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The good news is, most credit union service organizations reported the process was relatively smooth. The big question now: how will the agency use all that data it just collected?

Beneficial Bancorp in Philadelphia is planning to eliminate 11% of its workforce over the next three months.

Dems Debate Bank Breakups; Bonus Rules Expected

Congress should consider placing restrictions on the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network as the agency targets foreign banks it deems money laundering risks.

With college graduation right around the corner, some credit unions are gearing up to appeal to the latest crop of job seekers who bring both a youthful perspective and a newly minted degree to the table.

Citigroup Inc. reported first-quarter profit that beat analysts’ estimates, joining big U.S. rivals in slashing costs more than anticipated amid a trading and dealmaking slump.

Even while FHFA finally embarked on a principal reduction plan, critics argued it was a dangerous idea that made Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac less safe while helping relatively few people.

American Banker readers share their views on the most pressing banking topics of the week. Comments are excerpted from reader response sections of AmericanBanker.com articles and our social media platforms.

Regions Financial in Birmingham, Ala., posted a double-digit gain in its first-quarter profit as strong revenue growth more than offset continued deterioration in its energy-loan portfolio.

More than bitcoin, blockchain is interfering with the margins and business models of the finance world. The technology is also challenging our banking institutions’ longstanding platform as intermediaries.