PYMNTS

JUNE 17, 2019

The dispute over the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency ‘s (OCC’s) national bank charter, which became available to FinTech firms last year, has reportedly caused technology conglomerates to shy away from a tool that aims to provide nonbank firms with a more streamlined way to operate on a national level.

Google 142

Google National Fintech Regulation 142

PYMNTS

APRIL 30, 2018

National Small Business Week is this week in the U.S., and finance experts are celebrating with new data on the state of the entrepreneurial community. But analysts from Bank of America, Square, Navcom and the National Association for the Self-Employed warn that challenges for some SMBs have reached new heights, too.

Taxes 144

Taxes America National Community 144

Independent Banker

JULY 31, 2022

Observing the gap in pandemic relief in south Florida due to a lack of local community banks, a trio of banking veterans teamed up to form a digital-first community bank—and were granted a charter in record time to support local businesses. from 2016 until its sale in 2018. By Katie Kuehner-Hebert. Name: Locality Bank.

Florida 91

Florida Community Bank Community FDIC 91

PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

As concerns are raised about how industry consolidation might impact competition, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell is warning that it could hinder small businesses’ access to capital and financial services. He pointed to the Community Reinvestment Act, which encourages banks to loan to small businesses.

Marketing 108

Marketing Community Community Bank Industry 108

PYMNTS

JANUARY 25, 2018

Fiverr is “raising more money and generating more capital, which allows us to take tools like [those] of AND CO and just make them free,” Kaufman told TechCrunch. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but TechCrunch noted that AND CO has raised $2 million in seed funding, with Thrive Capital leading the round back in 2016.

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Tools Capital Online Community 101

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 24, 2016

92% of South African SMEs are planning for growth next year , found a new report by the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC). Its 2016 National Small Business Survey signals widespread optimism across the nation’s small business community, despite economic challenges.

Payments 100

Payments National Regional Survey 100

PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

The program launched toward the end of 2016 , but so far only 1,700 businesses have been referred to alternative providers of capital under the program, reports noted. The Times reported this week that fewer than 800 businesses were referred to an alternative lender under the scheme, leading to just $19.36 A total of $38.7

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PYMNTS

MAY 9, 2016

Bank of America, Capital One, Wells Fargo, Chase and more published their findings — sometimes to contradicting conclusions. Chase reached some optimistic conclusions regarding how small business owners feel about the year ahead, while Capital One highlighted a 9 percent decline in SME optimism.

America 100

America National Capital Survey 100

PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

tax reform led to much chatter and some confusion about exactly how changes would impact the nation’s small businesses (SMBs). Department of Treasury finalized rules that apply to SMBs on qualifying for a 20 percent tax deduction, with the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) applauding the initiative. percent rate.

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Taxes Lending National New York 122

PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

With the 2016 presidential race in full swing, many important economic issues are being discussed. One of the most significant: the health and importance of small businesses, and in particular, the “mom and pop” shops that line the main streets and side streets of our local communities. This growth is projected to increase to 4.2%

Maine 100

Maine South Carolina New Hampshire Capital 100

PYMNTS

MARCH 24, 2017

Chicago’s FinTech and Payments sectors saw 32 startups in 2016. Here is an excerpt of the conversation: PYMNTS: Can you describe your personal and professional experience with the tech community in Chicago? As a company, Occly is closely involved with the Chicago tech community. Chicago has 2200+ startups and tech companies.

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Chicago United States Community Illinois 114

CFPB Monitor

MARCH 30, 2020

This section further extends to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) the authority to increase to unlimited the share insurance coverage it provides on any noninterest-bearing transaction accounts to federally insured credit unions. Section 4012 – Temporary Relief For Community Banks.

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Regulation United States Community Bank National 122

Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 12, 2016

Total return includes two components: capital appreciation and dividends. Independent Bank Corporation (Nasdaq: IBCP) Independent Bank dates back to 1864 as the First National Bank of Iona. However, to exclude trading inefficiencies associated with illiquidity, I filtered for those FIs that trade over 1,000 shares per day. Well done!

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North Dakota Minnesota West Virginia Arizona 60

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 1, 2018

63 percent of SMBs sought a loan for working capital needs last year , including payroll, inventory and supplies, according to new data from S&B Global Market Intelligence. That’s slightly up from 2016 figures, and remains the most common use of financing for small business borrowers. In the U.S., News reports last week.

Lending 115

Lending Survey Data National 115

PYMNTS

MAY 18, 2017

It’s hardly a surprise: SME optimism has dominated headlines, with analysts linking the trend to President Donald Trump’s administration and plans to strengthen the national economy and focus on small business growth. Small Business Administration Head Linda McMahon, who spoke to the United Nations last week urging U.S.

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social media Analysis United States National 100

Independent Banker

APRIL 28, 2016

I have served on the audit committee (yes—we are thoroughly audited) for the past three years and will be serving on the budget committee in 2016. Finally, I focus on economic news in our markets, which include five communities south of Houston. We are staffed by 100 employees, who are very involved in their communities.

Dallas 131

Dallas Texas Houston Community 131

Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Total return includes two components: capital appreciation and dividends. I also filtered for anomalies such as recent merger announcements as a seller, turnaround situations (losses suffered from 2016 forward), mutual-to-stock conversions, stock dividends/splits without price adjustments, and penny stocks. Live Oak Bancshares, Inc.

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Capital Texas Metro North Carolina 78

PYMNTS

JULY 8, 2016

With nearly $50 million in venture capital funding for B2B startups this week, the field didn’t fare too bad. With $3 million in new venture capital, Australia-based Airwallex is helping businesses pay and issue cross-border invoices in the currency of their choice. Check out our breakdown of all the deals below.

Capital 101

Capital Lending Industry Management 101

Jeff For Banks

JUNE 11, 2020

The cascade of falling dominoes leads to societal dependencies such as 30 million children relying on the National School Lunch Program for food. Nobody described this situation better than John Hope Bryant , an American Banker 2016 Innovator of the Year , in my firm's This Month in Banking podcast three years ago.

Community 78

Community Video Management Mobile 78

PYMNTS

MAY 3, 2017

The Small Business Administration’s National Small Business Week is in full swing, and new data from top banks finds small business optimism is soaring. Bank released this week concluded that revenue increases, planned capital investments and boosted employment levels are all signs of strengthening SMEs across the U.S.

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Taxes America National Survey 100

PYMNTS

JULY 4, 2016

We began the Weekly Tech Center Roundup journey in London – Europe’s self-proclaimed startup capital. Entrepreneurs and investors across Australia’s largest city are working to revamp the tech community, with the intention of transforming Sydney into Australia’s own Silicon Valley. Tel Aviv Fuels Israel’s ‘Startup Nation’ Reputation.

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Innovation Fintech National Capital 104

Independent Banker

JANUARY 28, 2016

Anticipating safety and soundness exam issues in 2016. As in past years, community bankers will have a dynamic regulatory environment to contend with in 2016. Safety and soundness concerns will remain a prominent driver of that supervisory dynamic for community banks. What should community banks anticipate here?

Community Bank 70

Community Bank Community Regulation Lending 70

Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 22, 2020

And how did community banks and credit unions respond to the COVID craziness? Our clients showed banking at its best – obsessed with customer well-being, good corporate citizenship, and strong community focus. Jill is continually demonstrating just how loud a $300 million community bank can roar! Bravo Brett and team!

Idaho 172

Idaho Community Industry Strategy 172

CFPB Monitor

AUGUST 22, 2016

The CFPB has announced the appointment of new members to its Consumer Advisory Board, Community Bank Advisory Council, Credit Union Advisory Council, and Academic Research Council. In January 2016, the CFPB published a notice in the Federal Register soliciting applications from individuals interested in becoming members.

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San Antonio Kansas City Groups CA 60

PYMNTS

JANUARY 29, 2018

About a third of SMBs recently told Capital One they’re currently in a better financial position than they were a year ago, for instance. In fact, according to the SBA’s latest report , corporate finance has largely bounced back in the nation — but small businesses aren’t seeing much of that recovery.

Lending 116

Lending Florida Report Community Bank 116

Jeff For Banks

APRIL 14, 2022

A Primer on Money, Banking, and Gold 2008 Cordelia Frances Biddle Biddle, Cordelia Frances Biddle, Jackson, and a Nation in Turmoil: The Infamous Bank War 2021 Alan S. Oil Capital: The History of American Oil, Wildcatters, Independents and Their Bankers 2016 Dwight L. Blinder Blinder, Alan S. Clark Clark, Bernard F.

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America National Denver United States 78

PYMNTS

JUNE 10, 2016

The Cariocas startup community was launched in 2015 and is an example of the startup scene’s maturation, providing a place of support and information for startups in the city. More recently, Brazil has become known for many things; unfortunately, its growing tech community may not be at the top of the list. Efficiency Drives Growth.

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Trends Community America Study 100

PYMNTS

JULY 20, 2016

Brazil is getting a lot of press time these days, but that isn’t too terribly surprising since the 2016 Olympics are gearing up to kick off in in about two weeks. But innovation watchers have been watching Rio and Brazil in general for some time as the nation increasingly becomes an incubator nation for FinTech development and talent.

New Jersey 100

New Jersey National Trends Community Bank 100

Jeff For Banks

APRIL 23, 2017

In 2016, we decided to ask our customers for feedback on their relationship with [Bank A]. We also believe there is a direct correlation between these customer quotes and our bank’s performance, and we’re very pleased to report that 2016 was an outstanding year for tangible results at [Bank A].

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US Regional Marketing Branding 65

CB Insights

AUGUST 20, 2017

Game Changing Companies 2016. Select Investors: Good Capital. Select Investors: Data Collective, Female Founders Fund, Ribbit Capital, Google Ventures. Zoona uses technology to provide financial services to underserved and financially excluded communities across Africa. Total Disclosed Funding: $274.4M. Angaza Design.

Company 60

Company Community Capital Mobile 60

PYMNTS

AUGUST 10, 2016

Though it’s easy to see why other happenings in and around the country have overshadowed Brazil’s tech community, Rio de Janeiro’s tech scene is quickly earning notoriety. But when purchasing the bands, consumers have their pick of 14 different colors, each representing the colors of 14 national teams, including the U.S.,

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Innovation Apple social media America 100

Jeff For Banks

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Total return includes two components: capital appreciation and dividends. Before we begin and for comparison purposes, here are last year's top five , as measured in December 2016: #1. The Bank, Old Second National Bank, lost a whopping $156 million in 2009 and 2010. One in 2016 and one this year. Nasdaq: WSBF) #3.

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Minnesota West Virginia Virginia Iowa 60

CB Insights

JANUARY 9, 2018

The emergence of “fake news” — false stories that gain traction across the internet and social media — has become a major story since the 2016 elections. Latest Round: Series C | $21M | August 2016. Select Investors: Passion Capital, Storm Ventures, Ten Eleven Ventures. DISTIL NETWORKS. Total Disclosed Funding: $129.1M.

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social media Trends Branding Online 61

PYMNTS

MARCH 10, 2017

Athens, Greece’s capital, has a population of just over 665,000. percent in 2016. Its capital city of Athens is helping out Greece in particular with its various technology endeavors. PYMNTS: Can you describe your personal and/or professional experience with the tech community in Greece?

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Industry Los Angeles Technology Fintech 118

PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The businesses that we track and profile in our Store Front Index — the home remodelers, salons, spas, small retailers, delis, coffee shops and restaurants that contribute to the health and vitality of the local communities — are not only declining, they’re not even getting off the starting blocks.

Retail 134

Retail Innovation Maine Community 134

Filene

JULY 18, 2018

is contributing to steady growth of this vibrant community – a community of more than 43 million that continues to be overlooked by mainstream financial services. Learning as much as you can about the foreign-born community and their families in your area is an essential first step. trillion in financial services in 2016.

Community 28

Community Study Resources Lending 28

CB Insights

OCTOBER 13, 2017

By offering software solutions that streamline law offices’ workload, automating rote and repeatable work, projects that might have previously required hundreds of hours of human capital, could be accomplished much more efficiently. Funding through the first 9 months of the year is already up 43% over 2016. Financing trends.

San Francisco 33

San Francisco Capital Software Trends 33