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The top lending & credit risk blogs of the year

Abrigo

The most-read lending & credit blogs in 2023 Probability of default, CECL model validation, and stress testing were among Abrigo's top blogs on ALM, CECL, and portfolio risk this year. Takeaway 2 The top lending and credit blog posts focused on the benefits of banking technology, interest rate management, and developing risk ratings.

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CRE risk management: Navigating hazards and opportunities

Abrigo

WATCH Takeaway 1 Banks and credit unions are critical sources of capital for businesses in their communities, so how institutions assess CRE credits matters. Takeaway 2 Advisors recommend that financial institutions look behind some of the headlines and examine their own markets before ruling out CRE altogether.

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Small Business Lending Is Crucial in Fighting the Deposit Wars

Gonzobanker

The right talent and tools can equip bankers to take advantage of opportunities in the small business market. As bankers continue to fight the deposit wars, they must move past the polite talk and build a true go-to-market plan to capture the lucrative U.S. No two markets are created equal.

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CRE loan distress: Spot the symptoms, diagnose, and treat problem loans

Abrigo

How to respond to CRE loan distress Use these tips for banks and credit unions to identify and handle commercial real estate loans that are showing signs of being problem CRE credits. Takeaway 2 Address early warning signs immediately so you don't risk liability that could lead to the financial institution losing the CRE loan's collateral.

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Commercial Credit Trends – Where to Tread Carefully

South State Correspondent

Lending is getting riskier. This data is critical for pricing, capital allocation, and marketing. In 2021, we published articles warning bankers against higher rates (for example, HERE ) and the resulting impact on credit. We have seen the higher rates, and now bankers should brace for a credit shock.

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Banks Push Back On Possible Banking Charters For Big Techs Like Amazon And Facebook

PYMNTS

Co-signed by the American Bankers Association, Bank Policy Institute, Independent Community Bankers of America and The Clearing House, the letter argues that banks and non-bank technology firms are both already embracing innovation in customer service offerings. However, the banking industry doesn’t like that one bit.

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SAFE Banking Act returns to Congress: Is safe harbor for cannabis banking on the horizon?

Abrigo

If signed into law, the SAFE Act would allow banks to provide services to cannabis-related businesses (CRBs) in states that have passed the legalization of marijuana in some form. According to a letter from the American Bankers Association (ABA) to the Senate Banking Committee, only about 11 percent of all U.S.

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