Hugh Son, a senior banking reporter at CNBC, provided an analysis of Wall Street’s recent performance amidst increasing market volatility. Trading desks on Wall Street are capitalizing on tariff-related fluctuations, enhancing their profitability. In contrast, regional banks face challenges such as slow loan growth and deposit issues. Son’s commentary underscores a growing divide in financial performance between larger institutions and regional banks as they navigate the complexities of today’s economic climate.