banking News

Barclays Enters Stablecoin Arena with Strategic Investment in Ubyx
Banking
1mo ago

Barclays Enters Stablecoin Arena with Strategic Investment in Ubyx

Move to back US settlement firm Ubyx signals a growing trend of traditional finance giants embracing digital asset infrastructure.

UBS Shares Dip as Executive Departures Signal Deeper Integration Cuts
Banking
1mo ago

UBS Shares Dip as Executive Departures Signal Deeper Integration Cuts

A veteran's exit in Asia and a new wave of layoffs underscore the challenges facing the Swiss lender as it pushes to realize $13 billion in savings from the Credit Suisse merger.

Investment Banks Eye IPO Market Rebound as Discord Taps GS, JPM for Listing
Banking
1mo ago

Investment Banks Eye IPO Market Rebound as Discord Taps GS, JPM for Listing

The planned offering for the popular chat platform could signal a turning point for the dormant tech IPO market, a critical revenue stream for Wall Street's top underwriters.

Morgan Stanley Files for Spot Bitcoin and Solana ETFs
Banking
1mo ago

Morgan Stanley Files for Spot Bitcoin and Solana ETFs

Banking giant's move to launch its own crypto investment products signals deepening institutional adoption and follows strong market inflows.

Bank OZK Boosts Dividend for 62nd Straight Quarter, Signals Strength
Banking
1mo ago

Bank OZK Boosts Dividend for 62nd Straight Quarter, Signals Strength

The regional lender increased its quarterly payout by 2.2% to $0.46 per share, underscoring confidence in its balance sheet amid sector-wide scrutiny.

Citigroup Takes $1.2B Hit to Finalize Russian Market Exit
Banking
1mo ago

Citigroup Takes $1.2B Hit to Finalize Russian Market Exit

Sale of remaining operations to Renaissance Capital for a Q4 loss marks the end of a multi-year retreat and removes a significant geopolitical overhang for the bank.

Bank Stocks Edge Lower on 'Zombie Mortgage' Revival Concerns
Banking
1mo ago

Bank Stocks Edge Lower on 'Zombie Mortgage' Revival Concerns

Long-dormant second mortgages from the 2008 crisis are being revived, raising regulatory risks for major lenders and prompting fresh scrutiny from Washington.

Independent Bank Shares Rise on New Share Repurchase Program
Banking
1mo ago

Independent Bank Shares Rise on New Share Repurchase Program

The Michigan-based lender's board authorized the buyback of up to 5% of its outstanding shares through 2026, signaling confidence in the bank's valuation.