Stock price when the opinion was issued
Excellent growth rate. Prospects look strong for the company. Would be top US bank to pick at this time. Very strong balance sheet with good lending capabilities. Share price expected to continue to rise. Recent quarter results excellent - continue to beat expectations. Dividend very good and reliable.
Banks earnings happen next Wednesday: JPM, Goldman, Wells Fargo and Citi. He expects good reports from all. The expected increase in M&A will benefit all. These stocks are off their highs at very low PEs. He's been buying them.