Sunday, December 9, 2012

How 'Showrooming' Is Forcing Banking to Change




Some of the world's biggest banks are getting smaller as they confront pricing pressures, a new regulatory environment and more onerous capital requirements that have left them with lower returns, Yahoo reports

(NYSE:C), (BAC) and Switzerland's UBS have all announced major restructurings as they confront a more challenging environment for financial services globally.

Ken Moelis, founder of advisory firm Moelis & Co., said banks are facing the same problem that many big electronics retailers are facing with the growth of "showrooming." The proliferation of mobile devices and online services has made it easier for shoppers to check out a TV or tablet at the store and shop online for a cheaper price……

Find out more at http://finance.yahoo.com/news/showrooming-changing-banking-164809457.html

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