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Why Trump still faces an uphill climb to ease regulations

01/20/17

The financial services industry has high hopes that President Trump will usher in a new era of less regulation and economic growth. Here are challenges his administration will face.

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Fifth Third partners with VC firm for fintech guidance

01/20/17

The Cincinnati bank will be advised by QED Investors on its fintech strategy.

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FHA price cut officially halted moments after Trump sworn in

01/20/17

The Department of Housing and Urban Development announced Friday that the reduction in mortgage insurance premiums “has been suspended indefinitely.”

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Banks should slow down to get blockchain right

01/20/17

Bank consortium R3 CEV, one of the most well-funded blockchain working groups, has endured criticism for its meticulous process. But if blockchains are most valuable with a network effect, maybe forgoing some agility is worth the long while.

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B of A, Wells branches vandalized in D.C. before inauguration

01/20/17

Windows smashed, no injuries reported.

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Loan growth, rising yields boost profits at Citizens Financial

01/20/17

Citizens Financial Group in Providence, R.I., reported bigger profits in the fourth quarter on the strength of loan growth and improvements in its loan yield.

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As Trump takes power, fiduciary advocates renew defense of rule

01/20/17

"There is an added sense of urgency now," says Barbara Roper, director of investor protection at the Consumer Federation of America.

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Bankers count ways Trump will boost financial services

01/20/17

On earnings calls this week CEOs expressed optimism for increased loan demand, a softer tone from regulators, a higher SIFI threshold and, potentially, a surge of interest in health savings accounts.

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Carolina Financial to raise $44M in public offering

01/20/17

The South Carolina company plans to use proceeds for acquisitions and organic growth.

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Credit union loophole should be first casualty in tax reform

01/20/17

As President-elect Trump and the new Congress proceed on tax reform, there is one exemption in particular that needs to be closed, shut and buried.

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