Foreclosure activity surged in the first quarter, underscoring the growing need for borrower support as certain federal protections expired.

The CEOs of Bank of New York Mellon and Northern Trust have had at least one discussion about a potential merger, according to a Wall Street Journal article. On Monday, a spokesperson for Northern Trust said the bank "is fully committed to remaining independent."

The Florida bank plans to expand its solar lending operations while Senate Republicans look to end most tax breaks for clean energy.

President Donald Trump has signed a Congressional Review Act resolution that eliminates the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's Biden-era rules requiring stricter reviews of bank mergers and a time-out clock for some institutions.

Analysts are predicting stronger results this year after a disappointing outcome in 2024.

There were some intriguing ideas at the event, but whether they'll take off remains to be seen.