CFPB Investigates Large Banks’ Restrictions on Financial Services
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On October 14, 2026, the CFPB announced the launch of a new phase of work to investigate whether large banks restrict financial services based on customers’ political or religious beliefs, as well as their lawful business activities. The action targets the 9 large national banks mentioned in an OCC report and involves industries such as firearms, oil and gas, and tobacco. The CFPB said it will review whether the banks concerned comply with the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA), the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and UDAAP requirements, while advancing the work based on consumer complaints, regulatory data, and enforcement data. The CFPB said it will conduct investigations and take action when necessary.
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CFPB announced the launch of a new phase of work to investigate whether large banks restrict financial services based on customers’ political or religious beliefs and lawful business activities. The action targets the 9 large national banks mentioned in an OCC report and covers industries including firearms, oil and gas, and tobacco, while also reviewing compliance with ECOA, FCRA, and UDAAP. CFPB also said it will use consumer complaints, regulatory, and enforcement data to launch investigations and take action when necessary.
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