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Goldman Sachs at its most profitable in a decade

Finfeed Archived Oct 16, 2020

Another round of third-quarter bank earnings landed yesterday, including Bank of America and Wells Fargo, but it was Goldman Sachs that stole the show.

Is it time to buy into the big four banks?

Finfeed Archived Mar 20, 2020

For many years, the big four banks in the Australian stock market have been considered good defensive stocks, but in recent years you would have to ask if this view has changed?

Interaction analytics to remediate compliance issues

Finfeed Archived Dec 06, 2019

The financial institutions should not be gambling with compliance. And, the good news is, there are plenty of tools available to help steer them through these choppy regulatory waters.

How to really fix Australia's low wage growth challenge

Finfeed Archived Oct 04, 2019

The lack of wages growth remains the missing link between Australia’s growing economy and building household wealth, so how can we fix it?

Know Your Customer compliance is basic due diligence

Finfeed Archived Sep 06, 2019

KYC, AML / CFT are acronyms more familiar to large financial enterprises and banks than smaller companies and enterprises, but they shouldn’t be.

LinkedIn's top start-ups for 2019

Finfeed Archived Sep 04, 2019

According to LinkedIn the top 25 start-ups for 2019, are the ones that are rapidly growing and recruiting top talent.

9 Spokes surges on contract with Bank of America

Finfeed Archived Aug 26, 2019

9 Spokes (ASX:9SP), has entered into a formal contract with Bank of America to provide its small business (SB) customers with access to a white-labelled platform powered by 9 Spokes for an initial period of three years.

HSBC Bank Australia enters into tech agreement with Flamingo Ai

Finfeed Archived May 28, 2019

Artificial intelligence and machine learning company, Flamingo Ai Ltd (ASX:FGO), has signed a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with HSBC Bank Australia Ltd (HSBC Australia).

Is this the interest rate decision we had to have? Part 1

Finfeed Archived May 08, 2019

The RBA's decision to keep the cash rate at its current level went against many analysts' predictions, but investors need not worry..

Banks still not so safe

Finfeed Archived May 03, 2019

With reporting season underway, we can see how the aftermath of the royal commission is still working its way through the banking sector.

Banks pushing All Ords to New High

Finfeed Archived Apr 29, 2019

Materials and Financials are are key to the market making strong gains this year and they will pull other sectors with them as the market mood becomes more bullish.

Is the All Ordinaries Index staying afloat?

Finfeed Archived Mar 29, 2019

Wesfarmers proposed a $1.5 billion takeover bid for rare earth miner Lynas Corporation (LYC), whilst the All Ordinaries Index is continuing to surprise by remaining so resilient.

Enjoy the sunshine before the inevitable fall

Finfeed Archived Mar 08, 2019

After a period of reckoning for the big 4 banks, they have rallied with strong gains since the start of February, with Westpac being the top performer rising around 13%, followed by ANZ by around 11% and then CBA and NAB at around 8%

Property prices continue to drop as bank stocks rise

Finfeed Archived Feb 18, 2019

Property is said to be in its worst slump in a generation, but it’s not stopping billionaire Harry Tiguboff from continuing to develop.

High volatility could spell opportunity

Finfeed Archived Feb 15, 2019

At one stage Resmed was down 23 per cent, which provided an opportunity to get into a great stock at a cheaper price.

Could the US/China trade war soon end?

Finfeed Archived Feb 13, 2019

President Trump may be able to get over one wall this week, following the announcement that he would consider delaying a March 2 deadline to reach a trade deal with China.

Is the market overdue for a pullback?

Finfeed Archived Feb 08, 2019

The financial sector defied expectations and rose nearly 7 per cent this week, but is the market ready for a pullback?

Selling short on the banks was not a good idea

Finfeed Archived Feb 07, 2019

Those who sold and short sold the banks late last week had to take some medicine as the majors all rallied strongly following the release of Mr Hayne QC’s recommendations from the Royal Commission.