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UBS Surges on First Nod for US National Bank License
Banking
2mo ago

UBS Surges on First Nod for US National Bank License

Federal Reserve's conditional approval marks a pivotal step in the Swiss bank's strategy to challenge US wealth management giants by offering expanded services.

State Street Stock Hits 52-Week High on Crypto Custody Platform News
Banking
2mo ago

State Street Stock Hits 52-Week High on Crypto Custody Platform News

The financial services giant plans a 2026 launch to meet surging institutional demand for digital asset services, entering a field populated by rivals like BNY Mellon and Citi.

BNY Mellon Under Scrutiny for $378M in Epstein-Linked Transfers
Banking
2mo ago

BNY Mellon Under Scrutiny for $378M in Epstein-Linked Transfers

A U.S. Senator's inquiry into historical transactions puts a fresh spotlight on the bank's alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions of compliance and reputational risk.

Goldman Sachs Boosts Dividend 12.5% on Dealmaking Rebound
Banking
2mo ago

Goldman Sachs Boosts Dividend 12.5% on Dealmaking Rebound

The investment bank signaled strong confidence in its outlook, raising its quarterly payout after profits surged on the back of a revival in investment banking and trading.

Home BancShares Climbs on Strong Loan Growth, Dividend Hike
Banking
2mo ago

Home BancShares Climbs on Strong Loan Growth, Dividend Hike

The Arkansas-based lender posted a 4.5% Q4 revenue beat and boosted its dividend by 5%, signaling confidence amid a challenging environment for regional banks.

Bank Stocks Slide as Rate Cap Talk, Fintech Pressure Hit Sector
Banking
2mo ago

Bank Stocks Slide as Rate Cap Talk, Fintech Pressure Hit Sector

Major card issuers like JPMorgan and Bank of America face a dual threat from political calls for a 10% APR cap and competitive disruption from players like Bilt.

Citigroup Slips as Revenue Miss, Russia Charge Cloud Results
Banking
2mo ago

Citigroup Slips as Revenue Miss, Russia Charge Cloud Results

The bank absorbed a $1.2 billion loss on the exit from its Russian consumer business, overshadowing a profit beat and strong investment banking performance.

UCB Shares Rise on Strong Q4 Earnings and Dividend Hike
Banking
2mo ago

UCB Shares Rise on Strong Q4 Earnings and Dividend Hike

Bank signals confidence with expanded margins and 1 million shares repurchased, capitalizing on a favorable outlook for regional banks in 2026.