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Synchrony Financial and Alliance Data Systems are particularly vulnerable to recent shifts in Americans’ shopping habits, according to new research from Moody’s Investors Service.

Another goal of the integration is to encourage more small businesses to convert from paper to electronic payments.

Fed chair says post-crisis rules have made financial system safer and shouldn’t be rolled back; Atlanta bank rolls out internal program to other corporations.

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Visa said its investment in Klarna will advance online and mobile commerce across Europe, but there are broader implications for other markets and consumer groups.

Particularly at risk are service providers with high volumes of automated or customer-initiated debit payments, such as cell phone service providers, utilities, cable companies, insurance, and retailers.

Under Steven Bradshaw, the Oklahoma bank is engaging employees as never before by investing heavily in training and development. Don't think customers haven't noticed.

Wells Fargo aside, the industry overall should be pleased with the results of our annual survey of bank reputations. One key insight: Displaying strong ethics is an effective way to improve what people think of your bank.

Imagine if we could take all the data that's coming from the real economy and use that to discern price, predict performance, understand risk and make better investment decisions. The only feasible way to do this is through artificial intelligence.

Do impact investments — which are made with the intention of fostering social or environmental benefits — underperform? Those involved in the sector answer with a resounding "no."