Charlie Scharf
ON THE RECORD · 5 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“We should always consider ways to increase franchise value, including M&A,”
Charlie Scharf · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23
Scharf addressed the bank's openness to strategic acquisitions in a shareholder letter.
“if a great opportunity exists, we will look at it.”
Charlie Scharf · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23
Scharf noted that the bank remains open to evaluating compelling acquisition opportunities.
“we feel no pressure to pursue”
Charlie Scharf · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-23
Scharf stated that Wells Fargo is under no immediate pressure to execute an acquisition.
“This is an incredibly interesting and fun time,”
Charlie Scharf · said 2025-07-15 · reported 2025-07-17
Charlie Scharf expressed enthusiasm during an earnings call following the removal of regulatory balance sheet caps.
“We're starting to see deposit flows, as we've talked about. We've got new account growth. We've got expenses in check. Credit is performing well... We have less constraints.”
Charlie Scharf · said 2025-07-15 · reported 2025-07-17
Charlie Scharf highlighted positive trends in deposit flows, new accounts, and credit performance at Wells Fargo.