Sarah Vainstein

In an increasingly competitive financial landscape where high-net-worth clients demand more than just investment advice, Flagstar Private Bank is embarking on an ambitious 18-month transformation designed to fundamentally reshape its wealth management division. The bank, which oversees a

A comprehensive analysis from a new research report reveals that Egypt's commercial banking sector is at a pivotal juncture, marked by consistent growth and a profound, ongoing modernization process that is reshaping the nation's financial landscape. This report charts the sector's evolution,

We're with the founder of a fintech platform reshaping business payments. Since 2019, the company has scaled to process over $8 billion annually and just closed a $50 million Series B, valuing it at over $300 million. We'll discuss the strategy behind this growth, how they secured backing from

In a significant realignment of the African financial landscape, Nigerian banking giant Access Bank Plc has officially cemented its presence in Central Africa by finalizing the acquisition of Standard Chartered Bank’s subsidiary in Cameroon. This transaction is a pivotal moment, illustrating a

I'm thrilled to sit down with Priya Jaiswal, a renowned expert in banking, business, and finance, whose deep insights into market analysis, portfolio management, and international business trends have shaped perspectives across the industry. Today, we’re diving into a pivotal moment for a major

Imagine a world where managing personal finances feels as intuitive as chatting with a trusted friend, where every spending decision is guided by tailored insights delivered right to your fingertips. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making this a reality, revolutionizing personal finance by

Imagine a country where millions still lack access to basic financial services, yet smartphones are ubiquitous, creating a perfect storm for digital banking to thrive. In the Philippines, this is the reality, and Tonik Digital Bank is at the forefront of bridging that gap. With a recent $12 million

Imagine a pivotal player in the economic landscape stepping away at a time when stability is paramount, leaving markets and policymakers alike grappling with uncertainty. The retirement of Raphael Bostic, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, effective earlier this year on February 28,

Imagine a wealth management industry where personal trust outweighs cold numbers, where every financial plan is as unique as the client behind it. That’s the world Matthew Hewett, CEO of Hudson Hedge Capital, has been shaping for over two decades. In a recent press release dated December 4, 2025,

Imagine a world where investors can peer into a bank's risk exposure with crystal clarity, unhindered by the opaque layers of traditional accounting. This vision is inching closer to reality as the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) rolls out a consultation on a transformative risk