Community banking

Don't misread restructurings and layoffs as a sign of weakness

12/05/19

In some cases bankers' willingness to close branches and cut staff is a testament to their company's strength.

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Pause in rate cuts will mean more M&A in 2020, says OceanFirst chief

12/04/19

Christopher Maher, who has announced seven bank deals since 2015, says a stable rate outlook will help buyers and sellers crunch merger numbers.

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Credit unions' bank buyout spree snags biggest fish yet

12/03/19

Apollo Bank's agreement to be sold to a credit union has bankers worried there will be larger such sales in 2020.

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Atlantic Community in Pennsylvania taps next CEO

12/03/19

Craig Howie, who joined the bank after a merger, will succeed the retiring Jon Evans on Jan. 1.

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Banking hemp no longer requires filing SARs: Regulators

12/03/19

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network and other regulatory agencies confirmed that the recent legalization of the substance eases banks' anti-money-laundering requirements.

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Columbia Financial expanding in N.J. with Roselle Bank acquisition

12/03/19

The company will enter three counties in its home state after it buys Roselle.

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Community Banker of the Year: Morris Bank's Spence Mullis

12/02/19

Mullis has thrived as a traditional community banker, leading the redevelopment of historic buildings in a small, struggling Georgia town and successfully growing Morris Bank in a mostly rural market.

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Community Banks with the Highest Returns on Average Equity

12/02/19

Year to date through Sep. 30, 2019. Dollars in thousands.

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Organizers planning new bank in New York area

12/02/19

PiNG Bank, which would be based in Jersey City, is being proposed by former bankers at Cross River Bank, Citigroup and GSL Savings Bank.

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Heartland in Ohio to enter Cincinnati with latest bank acquisition

12/02/19

The company agreed to pay $41 million for Victory Community Bank.

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