Scotiabank announced today the appointment of Travis Machen as the CEO and Group Head of its Global Banking and Markets (GBM) business, effective May 6, 2024. In this new role, Mr. Machen will lead the strategic direction of Scotiabank's global banking business, focusing on expanding product offerings and attracting more primary clients to drive sustainable growth.Scott Thomson, President and CEO of Scotiabank, expressed confidence in Machen, stating, "Travis is a forward-thinking leader with the vision and experience to lead our Global Banking and Markets business."...
SoFi Technologies, Inc. has announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2024, showcasing impressive growth and profitability. The company reported a net revenue of $645 million and a net income of $88 million, marking its second consecutive quarter of GAAP profitability.According to the report, the 54% combined revenue growth in the tech platform and financial services segments drove a 26% growth in total adjusted net revenue. The management team at SoFi also raised the guidance for the fiscal year 2024."SoFi is a member-centric, one-stop shop for digital...
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has made a significant stride in promoting inclusivity and diversity in its contracting model for capital improvement projects. The latest Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) approved by the Los Angeles City Council represents nearly $1 billion in contracting value and has set new standards for inclusivity.Karim Webb, President of the Board of Airport Commissioners, expressed his satisfaction with the decision, stating, "After supporting this game-changing MATOC with my fellow BOAC members, I commend the City on its unanimous...
CARMEL, Ind., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CNO Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CNO) announced its first-quarter results for 2024, showcasing a significant improvement over the previous year. The company reported net income of $112.3 million, or $1.01 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $0.8 million, or $0.01 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2023.Gary C. Bhojwani, CEO of CNO Financial Group, expressed satisfaction with the quarterly performance, stating, "First quarter results were among the best operating metrics we've delivered in the past several years...
Bill Himpler, president of the American Financial Services Association (AFSA) joined the American Legal Record Podcast to discuss AFSA’s mission, a macro look at the state of credit, mortgage borrowing, its relationship to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the regulatory environment, and what lies ahead re interest rates.
Billd has released its 2024 National Subcontractor Market Report, revealing significant insights into the financial state of subcontractors in the commercial construction industry. The report, based on a survey of nearly 700 professionals, highlights a notable disparity between subcontractors who account for working capital costs and those who do not. According to the findings, subcontractors who consider these costs achieve an average of 11% higher profits compared to their peers.
On the final day of America’s Credit Unions’ 2024 HR & Organizational Development Council Conference in St. Pete Beach, Fla., industry professionals shared valuable insights and advice for HR leaders. The panel, moderated by Coastal Credit Union Chief Administrative Officer Mia Perez, featured leaders from various credit unions who highlighted key aspects for HR leaders to consider.Christine Messer, Chief Financial Officer at Heritage Family Credit Union, emphasized the importance of leadership skills in the finance sector, stating, “I can train anybody to do accounting...
GUANGZHOU, China, April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CNFinance Holdings Limited (NYSE: CNF) ("CNFinance" or the "Company") has announced the filing of its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on April 26, 2024.The Company stated, "The annual report can be accessed on the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.cashchina.cn as well as the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov."Furthermore, CNFinance Holdings Limited confirmed, "The Company will provide a hard copy of its annual...
Tirzah Duren, the vice president of policy and research at the American Consumer Institute (ACI), said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) recently proposed rules on “junk fees” would harm consumers.
The Financial Services Committee, led by Chairman Patrick McHenry (R-NC), conducted a markup of seven new pieces of legislation and six Congressional Review Acts (CRA) at an April meeting.
Washington, D.C. (April 29, 2024) - The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) commenced the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit in Washington with the unveiling of new polling data that reveals significant public backing for community banker perspectives on critical issues. According to ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey, Americans across the nation align with community bankers' stances on essential policy matters.The ICBA-commissioned polling, executed by Morning Consult, highlighted several key findings. The data indicated that 70% of Americans believe that...
U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-Mo.) introduced the Regulatory Transparency for Small Businesses Act, a bill to require any proposed regulation from federal agencies to estimate the number of small businesses that would be impacted by the regulation.
Washington, D.C. (April 25, 2024) - The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has unveiled its legislative and regulatory policy objectives for 2024, setting the stage for the upcoming ICBA Capital Summit from April 28 to May 1. The resolutions, developed and endorsed by ICBA volunteer community bankers, will shape the organization's advocacy efforts in the year ahead, aligning with its core mission of fostering an environment conducive to the success of community banks.In a statement, ICBA Chairman Lucas White, who also serves as the president of The Fountain...
Associated Banc-Corp, a leading Midwest banking franchise, revealed positive financial outcomes in their first-quarter report for 2024. The company reported net income available to common equity of $78 million, translating to $0.52 per common share. This marks a significant improvement compared to the previous quarter's loss of $94 million and a decrease from the earnings of $100 million in the same period last year.President and CEO Andy Harmening expressed satisfaction with the results, stating, "During the first quarter, we continued to make strong progress against our...
LAS VEGAS, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GBank Financial Holdings Inc. (the "Company") (OTCQX: GBFH) has announced its upcoming annual meeting of shareholders scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. (PST). Shareholders will have the opportunity to participate remotely, with no physical location for attendance.The event will be hosted by Edward M. Nigro, Executive Chairman, and T. Ryan Sullivan, President/CEO of GBank Financial Holdings Inc. Shareholders are urged to thoroughly review the Annual Meeting Notice and related materials to familiarize themselves with...
The Supreme Court is expected to rule in the next month or two on CFPB v. CFSA, a case challenging the CFPB’s independent funding mechanism through the Federal Reserve. AFSA submitted an amicus brief in support of CFSA.When Congress first met on March 4, 1789, one of the first items of business was to fulfill the requirements of Article III, section 1, of the Constitution. John Jay of New York took the oath as the first Chief Justice on October 19, 1789. The Court's journey from its early days in the Merchants Exchange Building in New York City to its current home on...
Esquire Financial Holdings, Inc., the financial holding company for Esquire Bank, National Association, has announced its operating results for the first quarter of 2024. The company reported net income of $10.1 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, with returns on average assets and equity at 2.59% and 20.14%, respectively.Tony Coelho, Chairman of the Board, emphasized the company's belief in maintaining a strong balance sheet and client relationships for long-term success. He stated, "We have always believed that a strong and fortified balance sheet anchored by...
NEW YORK, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- R&T Deposit Solutions ("R&T"), a leading provider of tech-enabled cash management and deposit placement programs, has announced a strategic Collaboration Agreement with Supernova Technology ("Supernova"), a prominent financial technology company specializing in digital wealth-based lending solutions.Under this agreement, R&T's subsidiary, Total Deposit Solutions, LLC, will transition its Securities-Based Loan Management System ("LMS") client base to Supernova, providing clients with access to Supernova's cloud-based...
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey expressed support for proposals to decrease deposit insurance assessments for community banks, stating, "With the Deposit Insurance Fund reserve ratio on track to reach the statutory minimum two years ahead of schedule, ICBA strongly supports proposals to decrease deposit insurance assessments for the nation’s community banks."Rainey referenced remarks made by Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra at the FDIC board meeting, highlighting the importance of...