News Topic: Branch banking

The acquisition will consolidate United's position in the St. Joseph market, where both institutions are based. ... Read full article

With coronavirus cases on the rise, Hoosier Hills CU in Bedford, Ind., has chosen to temporarily restrict access to its facilities. Observers say other institutions are likely to follow suit eventually, whether they want to or not. ... Read full article

The deal will expand the credit union's reach into western Michigan at a time when a growing number of banks are trimming their networks. ... Read full article

Foreign banks for years have been using technology that folds several communication and information-sharing capabilities into one platform. Now Citigroup and others here are showing interest because of the growing importance of digital in the pandemic. ... Read full article

Many sectors are concerned about making money in an economic downturn, but those fears are higher in the financial sector, according to a study from Arizent. ... Read full article

With its first branch outside the Northeast U.S., the unit of Spanish banking giant Banco Santander wants to reach international clients who are familiar with the brand. ... Read full article

Whether it was their nimble shift to digital, or willingness to interact in new ways with customers in branches, bank employees have met head-on the business challenges posed by the outbreak. ... Read full article

Russia's largest bank is reinventing itself as a technology company and selling its own consumer electronic devices. Its chief tech officer says the moves are all about developing broader, more enduring customer relationships that the bank controls ... Read full article

A nationwide branch network remains a calling card for the entire industry, while also exemplifying the movement's cooperative spirit. ... Read full article

Banks are augmenting their use of masks, distance markers and the like with apps to notify employees of exposure to infected individuals and technology meant to make branch visits safer. ... Read full article

The $282 million-asset institution's new name is intended to build on its work with underserved communities around St. Louis. ... Read full article

U.S. Bank and Regions revamped their apps with accessibility in mind; JPMorgan Chase built a branch for customers who are deaf. Such efforts can help banks appeal to more customers in existing markets. ... Read full article

The Liberty Lake, Wash.-based credit union has agreed to buy four branches from the Roseburg, Ore.-based bank. ... Read full article

Members are completing more of their banking online than ever before, forcing many institutions to rethink their strategies for physical locations. ... Read full article

The deal continues Sound's push into markets north of its Tacoma headquarters. ... Read full article

The deal continues Sound's push into markets north of its Tacoma headquarters. ... Read full article

The largest bank in the U.S. is reportedly in negotiations to lease space from the U.S. Postal Service where it would have ATMs and perhaps take deposits. ... Read full article

The coronavirus pandemic has forced some branches to close, but demand for in-person advice remains strong. ... Read full article