Associated Bank to buy Nebraska lender for $604M

Associated Bank Acquires American National Bank in $604 Million Deal Green Bay, Wisconsin-based Associated Bank has announced its agreement to acquire Omaha, Nebraska-based American National Bank in an all-stock deal valued at $604 million. This strategic move will significantly expand Associated Bank’s presence in the Midwest region. Key Details of the Acquisition With this acquisition, […]
Alexandre Tombini on LatAm resilience and growth amid uncertainty

Alexandre Tombini Discusses Latin America’s Resilience Amid Economic Uncertainty As geopolitical risks continue to loom large, Alexandre Tombini, Head of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) Americas, sheds light on the resilience and growth of Latin American economies amidst uncertainty. He also delves into the impact of the US tariffs and the role of digital […]
WTW in discussions to purchase Cushon from NatWest

Willis Towers Watson in Talks to Purchase Cushon Global advisory, broking, and solutions company, Willis Towers Watson (WTW), is reportedly in discussions to acquire Cushon, a platform for workplace retirement schemes. According to a report by Sky News, the potential acquisition comes after an auction process that saw several interested companies from the sector. However, […]
Small biz fintech Fundbox uses partnerships to fuel growth

Fundbox: A Rising Star in Small-business Lending Plano, Texas-based Fundbox, a leading embedded small-business lender, has been enjoying significant growth in the year 2025. This growth has been fueled by strategic partnerships and a warehouse lending facility from Cross River Bank and Waterfall Asset Management. Fundbox’s unique business model and reliance on data-driven digital underwriting […]