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Community Banks Aim To Amplify Competitive Edge With FinTechs

PYMNTS

Community banks approved 49 percent of SMB loan applications in November, according to the latest data from the Biz2Credit Small Business Lending Index. Here, again, lies another opportunity for community banks to fill the void. We urge you to make such legislation a priority.”.

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ALDI Plans 70 New Store Openings In Expansion Push

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The grocer intends to break ground on its new Loxley, Alabama distribution center and regional headquarters next year. As it stands, the company operates 180 retail locations in Florida as well as Alabama. ALDI also said it has grown its online shopping selections. CEO Jason Hart said in the announcement.

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Five At Five: Apple Pay Joins eBay Ecosystem

PYMNTS

Coverage includes eBay entering a new relationship with Apple Pay, MoneyGram and Visa announcing a new P2P partnership, Amazon expanding its Whole Foods Market delivery service to new Florida and New York markets, Synovus Financial acquiring FCB Financial Holdings and Ford Motor Co. launching a new self-driving unit. ebay Brings in Apple Pay.

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Wegmans To Open In Brooklyn; Whole Foods Brings Eateries To 500th Store

PYMNTS

Whole Foods Market South Region President Bobby Turner said, according to reports, “We worked hard to create a place that offers our neighbors a destination to get together, enjoy great food and connect with members of the local community through a variety of culinary, wellness and cultural events.”. Pat Carroll, M.D.,

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Eyes Facing Forward

Independent Banker

ICBA has planned an educational lineup of more than 60 workshops and networking sessions for next month’s Community Banking LIVE conference in New Orleans. Community banks can beat tech-based, nontraditional competitors at their own game. billion-asset community bank in Winter Haven, Fla., On New Competitors. Digital Jujitsu.

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Hurricane Insurance: What is Covered & What is Not Covered

MyBankTracker

When researching options for hurricane insurance, look for information online and then speak with your insurance representative or broker. However: There are many exclusions, caveats, and restrictions you should be aware of on these policies as you seek to insure a property in a hurricane-prone region. Connecticut. Massachusetts.

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2015 Holiday Marketing Efforts from the Top-20 U.S. Banks

Fintech Labs Insights

Detail holiday branch hours & service options (extra credit for a plug for online/mobile banking). Previous year-end holiday posts: 2014 , 2013 , 2012 , 2011 (big banks), 2011 (CUs/community banks), 2009 part 1 , 2009 part 2 , 2007 , 2006 , 2006 , 2004. Regions Bank. Banks in the Holiday Spirit. Fifth Third Bank.