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US Bank Fears Rattle Markets $SPY $QQQ $JPM

Shayne Heffernan Ph.D.
Last updated: August 15, 2023 10:00 pm
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Banks are facing a number of challenges right now, including high interest rates, rising deposit rates, and slumping profitability. Now, they have one more worry: bond rating downgrades.

Bank of America (BAC) fell the most, off 3.2%. M&T Bank (MTB) was down 4.2%. Western Alliance (WAL) and Comerica (CMA) fell 4% and 4.5%.

Ratings agencies are warning that banks may have to pay more to sell bonds in the future, due to a number of factors, including:

  • The Federal Reserve raising interest rates, which makes it more expensive for banks to borrow money.
  • Rising inflation, which is eating into banks’ profits.
  • The failures of several mid-size banks this year, which has caused investors to become more cautious about the banking sector.

Banks rely on the sale of bonds to help fund their operations, and ratings agencies are making it clear that those issuances could get more expensive due to a series of pressures making life more difficult for financial institutions across the country.

If banks are forced to pay more to sell bonds, it will increase their costs and put more pressure on their profits. It could also make it more difficult for them to raise the money they need to operate.

In addition to the downgrades from ratings agencies, banks are also facing new demands from regulators. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., the Federal Reserve, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency are proposing that banks with at least $100 billion in assets issue more long-term debt. This would make it easier for banks to hold onto depositors during periods of panic.

The new requirements are likely to add to the challenges facing banks. However, they are also a sign that regulators are taking steps to ensure that banks are prepared for the challenges ahead.

The old bricks and mortar banking model is indeed dead. The rise of digital banking has made it possible for people to bank from anywhere, at any time. This has led to a decline in the number of people who use traditional banks, and a rise in the number of people who use online banks.

There are a number of reasons why the old bricks and mortar banking model is no longer sustainable. First, the cost of maintaining a physical branch network is high. Banks have to pay rent, utilities, and staff costs for each branch. This can be a significant expense, especially for banks with a large number of branches.

Second, the number of people who use traditional banks is declining. More and more people are choosing to bank online, as it is more convenient and cheaper. This trend is likely to continue in the future, as more and more people become comfortable with online banking.

Third, the rise of fintech companies is also making it difficult for traditional banks to compete. Fintech companies are able to offer lower fees and more innovative products than traditional banks. This is making it difficult for traditional banks to attract and retain customers.

As a result of these factors, the old bricks and mortar banking model is no longer sustainable. Banks are either having to close branches or move to a more digital model. Those that fail to adapt will likely go out of business.

Here are some of the key trends that are driving the decline of the old bricks and mortar banking model:

  • The rise of digital banking: People are increasingly using online and mobile banking to conduct their financial transactions. This is because it is more convenient and cheaper than traditional banking.
  • The decline of the traditional branch network: Banks are closing branches as more and more people use digital banking. This is saving banks money, but it is also making it harder for people to access banking services.
  • The rise of fintech companies: Fintech companies are offering innovative financial products and services that are challenging traditional banks. This is putting pressure on traditional banks to compete.

The decline of the old bricks and mortar banking model is a major challenge for the banking industry. Banks need to adapt to the changing needs of customers or they will be left behind.

Shayne Heffernan

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Shayne Heffernan Ph.D. Economist at Knightsbridge holds a Ph.D. in Economics and brings with him over 40 years of trading experience in Asia and hands on experience in Venture Capital, he has been involved in several start ups that have seen market capitalization over $500m and 1 that reach a peak market cap of $15b. He has managed and overseen start ups in Crypto, Mining, Shipping, Technology and Financial Services.
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