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Article

Five Factors Buyers Consider in a Bank Acquisition

February 6, 2025
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Five Factors Buyers Consider in a Bank Acquisition

February 6, 2025

Financial institutions are planning for a rebound in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity and identifying opportunities for growth in 2025. Read the insight to learn how BDO helps clients throughout the acquisition journey.

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FATCA Certifications for Period Ending December 2024 Are Due July 1, 2025

January 24, 2025
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FATCA Certifications for Period Ending December 2024 Are Due July 1, 2025

January 24, 2025

Foreign Account Tax Account Compliance Act (FATCA) Responsible Officer certifications are due by July 1, 2025, for the certification period ending December 31, 2024. Entities that are required to certify must submit their certifications by the due date to be in compliance with obligations under FATCA.

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BDO’s 2025 Fintech Predictions

January 16, 2025
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BDO’s 2025 Fintech Predictions

January 16, 2025

Fintechs are poised for significant growth in 2025. Declining federal interest rates, a new presidential administration, and renewed appetite for blockchain applications will present fresh opportunities across the industry.

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Enhancing Accuracy and Efficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central’s Copilot Bank Reconciliation

November 18, 2024
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Enhancing Accuracy and Efficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central’s Copilot Bank Reconciliation

November 18, 2024

For finance teams, accurate, timely bank reconciliation is crucial for maintaining reliable financial data and driving confident decision-making.

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Extending a Leading Banking ERP Solution to Deepen Customer Engagement

November 15, 2024
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Extending a Leading Banking ERP Solution to Deepen Customer Engagement

November 15, 2024

Many financial institutions rely on a leading banking ERP solution to manage transactional data and core operations. While this platform is effective for operational tasks, today’s financial landscape demands more.

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The BDO 600 2024 Compensation

November 5, 2024
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The BDO 600 2024 Compensation

November 5, 2024

2024 Study of Executive Compensation Within Mid-Market Public Companies

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IRS Extends Relief for Foreign Financial Institutions to Report U.S. Taxpayer Identification Numbers

October 30, 2024
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IRS Extends Relief for Foreign Financial Institutions to Report U.S. Taxpayer Identification Numbers

October 30, 2024

Foreign financial institutions (FFIs) get a few more years of relief, subject to certain requirements, with respect to obtaining and reporting U.S. taxpayer identification numbers (TINs) for certain preexisting accounts under the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).

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Breach of Covenant Impact Quiz

October 24, 2024
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Breach of Covenant Impact Quiz

October 24, 2024

Should you engage a third-party advisor to help manage the impact of a breach of covenant? Take the quiz to learn where you stand.

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A Lender’s Guide to Breach of Covenant Solutions

October 21, 2024
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A Lender’s Guide to Breach of Covenant Solutions

October 21, 2024

In today’s uncertain economic landscape, it is critical that lenders can uphold a resilient posture and remedy issues, such as covenant violations, that may impact their larger investment portfolio. Learn how BDO can help lenders better mitigate the negative impacts of breaches and focus on value-add tasks ahead

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Preventing the Next Ransomware Attack: How Financial Services Can Stay Secure with Active Secure 365

October 11, 2024
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Preventing the Next Ransomware Attack: How Financial Services Can Stay Secure with Active Secure 365

October 11, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, financial services organizations have become prime targets for ransomware attacks. Read the insight to learn how Active Secure 365 can help you stay secure.

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Cyber Threats Are Evolving: Is Your Financial Services Firm Ready?

October 4, 2024
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Cyber Threats Are Evolving: Is Your Financial Services Firm Ready?

October 4, 2024

The financial services industry has long been a prime target for cybercriminals, and with the rise of AI-driven cyberattacks and increasingly sophisticated ransomware tactics, the risks have never been higher.

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The Intersection of Fintech and Asset Management: Investing in the Future

September 5, 2024
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The Intersection of Fintech and Asset Management: Investing in the Future

September 5, 2024

Asset management is in the midst of integrating fintech and being a part of the fintech revolution. Younger investors are embracing robo-advisory services for more than long-term savings or retirement planning, using online platforms to save for large purchases like cars or homes.

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Mitigating Off-Channel Communications: A Guide for In-House Counsel and Compliance Professionals

September 5, 2024
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Mitigating Off-Channel Communications: A Guide for In-House Counsel and Compliance Professionals

September 5, 2024

Digital tools have revolutionized employee communications, but the convenience offered by third-party applications introduces substantial compliance risks. Off-channel communications—those conducted outside of corporate systems—present significant challenges to regulatory compliance, data security, and the integrity of business operations.

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Case Study

Supporting Management and Stakeholders While Guiding a Business to Its Conclusion of Operations

July 15, 2024
Case Study

Supporting Management and Stakeholders While Guiding a Business to Its Conclusion of Operations

July 15, 2024

See how BDO helped a U.S.-based used car dealership and financing group navigate their journey through a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing.

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Fair Lending in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

June 14, 2024
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Fair Lending in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

June 14, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds extraordinary potential to revolutionize credit allocation and risk assessment, paving the way for more equitable outcomes for society. Still, despite its capabilities, there is concern that AI might perpetuate existing biases in credit practices, further exacerbating discriminatory lending.

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Forming a P3 Under the IIJA: A Roadmap

June 4, 2024
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Forming a P3 Under the IIJA: A Roadmap

June 4, 2024

As of November 2023, there is approximately $495 billion yet to be allocated through 2026 — at which time the IIJA funding will expire. Read the insight to learn several project benchmarks to establish when exploring a P3 under the IIJA.

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The Hidden Risks of Legacy Technology in Financial Services

April 18, 2024
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The Hidden Risks of Legacy Technology in Financial Services

April 18, 2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of financial services, banks find themselves at a crossroads between innovation and operational security.

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Third Party Attestation Asset Management Alert: T+1 is Rapidly Approaching. Are You Ready?

April 3, 2024
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Third Party Attestation Asset Management Alert: T+1 is Rapidly Approaching. Are You Ready?

April 3, 2024

The need for regulatory change in the financial markets has been highlighted by class action lawsuits stemming from trading restrictions on volatile stocks in 2021. These events underscored the critical need to reduce counterparty risk and enhance liquidity and market efficiency.

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Operating Under Terms of an Amended Credit Agreement

March 25, 2024
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Operating Under Terms of an Amended Credit Agreement

March 25, 2024

After months of steady increases, the Federal Reserve has paused raising interest rates. But even if the rates start to decrease by a few basis points in 2024, interest rates will still be high relative to the past few years.

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Unlocking the Power of AI: Revolutionizing Member Engagement in Credit Unions

December 20, 2023
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Unlocking the Power of AI: Revolutionizing Member Engagement in Credit Unions

December 20, 2023

Are you a credit union looking to enhance member engagement and drive revenue growth? Discover how credit unions can leverage the power of predictive analytics and AI to deliver personalized experiences to their valued members.

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