BANKING
UK Banks

Abbey National Bank: http://www.abbeynational.plc.uk/
The Abbey National Web site is mainly commercial, but has other general information like the history of the group from its 19th century beginnings in London to the present. It gives an account of why it converted to a public limited company. Some facts and figures about recent performance are given, also information on its activities such as wholesale banking, life assurance and wealth management. Abbey National has a programme of community activities, for example the Helping Hands scheme for schools.

Barclays Bank: http://www.barclays.co.uk/
Web site for Barclays, the international banking group. There are sections on personal financial services, business banking, online banking and investing. Barclays site offers free economic reviews, covering the world economy, commodities and UK industry (in pdf format). There is a good careers section for graduates.

Co-operative Bank: http://www.co-operativebank.co.uk/
From its origins as a loan and deposit facility for the Co- operative Wholesale Society, the Co-operative Bank has evolved into a modern bank offering the usual financial services including its Smile Internet banking operation. Its ethical policies are outlined, for example its stance on human rights, the environment and animal welfare. There is a section on the bank's "Customers who Care" campaigns - outlining contributions to charities and featuring news articles on these issues. The site has links to some of the Co-op's business partners and friends.

Lloyds TSB Bank: http://www.lloydstsb.com/homepage/0,1001,general,00.html
The Lloyds TSB bank web site has sections on personal and business banking services. It offers a wide range of online services both for banking and insurance. It offers search through Lycos, which covers a branch locator and rate and charges. There's a section for students offering free banking with e-bank, advice on what to do after University and tips to cope with money worries. There's a link to Cheltenham and Gloucester, which is part of the group.

Nat West: http://www.natwest.com/
The Nat West Bank's Web site, with sections on its personal banking services, small businesses, corporate banking and other services. For teachers, there is information on the Nat West's Face 2 Face with Finance programme, and a link to the site. This has been produced in response to the new National Curriculum subject, personal finance education. There is also a link to the Royal Bank of Scotland site, as Nat West is now part of this group.

The Bank Of England: http://www.bankofengland.co.uk/
The official site for the Bank of England. Contains information about the history of the bank, monetary policy in the UK, its role in supervising banking and details of the gilt-edged market. Also contains press releases, bulletins, fact sheets, and summary of inflation reports and details of their museum and archives. The fact sheets in particular provide some good support material for teaching.

The Bank of Scotland: http://www.bankofscotland.co.uk/
Established by an Act of the Scottish Parliament in 1695 and still trading under that Act, Bank of Scotland is a leading UK clearing bank with its headquarters in Edinburgh". The site has sections on the bank's history, structure, services, and there is a feature called Eurofocus, which is an update on the single European currency. Like many banks, the Bank of Scotland offers an Internet banking service.

 
UK Building Societies

Bristol & West Building Society: http://www.bristol-west.co.uk/
“At Bristol & West we specialise in mortgages, savings and investments, which means we can offer a range of flexible solutions to meet your financial needs - whatever they are.
Take a look through our new-look web site and choose the way you want to deal with us - over the Internet, phone, post or through a branch…”

Cheltenham & Gloucester Building Society: http://www.cheltglos.co.uk/
Cheltenham and Gloucester mainly deal with Mortgages and Investments. On these you will find detailed information on the Web site. There's also a branch locator available, a site guide and a section for enquiries. C&G offer services for disabled customers as well.

Halifax Building Society: http://www.halifax.co.uk/
Halifax offers all the main banking services apart from mortgages. In the site you will find sections on Savings, Personal Loans, Investing, Insurance, Bank Accounts, Credit Cards, Share dealing and Holidays. Online Services are also available as well information about the Company, Jobs and Pensions.

Norwich Union: http://www.norwich-union.co.uk/
Norwich Union mainly offer wealth management, insurance, health care, pension, but also loans and mortgages. The Web site has sections for each of the above services as well as investment and business to business services.

 
US Banks

Bank of America: http://www.bankofamerica.com/
Open a checking account online or learn about personal, business, and home banking services. Includes money tips and financial seminar details.

Bank of New York: http://wwwbankofny.com/
Provides banking and financial services to individuals and businesses. Find a company profile, stock prices and a product index.

Bank One: http://www.bankone.com
Includes sections on small business banking, as well as personal financing. Read about the bank's credit cards and home loans.

Bank United: http://www.bankunited.com
Bank headquartered in Texas offers shareholder information, home equity loans, and mortgage products. Get details on banking services.

Citibank: http://www.citibank.com/index.htm/
Banking company offers an overview of its personal, online and business features. Locate an ATM or branch and search for information by location.

Citizens Bank: http://www.citizensbank.com/
Bank focuses on personal and small business accounts. Find the nearest branch in the New England area.

Commercial Federal bank: http://www.comfedbank.com/
Services and products for personal banking, electronic banking, mortgages, and leasing. Find a branch locator and loan applications.

Federal reserve system: http://www.federalreserve.gov
The Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States, was founded by Congress in 1913 to provide the nation with a safer, more flexible, and more stable monetary and financial system. In the site you can find general information, but also details about monetary policy, the banking system, regulations and supervision consumer information and much more

First Union: http://www.firstunion.com/
Offers personal and business banking services with online account applications and access. Includes advertising details for merchants.

Guaranty Federal Bank: http://www.gfbank.com/
Federally chartered savings bank is based in Dallas, Texas. Details consumer loans, checking and savings accounts, and commercial banking.

HSBC Bank USA: http://banking.us.hsbc.com/
US division of this London-based company has dealings in New York and in California. Find branches and financial data.

Huntington Banks Online: http://www.huntington.com/
Offers online banking services, a list of products, a company profile, and financial tools for planning loans or retirement.

J.P. Morgan and Company: http://www.jpmorgan.com/
Global financial firm offers financing, trading and investment services. Browse its job listings.

Sovereign Bank: http://www.sovereignbank.com/
Bank has over 300 locations in New Jersey, Delaware and Pennsylvania, plus an online branch. Learn about its business and personal accounts.

State Street bank: http://www.statestreet.com/
Find company background, information for investors, products grouped by type of customer, and media reports on the company.

The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco: http://www.frbsf.org/
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is one of twelve regional Federal Reserve Banks across the United States that, together with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., serve as the nation's central bank. The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Web site has an extensive range of resources. There are links to full text copies of economic research working papers produced by the bank and the Center for Pacific Basin Studies. There is a glossary of banking terms, frequently asked questions about the Federal Reserve System and links to economic and financial data.

US Bank: http://www.usbank.com/
Find links to personal savings and corporate money management resources. With a glossary, and downloadable worksheets. Offers details about job opportunities and community relations. Find company financials and investor information, and download the annual report.

Washington Mutual: http://www.washingtonmutual.com/
One of the largest Northwest banks. Details products and services, online banking, free checking, and job opportunities. Subsidiary of Washington Mutual offers personal, auto, home-equity, and debt-consolidation loans. Apply online or locate a nearby branch office.

 
US Credit Union

Credit Union Home Page: http://www.cu.org/
Presents credit-union related news, statistics, and consumer information. See the vendor sourcebook.

Credit Union Journal: http://www.cujournal.com/
Provides managers of credit unions with daily news bulletins on the state of the banking industry. Includes topical discussion forums.

CreditUnions.com: http://www.creditunions.com/
Search the directory to locate and learn about credit unions and the services they offer. Find web site listings or search by state

 

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