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• New rules on capital requirements are set to radically change how banks approach their business
• Institutions are striving to win back the trust of their customers by focusing on customer service instead of just costs - -
Content
Remuneration still the big sticking point
Patrick Jenkins says political pressure to lend to small business is at odds with regulators trying to boost capital reserves
History: Banks are at the heart of capitalism
Justin Baer examines the role the sector has played in the creation of modern business
Basel III: New rules will change the game
The cost of using derivatives and hedging is set to rise, writes Brooke Masters
Regulation: Glass-Steagall solution moves out of favour
Megan Murphy on the rise and fall in popularity of a cure for the ills of the banking world
Lending: Households and small business still face stagnation
Demand is likely to remain subdued for some time to come, writes Sharlene Goff
Politics: Banks intensify charm offensive as the public furore subsides
Justin Baer explores how institutions have weathered voter anger and now seek to water down regulations
Retail: It’s the return of the old-fashioned bank manager
The sector is striving to win back the trust of customers, writes Sharlene Goff
Microfinance: India considers rate cap on loans to poor
Relying on specialised local institutions has backfired for banks, says Amy Kazmin
Philanthropy: Charity is about more than handing over a big cheque
Sharlene Goff examines how banks are trying to do more than make cash donations
