Why Next Week Is a Big Deal for Banks

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In the following video, Motley Fool financial analysts David Hanson and Matt Koppenheffer discuss two very important events for the big American banks coming up over the next two weeks: banking stress tests. David tells investors how the first stress test based on the Dodd-Frank act coming up on March 7 differs from the second CCAR test, which will be on March 14, and lets investors know what key information to look for coming out of these tests.

One of the biggest banks going through these stress tests that many eyes will be focused on is Bank of America. Bank of America's stock doubled in 2012. Is there more yet to come? With significant challenges still ahead, it's critical to have a solid understanding of this megabank before adding it to your portfolio. In The Motley Fool's premium research report on B of A, analysts Anand Chokkavelu, CFA, and Matt Koppenheffer, Financials bureau chief, lift the veil on the bank's operations, and give you three reasons to buy, and three reasons to sell. Click here now to claim your copy. As an added bonus, you'll receive a full year of FREE updates and expert guidance as key news breaks.


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