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Outperform 72 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:72Outperform
Price Target:
$135.00
▲(12.21% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:02/27/26
The score is driven primarily by improved profitability and healthier leverage, supported by upbeat guidance and raised medium-term targets from the latest earnings call. Offsetting these positives are volatile cash flow and uneven revenue trends in the financial statements, plus mixed near-term technical momentum; valuation appears reasonable with a modest dividend yield.
Positive Factors
Improved profitability and margins
Sustained margin expansion and rising net income reflect structural gains from efficiency and scale rather than one-off items. Higher EBIT/pre-tax margins and ROTCE improvement support durable earnings power and greater capacity for reinvestment, capital returns and shock absorption.
Exceptional custody and AUM scale
Huge custody footprint and multi‑trillion AUM create a durable competitive moat through high switching costs, recurring fee opportunities and cross‑sell potential. Scale supports pricing power in servicing, stable fee pools and resilience through market cycles.
Material operating leverage and platform transformation
Repeated positive operating leverage plus a clear platform/AI rollout indicate sustainable productivity gains. Management targets higher pretax margins and ROTCE, implying structural cost discipline and tech-driven efficiency that can sustain margin upside over the medium term.
Negative Factors
Weak top-line momentum
Negative revenue growth in 2025 shows earnings improvement was driven more by expense control than organic top‑line expansion. If revenue recovery lags, margins and returns may be harder to sustain and upside from operational leverage could be constrained.
Volatile cash generation
Large year‑to‑year swings in free cash flow reduce predictability for buybacks, dividends and reinvestment. Cash conversion inconsistency increases sensitivity to market/working capital swings and complicates capital allocation decisions over the medium term.
Fee mix pressure and wealth outflows
Declining/pressured fee businesses and net outflows in parts of Wealth create structural revenue mix risk. A shift toward interest‑driven income or volatile fee lines reduces predictable recurring revenue and heightens exposure to deposit margin cycles.

Bank of New York Mellon (BK) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

Bank of New York Mellon Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionThe Bank of New York Mellon Corporation provides a range of financial products and services in the United States and internationally. The company operates through Securities Services, Market and Wealth Services, Investment and Wealth Management, and Other segments. The Securities Services segment offers custody, trust and depositary, accounting, exchange-traded funds, middle-office solutions, transfer agency, services for private equity and real estate funds, foreign exchange, securities lending, liquidity/lending services, prime brokerage, and data analytics. This segment also provides trustee, paying agency, fiduciary, escrow and other financial, issuer, and support services for brokers and investors. The Market and Wealth Services segment offers clearing and custody, investment, wealth and retirement solutions, technology and enterprise data management, trading, and prime brokerage services; and clearance and collateral management services. This segment also provides integrated cash management solutions, including payments, foreign exchange, liquidity management, receivables processing and payables management, and trade finance and processing services. The Investment and Wealth Management segment offers investment management strategies and distribution of investment products, investment management, custody, wealth and estate planning, private banking, investment, and information management services. The Other segment engages in the provision of leasing, corporate treasury, derivative and other trading, corporate and bank-owned life insurance, renewable energy investment, and business exit services. It serves central banks and sovereigns, financial institutions, asset managers, insurance companies, corporations, local authorities and high net-worth individuals, and family offices. The company was founded in 1784 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
How the Company Makes MoneyBank of New York Mellon generates revenue primarily through fees charged for its various services. The main revenue streams include investment management fees from asset management services, which are based on a percentage of assets under management (AUM), and servicing fees from custody and administration services, which are derived from the safekeeping of client assets and related operational services. Additionally, the company earns revenue from foreign exchange services, securities lending, and other ancillary services. Strategic partnerships with financial institutions and technology providers also enhance its service offerings and contribute to its earnings by expanding its client base and improving operational efficiency.

Bank of New York Mellon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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Assets Under Management
Assets Under Management
Indicates the total market value of assets managed on behalf of clients, reflecting the company's ability to attract and retain client investments, which drives fee-based revenue.
Chart InsightsBNY Mellon's Assets Under Management have shown a gradual recovery since 2022, reaching $2.1 trillion in 2025. Despite this, the latest earnings call highlights that AUM has remained flat year-over-year, with net outflows counterbalancing market value gains. The company is focusing on transformative efforts, including AI integration and strategic partnerships, to drive sustainable growth. However, challenges in investment management fees persist, indicating potential pressure on future revenue streams despite the broader positive financial performance.
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Bank of New York Mellon Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Jan 13, 2026
(Q4-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:Apr 16, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call conveyed strong execution and momentum: record revenue and net income, meaningful operating leverage, robust segment performances (notably Security Services and Markets & Wealth Services), increased medium-term financial targets and progress on AI and platform initiatives. Headwinds are isolated to Investment & Wealth Management flows, some fee pressures (Pershing), deposit margin compression and continued investment-driven expense growth. On balance the positive financial results, clear guidance, raised targets and evidence of commercial traction outweigh the challenges.
Q4-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Record Financial Results
Full-year 2025 record net income of $5.3 billion on record revenue of $20.1 billion (total revenue +8% YoY). Return on tangible common equity (ROTCE) of 26% for the year. Full-year net interest income up 15% YoY. Full-year expenses up 3%, supporting positive operating leverage and margin expansion.
Strong Q4 Performance and EPS Growth
Q4 total revenue of $5.2 billion (+7% YoY) with fee revenue +5%. Net interest income in the quarter +13% YoY. Reported EPS for Q4 was $2.02 (+31% YoY); full-year EPS was $7.40 (+28% YoY; $7.50 excluding notable items, +24%). Provision for credit losses was a benefit of $26 million in the quarter.
Material Operating Leverage and Margin Improvement
Generated 507 basis points of positive operating leverage on a reported basis in 2025 (411 bps excluding notable items). Full-year reported pretax margin improved to 35% (36% excluding notable items); Q4 pretax margin ~36% and return on tangible common equity was 27% for the quarter.
Security Services Momentum
Security Services revenue $2.5 billion in Q4 (+7% YoY). Investment services fees in the segment +11% YoY. ETF AUC/A reached $3.8 trillion (+34% YoY) with 2,500+ funds serviced (+22% YoY). Segment pretax income $838 million (+30% YoY) and pretax margin ~34%, exceeding the prior medium-term target of >=30%.
Markets & Wealth Services Strength
Markets & Wealth Services revenue $1.8 billion in Q4 (+8% YoY). Clearance and Collateral Management investment services fees +15% YoY; average collateral balances $7.5 trillion (+15% YoY). Net new assets at Pershing were $51 billion in Q4. Segment net interest income +20% YoY and pretax margin ~49%.
Capital Returns and Balance Sheet Strength
Returned $5 billion of capital to shareholders in 2025 via dividends and buybacks; Q4 capital returned $1.4 billion with a total payout ratio of 100%. CET1 ratio ended Q4 at 11.9% (up 17 bps sequentially). Liquidity metrics remained strong: LCR 112% and NSFR 130%.
Progress on Platform Operating Model and AI
Transitioned ~50% of people into platform operating model during 2025, bringing >70% of people into the model overall. Deployed over 130 digital employees in 2025 and scaled the enterprise AI platform 'Eliza' with collaborations (Google Cloud, OpenAI), targeting capacity gains and productivity improvements.
Raised Medium-Term Financial Targets and 2026 Guidance
Increased medium-term targets: pretax margin target raised by 500 bps to 38% and ROTCE target raised by 500 bps to 28%. 2026 guidance: total revenue (ex-notable items) ~+5% YoY (market-dependent), expense growth ~3%–4% and target of >=100 bps positive operating leverage for 2026.
Commercial Model and Client Wins
Record sales performance for the year; number of clients buying 3+ services increased by ~64% over two years. Notable client wins in Q4 include WisdomTree (banking-as-a-service for digital assets), a front-to-back win with an active asset manager, and Japan's Government Pension Investment Fund for private markets data/analytics. 10% of 2025 sales were new logos.
Negative Updates
Investment & Wealth Management Underperformance
Investment & Wealth Management revenue declined 2% YoY to $854 million and pretax income fell 14% YoY to $148 million (pretax margin 17%). Q4 saw net outflows of $3 billion, including $23 billion of net outflows from long-term strategies (partially offset by $20 billion into cash), signaling pressure in long-term AUM flows.
Pershing and Fee Mix Pressures
Pershing investment services fees declined 2% YoY, partly due to prior-year de-conversion activity. Management indicated fees may be more muted versus NII in 2026, and fee growth is not expected to fully offset other variability in revenue composition.
Deposit Margin Compression and NII Composition Risk
Although NII grew (Q4 +13% YoY; full-year +15% YoY), results were partially offset by deposit margin compression noted in the quarter. Management flagged that December was a particularly strong NII month that may not fully annualize; average balances are expected to be roughly flat in 2026, creating reliance on reinvestment into higher-yielding securities for NII growth.
Expense and Reinvestment Headwinds
Expenses increased (full-year +3% reported; Q4 expenses flat YoY but +4% ex-notable items) driven by higher investments, employee merit increases and an unfavorable weaker U.S. dollar. Guidance expects expenses +3%–4% in 2026, which could constrain margin upside if revenue growth underperforms assumptions.
Revenue Sensitivity in Some Areas (FX & Volatility)
Security Services foreign exchange revenue was down 3% YoY in Q4 due to lower spreads from reduced volatility, demonstrating sensitivity of certain revenue streams to market conditions.
Digital Asset and Tokenization Initiatives Still Early-Stage
Launched tokenized deposits capability, Dreyfus Stablecoin Reserves Fund and other digital asset initiatives. While strategically important, these efforts are nascent and monetization/adoption paths remain uncertain at scale in the near term.
Company Guidance
BNY guided 2026 total revenue (ex-notable items) to grow about 5% year‑over‑year (market‑dependent) with expenses (ex‑notable items) planned to rise roughly 3–4%, targeting >100 basis points of positive operating leverage; management said net interest income should be a little ahead of 5% while fee growth may be a bit below 5%. The bank expects average balances to be roughly flat in 2026, will continue reinvesting maturing securities (citing a ~100–150 bp pickup on reinvestment), and anticipates a quarterly tax rate of ~23% (with a Q1 tax benefit from annual vesting) and elevated Q1 staff expense for long‑term incentive vesting. Over the medium term BNY raised its targets by 500 bps each — pretax margin to 38% (from ≥33%) and return on tangible common equity to 28% (from ≥23%) — while keeping its Tier 1 leverage management target at 5.5–6% (managing to the upper end); liquidity remains strong (LCR 112%, NSFR 130%) and capital returns continued (Q4 capital returned $1.4bn, full‑year $5.0bn, FY25 payout ratio 100%).

Bank of New York Mellon Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Profitability and margins improved materially (higher net income and EBIT margin) and leverage improved (lower debt-to-equity, higher ROE). Offsetting this, revenue momentum is uneven (negative in 2025 in the provided statements) and free cash flow has been notably volatile, including a negative year in 2024.
Income Statement
74
Positive
Profitability has improved meaningfully over the last three annual periods, with net income rising from $3.3B (2023) to $5.5B (2025) and net margins expanding from ~9.8% to ~14.1%. Operating performance also strengthened as EBIT margin improved from ~12.7% (2023) to ~18.0% (2025). The key weakness is top-line momentum: revenue growth turned negative in 2025 (-2.9%) after modest growth in 2024 (~0.2%), suggesting earnings gains were driven more by efficiency/expense control than by sustained revenue expansion.
Balance Sheet
71
Positive
Leverage has improved, with debt-to-equity falling from ~1.10 (2024) to ~0.76 (2025) as total debt declined and equity increased. Returns are solid and trending up, with return on equity improving from ~8.1% (2023) to ~12.5% (2025). The main constraint is that the balance sheet still carries substantial absolute debt ($33.9B in 2025), and prior-year leverage was higher, indicating sensitivity if operating conditions weaken.
Cash Flow
62
Positive
Cash generation is volatile. 2025 showed strong cash performance with operating cash flow of $6.7B and free cash flow of $5.2B, a sharp rebound from negative free cash flow in 2024 (-$0.8B) despite positive net income. The swing from 2024 to 2025 is a clear positive, but the inconsistency year-to-year reduces confidence in durability and makes cash conversion less predictable.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue39.24B39.55B33.79B19.80B15.86B
Gross Profit19.86B18.19B17.37B16.15B15.86B
EBITDA8.36B7.65B6.17B5.26B6.51B
Net Income5.55B4.53B3.30B2.56B3.76B
Balance Sheet
Total Assets472.30B416.06B409.88B405.78B444.44B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments190.69B200.61B238.93B225.56B266.75B
Total Debt33.88B45.44B46.24B43.19B38.25B
Total Liabilities427.49B374.30B368.97B364.93B401.05B
Stockholders Equity44.31B41.32B40.77B40.73B43.03B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow5.18B-782.00M4.69B13.72B1.62B
Operating Cash Flow6.73B687.00M5.91B15.07B2.84B
Investing Cash Flow-44.28B-9.48B-5.81B19.87B19.67B
Financing Cash Flow39.71B6.34B-3.52B-33.65B-21.96B

Bank of New York Mellon Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price120.31
Price Trends
50DMA
119.00
Positive
100DMA
113.79
Positive
200DMA
105.15
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
-0.38
Positive
RSI
52.00
Neutral
STOCH
38.19
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For BK, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 120.31 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 120.14, above the 50-day MA of 119.00, and above the 200-day MA of 105.15, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of -0.38 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 52.00 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 38.19 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for BK.

Bank of New York Mellon Risk Analysis

Bank of New York Mellon disclosed 1 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Bank of New York Mellon reported the most risks in the "Legal & Regulatory" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

Bank of New York Mellon Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (68)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
72
Outperform
$80.21B15.7512.96%1.71%4.22%51.01%
69
Neutral
$14.12B24.964.58%5.33%2.31%5.71%
68
Neutral
$18.00B11.429.92%3.81%9.73%1.22%
67
Neutral
$42.51B12.8560.51%1.26%5.76%39.77%
66
Neutral
$11.63B-16.56-2.10%3.08%6.64%
66
Neutral
$35.46B13.5311.07%2.43%5.62%49.49%
58
Neutral
$26.74B16.1913.37%2.21%-4.52%7.01%
* Financial Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
BK
Bank of New York Mellon
121.61
36.51
42.91%
AMP
Ameriprise Financial
486.98
-32.33
-6.23%
BEN
Franklin Resources
27.43
8.71
46.50%
IVZ
Invesco
27.09
10.56
63.86%
STT
State Street
132.27
37.59
39.69%
NTRS
Northern
147.59
41.39
38.97%

Bank of New York Mellon Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and Financing
BNY Mellon Plans Series M Preferred Stock Offering
Neutral
Feb 26, 2026

On February 26, 2026, Bank of New York Mellon announced a proposed public offering of depositary shares, each representing a 1/100th interest in a new Series M Noncumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, with final pricing yet to be determined. The bank plans to use any net proceeds for general corporate purposes, which may include redeeming some or all of its existing Series F and Series H preferred stock in March and September 2026, respectively, though any such redemptions and the closing of the offering remain contingent on market conditions and further decisions by the company.

The most recent analyst rating on (BK) stock is a Buy with a $143.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bank of New York Mellon stock, see the BK Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and FinancingRegulatory Filings and Compliance
BNY Mellon Issues $1.55 Billion Callable Senior Notes
Positive
Jan 22, 2026

On January 22, 2026, The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation issued $1.25 billion of 4.026% Fixed Rate / Floating Rate Callable Senior Medium-Term Notes Series J due 2030 and $300 million of Floating Rate Callable Senior Medium-Term Notes Series J due 2030, all registered under the Securities Act of 1933 via an existing shelf registration. The transaction enhances BNY Mellon’s funding profile and capital markets flexibility by adding a combined $1.55 billion in callable senior debt maturing in 2030, which may support ongoing balance sheet management and future growth initiatives while signaling continued access to investment-grade debt markets.

The most recent analyst rating on (BK) stock is a Buy with a $143.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bank of New York Mellon stock, see the BK Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
BNY Mellon Posts Record 2025 Earnings and Revenue
Positive
Jan 13, 2026

On January 13, 2026, BNY reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, posting diluted earnings per share of $2.02 for the quarter, or $2.08 on an adjusted basis, and full-year EPS of $7.40, or $7.50 adjusted. The bank delivered record 2025 net income of $5.3 billion on record revenue of $20.1 billion, achieved a return on tangible common equity of 26%, and generated eight consecutive quarters of positive operating leverage, leading to a 28% year-over-year increase in EPS and $5.0 billion of capital returned to shareholders. Fourth-quarter revenue rose 7% year-on-year to $5.18 billion, driven by higher fee revenue and net interest income, while assets under custody and/or administration reached $59.3 trillion and assets under management $2.2 trillion, underscoring the scale of its franchise. Key profitability metrics also improved, with a 36% pre-tax operating margin, 14.5% return on equity and 26.6% ROTCE in the quarter, supporting management’s view that its multi-year transformation program is delivering results and enabling the company to raise its medium-term financial targets and pursue greater scale and growth across its platforms.

The most recent analyst rating on (BK) stock is a Buy with a $143.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bank of New York Mellon stock, see the BK Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board Changes
BNY Mellon Elects Charles F. Lowrey to Board
Positive
Dec 11, 2025

On December 9, 2025, BNY Mellon’s Board of Directors elected Charles F. Lowrey as an independent member, effective February 15, 2026, expanding the board to 12 directors. Additionally, the Human Resources and Compensation Committee awarded CEO Robin Vince a $25 million equity award and stock options, recognizing his leadership and commitment to shareholder value. This move underscores the company’s focus on leadership continuity and aligning executive compensation with shareholder interests.

The most recent analyst rating on (BK) stock is a Hold with a $109.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bank of New York Mellon stock, see the BK Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Feb 27, 2026