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The Big Switch

Dissatisfied small and midsize companies are inviting competitive bids for their banking business.

September 1, 2010

Thinking about leaving your current bank for another one? Join the club. According to a recent survey by financial-services research firm Greenwich Associates, an historically high number of small and midsize companies have put their banking business out for bid. Read more...

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