Commercial lending

JPMorgan’s 3Q offers glimpse of big questions facing banking

10/12/18

The largest U.S. bank's strong third quarter did not insulate its leaders from being pressed about the downside of pricey investments in technology, whether capital rules make commercial lending growth hard for big banks to achieve, and whether another economic downturn is edging closer.

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First Republic's 3Q marked by strong revenue growth, rising expenses

10/12/18

Double-digit gains in interest and noninterest income more than offset higher deposit, compensation costs.

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The good, the bad and the unknown in Fed's latest rate hike

10/11/18

The third interest rate increase of the year could have a significant impact on banks' lending, deposit gathering and even M&A decisions. Here's what to expect.

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Is the C&I comeback already over?

10/09/18

Big banks are expected to report that commercial lending weakened in the third quarter thanks to tax cuts, nonbank competition and seasonal factors. It raises questions about whether the second-quarter rally was an anomaly and if an overall economic slowdown is edging closer.

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Wells Fargo adds to gun-loan business, nabbing ex-BofA client

10/05/18

Wells Fargo is doubling down on the gun industry, undaunted by criticism of its deep ties to firearm companies and the National Rifle Association.

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Appraisers balk at plan to 'virtually eliminate' SBA property valuations

09/26/18

The House of Representatives passed two bills that would tie appraisal waivers for Small Business Administration loans to bank rules for commercial real estate loans, despite objections from the Appraisal Institute about its members being cut out of transactions.

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NCUA one-ups bank regulators in easing appraisal limit

09/20/18

Following an increase in the CRE appraisal threshold for community bankers earlier this year, the National Credit Union Administration has proposed an even bigger shift for CUs.

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JPMorgan forms commercial banking group to focus on startups

09/19/18

The New York company said Wednesday that the new group will provide loans and other services to early-stage, consumer-focused companies.

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Regions' explanation for tepid commercial lending: We're being careful

09/13/18

“Who’s to know when the economy may turn?” the head of the Alabama bank said in describing its weak business-loan growth as the byproduct of cautious pricing and underwriting.

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Fincen exempts certain accounts from 'beneficial owner' rule

09/10/18

The agency said it would not apply the data collection requirement for existing accounts that automatically renew or roll over, such as certificates of deposit or commercial credit cards.

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