Charles Schwab CorpSCHWTOP PICKMar 07, 2018Stock price when the opinion was issued
As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.
Previously caught up in regional bank concerns, and now interest rates coming down not necessarily good (less $$ earned on the float kept for customers). Can't win. Great platform, makes a lot of money, so no worries about the company. Trading volume has probably slowed a bit. Well run. He's not interested.
He's been recommending this since last year's regional bank crisis when Schwab got caught in the crosshairs. It's a premier brokerage house with an amazing franchise. It was insane that shares nearly plunged in half. Last Monday, they reported a great quarter which sent shares 5% higher as the averages sank. Reported top and bottom line beats and added 1 million new accounts in Q1.
He likes the financial sector. This company has used technology to make the customer experience better. Over 40% of their earnings come from simple net interest margins on deposits. Asset management fees account for another 40% and it grew by 56% per year. This company is able to drop prices, but still increase earnings. Yield 0.7%. (Analysts’ price target is $60.78 )