Loan Application news and trends

LendingClub Loan Applications Surge 18 Pct Despite Earnings Miss
Earnings // February 20, 2019

LendingClub shares sank on guidance that missed the Street, but management said fourth quarter lending activity was strong across personal and auto loans, even as the macro environment moving forward is an uncertain one.

Rising Delinquency Rates Dampen Reports Of Stronger Business Performance
B2B Payments // December 17, 2018

There is a lot to be optimistic about for U.S. businesses. A strengthening economy and forecasts of new revenue heights have corporates large and small looking up. In the latest “Biz2Credit Small Business Lending Index,” researchers found — yet again — that financial institutions (FIs) are continuing to...

Alipay Ramps Up Supply Chain, Lending Services To SMBs
B2B Payments // October 30, 2018

Chinese payments conglomerate Alipay is ramping up its B2B services with a new suite of offerings for small businesses (SMBs). Reports in Financial IT on Monday (Oct. 29) said Alipay is introducing a range of solutions for small businesses to support growth of China’s SMB...

Lending Club, Intuit Pair To Streamline Consumer Loan Applications
Partnerships / Acquisitions // October 19, 2018

Intuit is set to offer an easier consumer loan application process and personalized financial advice through partnerships with Lending Club and Wealthfront. “With more than 25 million users and rich insights into their financial profiles, Mint and Turbo are uniquely positioned to deliver value to...

Interviews & Exclusives
Lending Is Ripe for an Instant Disbursements Transformation

April 11, 2023
As inflation rises and recession looms, consumers are anxious about their finances. With 48% of consumers less likely to take out a loan since interest rates have increased, banks must provide an enhanced lending experience to stay competitive. Borrowers want a faster and more convenient lending process, with 35% of consumers believing they should be […]

LendingClub Loan Applications Surge 18 Pct Despite Earnings Miss

February 20, 2019
LendingClub shares sank on guidance that missed the Street, but management said fourth quarter lending activity was strong across personal and auto loans, even as the macro environment moving forward...

Quick Reads
Alipay Ramps Up Supply Chain, Lending Services To SMBs

October 30, 2018
Chinese payments conglomerate Alipay is ramping up its B2B services with a new suite of offerings for small businesses (SMBs). Reports in Financial IT on Monday (Oct. 29) said Alipay is introducing a range of solutions for small businesses to support growth of China’s SMB community. They include business intelligence solutions like analysis and support […]

Lending Club, Intuit Pair To Streamline Consumer Loan Applications

October 19, 2018
Intuit is set to offer an easier consumer loan application process and personalized financial advice through partnerships with Lending Club and Wealthfront. “With more than 25 million users and rich...

Credit Karma Buys Online Mortgage Company

August 16, 2018
Approved, the online mortgage platform company, announced Thursday (Aug. 16) in a blog post that it has been acquired Credit Karma. In a blog post, Approved Chief Executive and Founder...