Bank Of America: CPI Report, Robust Q2 Earnings, Moderate Valuation

  • Bank of America delivered robust 2Q25 earnings, driven by strong lending, trading, and a 7% YoY increase in net interest income. A higher-for-longer interest rate environment, supported by rising inflation, is bullish for BAC's floating-rate loan portfolio and net interest income outlook. The stock trades at a 17% discount to peers on book value, offering re-rating potential given consistent profitability and reaffirmed 2025 net interest income guidance.