Regional banks loan growth picks up as companies borrow again
KeyCorp, Regions and PNC reported stronger second-quarter commercial lending, while credit metrics stayed broadly stable.
By Rafael Ortiz 4 weeks agoFintech Correspondent
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Rafael covers payments, banking infrastructure, and the software eating financial services. Former product lead at a payments processor.
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ECB surveys show consumers cut near-term inflation expectations in June, while professional forecasters made only limited changes.
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Alipay+ Hang Seng deal brings QR payments to Hong Kong bank app
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Voice AI enters the back office as OpenAI and Anthropic add agents
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American Express earnings show Gen Z spending lift and AI push
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