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Fitch Paints Negative Picture For Wells Fargo
October 05, 2016

Fitch, the credit rating agency, on Tuesday (Oct. 4) affirmed Wells Fargo’s ratings at “AA-/F1+” and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.’s ratings at “AA/F1+” but revised the rating outlook to Negative from Stable. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Wells Fargo Shut Out Of Illinois Bond Business; Chicago May Follow Suit
October 05, 2016

The Wells Fargo fake account scandal has resulted in more fallout for the beleaguered bank — this time, with Illinois announcing a ban on bond and investment work with Wells Fargo. Meanwhile, the Chicago City Council is gearing up to consider a moratorium on doing...

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Jobs To Be Slashed By European Banks
October 04, 2016

European banks have struggled since the global financial crisis, and jobs are being cut region-wide as financial institutions attempt to recoup profits in order to invest in digital technology. High regulatory costs, negative interest rates and volatile markets are reducing margins. The number of staff...

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Wells Fargo To Pay For $163M Dumping Claim
October 04, 2016

The legal hits — via fines — keep on coming for Wells Fargo. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Lawmakers Pull No Punches For Wells’ Stumpf
September 30, 2016

Wells Fargo CEO John Stumpf went to Washington on Thursday (Sept. 29) for the second time this month. And it was not exactly a lark the latest go round. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Buffett Says No Truth To Reports He Wants Big Changes At Wells
September 30, 2016

Warren Buffett, whose Berkshire Hathaway remains among the largest shareholders of beleagured Wells Fargo, said on Thursday (Sept. 29) that he has not, contrary to one published report by a research firm, been agitating for “radical transformation” at the bank. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Sanctions For Wells On Repossessing Vehicles From Military Personnel
September 30, 2016

Adding fuel to the Wells Fargo fire, the company has now been sanctioned by none other than the Justice Department for improperly repossessing cars that had been owned by military personnel. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Wells Fargo Independent Board Furious About CEO Stumpf’s Handling Of Scandal
September 29, 2016

Wells Fargo Chief Executive John Stumpf’s move to give up around $41 million in unvested equity was prompted in part by board members who were furious about how the CEO handled the fake account scandal. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Capital Requirements To Dim Large Bank Dividends, Lead Smaller Banks To Shine?
September 28, 2016

Capital, capital everywhere — but, for big U.S. bank investors, the old Seinfeld punchline: “No dividends for you!” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...