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A proposal before Congress would incentivize the creation of new banks by offering capital relief. This would give de novo banks a competitive advantage over incumbent community banks.

Acting Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Chair Travis Hill said the agency would eliminate reputational risk from all supervision, release more guidance on cryptocurrencies and refocus bank supervision.

The banking industry groups suing the Federal Reserve over its stress testing practices filed a motion for a summary judgment in the case, arguing that a quick resolution could ensure changes are made prior to the 2026 stress testing cycle.

The looming initial public offering from Swedish payments firm Klarna comes in the foreground of tariff uncertainties and inflationary pressures.

The United States is reindustrializing, with a focus on manufacturing and advanced production. For investors willing to move beyond conventional narratives, these sectors offer substantial growth potential, fueled by both policy support and private sector demand.

The number of shareholder proposals appearing in banks' proxy statements is down significantly this year, due to Trump-era regulatory changes and new concerns about political blowback.

Americans spent 49% more on overdraft-related fees in 2023 than previously estimated, according to new research, which finds that credit unions were largely responsible for the previously uncounted revenue.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said it is "optimistic" that a lawsuit challenging the $8 credit card late fee rule can be resolved. The late fee rule is expected to be rescinded by the Trump administration.

Acting Comptroller Rodney Hood discussed using fintech to evaluate self-employed borrowers' creditworthiness, saying alternative credit models could promote financial inclusion.

In a speech, the Federal Reserve governor called for policies that would impose Truth In Lending-like disclosure requirements on lenders' products that cater to small businesses.