With a low price-to-earnings multiple and a significant presence in Warren Buffett’s investment portfolio, Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF) earns a spot on our list of the 12 Cheap Value Stocks to Buy Now According to Warren Buffett.
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Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF) released its Q2 2025 results on July 22, 2025. While the company posted a net loss of $4.3 billion, its adjusted earnings amounted to $2.8 billion, reflecting strong operational performance. Meanwhile, the net loss was attributed to the impact of the Discover acquisition. The company’s revenue increased due to the partial-quarter contribution from Discover. On the other hand, pre-provision earnings increased by 34%. COF’s management expects strong long-term potential of the acquisition.
Meanwhile, two days later, Citigroup raised its price target from $250 to $275, reinforcing the management’s view of the company’s long-term prospects. Previously, on July 11, 2025, JPMorgan had also increased its target on Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF) from $210 to $245. The analyst attributed the price revision to a reduced risk of ‘left-tailed scenarios’ and improved long-term growth prospects.
Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF), a diversified bank serving consumers and small businesses, offers credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings products. It is included in our list of cheap value stocks to buy.
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