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Wells Fargo Sees Q2 Investment Banking and Trading Revenue Rising Mid-Teens

May 27, 2026, 6:16 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Positive earnings outlook, even if qualitative, can lift sentiment and attract buyers ahead of any additional guidance; historically, banks' stock reacts to improvements in capital markets revenue expectations when not offset by negative macro news.

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Wells Fargo Chief Executive Charlie Scharf said the bank expects investment banking and trading revenue to rise mid-teens in the second quarter, signaling a healthier capital markets franchise. The lack of a precise target leaves room for upside if volumes and margins hold, making Q2 results and any follow-on guidance the key near-term catalyst for WFC shares.

Wells Fargo expects investment banking and trading revenue to rise mid-teens in Q2.
The forecast comes from Wells Fargo CEO Charlie Scharf on Wednesday.
No exact percentage is disclosed; outcome depends on market conditions.
Positive outlook could lift WFC shares if guidance is corroborated.

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