2 Bank Stocks That Could Soar in 2026

2026-01-29 13:12:00 ET

The S&P 500 just reached a new all-time high, and many stocks look expensive right now. But there are still some bargains to be found, and that's especially true in the financial sector. Here are two bank stocks that recently reported earnings, and why they could be excellent choices for long-term investors at their current prices.

Ally Financial (NYSE: ALLY) is one of the most interesting bank stocks in the market. It was spun out of General Motors (NYSE: GM) in the wake of the financial crisis and, not surprisingly, specializes in auto loans. In fact, it is the largest auto lender in the U.S. that isn't owned by an automaker. Ally is also the largest online-only bank in the United States with $144 billion in retail deposits.

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