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How other nations treat credit unions' tax status

04/24/18

Long considered a political third rail in the U.S., the movement's tax exemption is taking some heat. Here's a sampling of how other countries have handled this debate.

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Warren fires off 100-plus questions for CFPB's Mulvaney

04/24/18

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is asking acting CFPB Director Mick Mulvaney to clarify his philosophy on enforcement, provide details on the high pay for political appointees and answer other questions.

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Wells Fargo, you’re the worst’: Scenes from testy annual meeting

04/24/18

CEO Tim Sloan and board chair Elizabeth Duke fielded tough questions Tuesday on everything from the embattled bank’s culture to its ties to the private prison industry.

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National Commerce in Ala. to expand Atlanta operations with acquisition

04/24/18

The company agreed to buy Landmark Bancshare in Marietta, Ga., for $115 million.

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Credit card, auto lending drive earnings growth at Capital One

04/24/18

Double-digit gains in the bank's two largest loan categories offset declines in commercial and home loans.

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After tech ramp-up, Fifth Third seeks advice on cost cuts

04/24/18

Its decision to hire a consultant to trim expenses highlights the difficulty regionals face in making long-term technology investments in a low-growth era.

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Are banks heading for a Facebook-style data crisis?

04/24/18

In a survey, bankers conceded they may not be doing enough to avoid the mistakes social media giants made in the use of unverified data.

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Reg relief in limbo as House, Senate refuse to budge

04/24/18

House Republicans are continuing to push the Senate to add more measures to a bill to give regulatory relief to community banks.

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Why Huntington CEO isn’t sweating higher deposit costs

04/24/18

The Ohio bank's total deposits grew, unlike at some other regionals, and CEO Stephen Steinour said its 28-basis-point increase in overall funding costs will pay off.

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Why this asset management firm is seeking deposit insurance

04/24/18

AssetMark Trust plans to offer a product for the $1 billion in cash it holds for clients.

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