BAFT Comments on Proposed Revisions to AML/CFT Guidance

The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index increased 1.6% in September compared to the month prior, landing at 69, according to preliminary results for the month.

Fraud is front and center for America's banks. Paul Benda and Peter Cook discuss several recent initiatives taken by ABA to help banks tackle fraud.

During a hearing on financial scams targeting consumers, Senate Banking Committee members offered different approaches for addressing the problem, with Democrats arguing that financial institutions should take responsibility for scams targeting their customers and Republicans pushing for consumer...

While financial stress among U.S. employees remains high, access to financial planning benefits through work has doubled since 2023, according to a PNC Bank survey.

The rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.2% this week. The rate for a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.27%.

ABA announced the winners of its 2024 ABA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Awards, which recognize member banks for their internal-facing programs, leadership and activities focused on improving DEI within their workplace.