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Top concerns and growth strategies of community banks: Part I

Abrigo

This article is the first in a two-part series on top concerns and growth strategies of community banks. Risk management. These are all phrases that resonate with community bankers. Data from Bank Director’s 2014 Growth Strategy Survey in August confirms that these are bankers’ greatest concerns.

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Will the cost of regulation impact community bank customers?

Abrigo

The banking industry has seen a steady stream of media attention since 2008, much of it in the form of stories about data breaches linked to major retailers or mega banks’ profits. Risk management issues were also a high-ranking hurdle to growing banks, with 26 percent calling it a concern for 2015.

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OCC calls for “responsible innovation” amid fintech wave

Abrigo

In the paper, the OCC defined responsible innovation as: The use of new or improved financial products, services, and processes to meet the evolving needs of consumers, businesses, and communities in a manner that is consistent with sound risk management and is aligned with the bank’s overall business strategy.

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2020 CRE Outlook: Trends Expected to Shape Commercial Real Estate Lending

Abrigo

“Macy’s closing 125 stores signals ‘more pain’ for retailers,” ABC News reported Feb. Retailers like Pier 1, Papyrus and Express are closing 1,000 stores. Community financial institution lenders, however, will want to “pick their spots” for CRE loans this year. CRE a top focus for many bankers. Learn more.

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15 Twitter accounts every bank executive should follow

Abrigo

See a similar list for the accounting profession: 15 Twitter accounts every accountant should follow 5) @rajeshkan – Rajesh Kandaswamy, research director at Gartner Group, focuses on mobile banking, mobile and cloud payments, channel convergence, digital strategy, big data analytics and outsourcing. Learn more here.

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Wells Fargo’s Board Has Big Problems With ISS Recommendation

PYMNTS

The board noted it has already taken actions to strengthen oversight and has held those responsible for the fake bank accounts scandal accountable, including John Stumpf, CEO , and Mary Mack, head of community banking. million to retail and small business accounts, totaling 130,000 in number.

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5 New Year’s Resolutions For Any Sized Bank That You Must Get Right in 2023

South State Correspondent

Charlotte, Houston, Phoenix, New York, Austin, Denver, Orlando, Miami, and Nashville, many banks have not adjusted pricing or their credit appetite. Sectors like office, retail, and hospitality, are even worse. For 2023, banks need to prioritize interest rate risk management and credit accuracy as a top priority.