Managers of Wealth Americas

Banks bring BNPL rivalry

The debit card has become the latest battleground between banks and fintechs over installment lending.

CheckAlt Joins U.S. Bank Connected Partnership Network to Expand Access to Integrated Receivables Solutions

Marketplace links U.S. Bank clients with third-party payment and treasury solutions that are fully integrated with the bank’s systems

Fifth Third Bank Celebrates 168 Years of Innovation and Service as America Approaches 250th Birthday

Nation's ninth-largest bank reflects on its history of firsts as the country prepares to mark its semiquincentennial

RBC announces expansion of Vancouver banking and innovation hub

Supported by 1,000 high-quality jobs in B.C., the hub will help advance RBC's AI ambitions

Wells Fargo must pay $100M to help homebuyers after discrimination lawsuit — 51 cities are eligible

Wells Fargo has agreed to launch a $100 million borrower assistance program after settling a bombshell lawsuit that accused the company’s board of failing to properly oversee lending practices.

Bunq files for banking licence in Mexico

The application would help the neobank expand its presence in the country and provide banking services to residents in Mexico.

U.S. Bancorp profit jumps on interest income, fee revenue boost

Fee revenue was also a bright spot. It surged 6.9% in the quarter as the bank benefited from robust capital markets activity.

Valor Econômico and El Economista highlight LATAM as a J.P. Morgan Payments innovation hub

Global Co-Heads Max Neukirchen and Umar Farooq discuss Brazil’s and Mexico’s growing role in cross-border and real-time payments with key regional media

BMO named one of the 2026 World's Most Ethical Companies® for the ninth consecutive year

MO is the only bank in Canada, and one of only three worldwide, to be honoured.

PPRO integrates Cash App Pay for US merchants targeting younger consumers

Cash App Pay allows customers to pay directly from their Cash App balance, a linked bank account, or a debit card, without requiring a physical card.

Banks Strengthen Mobile Account Opening and Debit Card Controls While Delegated Access Emerges for Retail Customers to Safeguard Vulnerable Populations

U.S. Bank Continues as Overall Leader in Keynova Group's Mobile Banker Scorecard; Bank of America and U.S. Bank Tie for Top Mobile App

J.P. Morgan Payments rolls out virtual B2B card in Europe

European corporates can now access J.P. Morgan Payments’ expertise through its virtual card offerings to optimize their working capital by automating payment creation and reconciliation.

LemFi secures Bank of Canada registration

The milestone is a key moment in LemFi’s ongoing quest to reinforce trust through compliance, but also serves the company’s mission to build the full stack of financial services that move with people across borders.

Robinhood takes on Amex with $695-a-year platinum credit card

Robinhood, which began life as a stock trading app, claims more than 700,000 gold card users, with over $10 billion in annualised spending.

Revolut applies for US national bank charter

The filing was announced on 5 March 2026 and marks a significant step in the company's North American expansion strategy.

National Bank of Canada's profit gets a lift from Canadian Western deal

Peer Bank of Nova Scotia beat profit estimates on Tuesday, supported by strong growth across segments.

US commercial banks see credit spread compression into 2026

Industry deposits have fully recovered from the recent liquidity crisis and reached record levels.

Santander bolsters US presence with $12.2bn Webster Bank deal

Once completed in H2 2026, the acquisition will position Santander among the top ten US banks, with assets totalling $327 billion.

U.S. Bancorp to acquire BTIG

Bolt-on acquisition to expand markets-based product set and revenues and enhance support for institutional clients

Chase to take over Apple credit card from Goldman Sachs

Under the terms of the agreement, the purchase of the portfolio is estimated to bring over $20 billion of card balances to the Chase platform.

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