Financial stocks are set to benefit under a second Trump administration. Bank stocks have rallied since Nov. 5. CNBC Pro screened for names with solid dividends. Morgan Stanley has a 2.8% yield and 10.2% growth. Regions Financial has a 3.8% yield and 18.9% growth. Bank of New York Mellon has a 2.4% yield and 11.3% growth. Other names like Goldman Sachs and Discover Financial also offer solid dividends.

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A report by Datarails and CFO Dive shows 57% of CFOs expect smaller finance depts by 2026 due to AI. 16% expect growth and 27% no change. Those expecting shrinkage predict up to 30% headcount reduction. Sectors like finance, banking see highest reduction. AI can automate tasks. While roles may decline, job cuts aren't always the case. There will be more demand for certain advanced skills. 70% of CFOs plan to invest in AI in 2025 and it's top on the CFO wishlist. The findings are based on a survey of 270 CFOs.

Impressia Bank, launched in 2023 and headquartered in Buffalo's Electric Tower, is led by women. It aims to support the "sheconomy" and address the lack of financial resources for female entrepreneurs. Offering various services and a network of support, it strives for excellence and is committed to building an inclusive economy. It currently serves several states and is recognized on Women's Entrepreneurship Day.

After Trump's election victory, homebuilders rose. The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index increased to 46 in November. Any reading under 50 shows poor conditions. Builders are more confident with Republican power. Mortgage rates rose. They follow Treasury yields. Builders still offer concessions. The sales outlook gauge rose, as did other related gauges.

From March 2022 to July 2023, the Fed raised its benchmark rate 11 times, causing MMA rates to rise. But in September and November, it slashed the rate, leading to falling deposit rates. The national average MMA rate is 0.64% (up from 0.23% two years ago). High-yield accounts offer up to 5% APY. Interest depends on APY and deposit amount. For example, $1000 at 0.64% grows to $1006.42, while $10000 at 5% APY grows to $10512.67.