WELLS FARGO & COMPANY

Wells Fargo upgraded Becton Dickinson (NYSE:BDX) from Equal Weight to Overweight, raising its price target to $242 from $170, citing improved execution and conservative fiscal year 2027 guidance. The company demonstrated strong sales growth in the fiscal third and fourth quarters, exceeding expectations despite headwinds. Becton Dickinson has also increased its dividend for 55 consecutive years, indicating strong financial stability, and is considered undervalued by InvestingPro analysis despite trading near its 52-week high.

Associated Banc Corp has acquired a new position in Bank Of Montreal (NYSE:BMO), purchasing 8,834 shares valued at approximately $1,477,000 during the third quarter. Other institutional investors also made significant purchases. Bank Of Montreal recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, and declared a quarterly dividend of C$1.71 per share.

Associated Banc Corp has initiated a new position in Amcor PLC, acquiring 43,395 shares valued at approximately $1.82 million. Analysts currently hold a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for Amcor with an average price target of $49.36. Despite reporting quarterly revenue of $6.13 billion, which exceeded estimates, Amcor's earnings per share of $0.95 narrowly missed consensus projections.

Associated Banc Corp recently purchased 53,416 shares of Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) worth approximately $4,276,000 in the third quarter. Other institutional investors also initiated new positions in WFC, with 75.90% of the stock owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. Wells Fargo reported strong earnings, topping consensus estimates, announced a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share, and received a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with an average price target of $98.11.

A new Wells Fargo survey, conducted by Morning Consult, reveals that U.S. veterans report higher career satisfaction, greater financial confidence, and more optimism about the impact of artificial intelligence compared to non-veterans. Despite these positive outcomes, nearly half of veterans still find the transition from military to civilian life challenging. The study highlights the importance of employer support, including skills-based hiring and veteran programs, to help veterans translate their military experience into successful civilian careers.

A recent Wells Fargo survey, conducted by Morning Consult, reveals that veterans report higher career satisfaction, greater financial confidence, and more optimism about artificial intelligence compared to non-veterans. While veterans show strong positive outcomes, nearly half found the transition from military to civilian life difficult, highlighting a need for continued employer support programs. The study emphasizes the value veterans bring to the workforce and identifies areas where employers can further assist them.

Wells Fargo Finance LLC, guaranteed by Wells Fargo & Company, has filed a Form FWP for Market Linked Securities—Auto-Callable with Fixed Percentage Buffered Downside, linked to the Nasdaq-100 Index and due November 29, 2030. These securities offer automatic calls with fixed premiums if the Underlier meets certain conditions, and carry principal at risk if not called and the ending value falls below the threshold. The offering involves various risks, including credit risk and the potential for loss of principal.

Wells Fargo Finance LLC, guaranteed by Wells Fargo & Company, has filed a Form FWP for Market Linked Securities due November 29, 2029. These principal at-risk securities are linked to the S&P 500 Index and offer leveraged upside participation to a cap and fixed percentage buffered downside. The term sheet outlines the summary of terms, potential payout profiles, and critical risk considerations for investors.