). 8 of the upcoming events are financial in nature, such as earnings calls or quarterly results. Investors can track these dates to stay informed about potential catalysts that may affect the BAC stock price.
Short Interest History
Short interest in Bank of America (BAC) currently stands at 107.4 million shares, up 17.0% from the previous reporting period, representing 1.6% of the float. Over the past 12 months, short interest has increased by 13.8%. This relatively low short interest suggests limited bearish sentiment.
Days to Cover History
Days to cover for Bank of America (BAC) currently stands at 2.3 days. This days-to-cover ratio represents a balanced liquidity scenario for short positions. The days to cover has increased 107.3% over the past year, indicating improving liquidity conditions. The ratio has shown significant volatility over the period, ranging from 1.1 to 3.4 days.
BAC Company Profile & Sector Positioning
Bank of America (BAC) operates in the Banks - Diversified industry within the broader National Commercial Banks sector and is listed on the NYSE. Among dividend-paying stocks, BAC ranks #981 by dividend yield. In monthly performance, the stock ranks #2,034 among all tracked companies.
Investors comparing BAC often look at related companies in the same sector, including Wells Fargo Co (WFC), Hsbc Holdings Plc (HSBC), Jpmorgan Chase (JPM), Royal Bk Can (RY), and Citigroup Inc (C). Comparing financial metrics, valuation ratios, and stock performance across these peers can help investors evaluate BAC's relative position within its industry.