Banks Quote by Wilbur Ross
“Many of the smaller banks have had to get to the point where they now have more compliance people than they have lending offices. That's crazy.”
About This Quote
Banks have more compliance staff than lending staff, indicating a shift toward regulation over lending.
In simple terms: Banks focus more on rules than loans.
Balance compliance with core business functions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- financial planning
- policy analysis
- bank operations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does compliance affect profitability?
- Can banks streamline regulations?
Over‑regulation may stifle growth.