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Ohio credit union to buy Cincinnati branch from United Fidelity Bank

02/04/19

Superior is the latest credit union to announce an acquisition involving a bank.

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Can midmarket M&A boost regional banks' fee income?

02/04/19

Consolidation of midsize firms in health care and other industries is expected to heat up in 2019. That’s welcome news to banks that have recently acquired boutique M&A advisory firms.

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Shorter terms, higher rates: How CECL could upend lending

02/04/19

Bankers weigh their options in mortgage and CRE lending as implementation of a new accounting standard nears.

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‘A lot of people are going to get hurt’: Petrou on fintech risk

02/04/19

Policymakers need to update banking regulations to minimize the risks posed by technology companies entering financial services, a well-known policy analyst says in a new paper.

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HGTV shows like 'Fixer Upper' spur demand for home renovation loans

02/04/19

Popular TV shows about house fixers and flippers have sparked consumer interest in remodeling, creating an opportunity for lenders to build a specialty in renovation loans while traditional mortgage lending is weak.

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Credit Unions with the Largest Portfolios of Home Equity Loans

02/04/19

On Sep. 30, 2018. Dollars in thousands.

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Deutsche Bank said to deny loan to Trump Organization in 2016

02/04/19

Deutsche Bank denied a request for a loan by the Trump Organization in the midst of Donald Trump's presidential campaign, in part because the German lender was worried about potential reputational issues, according to a person familiar with the matter.

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Credit Unions with the Largest Portfolios of First Mortgage Loans

02/04/19

On Sep. 30, 2018. Dollars in thousands

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Credit Unions with the Largest Credit Card Portfolios

02/04/19

On Sep. 30, 2018. Dollars in thousands.

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CFPB’s innovation efforts hold promise

02/04/19

The bureau’s updated no-action-letter policy and “product sandbox” proposal are important steps in helping the industry adapt during this period of rapid change.

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