Annamaria Lusardi

Professor of economics and accountancy

Annamaria Lusardi is university professor of economics and accountancy at George Washington University and the founder and academic director of the Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center. Information about her can be found here.

Consumer banking

Schools, banks together should train consumers to manage their finances

Consumers are expected to be their own chief financial officers, and students should be formally prepared for the job like any professional. Banks can support such education programs and reward those who complete them.

By Annamaria Lusardi

February 28

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Industry News

Comerica hires risk exec, Huntington names wealth management chief

Former Silicon Valley Bank exec Floyd Kessler joins Comerica as executive vice president and chief business control officer; Melissa Holding succeeds Michael Robinson as head of wealth management at Huntington; Goldman Sachs' Alexander Mayer is set to take on a senior position at JPMorgan Chase; and more in this week's banking news roundup.

By Editorial Staff

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News Quiz

American Banker news quiz: May 3

In this week's edition of the American Banker news quiz, test your knowledge on Colorado banking legislation, the failure of Republic First Bancorp, acquisitions and more.

By Frank Gargano

4h ago
Commercial banking

Secrets of a 'turnaround guy'

Banks maintain lists of consulting firms that they trust to help troubled commercial borrowers to fix their businesses. These specialists say they're getting more calls, especially in areas such as multifamily and CRE, from business owners who need help.

By John Reosti

May 2