While aware of the challenges ahead, the country’s huge network of small and mid-sized banks believe they are in a strong position and remain optimistic about the long-term outlook.
Risk of recession high, chance of a soft landing low for the US economy
April 25, 2022The US Federal Reserve has a full agenda as it engages in battle with rising inflation.
Turning of the tide on US antitrust
November 11, 2021A renewed interest in antitrust could mean greater scrutiny ahead of mergers – including banking consolidation – and even the prospect of curbs on US tech giants.
Ambitious US infrastructure programme offers boost for banks
June 22, 2021There are opportunities for banks in president Joe Biden’s $1.7tn infrastructure plans, but also challenges.
US fiscal measures could help community banks most
April 21, 2021The fiscal stimulus package looks like good news for US banks, particularly smaller community lenders.
Non-bank risk joins China and climate on Yellen’s to-do list
February 24, 2021On top of climate concern and rivalry with China, the new US treasury secretary has the wider financial sector in her sights.
David Malpass on debt, China and climate
January 4, 2021World Bank president on effective development finance and the need for debt transparency, particularly from China.
The role banks can play in easing social tensions in the US
September 29, 2020US banks can work to ease rising social tensions, with or without help from the incoming president.
Why has US finance relief struggled to help small businesses?
June 3, 2020US coronavirus rescue programme for small businesses has attracted controversy.
Will Morgan Stanley’s E-Trade move pay off?
April 8, 2020Morgan Stanley’s purchase of online brokerage E-Trade came just weeks before Covid-19 began its global spread. How will the resulting operations be affected?