Wells Fargo Earnings Top Street Estimates

Wells Fargo reported net income rose 3% to a record $3.34 billion in the third quarter, thanks to its merger with Wachovia, the bank said. Also, improving credit conditions managed to offset a 7% fall in revenue.
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Wells Fargo to Forgive $772 Million in Risky Home Loans

After allegations of deceptive marketing from eight states, Wells Fargo has reached a settlement agreement. The bank will forgive $772 million in risky home loans and will pay $24 million to help reduce the impact of foreclosur…