Independent Banker
JANUARY 31, 2022
Ken Finley, president of Johnson City Bank, in downtown Johnson City with Shannon Sultemeier, executive vice president (left); and Brenda Haynes, vice president/cashier (right). Photo by Dennis Burnett. With the record growth of San Antonio, Houston and Austin, southern Texas is becoming a hub for business. Here’s how four community banks are thriving in this environment.
Gonzobanker
JANUARY 4, 2022
These fintech and banking trends should be on financial institutions’ radar in the year ahead. This list of top banking and fintech trends for 2022 won’t tell anyone anything they haven’t already heard about. It’s meant to help financial institutions plan for 2022—i.e., what trends should be on their strategic priority list for the coming year. Trend #1: The Great Overdraft Overhaul.
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Perficient
JANUARY 18, 2022
Everywhere you look and read, we are reminded of the key drivers behind the rising debt and delinquencies Americans face, as well as indications there’s much more to come: Inflation increased at the fastest rate in 40 years over the last twelve months, exceeding expectations, the Labor Department announced on January 12, 2022. Used vehicles , which have become a top leader for the current inflationary environment, have increased 37% over the past year.
Accenture
JANUARY 26, 2022
Most of the time, major moments of change only become obvious in retrospect. But the COVID-19 pandemic has been a watershed moment for banking visible in real-time. Each new day in 2022 takes us further into this new era of banking. Today’s banks are more intentional that reactive, more likely to challenge conventions than respect…. The post 10 trends shaping post-digital banking innovation appeared first on Accenture Banking Blog.
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Now is the time for lenders to prioritize their digital transformation initiatives in preparation for the lending rebound. Rising competition and ever-increasing customer demands for speed and efficiency are forcing financial institutions to embrace digital transformation. This shift can feel overwhelming—where do you begin? This infographic illustrates automation demands and shows you how loan document automation serves as an essential step to increase profits and provide the best lending exper
Jack Henry
JANUARY 17, 2022
For decades – maybe even centuries – an individual’s sense of community was most often based on their interactions in a particular physical location. Neighbors, schoolmates, coworkers, and even those with whom they shared a place or method of worship formed a person’s community. Until recently, community banks and credit unions typically defined their base through a location-based means as well: a neighborhood, a group of individuals working in a particular field, or residents of a particular co
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Independent Banker
JANUARY 31, 2022
Southern Bancorp partners with other community banks to increase loan accessibility and financial literacy to low-income customers. Photo by Dero Sanford. As CEO of Southern Bancorp, Darrin Williams wants to promote relationships between community banks and CDFIs to create more prosperous communities. By Judith Sears. Name: Southern Bancorp. Assets: $2 billion.
Banking Exchange
JANUARY 17, 2022
Follows December’s overdraft report from bureau which considered additional policy guidance Compliance Feature Duties Feature3 Consumer Credit Customers People Compliance Management Credit Risk Compliance/Regulatory.
Perficient
JANUARY 26, 2022
TD Bank Group recently announced its Q4 2021 earnings were up 31% from Q4 2020, despite the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. On its earnings call, the company elaborated that this in part was due to its dedicated, people-oriented approach to business. TD emphasized that this elevated focus on the customer experience has proven essential to their business strategy and that they are continuing to invest in marketing and technology to ensure their preparedness for continuous growth.
ABA Community Banking
JANUARY 18, 2022
As more customers engage with cryptocurrency, they are increasingly looking to banks to help them safely hold these assets. Banks are responding to this new customer demand. The post Why ABA Invested in NYDIG: Supporting Banks as They Help Customers Access Cryptocurrency appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.
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In this report, you’ll find a comprehensive analysis of survey responses from executives at banks, credit unions, and insurance companies concerning their organization’s current and future use of automation. The report’s key insights include: Which types of automation are saving organizations the most time and money How to overcome the biggest barriers to automation implementation and adoption Why automation investments will continue to grow over the next few years How much you could save in 202
Jack Henry
JANUARY 6, 2022
Quick poll: h ow many financial providers do you use? If you answered 30 to 40, you’re right in line with today’s Gen Z or Millennial couples. It’s a figure that sounds shocking at first, especially to those of us who’ve been around the financial services industry for some time. But, as Ron Shevlin said recently, “In our quest for more convenience in our financial lives, our financial lives have become more complex to manage.”.
SWBC's LenderHub
JANUARY 24, 2022
Last Week. Last week was simply brutal. In rates, a 100% probability of four FOMC rate hikes in 2022 is priced into the front of the yield curve with some, like Goldman Sachs, predicting a hike at every meeting starting March 16 or seven in total. Meanwhile, the Treasury yield curve flattened as signs point to a slowing recovery. Combining a slow down with the specter of the Fed aggressively tightening policy is most unpleasant.
TheGuardian
JANUARY 1, 2022
Our business writers pick their contenders for the headlines in 2022, from startups to venerable high street favourites In all likelihood, BT will be under new ownership, or at the least involved in a takeover battle, in June next year. The billionaire Patrick Drahi has been assiduously building his stake in the British telecoms giant, having spent more than £3bn to acquire 18% to date , making him BT’s biggest shareholder.
Banking Exchange
JANUARY 17, 2022
Traditional banks lack the underlying technology to undertake digital transformation reveals ISG report Technology Financial Trends Feature3 Fintech Feature Tech Management Mobile Online Outsourcing/Cloud.
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Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, email, and shared drives no longer have to slow us down. Join us as we present a "sneak peek" recorded demo of SkyStem's month-end close solution – ART. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.
MerhantsBanks
JANUARY 27, 2022
Merchants Financial Group, Inc. (MFGI) announced year-end earnings for 2021 with net income of $28,770,000, according to MFGI President & CEO Gregory M. Evans. The earnings exceeded MFGI’s plan for the year by more than $8.2 million and is an increase of 33.8% over 2020 earnings. “During another unique year, our team was amazing at […].
BankInovation
JANUARY 27, 2022
Tech labor costs are an “elephant in the room” for technology companies and banks. While that’s true for Capital One, the $432.4 billion bank may face “more of a headwind” with regard to the tech talent shortage, CEO Rich Fairbank said during this week’s earnings call. “I want to savor that for a second,” Fairbanks […].
Jack Henry
JANUARY 18, 2022
The last two years have called for undeniable change in the financial industry. They’ve called for forced branch closures, highlighted the importance of contact centers, and accelerated adoption of digital channels. They’ve shined a spotlight on the need for banks and credit unions to have technology in place that will improve branch performance so they can offer the service their accountholders deserve.
SWBC's LenderHub
JANUARY 3, 2022
Last Week. The news during the holiday week centered squarely around Omicron as super-high infection rates played havoc in the U.S. and Europe. However, growing uncertainty around how to run an economy with a quarter of the workforce home in bed didn’t stop equities as the S&P 500 set its 70 th all-time high for the year before retreating a bit at week’s end.
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As we step into 2024, the lending landscape evolves rapidly with technology, regulations, and market dynamics driving change. For banks and financial institutions to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers, these drivers must be understood and engaged with. Lenders can anticipate significant transformation fueled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer behaviors.
FICO
JANUARY 11, 2022
Last year we published a highly successful The 11 Commandments of Digital Banking eBook that introduced the 11 commandments: Digital lift-and-shift is not a strategy! Friction – not inherently good or evil. Be personable in this impersonal channel. Respect the data. Engage me, teach me – feed by TikTok obsession. Use your branch wisely! Respect my time and match my effort.
Banking Exchange
JANUARY 10, 2022
COVID-19 has caused significant numbers of people to want to limit social contact in public places for the time being Retail Banking Feature Financial Trends Duties Technology Feature3 Customers Consumer Compliance Covid19 Performance People Branch Technology/ATMs Mobile Online.
MerhantsBanks
JANUARY 10, 2022
Andrew Guzzo has been promoted to Chief Banking Officer & President (Winona), according to Greg Evans, President & CEO. Guzzo will continue to have primary leadership responsibility for Merchants Bank’s Winona and Goodview locations, along with meaningful community engagement for the Winona area. Additionally, Guzzo will now also oversee the strategic direction of the Wealth […].
BankInovation
JANUARY 28, 2022
Topping the news for fintech funding this week are two unicorns: a California cryptocurrency asset-tracking platform provider and a New York credit-building platform provider, both of which reached valuations of more than $1 billion. And, two London-based fintechs, one in crypto business trading services and the other in investment management, had nearly identical $59 million […].
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The buzz around generative AI shows no sign of abating in the foreseeable future. Enterprise interest in the technology is high, and the market is expected to gain momentum as organizations move from prototypes to actual project deployments. Ultimately, the market will demand an extensive ecosystem, and tools will need to streamline data and model utilization and management across multiple environments.
Jack Henry
JANUARY 10, 2022
One thing all BSA compliance professionals can agree on is that the requirements to identify money laundering and terrorist financing will continue to get more complex globally as time goes on. The good news is the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) updates aim to improve Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance to make identifying money laundering and terrorist financing easier for everyone.
ABA Community Banking
JANUARY 5, 2022
What's on the community bank roadmap for digital process improvement in 2022? On the latest episode of the ABA Banking Journal Podcast, Chris Bailey lifts the curtain on his bank's investments in digital signature management, conversational capabilities and client business optimization. The post Podcast: The Community Bank Digital Transformation Roadmap for 2022 appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.
BankDeals
JANUARY 13, 2022
M&T Bank $350 MyChoice Premium Checking account bonus offered through 1/28/2022. Available in CT, DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, and WV, based on Zip Code.
ATM Marketplace
JANUARY 18, 2022
Where are ATMs headed in 2022? Read to find out!
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