Banking & Finance
Milwaukee Biz Blog: Banks bullish about Wisconsin’s economy
A great deal of positive chatter about Wisconsin’s economy in 2013 is coming out of the state’s banking sector.
MGIC treasurer to retire
Milwaukee-based Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corp. (MGIC), the principal subsidiary of MGIC Investment Corp., announced that James Karpowicz, CFA, senior vice president, chief investment officer and treasurer, will retire, effective March 1.
Banks bullish about Wisconsin’s economy
A great deal of positive chatter about Wisconsin’s economy in 2013 is coming out of the state’s banking sector.
BMO Harris names new SBA loan program director
BMO Harris Bank announced today that it has hired Ross Kohl to lead its Small Business Administration loan program efforts in Wisconsin, Arizona, St. Louis and Kansas.
Fiserv caps another profitable year
Brookfield-based Fiserv Inc. reported fourth quarter net income of $179 million, or $1.32 per share, up from $143.0 million, or $1.01 per share, in the same period a year ago.
First Business Financial caps strong year
First Business Financial Services Inc. the Madison-based parent company of First Business Bank and First Business Bank -Milwaukee, reported strong fourth quarter and record full year earnings, reflecting successful execution on initiatives to grow loans and in-market deposits, invest in fee-generating capabilities and improve asset quality.
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GDP shrinks, likely to slow local hiring
The U.S. economy shrank in the fourth quarter for the first time since 2009, hurt by the largest cut in defense spending in 40 years, fewer exports and sluggish growth in company stockpiles.
BizTimes Money Weekly: GDP shrinks, likely to slow local hiring
The U.S. economy shrank in the fourth quarter for the first time since 2009, hurt by the largest cut in defense spending in 40 years, fewer exports and sluggish growth in company stockpiles.
Money events
Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation will host a free Business Finance Seminar on Thursday, Feb. 7, from 6 to...
New hires and promotions
Mary Elkins has been promoted to vice president information services-systems development at Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation in Milwaukee. She...
