Bank of America Corporation issued BAC-K, a non-cumulative preferred with a 5.875% coupon on $25 par. The issuer is in financial services.
Company description
Bank of America Corporation operates as a global financial institution, delivering a wide array of banking and financial solutions through its various subsidiaries. Its extensive clientele includes individual consumers, small and mid-sized businesses, institutional investors, large corporations, and governmental entities across the world. The Consumer Banking division caters to individuals with a comprehensive suite of personal financial products. These encompass various savings options (traditional, money market), certificates of deposit (CDs), and IRAs, alongside both interest-bearing and non-interest-bearing checking accounts. It also facilitates investment accounts, provides credit and debit cards, and offers a range of lending solutions such as residential mortgages, home equity lines, and direct or indirect consumer loans for purposes like auto or recreational vehicle purchases. Within its Global Wealth & Investment Management segment, the bank delivers specialized services focused on wealth accumulation and preservation. This includes investment management, brokerage services, private banking, and trust and retirement planning. They also provide tailored wealth management strategies and specialized asset management offerings. The Global Banking segment extends a variety of lending products, such as commercial loans, leasing arrangements, commitment facilities, trade finance, and both commercial real estate and asset-backed lending. It also offers sophisticated treasury solutions, encompassing cash management, foreign exchange services, short-term investment vehicles, and merchant services. Furthermore, this segment assists clients with working capital management, engages in debt and equity underwriting and distribution, and provides advisory services for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions. Bank of America's Global Markets segment facilitates financial transactions through market-making activities, provides financing, and offers crucial securities clearing, settlement, and custody services. It also develops and implements risk management products, leveraging a wide array of financial instruments including interest rate, equity, credit, currency, and commodity derivatives, as well as foreign exchange, fixed-income, and mortgage-backed products. As of December 31, 2021, the corporation boasted an extensive client base, serving around 67 million consumer and small business customers. This reach is supported by approximately 4,200 retail financial centers and an expansive network of 16,000 ATMs. Furthermore, its digital banking platforms were actively utilized by roughly 41 million users. Tracing its origins back to 1784, Bank of America maintains its headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.