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We want to recognize @LocalFirstBank and @firstcitizens for growing North Carolina’s businesses and changing lives and families for a better future, and for being gold sponsors of 2023 Economic Forecast Forum. #NCForecast2023

On Wednesday afternoon, the Federal Reserve made history with a 75 basis point interest rate increase for the second time in as many months. Find this story and more in the #WeeklyBulletin -> bit.ly/WB-7-27-2022

Thank you to Robert Fisher, immediate past chair of the @ICBA, for sharing the community bank perspective here at the #126thAnnualConvention! The story of our community banks is truly one of strength and resiliency.

And we're off! @ABABankers Chair Scott Anderson kicked off the business session at our #126thAnnualConvention this morning with an update on our industry's primary concerns from our friends at the ABA.

In the latest episode of #InTheVaultPeter, host @PeterGwaltney sits down with Sultan Meghji, former Chief Innovation Officer for the @FDICgov , to discuss thought leadership and the digital future of the banking industry. Listen in now -> ncbankers.org/in-the-vault/

A big thank you to NC Commissioner of Banks Katie Bosken for kicking off our second day of #BDA2022! Katie left attendees with confidence that our banks remain healthy despite the uncertainty of the past two years.

As our first day of #BDA2022 comes to a close, the last session focused on the evolution of cybercrimes and the direct impact on the financial services industry. Thank you to Ted Frizen, Financial PSI, and Eric Carpenter, @travelers, for explaining how to deal with cyber threats!

What's the latest in the world of finance? Earlier this week, President Biden issued an executive order that paves the way for the possible development of a digital dollar. Find this story and more in the #WeeklyBulletin -> bit.ly/WB-3-9-22

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What's the latest? In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, @USTreasury is imposing sanctions against entities critical to Russia’s ability to raise funds and the country's defense sector. Find this story and more in the #WeeklyBulletin -> bit.ly/WB-2-23-22

From all of us here at the NCBA, we wish you a safe and happy #PresidentsDay weekend!

What's the latest in the world of banking? In separate rulings, a federal district court has upheld the OCC's and FDIC's "valid-when-made" rules. Find more on this story and other banking news in the #WeeklyBulletin -> bit.ly/wb-2-16-22

Your bank won't text you on #ValentinesDay to ask if Cupid really exists, and they won't text you to ask for your SSN either. #BanksNeverAskThat. Find out how to spot phishing scams and test your scam spotting skills here: aba.social/3ozE6pl

What's the latest in the world of banking? Following the departure of Jelena McWilliams from the FDIC, FDIC director Martin Gruenberg is now the FDIC’s Acting Chairman. Find this story and more news and announcements from the NCBA in the #WeeklyBulletin -> bit.ly/WB-2-9-22

What's the latest? @CFPB released a report this week analyzing D&I info from 270 financial services entities, with plans to use the data to provide D&I best practices for financial institutions. Find this story and more in the #WeeklyBulletin -> bit.ly/WB-1-26-22

Don't miss the latest #InTheVaultWithNCBA! Join host @PeterGwaltney and our own local legal expert, Nathan Batts, for a deep dive into the legislative/regulatory issues that we're tracking here at the NCBA -> ncbankers.org/in-the-vault/ This episode is sponsored by @FHLBAtl

What's the latest in the world of banking? This week, Pres Joe Biden announced his nomination for Sarah Bloom Raskin to serve as vice-chair for supervision at the Fed Reserve Board of Governors. Find this story and more in the #WeeklyBulletin -> bit.ly/WB-1-19-22

What's the latest in banking? Fed Chairman Jerome Powell appeared before the Senate Banking Committee on Tuesday as the Senate considers President Biden’s nomination of Powell for a second term. Find this story and more in the #WeeklyBulletin -> bit.ly/WB-1-12-22

Labor participation predictions not as favorable, with "reduction of labor force participation primarily in population 55+ and minority female." ~ Laura Ullrich, Regional Economist at @RichmondFed #NCForecast2022

Positive outlook for inflation, from a 12-months spike to leveling off during 2022, and ultimately settling at around 2% by 2023. #NCForecast2022