In today’s uncertain business environment, many bank CEOs aspire to grow noninterest income to strengthen strategic and financial performance. As other fee income sources come under pressure, wealth management offers growth, stability, and defensibility. Yet banks routinely underinvest in this area.
Our analysis reveals clear opportunities to optimize noninterest income by maximizing wealth management’s contribution and provides practical insights leaders can share with their CEOs and CFOs. It is based on data from Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) Call Reports. Clients of Datos Insights’ Wealth Management service can download this report.
About the Author

David Beckoff
David Beckoff is a research director with more than 15 years of experience delivering practical business insights to senior executives across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. He has specialized in building research programs, shaping thought leadership, and equipping decision-makers with actionable strategies. Most recently, David served as a research advisor with Wise Insights, focusing on the wealth management industry. Prior...