CreditCardsCo Blog Topic - ' Banking'
MasterCard Profits Up Courtesy of Credit Card Use
MasterCard just might be the credit card company to watch this year as it pulls together great leaders, admirable charitable efforts and global partners.
HSBC Controversy Continues
If HSBC thought this latest scandal might fade into the background it’s surely surprised to learn it’s doing anything but.
Buffet Backs Dimon in Treasury Role
Yes, Warren Buffet really believes Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan Chase CEO, should be considered to replace Timothy Geithner.
MasterCard Tracks, Sells Customer Credit Card Purchases
MasterCard has processes 35 billion transactions annually and now it’s selling the information from many of those transactions.
Discover Forced to Refund $200 Million to Consumers
Discover is in the news as CFPB and FDIC order credit card giant to refund millions to consumers who were targeted by deceptive telemarketing practices.
Bank of America Offers Remote Check Deposit
You can now snap a picture with your mobile phone and deposit it instantly if you’re a Bank of America customer.
New Financial Market for Money Tools and Apps
Don’t let the flood of new online money tools overwhelm you. Do your research and check out our list of reviews.
Banking 101: Understanding the Terminology
Many consumers aren’t exactly sure of proper “bank speak”. This week, we explore some of the more commonly used terminology.
Chase: Credit Card Wins, Mortgage Modification Suits Lose
Even as Chase is still battling with its policies and public image, its credit card sector is thriving with some of the best credit card offers on the market.
Citigroup Founder: ‘Split up Investment Banking’
Citigroup’s Founder, Sanford Weill, says it’s time to split up investment banking, despite the fact he was the one who pushed it through years ago. He insists it’s no longer a viable option in a modern economy.
Audits, HUD Suggest Illegal Behavior Among Banks
New audits uncover disturbing decisions made by five of the nation’s largest mortgage servicers. Some are demanding felony charges be filed.
What’s Going on With Google Wallet?
Google has yet one more image problem on its hands; this time, the problem is with Google Wallet and prepaid credit cards and prepaid debit cards. Here’s what happened.
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