Banking & Finance

Powered by Gigs, BBVA Expands Offering in Italy With eSIM Service Integrated Into Its Banking App

October 30, 2026 5:35 AM

Instead of paying expensive roaming fees, turning to third-party applications, or buying a physical SIM card when traveling abroad, BBVA customers in Italy can now purchase and activate an eSIM directly through BBVA's bank app. To offer this new mobile connectivity service, BBVA relies on Gigs, a leading embedded connectivity provider. Powered by Gigs, BBVA Expands Offering in Italy With eSIM Service Integrated Into Its Banking App / Source:...

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How to Use a Vehicle Loan Calculator Before You Shop for a Used

October 30, 2026 4:30 AM

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 30, 2026 / Shopping for a used car comes with a lot of moving parts. Buyers juggle vehicle condition, mileage and price, often without knowing what their monthly payment will actually look like once financing enters the picture. That's where a vehicle loan calculator comes in handy. Before applying for a used vehicle loan, running the numbers first can turn the guessing game into a clear plan. A...

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How to Build a "Fun Fund" Without Guilt

October 30, 2026 12:00 AM

Saving money and enjoying life don't have to be at odds. Some people may feel guilty spending on hobbies, travel or experiences because they worry about derailing their financial goals. With a "fun fund," you can set aside money specifically for entertainment, so you can enjoy yourself without dipping into your emergency savings or feeling bad about it. Here's how to build a fun fund the smart way. Define your fun goals Start by figuring out...

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Truist Expands Efforts To Address Homelessness and Housing Instability in Charlotte

October 29, 2026 5:45 PM

Truist today announced a significant commitment to A Home for All, including a $450,000 grant from the Truist Charitable Fund. A Home for All is Mecklenburg County's community-wide effort to create a more efficient and effective homelessness and housing continuum across Charlotte-Mecklenburg, bringing together public, private and nonprofit partners around coordinated solutions. Funding will build on work already underway to connect more people...

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Pinetree Capital Announces Unaudited Financial Results for the Period Ended September 30, 2026

October 29, 2026 5:01 PM

Pinetree Capital Ltd. (TSX:PNP) ("Pinetree" or the "Company") today announced its financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026. All financial information provided in this press release is unaudited and all figures are in $'000 except per share amounts and shares outstanding. Unaudited financial results for the period ended September 30, 2026 The following information should be read in conjunction with our unaudited condensed...

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Infinity Bancorp Announces Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

October 29, 2026 5:00 PM

Infinity Bancorp (OTCQB:INFT) (the "Company" or "Bancorp"), the holding company for Infinity Bank (the "Bank"), today announced financial results for the quarter ended, September 30, 2026. Financial highlights for the third quarter of 2026: Net income of $1.4 million; basic EPS of $0.44 Deposits increased $20.8 million, or 6.7%, during the quarter Non-interest-bearing deposits increased to 64% of total deposits No FHLB or other borrowings...

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Climate First Bank Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Orlando Market Expansion

October 29, 2026 5:00 PM

Climate First Bank, the world's first FDIC-insured digital community bank founded to combat the climate crisis, today announced the opening of its newest bank branch in downtown Orlando, FL and unveiled plans for a new bank branch in Mount Dora, FL. The new expansion brings the total number of branches in the Orlando market to three, including Climate First's 2,120 square foot flagship Winter Park branch which opened in 2022. View photos of...

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Rhinebeck Bancorp, Inc. Reports Results for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2026

October 29, 2026 4:25 PM

Rhinebeck Bancorp, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ:RBKB), the holding company of Rhinebeck Bank (the "Bank"), reported net income for the three months ended September 30, 2026 of $3.2 million ($0.21 per basic and diluted share), which was $457,000, or 17.0%, higher than the comparable prior year period of $2.7 million ($0.18 per basic and diluted share). Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 of $8.0 million ($0.53 per basic and...

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U & I Financial Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

October 29, 2026 4:00 PM

U & I Financial Corp. (OTCQX:UNIF), the holding company ("Company") for UniBank ("Bank"), today reported quarterly Net Loss of $824 thousand or $0.15 loss per share in the third quarter of 2026, compared to a Net Loss of $258 thousand or $0.05 loss per share for the same quarter of 2025. The Company recognized a negative Provision for Credit Losses of $325 thousand during the third quarter of 2026 as compared to negative Provision for Credit...

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Commencement Bancorp, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2026 Results

October 29, 2026 2:45 PM

Commencement Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX:CBWA) (the "Company", "we," or "us"), the parent company of Commencement Bank (the "Bank"), reported net income of $2.0 million, or $0.55 per share, for the third quarter of 2026 compared to $1.8 million, or $0.48 per share, for the second quarter of 2026. Comparable earnings were $1.9 million, or $0.49 per share, for the third quarter of 2025. The Bank recorded return on average assets of 1.11% for the third...

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Arizona CDFI Network Names Andre T. Whittington as Inaugural Executive Director

October 29, 2026 11:00 AM

The Arizona CDFI Network has appointed Andre T. Whittington as its inaugural Executive Director, effective December 1, 2026, marking an important step in the Network's development and its efforts to strengthen community finance across Arizona. The appointment establishes dedicated executive leadership as the Network moves beyond its initial formation toward building the organizational capacity, partnerships and coordination needed to advance its...

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O2 Sponsor Finance Hires James Benbrook as Vice President

October 29, 2026 11:00 AM

O2 Sponsor Finance, a division of Old Second National Bank, today announced that it has recently hired James Benbrook as Vice President. "We are excited to announce that James Benbrook has joined as Vice President of O2 Sponsor Finance. James is responsible for structuring and underwriting new and existing lending opportunities while partnering closely with equity sponsors and management teams. James will play an important role in supporting our...

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Holder Partners Launches Strategic Communications Practice and Appoints Ali Ponte as Director and Practice Lead

October 29, 2026 10:15 AM

Holder Partners, a multidisciplinary consulting and advisory firm, today announced the launch of its Strategic Communications practice and the appointment of Ali Ponte as Director and Practice Lead. The practice advises leading companies and institutions, their boards, senior executives and counsel on communications, reputation and stakeholder considerations in complex matters and periods of significant change or opportunity. Each engagement is...

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KeyBank's Key Secured Credit Card(R) Program Surpasses 48,000 Client Graduations Since 2019

October 29, 2026 9:30 AM

Today, KeyBank (NYSE:KEY) announced the first half of the 2026 graduating classes of the Key Secured Credit Card® program comprised of more than 4,600 clients who have been empowered to improve their credit scores and establish financial stability. Of these graduates, 68% graduated within 12 months, while 85% graduated over the course of 24 months (Data from graduating classes between January 1-June 30, 2026). Among graduates, 74% entered the...

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Lendistry Demos OrigenLink Lending Platform Live at American Banker Conference

October 29, 2026 9:00 AM

Lendistry today announces OrigenLink, its new technology enabled managed lending-as-a-service solution aimed at expanding access to capital for small businesses. Lendistry's CEO and CTO, Everett K. Sands and Robert Green, presented a live demonstration of the system to certain banking leaders at the American Banker Small Business Banking Conference on October 28, 2026. In a time when the demand for responsible commercial lending is increasing,...

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SBA Loan Pre-Approval With a Straight Answer: GetABusinessLoan.com Tells Established Owners Whether SBA Fits Their Timeline

October 29, 2026 9:00 AM

For established businesses planning to expand, refinance or invest for the long haul, an SBA loan is often the first option owners ask about, and for good reason. SBA programs typically offer longer terms and competitive rates. The trade-off is a longer, more document-heavy process, and many owners do not learn whether that process fits their timeline until they are weeks into it. GetABusinessLoan.com is encouraging owners to get that answer at...

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Isabella Bank Corporation Reports Record Third Quarter 2026 Earnings

October 29, 2026 8:30 AM

Isabella Bank Corporation (Nasdaq:ISBA) ("Isabella" or the "Company") reported net income of $6.6 million, or $0.86 per diluted share, for the third quarter 2026 compared to $5.2 million, or $0.71 per diluted share, for the third quarter 2025. THIRD QUARTER 2026 HIGHLIGHTS Record net income of $6.6 million, which included after-tax expenses of $657,000 related to the proposed acquisition of Grand River Commerce, Inc. Net interest margin (NIM)...

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Carter Bankshares, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend

October 29, 2026 8:05 AM

The board of directors of Carter Bankshares, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ:CARE), the holding company of Carter Bank (the "Bank"), approved a cash dividend of $0.10 per share on October 28, 2026. Based on the closing stock price on October 28, 2026 of $30.22, the annualized dividend yield is 1.32%. The dividend is payable on November 23, 2026 to shareholders of record as of November 09, 2026. About Carter Bankshares, Inc. Headquartered in...

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Coastal Carolina Bancshares, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Results

October 29, 2026 8:00 AM

Coastal Carolina Bancshares, Inc. (the "Company") (OTCQX:CCNB), parent of Coastal Carolina National Bank (the "Bank"), reported unaudited financial results for the third quarter of 2026. The Company reported net income for the three months ended September 30, 2026, of $3,208,598, or $0.42 per diluted share, compared to $2,959,053, or $0.47 per diluted share, for the same period in the prior year and $2,935,412, or $0.39 per diluted share, for...

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National Capital Bancorp, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings and Quarterly Cash Dividend

October 29, 2026 8:00 AM

National Capital Bancorp, Inc. ("NACB" or the "Company") (OTCID:NACB), the holding company for The National Capital Bank of Washington ("NCB" or the "Bank"), reported net income of $215 thousand, or $0.19 per common share, for the three months ended September 30, 2026, compared to net income of $1.8 million, or $1.55 per common share, for the three months ended September 30, 2025. For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, the Company...

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