Nine Reasons for Optimism in Banking
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<b>1. Consumers Stay on Top of Debt</b>
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2. Credit Card Spending Picks Up
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3. Auto Drives Consumer Lending
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4. Businesses Eye Expansion
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5. Lenders Say 'Yes' More Often
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6. Incentives Spur Interest in SBA Loans
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7. Opportunities in Trade Finance
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8. Wealth is Back in Vogue
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9. Basel Upshot: A More Level Playing Field
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