Wells Fargo Trading Volume Drops 28% to 44th Place Despite Strong EPS

On July 17, 2025, Wells Fargo (WFC) experienced a significant decline in trading volume, with a total of $1.744 billion in shares traded, marking a 28.14% decrease from the previous day. This decline placed Wells Fargo at the 44th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price of Wells Fargo also decreased by 0.25%.

Wells Fargo reported a net interest income (NII) of $11.71 billion for the second quarter of 2025, reflecting a 2% year-over-year decrease. This decline was primarily driven by lower interest rates, which impacted the bank's overall earnings. Despite this, Wells Fargo's top line increased by 1% compared to the same period last year, indicating some resilience in the face of economic challenges.

Wells Fargo's adjusted earnings per share (EPS) for the second quarter were $1.54, surpassing market estimates of $1.40. This positive earnings report provided support for the stock, as it demonstrated the company's ability to generate profits despite the challenging economic environment. The better-than-expected EPS results were highlighted by Stephanie Link, chief investment strategist and portfolio manager at Hightower, who named Wells Fargo as her final trade on CNBC's "Halftime Report Final Trades."