TORONTO, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Banc Corp. ("the Company") announces that its annual financial statements and management report of fund performance for the year ended November 30, 2025 are now available on the Company's website at www.canadianbanc.com and at www.sedarplus.com. For further information, please contact Investor Relations at 416-304-4443, toll free at 1-877-4-Quadra (1-877-478-2372), info@quadravest.com or visit www.canadianbanc.com. ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Truxton is pleased to announce the promotion of three exceptional leaders whose expertise and dedication continue to strengthen the company’s ability to serve clients at the highest level. Jenny Bowers, CAMS, CRCM, CFE, has been promoted to Senior Vice President, BSA Officer.Mrs. Bowers joined Truxton in 2010 and has played a central role in maintaining and enhancing the firm’s Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering compliance program. In her expanded ...

"We have to get this Clarity Act across the finish line and any market participants who don’t want it should move to El Salvador," Bessent told the Senate Banking Committee on Feb. 5."If there are people who think we are going to operate in this environment without rules, they are probably wrong, and they should move to El Salvador," Solomon was quoted as saying by CNBC, echoing recent remarks from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent .However, Solomon at the event also called for regulations to ensure tha ...

Core Viewpoint - HSBC Holdings PLC reported a mixed earnings performance, with an EPS of $1.60 falling short of the estimated $1.80, while revenue exceeded expectations at $17.7 billion compared to an estimate of $17 billion [1][6] Financial Performance - The bank's pre-tax profit, excluding notable items, exceeded consensus by 9%, driven by increased net interest income and reduced impairments [2][6] - The CET1 capital ratio stood at 14.9%, surpassing expectations by 20 basis points, indicating a strong capital position [2] Growth Drivers - HSBC's adjusted Q4 pre-tax profit benefited from deposit growth and higher interest rates in Hong Kong, although approximately $100 million of these gains are not expected to recur [3] - The wealth segment performed well, with fee and other income rising by 20% year-on-year, and invested assets increasing by $80 billion compared to the previous year [3] Future Projections - Management projects banking net interest income to reach at least $45 billion in 2026, surpassing the consensus of $43.5 billion [4] - Costs are expected to rise by just 1%, suggesting a cost base of approximately $33.8 billion, which is around $500 million better than market forecasts [4] Financial Metrics - HSBC has a P/E ratio of approximately 18.22, a price-to-sales ratio of about 2.36, and an enterprise value to sales ratio of around 1.27 [5] - The bank maintains a moderate debt-to-equity ratio of about 0.51, showcasing financial stability [5]

Economic Policy and Tax Cuts - The president's recent speech emphasized the benefits of a significant bill passed in 2025, with $150 billion in new tax cuts for American workers expected to be realized in 2026 [1] - Businesses will benefit from $200 billion in capital investment due to 100% expensing of capital equipment, R&D, and property [1] - The administration is not expected to pursue large new tax cuts following the recent reconciliation bill, focusing instead on smaller measures like housing and infrastructure [1] Housing Market and Financial Sector - Housing stocks declined due to the lack of a comprehensive housing plan, with specific bills like manufactured housing expected to be introduced [2][4] - Financial deregulation is seen as a priority, with the potential to lower mortgage rates, which are currently at their lowest in four years [4][5] - The performance of bank stocks is more closely tied to the yield curve rather than financial deregulation, indicating a challenging environment for financial institutions [6][7] Defense and Technology - The president's speech included a warning about Iran's missile capabilities, which could provide a pretext for military action if negotiations fail [1] - There was a lack of discussion on AI, which is currently unpopular among voters, but there are plans to facilitate tech companies in building data centers to circumvent local opposition [2]

Key Takeaways BOH stock rose 15.7% in three months, beating the industry's 6.2% and S&P's 0.2% gains.Analysts raised BOH's 2026 and 2027 earnings estimates by 27.4% and 9.8%, respectively.Strong balance sheet, growing NII, and strategic digital moves support BOH's long-term growth.Shares of Bank of Hawaii Corporation (BOH) have gained 15.7% in the past three months, outperforming the industry’s 6.2% growth and the S&P 500 Index’s 0.2% rise.Further, the bank’s price performance has been better than that of i ...

Still, cybercrime is a financial security issue that many consumers are concerned about when debating whether online banking is safe. That can include hackers, identity theft and phishing. To combat this, online banks offer a number of extra security measures to protect your finances and maintain consumer trust.Instead of talking to bank tellers and bankers, you communicate with an online bank via phone, email, mobile app or online chat on the bank’s website.An online bank offers its services primarily thro ...

Quakertown, PA and Limerick, PA, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QNB Corp. ("QNB" or the "Company") (OTCQX: QNBC), the holding company for QNB Bank, and The Victory Bancorp, Inc. ("Victory") (OTCQX: VTYB), the holding company for The Victory Bank, today jointly announced that they have received all required regulatory approvals to complete their previously announced merger transaction (the “Merger”). The transaction, initially announced on September 23, 2025, is expected to close during the second quarter ...

Key Takeaways RF raised its quarterly dividend 6% to 26 cents per share and plans a 40-50% payout ratio in 2026.RF authorized a new $3B share repurchase plan through 2027, with $833.2M left under its prior program.RF reported $67.9B in liquidity vs. $4.9B debt at 2025-end, bolstering capital returns and growth plans. Regions Financial (RF) continues to return capital to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. In recent years, the company has gradually strengthened its payout profile while main ...

As large banks modernize, FinTech’s edge in speed and UX may shrink, pushing startups toward niche innovation, partnerships and infrastructure rather than end-to-end disruption.Competitive advantage is moving from balance-sheet scale to software and proprietary data, enabling automated decisioning, embedded finance and platform-style banking models.Updating the banking core has traditionally been viewed as akin to docking a cruise ship, with modernization serving as shorthand for incrementalism. Digitize th ...