Practice and client management

Banks, especially smaller institutions, will be forced to find more ways to differentiate, Bryan Jordan said in an interview that also covered his company's recent purchase of Capital Bank and how tax reform will immediately stimulate the economy.

In adding Martin Pfinsgraff, until recently the OCC's deputy comptroller for large-bank supervision, and retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Linda Medler, a cybersecurity expert, the regional bank says it is trying to build a board with expertise in fields of timely interest.

Neff, who joined the company in 1999, gained oversight of retail banking with the promotion.

The company sold securities in the fourth quarter to stay below $10 billion in assets and avoid a cap on interchange fees.

The credit union saw a net income of more than $26 million during the first three quarters of 2017, after earning more than $42 million in 2016.

The Lakeland, Fla.-based institution reached the milestone in late December following several years of strong growth.

Changing political and economic forces are raising new questions about deployment of tax savings and the cost of deposits, while old concerns about cost-cutting, credit quality and risk-taking persist or return.

Credit unions make strategic hires, promotions to beef up their loan departments and other professionals in the news.

First Financial of Maryland Federal Credit Union rewarded members based on products and services they used in 2017

From showcasing small businesses to challenging members to donate for disaster relief efforts, here's another look at how credit unions are giving back.

The $5 billion-asset credit union approved the special award to certain members based on dividends and interest paid.

Bret H. Krevolin takes the helm at UECU following Patricia Zyma's retirement.

The new name is an attempt to better capitalize on the strong brand recognition of TruStone Federal Credit Union.

Banks of all sizes continue to invest in mobile technology — but in order to see stronger growth, they must also invest in education to overcome consumer unease with the product.

Commercial customers, including small businesses, seem ready to pay up to shift to faster, more sophisticated electronic invoicing and payments, and enterprising banks that provide them the technology to do so could find it lucrative.

Kevin Stein, who runs a private equity firm, has also supervised banking groups at Barclays and FBR Capital Markets.

CSCU will continue as a separate, card-processing entity.

Doug Bowers contends that last year’s leadership shake-up, job cuts and corporate governance overhaul will make the company more competitive in its home state.

Finding a perfect candidate could be tricky. Because the New York Fed oversees banks and operates in markets, someone with Wall Street experience is ideal — yet at the same time, it’s important to find a candidate who isn’t beholden to the banks. Some advisers are pushing for a woman or a minority to be appointed.

Acquirers announced deals in California, Missouri and Pennsylvania on the last business day of 2017, raising the year's final tally to 245 transactions.