OceanFirst to buy Flushing, raise $225M from Warburg Pincus
OceanFirst Acquires Flushing Financial in $579 Million Deal OceanFirst Financial Corp., based in New Jersey, has concluded one of the final banking deals of 2025, purchasing Long Island-based Flushing Financial for a whopping $579 million. This strategic move comes as the culmination of the most dynamic year in bank mergers and acquisitions since 2021. The […]
How to do estate planning for traditional IRAs
For wealthy families, passing down a traditional individual retirement account simply transfers a big tax burden from the owner to the heirs. Processing Content That’s why strategies such as establishing a trust, converting the holdings to a Roth IRA or using qualified charitable distributions or other philanthropic gifts could help financial advisors’ clients avoid high […]
Bankers and traders feel much more secure in their jobs than their colleagues in compliance
The State of Job Security in the Financial Services Industry The financial services industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving sector that is highly influenced by various factors such as market trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements. A recent survey conducted by eFinancialCareers shed light on the job security perceptions of 2,000 professionals working in this […]
Banks’ secret marketing weapon is ‘kid stuff’
Empowering Communities: The Power of Kid-Focused Initiatives in Banking The banking industry is one that thrives on trust, goodwill, and reputation. While national ad campaigns and grandiose marketing strategies are impressive, they rarely generate the same enduring impact as direct, hands-on support of a community’s youth. This understanding leads to the realization that small, kid-focused […]
Former Carson Group marketing executive drops lawsuit
Former Carson Group Marketing Executive Drops Lawsuit Weeks after a federal judge had stayed the proceedings, the former chief marketing officer of Carson Group, who accused the firm of discrimination and retaliation, dropped the lawsuit. Processing Content Under a joint agreement for dismissal on Dec. 26 between Mary Kate Gulick and Omaha, Nebraska-based Carson, the […]
An ex-Standard Chartered and Grab executive in Singapore has joined JPMorgan
The Career Journey of Krishna Atkuru Leaving banking for fintech was a common career path in the late 2010s, and one of the biggest success stories in Singapore was Krishna Atkuru, who left Standard Chartered for Grab in 2018. After almost a decade in fintech, he has now returned to banking, this time with JPMorgan. […]
Senior Finance Associate | Richmond, VA, USA
Capital One Seeks Senior Finance Associate for Commercial Banking Finance Team Capital One, a renowned financial institution, is actively seeking a proficient professional to fill the position of a Senior Associate in their Commercial Banking Finance team. The selected candidate will be entrusted with a range of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) duties, a pivotal […]
Mobile wallet trends for banks to watch in 2026 | PaymentsSource
Mobile Wallets: The New Frontier for Consumer Payments As the digital age continues to evolve, mobile wallets are becoming more popular among consumers, causing a significant shift in the payments industry. According to the 2026 World Payments Report by Capgemini, non-cash transactions are expected to rise from 1,685 billion in 2024 to 3,540 billion by […]
The watches that Wall Street bankers wear really
Wall Street Fashion: The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Watches Wall Street Fashion: The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Watches There are plenty of fashion status-symbols on Wall Street, from gilets to golf course merchandise, but few are as iconic as a luxury watch. Wearing the right one can go a long way in influencing how you’re […]
Financial Services Representative | Fishers, IN, USA
Empowering Careers at Schwab: A Deep Dive into the Role of a Financial Services Representative In today’s fast-paced business environment, it takes a unique company to not only survive but thrive. One such entity is Schwab, a company that has revolutionized the finance industry with its innovative thought and creative problem-solving approaches. At Schwab, employees […]