SWBC's LenderHub

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Last week: The operative word last week was “flat.” While there was much excitement around the stimulus/relief bill—finally passed by the Congress but then surprisingly balked at by President Trump—stocks and bonds traded in a pretty narrow range.

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OCTOBER 12, 2020

As the 2020 holiday season is fast approaching, we surveyed over 150 marketing executives to find out what they think is likely to happen this holiday season and how they’re preparing for it. 2020 Holiday Season: How Marketers Can Prepare and Adapt – Webinar Transcript. In this episode of the?award-winning?Here’s

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MAY 6, 2019

Morgan Stanley will send the Russian central bank a notice that it’s going to formally close of all of its banking operations in the country in the first quarter of 2020, according to a report by Reuters. and EU made it too hard for Russian businesses to access international capital markets.

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BankUnderground

JULY 27, 2022

There are a range of channels through which QE can/might operate, though there remains uncertainty over the relative size and importance of these channels. The latest round of such Quantitative Easing (QE) in the United Kingdom, launched in response to the effects of Covid in 2020, took the total size of gilt purchases to £875 billion.

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DECEMBER 24, 2020

If 2020 taught us anything about cryptocurrencies, it’s that they’ve reached a tipping point. If one measures success for digital currencies in buzz — and in price appreciation for many of the marquee names — then 2020 stands out as a banner year. Here are some of cryptos’ key developments for 2020: Bitcoin Goes Higher And Higher.

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OCTOBER 8, 2020

Risk management platform Feedzai announced a 44 percent increase in growth for the first half of the fiscal year for 2020, which a press release says was one of the company’s most successful so far. Comparing it favorably to the first half of 2019, Feedzai says it closed deals in the U.S., EMEA, Asia and the Pacific and Latin America.

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OCTOBER 15, 2020

In a roundup of today’s top retail stories: The automotive market continues its comeback with a digital spin, conversational commerce is the next big pandemic-fueled trend, and Tiffany said that its preliminary sales results for August and September 2020 are positive. Tiffany Upbeat on Sales, Operating Earnings Amid COVID-19 Comeback.

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Accenture

MAY 14, 2019

In the first of a four-part series, our team of guest bloggers will share how getting to simplified, future-ready bank operations may be more easily imagined. . However, banks are unable to support this if they do not modernize their operations. 1 So, how do banks get to simplified, future-ready bank operations?

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JANUARY 15, 2021

After having its $37 billion dual IPO pulled by Beijing, Jack Ma’s Ant Group is working fast to overhaul operations to comply with government regulations, The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday (Jan. Chinese financial regulators called Ma and his leadership team to answer questions on the eve of the company’s stock market debut.

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Jeff For Banks

AUGUST 14, 2022

In 2012 the Obama administration launched "Operation Choke Point" ("OCP") which was designed to ensure banks considered the risk of banking payday lenders that were engaged in abusive practices. But in January 2021, the new OCC announced it would pause the "Fair Access" rule that was intended to prevent another Operation Choke Point.

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AUGUST 6, 2020

Data: $100B : Estimated value of the mobile gaming market by the end of 2020. $3M 22K : Number of kiosks operated by Coinstar in nine countries worldwide. As businesses scramble to digitize what they can and reshape what has to stay physical, opportunities abound – as do challenges in staying up-to-date and secure.

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AUGUST 10, 2020

It also limits the growth possibilities of microbusinesses that need funds to acquire new clients and to invest in their operations. . Those payors operating in sectors where the costs of switching to a competitor are low, however, recognize that they may have to make instant payments available for free. . This is what we found. .

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FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The restaurant business is: a) healthy for 2020 or b) apprehensive about technology. The 2020 outlook report from the National Restaurant Association was released today and it paints a picture of an industry dealing with the countercurrents of solid consumer spending and disruptive technology. All of the above.

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JANUARY 7, 2021

The new year is here, and the grocery business gets to finally close the book on a difficult and complicated 2020. Wholesale clubs and Trader Joe’s themselves have proven there is a huge market for brands that don’t check all of the boxes for a standard supermarket trip.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2020

FinTech bank N26 , based in Germany, will no longer operate in the U.K. N26 customers will need to transfer deposits, spend all their money or withdraw funds before their accounts close on April 15, 2020. following Brexit, according to reports. with its European banking license,” N26 said. People who live in the U.K.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Key Takeaways Trepp's head of Commercial Real Estate Finance outlined the current CRE market and looked at the future of CRE during Abrigo's recent ThinkBIG conference. This post by Hayley Collier , Trepp's Marketing Communication Specialist, was originally published on Trepp's blog and can be found here. The pandemic's impact on CRE.

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DECEMBER 24, 2020

market for initial public offerings (IPOs) had a banner year in 2020 despite the pandemic — or perhaps because of it. billion during 2020’s first nine months. Markets initially responded accordingly, with shares pricing at $24 — the very top of the stock’s $22 to $24 expected range. percent to close at $22.05.

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MAY 4, 2020

He will be tasked with developing strategy, direction and comprehensive success of Mastercard’s operations across 53 countries in Europe. Barnett is taking the place of the current president of 15 years, Javier Perez, who is retiring at the end of 2020. Perez joined the company in 1996 and was a driving force in the growth of payments.

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DECEMBER 30, 2020

Though 2020 was full of volatility, the B2B FinTech landscape persevered with venture capitalists and other investors for a lucrative year. Highlighting the increasing interest in this startup space is this week's B2B venture capital roundup, which recaps the final two weeks of 2020 in B2B FinTech investments. million investment, Tech.eu

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BankUnderground

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Operational risk is rapidly becoming one of the most important threats to the financial system but is also one of the least well understood. But they are only one part of operational risk, which includes losses from any kind of business disruption or human error, including power outages or natural disasters.

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DECEMBER 28, 2020

Direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands came in two flavors during 2020. The second flavor were the brands that had seen traction before the pandemic and flourished during it with innovative marketing, fresh business models and cool packaging. When those markets sparked a fan base and reorders, the company was born.

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MAY 4, 2020

In eight countries, it appears that the parent company has decided Uber Eats fails to deliver the desired market clout. The company said its goal was to become one of the top two operators in those countries, according to Reuters , but it does not see that happening. Careem is an Uber subsidiary focused primarily on the Middle East.

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Payments Dive

DECEMBER 14, 2016

Carrier Billing has massive potential as a revenue stream for both Mobile Operators and content providers. Carrier Billing is a huge growth market, set to be worth over $25bn by 2020 with no signs of levelling off according to a report by Ovum.

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JULY 29, 2019

Apple won’t be the first major vendor offering a 5G smartphone, but all three iPhones scheduled for release in 2020 will accommodate the new cellular network. . The 2020 iPhones will be able to better compete with lower-priced Android phones, Kuo said. Additionally, the smartphone market is getting saturated. inch and 6.7-inch

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JANUARY 21, 2020

Europe’s smart home market growth increased in the last year, growing by 18.1 In the digital media adapter space, the Fire TV continues to prove the strength of the product, leading in the United Kingdom and German markets.”. “In percent over the same quarter from 2018. million units by 2023. “In

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Gonzobanker

JANUARY 17, 2020

Well GonzoBankers, the gang is back to work and we are all headed face-first into 2020 – a year with more uncertainty than most about how things will turn out. So, to get your Gonzo executive brains warmed up for a new year, I offer you 20 important banking realities for 2020 to guide your strategic execution efforts: 1.

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Perficient

DECEMBER 30, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic stressed everyone in 2020. But even the best companies struggled to keep customer satisfaction levels high during 2020. Over the course of 2020, many of these brands were able to improve online operations, but of course, first impressions can be lasting.

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JANUARY 22, 2021

In the meantime, we can build on the experiences of COVID lockdowns to accelerate the development of digital financial services tailored to the needs of individuals and businesses across our emerging markets. I see 2021 as a year of considerable opportunity for VEON.

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JULY 1, 2020

have established an $800 million fund to boost trade finance in emerging markets. Across the globe, the COVID-19 pandemic is disrupting supply chains, decreasing demand, and causing overall market anxiety,” said Paulo de Bolle , global director of IFC’s Financial Institutions Group, in a statement. The International Finance Corp. (

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JANUARY 10, 2020

has announced a takeover that will position the company to strengthen its financing operations in the middle market. 10) said Aflac Global Investments has reached an agreement to acquire a minority stake in Varagon Capital Partners, a direct lender to mid-market companies. A report in Zacks Equity Research Friday (Jan.

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JANUARY 10, 2020

has announced a takeover that will position the company to strengthen its financing operations in the middle market. 10) said that Aflac Global Investments has reached an agreement to acquire a minority stake in Varagon Capital Partners, a direct lender to mid-market companies. A report in Zacks Equity Research on Friday (Jan.

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DECEMBER 27, 2019

Daniel Pinto, the co-president and chief operating officer of JPMorgan Chase , told CNBC in an interview that 2020 will likely see sturdy economic growth of about 1.5 percent market share for global advisory fees in 2018, which Pinto said the institution could improve on, although it would be difficult. percent or 1.8

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FEBRUARY 16, 2021

In 2020, the Federal Reserve found that large banks were generally well-capitalized under a range of hypothetical events. GDP falls four percent from the fourth quarter of 2020 through the third quarter of 2022, with asset prices dropping sharply, including a severe bear market with a 55% decline in equity prices.

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JANUARY 10, 2020

Lime is striving to reach profitability in 2020 and is laying off about 14 percent of its workforce — roughly 100 people — and ceasing operations in 12 markets, according to reports on Thursday (Jan. These market closures have an effect not just on riders, but on our whole Lime community.

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JANUARY 19, 2021

In today’s top retail news, Bed Bath & Beyond said it has finished its sale of Cost Plus World Market (CPWM) to a private equity firm, while Starbucks will help Washington state with the distribution of coronavirus vaccines. Bed Bath & Beyond Finishes Sale Of Cost Plus World Market To PE Firm. Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.

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DECEMBER 27, 2019

Daniel Pinto, the co-president and chief operating officer of JPMorgan Chase , told CNBC in an interview that 2020 will likely see sturdy economic growth of about 1.5 percent market share for global advisory fees in 2018, which Pinto said the institution could improve on, although it would be difficult. percent or 1.8

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JULY 1, 2020

have established an $800 million fund to boost trade finance in emerging markets. Across the globe, the COVID-19 pandemic is disrupting supply chains, decreasing demand, and causing overall market anxiety,” said Paulo de Bolle , global director of IFC’s Financial Institutions Group, in a statement. The International Finance Corp. (

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