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U.S. Bank eyes expansion in crowded Texas, Southeast markets

09/13/18

The Minneapolis bank is betting that it has the heft — and the brand recognition — to compete for deposits in states where its biggest rivals already dominate.

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Where banks can boost transparency in payments

09/13/18

At this year’s Swift Business Forum in New York, executives said banks can build "more intelligent routing" to speed up payments and reduce the cost of processing and delivery.

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Cape Cod Five makes sure its interns stick around

09/13/18

Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank has transformed its summer intern program so that it is more structured and attracts students who could see themselves staying in the industry.

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Thwarted bank buyer shows a gracious side

09/13/18

Washington Federal in Seattle allowed Anchor Bancorp to find another buyer after BSA issues forced it to withdraw its merger application.

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Mastercard, Microsoft take a global approach to B2B automation

09/13/18

The payments company released a platform made up of nine B2B networks and powered by Microsoft’s Azure.

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Here’s what the CFPB’s sandbox should look like

09/13/18

The former head of the agency’s innovation initiative, Project Catalyst, argues the bureau can take several steps to update its innovation policies.

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Trump says ‘nervous mess’ Dimon lacks smarts for presidency

09/13/18

The Thursday morning tweet came in response to comments from JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon in which the banker questioned the president's intelligence.

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Park in Ohio doubles down in the Carolinas with latest acquisition

09/13/18

The company will pay $142 million for Carolina Alliance Bank three months after buying NewDominion in Charlotte, N.C.

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In praise of Gerspach; Equifax’s other concern

09/13/18

Bullish update by the accomplished Citi CFO boosts shares; credit bureau may have been distracted by prior incident.

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Mortgage fraud at highest level in seven years: Report

09/13/18

There are several reasons, including the fact that many prospective borrowers are finding it harder to qualify for a mortgage and obscuring the truth as a result.

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