Consumer banking

Huntington launches automated savings tool

09/08/20

The Ohio regional added a feature to its mobile app that analyzes a customer's spending habits before sweeping small amounts of cash into a savings account.

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Measuring the pandemic's impact: 5 takeaways from NCUA's Q2 data

09/08/20

A new report from the National Credit Union Administration shows how hard the industry was hit during the second quarter as businesses closed and consumer spending dropped.

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To lure Gen Z, credit unions power up with online gaming

09/04/20

Texas Trust Credit Union boosted loan volumes with marketing tool inspired by “Game of Thrones,” but gamification strategies can be risky due to data privacy concerns.

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Wells Fargo gets top marks for COVID-19 safety

09/03/20

When it comes to branch cleanliness and mask-wearing, the San Francisco bank is more diligent than its rivals in helping to reduce the spread of coronavirus, according to a new study.

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NEFCU adds 14 counties to field of membership

09/03/20

The Vermont-based credit union received the OK from federal regulators to add 650,000 potential members to its FOM, an increase of 15%.

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It's time to tie banks' business models to customer well-being

09/02/20

A three-stage plan combining data analysis, public disclosure and market-based regulatory intervention would better align financial services with what consumers really need.

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Wells Fargo offers new account with no minimum balances or overdrafts

09/01/20

The bank said the account is geared to consumers who want better control over their spending or are new to banking.

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Sound Credit Union in Wash. buying branch from First Interstate

08/31/20

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

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Sound Credit Union in Wash. buying branch from First Interstate

08/31/20

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

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Midland States in Illinois to sell FHA origination platform

08/28/20

The company said the sale will provide more consistent financial results and allow it to redeploy funds to support other businesses.

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