The Real Eisman Playbook

The Bank Stock Rout: Separating Facts From Fiction | The Weekly Wrap

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Oct 17, 2025
Dive into the chaos of the bank stock rout and discover what it really means for the financial sector. Unpack the ongoing trade war as Trump’s tariff threats create ripples in the market. Get insights on the balance between consumer and commercial credit trends, and how certain regional banks face crises due to fraudulent lending. Plus, explore the impact of AI on the workforce and hear updates on upcoming earnings reports. It’s a wild ride through finance that you won’t want to miss!
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Trade Headlines Move Markets

  • The U.S.-China trade narrative remains volatile as markets react to every headline.
  • Steve Eisman cautions that gamesmanship likely ends in a negotiated solution, so don't overtrade every development.
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Capital Markets Power Big Banks

  • Banks led earnings season with generally strong results, driven by investment banking and trading.
  • Eisman says these capital-markets wins underlie a growing M&A-driven earnings tailwind for large banks.
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Consumer Credit Still Solid

  • Consumer credit held up well and shows no broad stress from slower hiring.
  • Commercial credit showed some pockets of deterioration but not systemic distress yet.
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