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Mortgage Point: Credit Quality Concerns Ripple Through Banking Sector

Credit quality became an increasing cause of concern among lenders and analysts afterJPMorgan ChaseCEO Jamie Dimondiscussed his concernregarding recent bankruptcies ofFirst BrandsandTricolor Holdings, a major provider of subprime auto loans. “My antenna goes up when things like that happen,” Dimon told analysts during acallwith analysts. “And I probably…

It’s Budget Season

How many new projects are in the pipeline for 2026? Likely its more than there are dollars allocated for projects. Deciding how to prioritize often requires teams to sift through hundreds of tech companies, all claiming to streamline processes, help attract account holders, mitigate fraud, maintain regulatory compliance, and deliver countless other benefits. The abundance of options creates two critical challenges: how to identify and prioritize projects, and how to get the most out of your investment.

The Banking M&A Landscape in 2025: Key Considerations for Financial Institutions

As we navigate through 2025, the banking industry continues to experience significant consolidation, driven by economic pressures, technological imperatives, and regulatory challenges. At Bank Strategic Solutions, with our track record of managing numerous successful acquisitions, we've witnessed firsthand how mergers and acquisitions are reshaping the financial landscape. Economic…

Balancing Technology and Tradition: The Future of Community Banking

Community banks face a unique challenge: how to embrace technological innovation while preserving the personalized service and community connections that have long been their competitive advantage. At Bank Strategic, we're helping financial institutions navigate this balance, leveraging our deep understanding of both banking traditions and technological transformation. The…