Partnerships
Citigroup Sees 84% Jump in Fees From M&A Deals
January 14, 2026

Last year saw merger and acquisition (M&A) deals climb to an almost record high. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Personnel
Airbnb Picks Meta AI Vet Ahmad Al-Dahle as New Tech Chief
January 14, 2026

Airbnb has named a former Meta AI executive to lead its tech operations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Retail
November Sales Get a Boost as Consumers Turn to Online Retail
January 14, 2026

In the wake of the government shutdown, the delayed November retail sales report that debuted Wednesday (Jan. 14) offers a clear snapshot of how, and where, consumers were spending as the holiday season approached, revealing a familiar but important theme: online channels remained a steady...

Banking
Indiana-Based Citizens State Bank Adopts MANTL’s Account Opening Products
January 14, 2026

Indiana-based Citizens State Bank will leverage MANTL’s omnichannel account opening products as it works to transform its retail and business deposit account opening experience. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Earnings
Fraser Shifts Citi’s Spotlight From M&A to Money Movement
January 14, 2026

While investment banking and wealth management traditionally take the financial services spotlight, the infrastructure layer of global finance is becoming increasingly central to banks’ growth strategies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Cryptocurrency
Ripple Clears Cross-Border Payments Hurdle With EU Approval
January 14, 2026

Ripple says it has secured an electronic money institution license in Luxembourg. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

Banking
HSBC Considers Selling Singapore Insurance Unit While Sharpening Focus on Key Businesses
January 14, 2026

HSBC is reportedly considering selling its insurance business in Singapore, which could be valued at over $1 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

Cryptocurrency
Pakistan Inks Stablecoin Deal With Trump-Connected Firm
January 14, 2026

Pakistan signed a stablecoin deal with a company connected to the Trump family’s cryptocurrency firm. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Retail
Saks Seeks Bankruptcy Protection and Names New CEO
January 14, 2026

Luxury retail company Saks Global has declared bankruptcy amid mounting debts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...