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The State of Texas Education: A bond underwriters’ perspective
As Texas school districts confront challenges, a bond underwriter shares how they help districts optimize their capital financing strategies for long-term success.
Paying for college: Tips and planning strategies
Paying for college is expensive. Explore these tips and tools to help students and families afford higher education.
Could you do a no spend year? Creating mindful spending habits
Transform your budgeting approach with a 'No Buy’ experiment. Learn to cut costs, manage finances, and enhance your savings strategy.
How to boost your financial health and manage money emotions
The emotions surrounding money can affect short and long term financial plans. Use these tips to help be more confident about your finances.
This time really is different: UMB’s 2025 economic outlook
Here, we reflect on the robust return of the financial markets in the past year and share our 2025 economic outlook.
October economic update: More uncertainty, but better news
We had an amazing ride during the third quarter of 2024. The economy is more stable, but there are still concerns about the labor market.
Does the upcoming election matter?
The upcoming election has investors asking how the results may affect their finances. Learn how elections may not impact financial planning.
Joining forces: Optimizing merged financial operations
Experts and businesses are watching the M&A environment, expecting better conditions in 2025. Review how best optimize joint operations.
Stay ready for anything: Business blind spots to avoid for long-term success
Businesses have been feeling the pinch of economic pressures lately. Here, we share five blind spots to avoid and how to prepare for success.
Growth goals on the mind? Top ways to grow your business in 2025
Now that we have entered a new year, with anticipated interest rate cuts and a new administration, business owners may be ready for growth in 2025.
The State of Texas Education: A bond underwriters’ perspective
As Texas school districts confront challenges, a bond underwriter shares how they help districts optimize their capital financing strategies for long-term success.
Three questions to ask when choosing a fund CCO
How to structure fund CCO services depends on a firm’s take on whether those services can meet requirements for critical factors.
Strengthening liquidity with committed reverse repurchase lending facility
Investment managers are keen to avoid liquidity problems, UMB’s reverse repo program is an alternative for committed liquidity needs.
How taking “smart risks” guides Dan Kieffer’s philosophy working in the wealth industry
We sat down with Dan Kieffer, director of asset allocation, to learn how he shaped his career and how it led him to UMB
UMB’s women leaders share workplace experiences and offer mentoring advice
UMB's female leaders empower others through support and mentorship. Here, a few female leaders share their experiences and advice.
What it means to be a UMB personal banker: A glimpse inside the branch
Personal bankers not only assist with financial transactions, but they also build relationships with customers and their communities.
What it means to be a UMB personal banker: A glimpse inside the branch
Personal bankers not only assist with financial transactions, but they also build relationships with customers and their communities.
Smart savings: Six strategies to boost your savings plan
Learning how to save lays the groundwork for future financial success and security. A solid savings plan can also help secure financial independence and stability later in life.
Adapt your cash flow strategies for the current economy
In today’s challenging economy, analyzing business cash flow and income generating polices can be critical to success and survival.
