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NACHA Postpones Same-Day ACH Window Due To Fed Board

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NACHA, national administrator of the ACH network, said a third processing window for same-day transactions will be postponed for six months until the Federal Reserve Board of Governors (Fed Board) approves the initiative. PT), providing greater access for all ODFIs and their customers.”. ET (1:45 p.m.

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ACH Payment vs Wire Transfer: What’s the Difference and Which Payment Method Should You Use?

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ODFI submits ACH file – The originator’s bank or payment processor, also known as the originating depository financial institution (ODFI) submits the ACH entry containing the payment details. For domestic wire transfers, the bank uses Fedwire (Federal Reserve Wire Network) or CHIPS (Clearing House Interbank Payments System).