Banks

Backlash against Bank of America's $5 a month fee for debit card use prompts some rivals to drop the idea. But fees will come elsewhere.

Big banks have backed off of the idea of debit card fees for now in the wake of backlash against Bank of America's plan. But where will banks try to make money going forward?

After major backlash following Bank of America's decision to charge $5 for debit cards, other big banks across the country are deciding against the practice.

Los Angeles Councilman Richard Alarcon is pushing a "banking responsibility ordinance" that would require banks doing business with the city to invest in the community.

The chairman of North Jersey Community Bank talks about how community banks are different from the big ones, and how that difference can matter.

It's hardly surprising that Americans don't trust banks and other financial institutions. Think Bank of America's $5 debit card fee; the wide array...

The investment bank reported only its second quarterly loss since going public in 1999. One factor is the volatility of stock markets, which is affecting experienced traders like Goldman as well as small investors.

Earnings numbers out today from Citigroup and Wells Fargo were positive. But how long will it be before the average person feels the effects?

America's biggest banks face challenges in investment and commercial banking. But the outlook for regional banks is brighter.