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Will Walmart Become Another ‘Friendly Neighborhood Banker’?

The Financial Brand

Banking has been in the mega-retailer's sights for decades, but branches of its new fintech partnership in stores may not be in the cards. The post Will Walmart Become Another ‘Friendly Neighborhood Banker’? appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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Efficiency now: 8 smart strategy tips

Independent Banker

Consider your branch strategy. Assessing the value of bank branches is an exercise that began long before the pandemic, but vaccine and mask mandates added new considerations to the debate. Forge partnerships, especially with fintechs. My advice is to bring in young people and give them a wide berth.”. ? Connors, Jr.,

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Great Products Aren't Enough, Citizens' New Digital Chief Says

American Banker

Find out what he thinks about customer expectations, bots, fintechs and the coming convergence of digital banking. The regional bank has consolidated all of its digital operations under a single leader.