Regional banks

Mortgage activity rising after Fed's emergency rate cut, Truist chief says

03/10/20

While clients are uneasy about the spread of coronavirus, Kelly King touted the added volume his company has seen from lower rates.

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Rate cut could prompt even tighter margins, mortgage surge

03/03/20

The Fed’s decision to cut its benchmark interest rate amid growing coronavirus concerns is bound to have an impact on banks, but just how broad and how deep remains to be seen.

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Banks walk fine line in preparing for a coronavirus outbreak in U.S.

02/26/20

As the COVID-19 virus spreads globally, many U.S. financial institutions are said to be taking steps to protect employees and minimize disruption. But only a handful are sharing specifics, to avoid contributing to any public panic.

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A vetting guide for banks mulling fintech partnerships

02/19/20

The game has changed and bank executives will have to do more homework before striking a deal.

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The big squeeze: Banks pushed to hike pay at inopportune time

02/13/20

The tight labor market and public pressure to raise minimum wages are expected to nudge noninterest expenses upward in a year when the watchword is cost control.

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Heartland banks have a new worry in turbulent ethanol business

02/12/20

Ag lenders say the Trump administration’s waivers for oil refineries threaten another source of revenue for corn growers and ethanol makers.

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Synovus hires former Regions execs to form affordable housing business

02/10/20

The additions come as the Georgia regional looks to maintain momentum in commercial lending.

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What increase in buybacks says about bankers' outlook

02/05/20

Anticipating a weaker economy and added pressure on stock prices, banks authorized more repurchases of outstanding shares last year.

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Fifth Third, TD Bank expand ATM networks in deals with vendor

02/03/20

TD’s brand will appear on 80 Cardtronics machines in the New York area, while Fifth Third’s will appear on 139 ATMs in the Carolinas.

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Why more banks are ditching their legacy core vendors

02/03/20

Newcomers Nymbus, Neocova, Finxact and Technisys and older competitors like Temenos, Infosys and Oracle are winning over community and regional banks by offering what some bankers describe as more flexible technology at fairer prices.

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