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The country's biggest financial companies are well represented in the ranking. Citigroup leads the way, followed by JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America.

See the 19th annual ranking of the Most Powerful Women in Banking.

As part of American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance program, we have selected five "Top Teams" for 2021. Centric Financial is one of the team honorees.

As part of American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance program, we have selected 25 women who stand out in specific categories that have taken on increasing importance lately, including human resources, risk and ESG.

As part of American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance program, we have selected five "Top Teams" for 2021. Citigroup is one of the team honorees.

As part of American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance program, we have selected five "Top Teams" for 2021. Huntington Bancshares is one of the team honorees.

As part of American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance program, we have selected five "Top Teams" for 2021. City National Bank is one of the team honorees.

As part of American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance program, we have selected five "Top Teams" for 2021. TD Bank is one of the team honorees.

Executives from banks, credit unions, card issuers and investment firms at American Banker's Card Forum discussed ways the public's embrace of digital transactions and credit alternatives like buy now/pay later is shaping everything from products to business strategies.

Rather than targeting the masses, the founders of these neobanks are narrowing their focus to serve people who may benefit from specialized products and services. The latest example: Nerve, a banking app for musicians.

U.S. Bancorp, M&T Bank, Citizens Financial are among the regionals that are buying smaller competitors in an effort to achieve greater scale.

The tech giant's high-stakes court battle with Epic Games over App Store checkout pricing has gotten most of the attention. But its policies are also facing scrutiny in the U.K., Japan, Australia and elsewhere.

Leadership transitions are underway at one of the largest banks in the country (Truist), the second largest credit union (State Employees Credit Union), a big energy lender (BOK Financial) and several smaller financial institutions. Here's a look at nine new, or soon-to-be leaders and the challenges that lie ahead.

Already in 2021, the nation's largest bank by assets has purchased more than 30 companies, including both fintechs and firms that are more removed from the financial industry. Here's a look at eight of those deals and the thinking behind them.

The industry opposes expanded IRS reporting and other tax-related provisions that Congress would use to pay for the overhaul. But the bill could also boost funding for small businesses and affordable housing.

Massages, a "bring your dog to work" policy, telemedicine and Zoom happy hours help these credit unions strike the right balance between work and personal needs.

These credit unions range offer perks such as higher starting wages, on-site training and annual bonuses. They also foster a sense of community with game nights, holiday parties and birthday celebrations.

Employees of these credit unions, the largest of this year's Best Credit Unions to Work For, get perks such as one-on-one meetings with the CEO, time off to volunteer, and better loan rates.

From vaccine mandates to mask requirements, banks are being forced to make difficult decisions in response to fast-changing conditions. Here's a look at where 14 large and midsize companies have landed — at least for now.

Regulators and the Biden administration are considering how to respond to the sharp growth in digital assets pegged to fiat currency. Their options include establishing rules like those for bank deposits and having the Federal Reserve issue a digital dollar that competes with private-sector stablecoins.