Fed says 32 major U.S. banks can absorb over $700 billion in stress-test losses; several lift dividends
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The Fed's stress tests show all 32 large U.S. banks remain above minimum capital requirements even under a severe recession scenario, reinforcing confidence in bank balance sheets and credit availability. Multiple systemically important banks immediately raised dividends and expanded buybacks, signaling excess capital and shareholder-return capacity. The decision not to update stress capital buffers until after the 2027 test reduces near-term regulatory tightening risk for the sector.
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The Federal Reserve’s 2026 bank stress test found all 32 of the largest U.S. banks stayed above minimum capital requirements even under a severe downturn scenario. Several lenders then announced higher quarterly dividends and expanded share repurchases, including JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and State Street, with Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan also approving new buyback plans. The test showed the systemwide aggregate high-quality capital ratio fell from 12.8% to a low of 11.2%, still well above the minimum threshold.
