FDIC Approves Ford and GM's Industrial Bank Applications
The FDIC approved Ford and GM's applications to establish industrial banks in Utah, marking a regulatory milestone in the banking sector.
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On January 22, 2026, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced its approval of deposit insurance applications from Ford Motor Company and General Motors Company . This pivotal decision allows both automakers to establish industrial banks in Utah, enabling them to offer financial services such as deposits, auto financing, and certificates of deposit. The approval marks the end of a protracted regulatory process and resolves a long-standing dispute between commercial entities and traditional banking institutions over the role of non-bank companies in the financial sector.
