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Flagstar Bancorp in Troy, Mich., has launched a national homebuilder lending platform.

Credit unions are outperforming other auto lenders, but experts warn some may need to rethink their pricing for risk.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Assembly on Thursday voted unanimously to pass AB 807, legislation sponsored by the Wisconsin CU League that would modernize the state credit union statute, known as Chapter 186, and administrative code provisions relating to credit unions.

Visa has accumulated a 9.99% stake in Square, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, giving a boost to the mobile point of sale company, which has faced challenges recently.

Much of the growth in wearable technology is happening without an eye to enabling payments. This is prompting many companies to find a way to add payment capabilities to wearables without forcing users to buy an entirely new device.

Sterling Bancshares in Poplar Bluff, Mo., has completed its purchase of Bootheel Bancorp in Poplar Bluff.

Community bank executives need to focus on these three areas in order to embrace change and cater to younger, tech-savvy customers.

AIG Makes Peace with Activists; HSBC Ends Salary Freeze

Large banks are not buying preferential treatment by contributing to her campaign, Hillary Clinton insisted again on Thursday, attempting to rebut charges leveled at her by Sen. Bernie Sanders.

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