Growth strategies

An economist for the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues says trends are positive, but there are concerns that things could change in 2018.

Bank of America has opened a flagship branch downtown and plans several so-called robo branches across the city. It has used a similar strategy to enter new markets in the past year.

The partnership aims to increase efficiencies and reduce expenses for the three-state league.

The company has agreed to pay more than $50 million for United American Bank.

The company, which agreed to pay $58 million for Foundation's parent, will gain five branches in Cincinnati.

From hurricane relief efforts to highway adoptions, donations to fund life-saving treatments and more, here's how credit unions are giving back to their communities.

In some ways the Canadian bank's U.S. consumer business is only now shaking off many of its crisis-era problems here. CEO Darryl White is pinning his retail-comeback hopes on a rejuvenated sales culture and a focus on more profitable customers.

Banks that have flocked to the business because of higher yields and loan diversity stand to benefit if clients use tax savings to upgrade equipment.

Minnesota-based CU has returned $3.1 million to its VIP members in five years.

Jose Vazquez Jr., who previously worked for Popular Community Bank, will oversee commercial lending and treasury management services.