Sat.Oct 21, 2023 - Fri.Oct 27, 2023

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Deposits, Digital, and Gen Z: What’s on the Mind of Bank and Credit Union Execs?

Jack Henry

To gather deposits & remain competitive, invest in digital enhancements. Click to read tips to combine deposit, digital, & payment strategies serving GenZ.

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Early Contract Renewals: Trick, Treat or Trap?

Gonzobanker

Trading terms for cost in contract negotiations can be a win-win for bankers – if they’re smart about it. In the spirit of Halloween, here’s a hypothetical question: You have a 5-year CD at a bank with two years left on its term. Your rate is below current rates. The bank offers you the option to renew for five years today at a rate higher than what you’re earning now but lower than the bank’s current new money rate.

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The Secrets of Good Loan Commitment Letters

South State Correspondent

Good commercial lenders use commitment letters and proposal letters to their advantage. A proposal letter (or letter of intent) expresses interest from the lender before credit approval is obtained. A commitment letter evidences the lender’s commitment to lend. It is only furnished after preliminary credit approval and typically contains the following language: lender commits to provide the loan on, and subject to, the terms and satisfaction of conditions set forth herein.

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This week’s podcast episode: The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Community Financial Services Association of America Ltd. v. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: Who will win and what does it mean?  Part I

CFPB Monitor

On October 3, 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in CFSA v. CFPB , a case with profound potential implications for the future of the CFPB. The Court will rule on whether the CFPB’s funding mechanism violates the U.S. Constitution’s Appropriations Clause and, if so, what the appropriate remedy should be. .

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.

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The Guardian view on bankers’ bonuses: the sky’s the limit (again) | Editorial

TheGuardian

In the week that nearly 4 million Britons were reported to live in destitution, policymakers axed the cap on City pay. How’s that for a healthy society? Rejoice! At last the British establishment has identified a 100% cast-iron Brexit bonus. This week, financial watchdogs agreed there need be no more limits on the bonuses paid to City bankers. The Bank of England found that “a bonus cap is not routinely imposed in other leading international financial centres outside the EU”.

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The Future of Checks – Tales From The Crypt

South State Correspondent

Halloween is approaching, so we might as well talk about death. Checks are dying and about to die quicker, given the rise of instant payments. In the next two years, many banks will have strategic plans to phase checks out, given their cost and reduction in frequency. Checks are getting to the point where they are too costly to process for the bank, business, and household.

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Podcast: Neobanks fight fraud with rich data points

BankInovation

Neobanks can lean on data and rich client information to protect themselves from fraud attacks. Almost all neobank activity is accomplished through mobile devices, which makes digital institutions targets for fraudsters, Matt DeLauro, chief revenue officer at fraud prevention and anti-money laundering platform Seon, tells Bank Automation News on this episode of “The Buzz” podcast.

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Will banks sue over the Community Reinvestment Act rule?

American Banker

Banks and dissenting policymakers have raised the possibility of challenging regulators' Community Reinvestment Act overhaul in court, but it remains unclear whether they intend to walk the walk.

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How a new credit union service organization is promoting financial literacy

American Banker

The fintech Greenlight Financial has formed a CUSO to expand access to its family banking app and educational resources after strong interest from credit unions.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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PayPal taps Fiserv as ‘core’ payments partner

Payments Dive

Fiserv CEO Frank Bisignano said Tuesday that his company is now PayPal’s “core U.S. partner for payment services.

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Recap of Money 20/20 USA 2023 and 10 Banking Thoughts

South State Correspondent

Money 20/20 (M2020) is the only conference in the industry where it is both possible and expected to pull off two breakfasts, two lunches, three cocktail parties, and two dinners PER DAY. It’s a whirlwind of education, deal-making, eating, and hugging. In this article, we detail our thoughts and the trends we saw last week in Las Vegas from a banking perspective in hopes of giving you the flavor and insight from the conference without you having to walk 10 miles per day and listen to endle

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CFPB Issues Proposed Rule Offering Consumers Greater Access to and Control Over Their Financial Data

CFPB Monitor

On October 19, 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection Board (“CFPB”) released a proposed rule that, if enacted, would grant consumers greater access rights to the data their financial institutions hold. Under the proposed Personal Financial Data Rights Rule (the “Proposed Rule”), bank customers nationwide would have privacy rights similar to what is afforded under the dozen state privacy laws that have been enacted in recent years. .

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Gen Z panel shares 5 rules for success

ATM Marketplace

What does Gen Z actually want from banks and businesses? A panel of Gen Zers discussed what they look for.

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The Role of Automation in Commercial Lending

Automation is changing the game for commercial lenders, offering a clear path to competitive advantage in 2025. Rising costs, outdated workflows, and manual data entry slow growth and impact borrower satisfaction. Automation addresses these challenges, reducing costs, speeding up loan cycles, improving accuracy, and elevating borrower experiences. With market uncertainty easing, now is the time to act—waiting until loan volumes rebound leaves lenders unprepared and struggling to compete.

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BIS advances oversight structure for broader faster payments ecosystem

Payments Dive

In the interest of faster, cheaper and more transparent cross-border payments, the Bank of International Settlements last week produced an interim report aimed at developing a governance structure for an interlinked faster payments system.

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After Brief Rally, Treasury Yields Head Higher Again

South State Correspondent

After Brief Rally, Treasury Yields Head Higher Again Treasury yields are moving higher once again this morning as the Treasury’s expected announcement next week of increased auction sizes is starting to weigh on markets, and the lates PMI and new home sales offer little indication of a slowing fourth quarter economy. Presently, the 10yr is yielding 4.91%, down 20/32nds in price while the 2yr is yielding 5.09%, down 1/32nd in price.

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DOJ Settles Redlining Claims in Rhode Island

CFPB Monitor

The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a settlement agreement with Washington Trust Company, of Westerly (WTC) to resolve claims that WTC redlined majority Black and Hispanic neighborhoods in Rhode Island. In its complaint against WTC, DOJ alleged that the following practices were used to discriminate against Black and Hispanic borrowers from 2016 to at least 2021: WTC located and maintained all of its Rhode Island branches and loan officers outside of majority-Black and Hispanic neighborhood

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NatWest decision to close Nigel Farage’s bank accounts was lawful, says report

TheGuardian

Investigation for bank finds ‘serious failings’ in handling of Coutts move and treatment of ex-Ukip leader Business live – latest updates NatWest’s decision to close Nigel Farage’s bank accounts was lawful but there were “serious failings” in how it treated the former Ukip leader, an independent review commissioned by the bank has found. Lawyers hired by NatWest Group said the lender had acted “in accordance with the relevant bank policies and processes” when it decided to shut the accounts Fara

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Outsource With Confidence for RDC Program Success

Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) clients are more likely to use additional treasury services and maintain larger deposits. However, poor customer experiences—particularly if they delay deposits—can compel RDC clients to take their business elsewhere. This eBook makes the case for outsourcing RDC operations to a proven managed services partner. This approach helps Treasury Departments with limited resources provide excellent client experiences that result in higher retention and productivity rates.

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Wex buys Payzer for $250M

Payments Dive

The purchase continues a spate of payments industry acquisitions this month, and will let the fleet management services company cross-sell more software.

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Inside Marketing: Celebrating the 75th ICU Day

William Mills

In a world seemingly dominated by commercial banks and other financial behemoths, credit unions stand as a unique and enduring pillar of financial stability and community empowerment. This year marks the 75 th anniversary of International Credit Union Day , recognizing the history of the credit union movement and reflecting on its achievements and the shared member experience.

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DOJ Redlining Consent Order With Ameris Bank

CFPB Monitor

Recently the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) entered into a proposed consent order with Ameris Bank to resolve allegations of redlining from 2016 through 2021 in majority Black and Hispanic areas in the Bank’s Jacksonville, Florida assessment area under both the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) and Fair Housing Act. In conjunction with the announcement of the proposed consent order, Attorney General Merrick Garland provided an update on the DOJ’s Combating Redlining Initiative that was launc

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UK financial regulators scrap cap on bankers’ bonuses

TheGuardian

Bonus cap to end on 31 October, a move condemned by unions as an ‘insult to working people’ The UK’s financial regulators have formally scrapped the banker bonus cap, removing one of the key reforms introduced by the EU in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. The Bank of England and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) confirmed that the cap would disappear on 31 October, nearly a year after Liz Truss’s short-lived government first revealed plans to ditch the rules in a bid to attract more invest

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It Takes Two to Tango

With automation, you’ll reduce errors and save valuable time, allowing you to focus on what really matters: strategic analysis and insightful decision-making. Picture accurate financial reports ready at your fingertips, giving you the confidence to tackle business challenges head-on. Embracing automation not only boosts productivity but also elevates your role from number cruncher to closing rockstar.

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SEC investigates Discover card pricing issue

Payments Dive

The error, first disclosed by the company in July, affected merchants and merchant acquirers.

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Bridging the Financing Gap | Bridge Lending Guide

Commercial Lending USA

Bridge lending is a crucial financial instrument that helps in the execution of real estate deals and business projects. It functions as a transitional financial bridge, closing the gap between an immediate need for money and the more permanent financing that may be forthcoming.

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Appraisal Subcommittee to Host Public Hearing on Appraisal Bias

CFPB Monitor

The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council’s Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) is scheduled to host a public hearing on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. The upcoming hearing on appraisal bias will focus on how residential appraisals are developed and reviewed, the process for reconsiderations of value, and processes for conducting appraisals in rural areas.

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Russia raises interest rate to 15% after steep climb in inflation

TheGuardian

Two-point rate rise surprises analysts as central bank blames 6.6% inflation on consumer demand Business live – latest updates Russia’s central bank has increased interest rates by more than expected to 15% after the war-torn economy suffered a steep rise in inflation. The economy’s limited capacity to respond to an increase consumer demand was blamed by the bank for the rise in inflation to 6.6% in October from 6% in the previous month.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.