Banks are thermometers for the economy. Here are 3 things to watch when they report earnings.
1. JPMorgan kicks off earnings season, impacting market sentiment. 2. Focus on credit quality predictions; predictions are divided among analysts. 3. Loan growth may soften due to increased competition from non-bank lenders. 4. AI investments by banks could shape their future earnings significantly. 5. Banks viewed as economic barometers; cracks in consumer strength are key.