Only 13% of banking professionals say that their institutions most often redesign workflows end to end when adopting AI, according to the latest survey by American Banker’s Market Intelligence team. Why is it so difficult?
Texas is popular for many reasons. The second-largest US state is the birthplace of the iconic musician Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter, NFL star Michael Strahan, and actresses Selena Gomez and Reneé Zellweger. It’s also home to a beloved football team, the Dallas Cowboys, and internationally famous festivals, including South by Southwest. Beyond its cultural significance, Texas…
Expert quote: “I see the strength in real economic activity as reflecting not just strong demand but also an increase in the economy’s productive capacity due to efficiency gains.” – Susan Collins Processing Content Data point: In 2025, there were 15 bank mergers in New England; this year, there have been five so far, Fed…
Analysis-Taxes and high oil prices are set to spur more UK energy deals
More than half of first-time buyers in the UK are now paying higher monthly mortgage costs than they previously paid in rent, according to research from estate agent Hamptons. The proportion of first-time buyers facing increased housing costs reached 56% last month, the highest level in at least a decade. On average, these buyers are…
Specialist finance brokerage Aria Finance has launched a new advice firm to focus on high-net-worth (HNW) and private clients. Clarendon Private Finance is a London-based brokerage that has been created to support clients who typically rely on private banks for their property finance. The brokerage will offer a relationship-led service and access to specialist funding…
Towns are often perceived as quieter, slower-paced, and, crucially, more affordable than cities, according to a recent LendingTree analysis. However, this perception does not always reflect the reality of home buying. The study revealed that certain towns in the U.S. boast some of the highest housing values in the country. For instance, in Nantucket, MA,…