Consumer lending

Goldman Sachs execs ask for patience on digital brand Marcus

10/15/19

During the firm's earnings conference call, Chairman and CEO David Solomon attempted to reassure investors about the costs of Marcus, declining to say when the investment bank might break even on the initiative.

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High-cost lenders already seeking ways around crackdown in California

10/15/19

A law signed last week by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom caps interest rates on installment loans. But three large lenders are looking to avoid its restrictions by partnering with banks.

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The next Elizabeth Warren? How Katie Porter is shaking up House banking panel

10/14/19

The California Democrat is less recognizable nationally than other progressives elected to the House in 2018. But she may be "the most feared freshman" on the Financial Services Committee.

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Auto lenders brace for hit from ride-sharing services

10/11/19

As apps like Uber and Lyft gain more traction, the need for new cars ⁠— and loans ⁠— is expected to diminish.

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LendingClub's new pitch to institutional investors

10/10/19

The company has rolled out an online platform for firms considering marketplace loans as an asset class.

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EU to regulate Libra; Robinhood joins online deposit war

10/09/19

The EU wants to protect the euro and ensure Facebook’s digital currency isn’t used for money laundering; the brokerage is partnering with six banks to offer 2% on account balances.

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Auto, home equity are soft spots in consumer lending

10/08/19

Delinquencies on indirect auto and home equity loans are trending up, while past-due rates on credit cards are declining, according to a recent report by the American Bankers Association.

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Small-dollar loan formula eludes banks, credit unions

09/26/19

Their challenge is creating a viable, profitable product that doesn't get flagged for being predatory.

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Fintech lenders taking more market share from banks, survey finds

09/25/19

Digital-first lenders more than doubled their market share in the last four years, according to a report by Experian.

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RBS taps Alison Rose as CEO, first woman to run U.K. lender

09/20/19

Royal Bank of Scotland promoted Alison Rose to chief executive officer, making her the first woman to run one of Britain's big four lenders.

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