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Guest Post: Financial Markets and Economic Update - First Quarter 2024

Jeff For Banks

2024 could exceed -$2.0 Trillions of dollars of subsidies on “green” BS projects, electric vehicles no one wants, tax credits, debt forgiveness, and free money all fuel demand and contribute to inflation. Credit card and auto delinquencies have risen above pre-pandemic levels. trillion, following 2022’s deficit of -$1.4

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Best New Fintech Products & Trends of 2024

Fintech Labs Insights

This constantly updated article tracks the biggest and most important new products released worldwide by financial technology companies, along with banks, credit unions, investment advisors, insurance companies, credit card issuers and payment providers. We’ll also link to important demos, podcasts and YouTube videos.

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How to Cash in U.S. Savings Bonds and Report Taxes on Interest Earned

MyBankTracker

That is, it can feel like a windfall of cash – until, that is, you realize you need to report taxes on the interest earned. Still, while the tax part may not be loads of fun, it’s always nice to end up with some unexpected cash. savings bonds that were issued on paper or electronically, and how to report it on your taxes.

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Payments as a Service, Ready for Prime Time?

PYMNTS

As PYMNTS has reported, consumer expectations and retail commerce have both evolved quickly to meet the demand that everything from credit to debit cards to digital wallets be on offer as payments choice. billion in 2024, PYMNTS reported in The FI’s Guide to Modernizing Digital Payments. Flexibility Is Key.

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The math behind small business lending: Problems & possibilities for banks & credit unions

Abrigo

Takeaway 2 Several small business lending processes can tax both borrowers and staff. The Fed’s latest Small Business Credit Survey , conducted in 2023 and released in 2024, found that nearly 60% of employer firms had sought financing in the previous 12 months. They lead to inefficiencies and roadblocks to small business lending.

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The math behind small business lending: Problems & possibilities for banks & credit unions

Abrigo

Takeaway 2 Several small business lending processes can tax both borrowers and staff. The Fed’s latest Small Business Credit Survey , conducted in 2023 and released in 2024, found that nearly 60% of employer firms had sought financing in the previous 12 months. They lead to inefficiencies and roadblocks to small business lending.

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Payments-As-A-Service Gets Ready For Prime Time

PYMNTS

As PYMNTS has reported, consumer expectations and retail commerce have both evolved quickly to meet the demand that everything from credit to debit cards to digital wallets be on offer as payments choice. billion in 2024, PYMNTS reported in The FI’s Guide to Modernizing Digital Payments. Flexibility is Key.

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