Peoples Bank in Arkansas once used brokered deposits to fund more loans to underserved borrowers. It could do so again if Congress loosens restrictions, says CEO Mary Fowler.
An article in The Atlantic warning that collateralized loan obligations will be banks’ next downfall overestimates the risk of these securities.
The global bank’s overhaul plan will put taxpayers and the financial system at risk.
Software startups say bringing borrowers, builders and lenders onto one digital platform can remove some of the risks lenders faced during the crisis.