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Branches won't succeed without significant investment in mobile and in-branch technology; but failing to invest in bankers themselves is just as big a problem.
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The Federal Reserve's new proposal to lower the cap on debit card fees will drive up the prices consumers pay for other services, while forcing some banks out of the market entirely.
April 25
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An anti-ESG crusade in Texas exposes the degree to which conservative hype over companies' ESG policies has lost touch with the reality of the market, to the detriment of taxpayers.
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Congress passes laws all the time requiring agencies to issue rules on tough problems. But in many cases — and for many reasons — agencies sometimes just don't do it. Taking those responsibilities away and giving them to another agency might keep agencies on track.
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The Biden administration's proposal to waive title insurance requirements for mortgage lenders would undercut an efficient system that offers homebuyers important protections.
April 23
Mastercard launches service to fight instant-payment fraud, EU may green-light Apple's NFC-access plan, and more.
The top five banks and thrifts had combined assets of more than $13 trillion as of December 31, 2023.
The top five bank holding companies have combined business loan portfolios of more than $2.5 trillion as of December 31, 2023.
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