Bank of America's stock soared 9.17% in premarket trading on November 6, 2024, following Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Investors are betting that a Trump administration could usher in a more favorable regulatory environment for banks and the financial sector.
The surge in Bank of America's shares was part of a broader rally in bank stocks, as investors anticipated looser regulations, potentially higher interest rates, and a more business-friendly climate under a Republican-controlled government. Other major U.S. banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup, also saw substantial gains in premarket trading.
Trump's victory is expected to lead to a rollback of some of the stricter regulations imposed on banks after the 2008 financial crisis. During his previous term, Trump advocated for a lighter regulatory touch on the financial industry, arguing that excessive regulations were hindering economic growth and lending activities.