Community banking

Auto lenders brace for hit from ride-sharing services

10/11/19

As apps like Uber and Lyft gain more traction, the need for new cars ⁠— and loans ⁠— is expected to diminish.

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What's driving the slowdown in SBA lending

10/10/19

Despite a strong economy, volume in the agency's flagship loan program has declined for two straight years. Here's why.

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Executives at Miami-area microlender apply to form a bank

10/10/19

OUR Community Bank would focus on small-business loans with an emphasis on underserved Hispanic and Latino communities in South Florida.

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MetroCity in Georgia raises $26M through IPO

10/10/19

MetroCity Bankshares has said it could use the proceeds to open branches or pursue acquisitions.

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Supreme Court ruling could mean more ADA lawsuits tied to bank websites

10/09/19

The court passed up a recent opportunity to clarify confusion about Americans with Disabilities Act requirements for business websites, raising concerns among bankers that they could become an even more inviting litigation target.

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Bosshard Financial to reach $1B in assets after McFarland State purchase

10/07/19

The Wisconsin company will have 15 branches in its home state after completing the acquisition.

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Sterling in N.Y. continues to reshape its loan book with acquisitions

10/07/19

The company has agreed to buy a portfolio of commercial loans from Santander Bank.

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Are small banks doing enough to counter margin pressure?

10/07/19

Community banks will likely face questions about mortgage lending, deposit gathering and M&A during earnings calls.

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Banks and Thrifts with the Largest Portfolios of Home Equity Loans

10/07/19

On Jun. 30, 2019. Dollars in thousands.

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Israel Discount Bank in New York has new CEO

10/07/19

Ziv Biron succeeded Uri Levin, who was named CEO of Discount Bank, IDB's Israeli parent company.

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