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Instant Issuance, Instant Benefits?

PYMNTS

The firm said that an analysis of the top 50 debit card issuers in the United States showed that FIs adopting the instant issuance experience typically see 50 percent growth in purchase volumes, with a 34 percent boost in transactions, when measured against FIs that do not offer instant issuance. in the past year.

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CEO Roundtable: Ideas for a successful 2023

Independent Banker

We recently spoke with community bank CEOs from across the country to gain insights on how they’re proactively positioning to manage risks and take advantage of growth opportunities in the coming year. Following some respite in 2022, community bankers are bracing for a tougher economic landscape ahead in 2023. Corey Neil.

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20 Banking Realities for 2020

Gonzobanker

In the soon to be released What’s Going On In Banking study, Cornerstone ’s Ron Shevlin shows that both bank and credit union execs are most fearful of big tech (Amazon Prime, Venmo, Apple Card) primarily because of their great data reach and ability to drive customer experience.

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This Crisis Shows We Need a More Decentralized Banking Market

FICO

The number of commercial banks in the United States dropped from 14,400 in 1984 to 4,492 at the end of 2019 , according to the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council. banking industry, and cite the need for decentralized banking. And it wouldn’t have happened without community banks.

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This Crisis Shows the Need for a More Decentralized Banking Market

FICO

The number of commercial banks in the United States dropped from 14,400 in 1984 to 4,492 at the end of 2019 , according to the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council. banking industry. And it wouldn’t have happened without community banks. banking assets) approved nearly 20% of loan dollars.

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Innovation All the Time

Independent Banker

Even with technology’s increasing influence on retail banking, it’s not typical for a community bank to have one of its most senior and trusted executives concentrate primarily on leading consumer product and payments innovation. billion-asset, 85-branch community bank based in Rockland, Mass., is not typical.

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The 2023 GonzoBanker Awards

Gonzobanker

Not the financial industry’s “Troublemakers ” – those regional and community banks, credit unions and supporting fintech entrepreneurs who continue to engage customers and communities and find niches that keep the grassroots of our country’s financial system alive and kicking.

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