Shares of banks and financial services companies are trading higher as softer oil prices have driven a decline in Treasury yields, helping ease inflation concerns and support expectations for a more favorable rate environment. The improved macro backdrop has lifted sentiment across the financial sector.

Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation Schedules Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Release

Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation announced it will release its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, on November 6, 2026.

Monness, Crespi & Hardt Initiates Coverage on Affirm with Buy Rating

Financial services firm Monness, Crespi & Hardt has initiated coverage on Affirm Holdings, Inc. with a 'Buy' rating and a price target of $90.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Affirm Holdings, Lowers Price Target to $79

Monness Analyst Upgrades Affirm Holdings

Monness analyst Gustavo Gala has upgraded the rating for Affirm Holdings, Inc. and established a price target of $90.

Affirm Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Sam's Club

Affirm Holdings, Inc. has entered into a multi-year partnership to provide its buy now, pay later installment payment options to Sam's Club shoppers.

Bradesco: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

Bradesco announced a 10 billion Brazilian reais capital increase and double-digit year-over-year loan growth in Q3 2026. The bank is shifting toward collateralized credit and digital automation to maintain profitability while managing credit risk in a high interest rate environment. Rising non-performing loans from government-backed programs are offset by sovereign collateral protection, and AI-driven automation has quadrupled technology delivery capacity without adding staff.