Nonbanks news and trends

Capitol Hill Examines Rulemaking as Nonbanks Gain Ground
Bank Regulation // December 02, 2025

A Capitol Hill hearing Tuesday (Dec. 2nd) on prudential oversight made clear one problem looms over bank regulation: rulebooks designed for a different era. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

South African Aims to Open Payments System to Nonbanks
Payments Innovation // August 31, 2025

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) reportedly wants to let nonbanks access the country’s payments system. 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...

Credibur Secures $2.2 Million to Launch Debt Facility Management Platform
Fintech Investments // July 23, 2025

Credibur emerged from stealth Wednesday (July 23) and announced it secured $2.2 million in pre-seed funding to launch its platform for debt facility management. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Financial Stability Board Warns on Nonbank Leverage Risks
Bank Regulation // July 14, 2025

For banks doing business in the private credit market, and in working with nonbank firms, the leverage used by those intermediaries poses risks to stability on the international stage. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Interviews & Exclusives
OCC Rule Shift Raises Leveraged Lending Risk for Banks and Nonbanks

December 09, 2025
Nonbanks expanded sharply in corporate credit during the past decade, and this growth coincided with a market in which leverage steadily moved higher. Private credit funds and finance companies have became central players as banks faced new rules on leverage. New regulatory changes now set the stage for another shift. Get the Full Story Complete […]

Payments Innovators Seek Direct Access as De Novo Banking Activity Rebounds

May 23, 2025
In recent months, nonbanks have been applying for banking charters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Quick Reads
South African Aims to Open Payments System to Nonbanks

August 31, 2025
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) reportedly wants to let nonbanks access the country’s payments system. 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 this form, you agree to […]

Credibur Secures $2.2 Million to Launch Debt Facility Management Platform

July 23, 2025
Credibur emerged from stealth Wednesday (July 23) and announced it secured $2.2 million in pre-seed funding to launch its platform for debt facility management. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Loans to Nonbank Lenders Top $1 Trillion Amid New Scrutiny

May 19, 2025
Lending to nonbank entities like buyout firms and private credit outfits has topped $1 trillion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

CFPB’s Payment App and Overdraft Rules Face Challenges in Congress

March 05, 2025
Two rules announced by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) during the Biden administration suffered setbacks in Congress on Wednesday (March 5). Get the Full Story Complete the form to...