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Major US banks see increased profits as more borrowers look for loans.

Major US banks see increased profits as more borrowers look for loans.

US Banks See Profit Growth But Face Challenges Ahead NEW YORK, Jan 14 – Major banks in the U.S. reported increased profits in the fourth quarter, largely driven by higher borrower demand, hinting that the economy remains stable, which is a good sign for lenders’ future earnings. Bank of America noted an 8% rise in […]

Major banks announce rising profits as tensions with Trump arise over credit card interest rates

Major banks announce rising profits as tensions with Trump arise over credit card interest rates

Banking Sector Shows Resilience Amidst Current Challenges NEW YORK (AP) — Setting aside personal interests, it appears the situation on Wall Street is quite favorable. On Wednesday, three major banks—Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo—released their financial results. Despite their differing banking strategies, a common theme emerged: profits are rising, trading activities remain robust, […]

Jerome Powell receives backing from global central banks during DOJ criminal investigation

Jerome Powell receives backing from global central banks during DOJ criminal investigation

Central Bank Leaders Support Fed Chair Amid Investigation Central bank leaders from around the world issued a collective statement on Tuesday backing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, who is currently under a criminal investigation initiated by the Justice Department during the Trump administration. Powell disclosed on Sunday that a subpoena had been sent to a […]

Trump proposes a one-year, 10% limit on credit card interest rates, but banks oppose it.

Trump proposes a one-year, 10% limit on credit card interest rates, but banks oppose it.

NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump is looking to bring back an earlier campaign promise to impose a one-year limit on credit card interest rates at 10%. He believes this could potentially provide significant savings for Americans. Despite investing tens of billions in funding, he faces immediate pushback from the industry he has previously […]

Trump Reverses Biden Regulations Requiring Banks to Provide Loans to Undocumented Individuals

Trump Reverses Biden Regulations Requiring Banks to Provide Loans to Undocumented Individuals

Trump Administration Reverses Loan Rule on Immigration Status The Trump administration has rolled back a rule from the Biden era that required banks to disregard immigration status when processing loan applications. On Monday, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) alongside the Department of Justice announced they would no longer follow the Biden guidelines that prohibited […]

Banks instructed to show ‘Yes’ vote banners before referendum

Banks instructed to show 'Yes' vote banners before referendum

Bangladesh Bank Issues Directive for Referendum Support Bangladesh Bank has instructed all banks to display two banners at each branch to promote public awareness and encourage a “yes” vote in the upcoming referendum. This initiative is part of wider efforts to enhance stability in the banking sector and foster public trust. The decision came during […]