SunTrust Banks IncSTI

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Stock Research and Analysis

by Gaston F. Ceron

SunTrust's roots reach back into the 1800s, as a predecessor of a company that later merged with SunTrust received its charter in 1811, but it was beginning in the late 20th century that SunTrust truly made its impact felt throughout the South. Based Read more

Bulls Say

SunTrust's efforts to lower costs demonstrate management's concerns about controlling expenses and should help increase earnings.

A gradually expanding economy will offer opportunities for SunTrust to increase its loan book and earnings. Read more

Bears Say

SunTrust has a recent history of weak results, evidenced by underwhelming returns.

The possibility of additional mortgage putbacks could limit SunTrust's earnings growth. Read more

Management

We regard SunTrust's stewardship of shareholder capital as standard. The company is led by chairman and CEO William Rogers. He has been CEO since 2011 after serving as chief operating officer. We believe that Rogers, who has a long career in banking, Read more

Profile

Based in Atlanta, SunTrust Banks is a regional banking company with a focus on the Southern U.S. SunTrust has a large presence in Florida and also operates through branches Read more